New Build fails to upload, Boot/VGA stays red.
New Build fails to upload, Boot/VGA stays red.
Hey there! I'm just starting this project and running into some problems with posting. Even after completely taking it down and putting it back together, the Boot/VGA indicator lights up when I press the power pins. Just before they activate, the CPU and RAM lights also turn on and then off, which seems normal. I've tried connecting the graphics card to the PCIe 3 slot beneath the SSD, but it didn't work. The card looks fine, and both the GPU and CPU fans begin spinning up after booting, so power should be reaching it. My setup includes: CPU – AMD Ryzen 5 5600; Motherboard – ASRock B550M Pro4; SSD – Samsung 990 Evo Plus; Graphics – XFX Speedster Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB); Power Supply – Seasonic Focus GX-750W (80+ Gold); RAM – Corsair Vengeance LPX 2x16GB DDR4-3200. I've attached photos of the card and the motherboard connections. Updated April 27, 2024 by alittleepsilon
Yes, the power supply cables are indeed connected to the graphics card. It’s possible this is your first build and you might have made a small error.
You observed how long the system waited after pressing boot/vga red light. Were the lights cycling through different states—boot, VGA, RAM—or did they stay steady on one or both? Since it's a Ryzen processor, you were hoping to find confirmation online about this behavior. Regarding the HDMI/DP connection, it's typically located at the back of the motherboard, not directly on the GPU.
The EZ Debug lights for Boot and VGA indicate a problem with the GPU and prevent the PC from starting. Take out the graphics card and connect directly to the Onboard HDMI. If this resolves the issue, try the GPU on another machine or reinstall it, ensuring both power cables from the PSU are securely connected.
It seems unrelated, but your Wi-Fi card isn't connected correctly.
I've been waiting a few minutes. The lights aren't cycling and the HDMI is connected directly to the GPU. I'll wait a bit longer before trying again and will let you know the outcome. It seems the CPU doesn't have integrated graphics, so this might not be an option for me. I plan to test the GPU on another machine, but I don't have one at home yet. Thanks for catching that! I'll fix it once I get back.
Based on your description, it seems you're referring to a model from AMD's website. If this matches the one listed, you should check for integrated Display Port and HDMI ports on the motherboard. Remove the GPU and test using the built-in HDMI or DP ports. If that doesn't resolve the issue, clear the CMOS settings via the forum link provided. If none of these steps work, the board might be damaged and require a return.