Encountering red and yellow warning indicators for the CPU and DRAM.
Encountering red and yellow warning indicators for the CPU and DRAM.
Hey, I started my PC for the first time and it’s showing no output with red and yellow warning lights. I’m unsure if the issue is a bad connection or damaged pins, and I’m worried about getting refunds from Amazon because of the poor customer service. The RGB and fans are working properly, so I’m not sure what’s wrong. My build details can be found here: https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/jPNGLc
The parts list appears to be suitable and compatible. Consider reinstalling your RAM. Should that fail, try using one stick—ensuring each slot has a different stick if it doesn’t fit the first one. If neither works, we may need to inspect the CPU for bent pins. Have you verified that the CPU power cable is correctly connected in the top left of the motherboard?
Replace the RAM and let it go. Verify every cable and confirm they’re properly placed. You don’t have both CPU cables, so removing one should simplify things. Keeping just a single 1x8pin CPU power cable will provide ample power for the CPU. What do you think about taking the CPU out in this way?
The 2x8 CPU power pins seem unnecessary since one already functions properly. Your concern about damaging them during removal is valid—misalignment can harm connections. Getting help in person will clarify the risks.
Primarily focused on performance tweaks. It also offers a bit more consistent power output as the power supply ages, distributing it more evenly. Certain top-tier CPUs (or those with suboptimal design) can exceed 400W. With only one 4-pin connector delivering around 200W, three 4-pin slots are now standard on premium builds, and some even include four (frequently split into dual 8-pin connectors).
I got the computer to start, but it only functions with one RAM stick in the second slot and the power cable for the CPU is unplugged. If I swap the second RAM into the fourth slot, it fails and displays the same error. Your friend suggested the second RAM might be faulty.
I've reached out to support about the RAM issue. Are you concerned that the memory training might affect performance over time without updating the BIOS? Also, do you have another USB drive available?