Error persistent VGA issues during startup – delays are increasing.
Error persistent VGA issues during startup – delays are increasing.
Hello everyone, I'm reaching out because I've run into a persistent issue with my PC that's been giving me quite a headache. I'm hoping that someone here might have encountered something similar or could provide some insight. I haven't been able to find any issues like mine, but maybe it's just a googling issue. Two months ago, my PC started having boot issues. The motherboard LEDs indicated a VGA error, and no amount of reseating components seemed to fix it. Occasionally, clearing the CMOS would allow me to boot into Windows, and once I was in, everything worked perfectly. However, if I turned off the PC, it was a toss-up whether it would boot up again. I found some threads suggesting that the PCI-E slot on my old motherboard might fail over time, so I upgraded to an Asus Prime B-550 plus. The first boot went smoothly, but the next day, the VGA error returned. This issue has persisted across both motherboards. Now, I'm stuck in a frustrating cycle: I have to repeatedly restart my PC, sometimes for up to 45 minutes, until it finally boots and displays. Once the PC is on, I can restart it, and it boots up without any issues. Here's a rundown of the troubleshooting steps I've taken: - Reflashed BIOS - Removed one stick of RAM and switched them around - Tried different RAM - Tried a different GPU - Tried a different CPU - Cleared CMOS - Enabled and disabled resizable bar - Turned off and on fast startup - Reseated every component My PC specs are as follows: - GPU: RTX 3070 - CPU: Ryzen 7 5700x - RAM: DDR4 3200 MHz - Motherboard: Asus Prime B-550 plus - OS: Windows 11 I'm really at a loss here, so any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
These steps are helpful, but don’t forget to swap out the motherboard or power supply unit. Also, consider getting a fresh CMOS battery before proceeding!