No, your MSI X570s Ace Max is not a brick. It's a functional gaming PC designed for performance.
No, your MSI X570s Ace Max is not a brick. It's a functional gaming PC designed for performance.
CPU model is RYZEN 5950X. Modem info: MSI MEG X570S. RAM currently in testing, CORSAIR VENGANCE 2X8 at 3200MHZ. GPU under test: GIGABYTE RTX 3050 8G with triple fans. Power supply: ASUS ROG THOR 1200W AIO. Cooling: ASUS ROG RYUJIN II 360 FANS. Storage options: SAMSUNG 980 PRO 1TB (boot) and SAMSUNG 980 PRO 2TB (mass). BIOS status unknown; unsure how to verify.
It seems the system already has factory shipped BIOS enabled unless you've updated it. When your parts arrive, update the BIOS via the USB port connected to the motherboard power connectors. You can perform the flash without any additional software, just using the power cables. After finishing the process, put together the setup and run it. The memory is placed in slots A2 and B2 or slots 2 and 4. Flashing should be sufficient.
The motherboard appears to work normally because the same problem shows up with another model, indicating the issue likely lies with the power supply unit. The THOR 1200 is expected to be dependable, but it shuts down immediately upon turning on, suggesting an internal fault or blown fuse.