Overclock attempt failed for Asus Maximus VIII Hero.
Overclock attempt failed for Asus Maximus VIII Hero.
Hey everyone, my PC won't boot.
I tried to push the overclock on my Maximus VIII using the TPU1 setting in BIOS. The MOBO manual provided instructions, but when I clicked yes for a test, the screen went blank. I thought it was trying to test its limits. I left it running for about ten minutes, but nothing happened. Eventually, I restarted it. After rebooting, there was no POST screen—just a blank screen for around thirty seconds before it kept looping. I attempted to interrupt the loop by shutting it down halfway and restarting, but then pressing F2 or DEL brought up an overclock 7% screen followed by the old American Megatrends BIOS. That’s where things got serious.
If I didn’t press F2 or DEL, the system would just keep looping.
I removed the RAM, reset the CMOS using the button on the MOBO and the reset switch on the IO panel for five seconds. Still nothing. I’m stuck. I was thinking about getting a new MOBO and CPU, but at least I should try fixing these issues first. Any suggestions would be great!
Thanks.
One RAM slot doesn't work, try others; disconnect drives from power and SATA connection to avoid power cycling. I've experienced the same problem with my Maximus, it really worries me. I definitely won't recommend automatic overclocking. If needed, reflash the BIOS. Also, remove the CMOS battery, unplug the PSU, and hold the power button for 30 seconds to reset CMOS completely.
it happened many times to me. i usually take out the battery and put it back in after about five minutes. it should work for you.