PC continues to loop after using ASUS overclocking during ASUS Ez in BIOS
PC continues to loop after using ASUS overclocking during ASUS Ez in BIOS
After considering a straightforward overclock, I ended up creating quite a mess. I applied an overclocking method to Auto-Tune my configuration, but after the PC restarted, it kept looping between a black screen and the monitor, repeatedly trying to connect and disconnect every few seconds. It didn’t reach BIOS. I’ve also shut it down, cleared the CMOS by holding the button on the back, and unplugged it for five minutes without success. MOBO is a ROG hero VIII (https://www.amazon.ca/Asus-ROG-Cros...ophy=9000903&hvtargid=pla-785320659005&psc=1)
Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Hi
AnimatorNater
Welcome to the forum
Upon starting your PC, the system goes through its POST cycle and your beautiful MB comes with a Q-code LED for troubleshooting.
While in POST, watch the Q-code when it halts and provide details.
Let's examine that first and please share your complete system specifications.
Q-code indicates: initialization before microcode loading. System details include a Ryzen 3900x processor, 1080 strix GPU, 32GB Corsair Vengeance 3200 RAM, and an Evga 850w gold power supply that is brand-new.
I've already attempted that. I connect the USB stick to the bios flash port and keep the button pressed until it starts flashing. You'll notice the USB light up briefly for a few seconds, followed by the bios flash button blinking roughly seven times before settling solid, which suggests a problem. I changed the bios file name to "C8HW" as instructed in the manual.
If the Bios flash button remains active, there appears to be a problem. The most frequent cause is the file format. Check if the USB is formatted as FAT32 with a single partition and ensure the BIOS file is separate. Consider using another USB drive to rule out hardware issues. Sometimes this Qcode error can be linked to RAM; try connecting only one module in the A2 slot for testing. The correct slot is the one farthest from the CPU.
Did you intend for the format to be C8H.cap? I've attempted that and it only flashes three times before remaining active. Using the C8HW.cap version should ensure at least seven flashes and better USB performance. I also changed the name to CH8, which only gives four flashes before staying on.