New PC is not booting yet but USB ports are receiving power
New PC is not booting yet but USB ports are receiving power
I assembled a pc yesterday and during the first boot I encountered a VGA error, so I replaced the GPU and attempted to restart again. Only the power button and GPU lights came on briefly before shutting off. Now the device won't activate beyond the USB ports, which show power with a mouse.
I have also checked each cable and component.
The GPU isn't properly seated in the PCIE slots—it can be pulled up on the left side while it worked fine in my previous setup.
Review this thread carefully to confirm everything is properly seated and cables are correctly placed. Here are your updated specs, including PSU:
"No POST", "system won't boot", and "no video output" troubleshooting checklist.
This list combines suggestions from various forum members. Make sure to follow each step thoroughly for effective problem-solving.
Asus Tuf b650 plus paired with Rx 6950xt, 7800x3d, 1tb crucial p3, Ak620, refurbished Corsair 850e, 5x Artic p12 fans and Corsair 4000D.
I wouldn't suggest using a used or refurbished power supply with a new system. If the cables and connections are correct but you're still not getting power, return the PSU and mention it's not functioning, then purchase a new one.
They might have checked the PSU but each computer has unique specifications, so they reached out to them to request a refund for not powering properly and opted to purchase a new one. I saw numerous discussions on these forums about Refurbished PSUs, with many suggesting a New PSU instead of a Refurbished one because the latter often gets returned, leaving uncertainty about their condition or remaining lifespan.
But what could account for the fact that it functioned perfectly initially but only after reinstalling the GPU, with the current setup now relying solely on USB connections?
Ensure the GPU is properly installed and verify if it powers up or remove it and test with AMD Radeon™ Graphics to confirm functionality and then power it back on.
Take photos of the card installed from various perspectives, then remove it and capture images of the PCIe slot, the back I/O panel, and the gap between the motherboard and the back I/O panel where the tab on the graphics card's I/O bracket slides down between the board and the panel. Also include a picture of the card outside the case, since we've noticed many instances where the bottom of the I/O bracket on the graphics card was bent or damaged.