I have a weird situation my monitor and my USB ports won’t work/turn on
I have a weird situation my monitor and my USB ports won’t work/turn on
Yes, that's correct. The issue began once you replaced the thermal paste on your CPU while also taking out the GPU and RAM simultaneously. After reassembling everything, the computer failed to start.
It will power on, RAM activates, and both GPU and CPU fans start, but the monitor remains off and all USB connections fail.
I recognize the signs of the issue, but I'm looking for the cause. Have you checked if the RAM and graphics card were properly seated? Also, did you mention taking out the CPU while reflashing?
I’ve taken out the CPU and reinstalled it on the GPU and RAM. I’ve also switched to using the HDMI port on the motherboard, but there’s still no progress.
For clarity, I want to mention the motherboard more precisely. The design shown on the ASRock website differs from what you see on Amazon.
Inspect the 24-pin motherboard cable carefully. Ensure it fits securely and tightly. The four-pin connector should sit beneath the small tabs at the top near the 20-pin area. It’s possible you may have shifted it. If the motherboard isn’t receiving power properly, verify the power delivery to it. Every brand and model of power supply has its own reliability characteristics—some fail frequently while others may not survive long-term use. If all connections seem intact, consider testing the power supply on another system or borrowing one from a friend to evaluate performance.
The board features several areas to energize from various inputs. Ram, CPU, PCIe, and USB ports each run on distinct circuits. This explains the different voltage outputs: 3.3v, 5v, and 12v. It looks like only part of the board is receiving power.