PC refuses to post, but if I remove the GPU and reinstall it, it will turn on. Help?
PC refuses to post, but if I remove the GPU and reinstall it, it will turn on. Help?
The GPU was disconnected from both the power supply and motherboard, then reconnected and powered on, resulting in normal operation. However, after turning the system off and attempting to restart, it fails to POST unless the disconnection/reconnection process is repeated. The GPU slots were also relocated, and this action did not resolve the issue. A VGA indicator light on the motherboard is illuminated. Possible causes include a faulty motherboard, incorrect drivers, or an unusual configuration. The system’s behavior is perplexing. Suggestions are requested. CPU: AMD Ryzen 3600, Motherboard: B450 Gaming PRO Carbon AC, Memory: G.SKILL 16GB (2 x 8GB) Ripjaws V Series DDR4 PC4-25600 3200MHz, Storage: Kingston A400 240G Internal SSD M.2 and 1TB HDD, Video Card: Sapphire Radeon Pulse RX 5700 Xt 8GB, Power Supply: CORSAIR RMX Series (2018), RM650x, Case: Corsair Icue 220T RGB, OS: Windows 10 pro
It should be done correctly; if not, please advise. Apologies for some links being unavailable.
Drivers could be the cause; numerous problems existed with older 5700 XT drivers. Utilize Display Driver Uninstaller in safe mode to thoroughly eliminate existing drivers, followed by installing the most recent version.
Attempt updating the motherboard BIOS first. If that fails, component replacement will be necessary.
I plan to address these issues soon, and I strongly suspect a motherboard problem. If I were to swap components, what would you recommend, ideally something costing under $200? It’s strange that the PC functions correctly as long as I disconnect the GPU from the PCIe slot—it’s very unusual. Please forgive me for raising these concerns; I'm frustrated by this problem.
Consider replacing the motherboard, or alternatively, explore a B450 Tomahawk MAX. This option supports second-generation Ryzen processors without requiring BIOS updates, and typically costs around $115. For higher performance, an X570 board offering PCIe Gen 4 is available, though it’s likely excessive for current needs. Don't hesitate to reach out if you require assistance.
A power issue was identified, resolved by removing the PC, reseating it, and connecting it to a different outlet. The system functioned correctly until repeatedly powered on, after which it operated normally when connected to a different outlet. The original outlet was significantly damaged and supported numerous devices. Based on this observation, the damaged outlet is suspected to be the source of the intermittent issue. The problem appears resolved. Thank you, Shektron, for your helpful advice.