Error code 2d appears on ASRock Creator wrx80 following RAM module replacement and cooler installation.
Error code 2d appears on ASRock Creator wrx80 following RAM module replacement and cooler installation.
I belong to a research team that recently set up a new workstation for finite element simulations.
The system was performing slower than anticipated.
We discovered that one member had placed the RAM modules in incorrect slots (C1, D1, E1, F1) instead of the correct ones (A1, B1, G1, H1), according to the ASRock manual.
After addressing this, I followed these steps:
- Powered off and unplugged the PC
- Grounded myself
- Removed the cooler to access the RAM properly
- Replaced the RAM modules carefully, avoiding touching the golden pins and applying no force
- Reinstalled the cooler following the manual’s instructions
When the system restarted, it displayed error code "2d".
The manual advises checking if the CPU is installed correctly and clearing CMOS for codes 00-19.
I attempted to tighten the cooler screws and flush the CMOS, but further troubleshooting is needed.
Please let me know if you have additional suggestions.
Hello there! Are you certain the CPU fan was properly reconnected after disassembling the build? Also, have you removed the RAM modules and cleaned the gold contacts with an eraser to ensure everything is secure?
Yes, the fan is reconnected to the motherboard. I'm confident the RAM contacts are properly seated, but I'll verify and clean with an eraser. Could it be a CPU problem?