PC built recently is frozen on startup due to BIOS splash screen.
PC built recently is frozen on startup due to BIOS splash screen.
I understand this might be a repeat of your previous attempts. I searched but didn't find a match. You mentioned trying several components and methods, including bootable Windows USBs, different USB sticks, and even using an internal SSD. Despite those efforts, the system keeps rebooting with the motherboard logo and BIOS options. It seems like the issue might be deeper—perhaps related to the CPU or power supply. Let me know if you'd like guidance on further troubleshooting steps.
Can we access the BIOS settings? It seems I need more details about your setup. Are you sure the BIOS is enabled and secure boot is active? What temperature readings do you see in the CPU during boot? Do you experience a reboot, blue screen, or just restart normally? Also, confirm whether the USB drive you mentioned supports selecting it as boot media and starting from there.
I can access the BIOS settings. I attempted to boot from the USB first. UEFI was enabled, secure boot was toggled on and off, and the temp display showed 50°C / 122°F. No blue screen appears. It allows me to choose any drive that has been connected so far.
It looks like you're confirming the good news. Here are two key points:
1. Update the BIOS to the newest version via USB.
2. The issue described seems more related to RAM problems than CPU or motherboard faults. Consider running a memory test using Memtest or Windows 10's built-in diagnostic from USB after the update.
The power source is really bad, yet it shouldn’t be leading to this particular problem. How does the system behave when you attempt to start from the USB drive?
It seems the current version already includes the most recent bios, though you can verify further. Early this morning I attempted to use a different memory I borrowed, and it functioned similarly (bio splash), so I’m planning to test it again.
If memtest can't start, run it on one RAM chip at a time. Observe that your board has a specific placement rule for installing RAM. Refer to the motherboard manual if you need to use channel A or B first. It will provide sample setups with 1 to 4 RAM chips and their recommended installation order.
I attempted it with just one RAM stick in various channels without success, but I’m ready to explore a memory test now. My current setup is the Asus B450-i Rog Strix Gaming, which features only two memory slots.