New PC, I need to restart using JBAT1 every time I turn it off. Think my mode might be faulty?
New PC, I need to restart using JBAT1 every time I turn it off. Think my mode might be faulty?
I installed my new PC and it started up fine. I installed Windows and then turned it off, only to find it wouldn't boot again. After disassembling and reassembling, the issue persisted. I had to use a screwdriver on the JBAT1 socket to get it running. Now, when I power it off or restart, nothing starts unless I perform that specific step. I tried using the fans and even the flash bios button, but nothing helped. After applying a screwdriver to the JBAT1 connectors and turning it on, it booted up successfully. I repeatedly tried this process while updating older BIOS versions from the site, but it didn't work. I also attempted it with a RAM stick, assuming the motherboard was the issue. It seems the problem might be related to a BIOS change after resetting the PC. My system specs include an Intel 7600X, MSI Mag B650 motherboard, Corsair Vengeance RAM, WD 770 SSD, Corsair Rm850e PSU. I haven't installed a GPU yet, as the issues began before that. I've ordered a new motherboard from ASUS, but I'm not fond of Asus and prefer MSI. Since this appears to be the faulty component, I didn't want to reuse the same board.
It's unusual you need to bridge clear CMOS to power on. Confirm the front panel connectors (power/reset button and HDD LED, etc.) are properly linked to the motherboard with correct polarity. Test booting without them connected?
I've plugged and unplugged so many things in the last three day my fingers have even bled xd I've not touched the battery though, In bios it's always showed the correct time without me editing it so I assumed it was fine. All I kept finding on google, it could be a dying battery, but it's a new board. If I take the battery out it'll be a nightmare to try and get a refund if it's truly broken
I also attempted to force boot the PSU using pins during the early troubleshooting phase before deciding to rely on Jbat1s for startup. My initial assumption was the PSU was faulty.
Have you experimented with a different power supply? This should help eliminate or confirm the PSU as a likely cause.
Isn't that the process of installing the screwdriver on the JBAT1 pins? When I turn it off, I attempted to clear the Cmos using the flash button on the back. I received a white light but still couldn't boot. I did this last night before going to bed to check for timing issues. This morning, I had to reinstall JBAT1 again in order to get it to boot.
Not always. A specific process exists to reset the CMOS, and simply shorting JBAT1 might not suffice. Make sure to consult your manual for the correct reset steps. I’m not familiar with your motherboard, but the Flash button is typically used to update the BIOS, not to clear CMOS memory.