Checking DRAM LED and black display issue
Checking DRAM LED and black display issue
Hey! Initially my PC seemed normal until roughly three days back. I changed the cases and now the monitor isn't receiving any signal. All components are working—power is reaching everything, fans spin, CPU cooler is active, etc. Today I got a GT710 GPU, but it still doesn’t show up. Tested both DVI and HDMI ports, nothing worked. The DRAM LED is on, but pressing the memory button gives no response or flash. (My motherboard looks fine.) Specs: MB: Asus P6x580-E, CPU: Intel i7, PSU: Corsair TX650W, GPU: EVGA GTX 660TI, MSI GT710 (other GPU), RAM: GSKILL Pi 3x2 GB.
It seems like you're wondering if a RAM stick might be damaged. You could try removing each one and checking if they work properly.
I understand you're experiencing an issue where the light doesn't turn off despite your efforts. Each slot has a stick, and you've checked the manual for suggestions. You've also tried two 4GB sticks without success. The wires feel solid, CPU is reseated, but the problem persists.
Confirm all connections are correct. Label each connector clearly: six pins at the top and twenty to twenty-four pins on the sides. Gather any necessary cables for the graphics card.
You're referring to the 8-pin power connector on the motherboard. Have you taken the CPU out of its socket and/or removed the CPU cooler? If so, please inspect the socket for any bent or damaged pins and reposition the CPU correctly. Ensure all mounting points are secure with the case stands. Avoid shorting the motherboard, as that could cause issues. Consider removing the system from the case and testing it on a flat surface like a table or cardboard box to rule out case-related problems.
Cpu pins are in solid shape, I've checked various RAM slots and removed the GPU, etc. Attached some motherboard photos. Currently, the GSKILL RAM stays in its slot since it passed testing on the site.
Your CPU cooler isn't firmly attached. In the second photo out of four, one of the mounting screws or pins isn't locked in place. Applying uneven force on the CPU isn't ideal either. The remaining screws and pins seem to be correctly positioned.