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PC remains inactive, motherboard displays a warning red indicator for a brief moment

PC remains inactive, motherboard displays a warning red indicator for a brief moment

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Kubninjan
Senior Member
389
09-05-2016, 08:35 AM
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The computer isn’t powering on, the motherboard lights up red when the PSU starts. I assembled a system a few weeks back and it’s functioning properly. Yesterday I powered it off and now it won’t respond at all. Switching the PSU on and off still doesn’t make a difference. After resetting RAM and SSD, it remains unresponsive. I’ve verified every connection to both the motherboard and power source. Is this related to the power supply? Thanks.
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Kubninjan
09-05-2016, 08:35 AM #1

The computer isn’t powering on, the motherboard lights up red when the PSU starts. I assembled a system a few weeks back and it’s functioning properly. Yesterday I powered it off and now it won’t respond at all. Switching the PSU on and off still doesn’t make a difference. After resetting RAM and SSD, it remains unresponsive. I’ve verified every connection to both the motherboard and power source. Is this related to the power supply? Thanks.

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HoTkilleRo0o
Junior Member
7
09-05-2016, 10:09 AM
#2
Disconnect the CMOS battery for 2-3 minutes, then reinstall it and attempt again.
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HoTkilleRo0o
09-05-2016, 10:09 AM #2

Disconnect the CMOS battery for 2-3 minutes, then reinstall it and attempt again.

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AKprince
Junior Member
40
09-24-2016, 06:22 PM
#3
it doesn't function properly; my friend recommended replacing it since it's outdated.
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AKprince
09-24-2016, 06:22 PM #3

it doesn't function properly; my friend recommended replacing it since it's outdated.

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Sebluigi
Senior Member
727
10-01-2016, 05:16 AM
#4
It's not very old, but you might give it a shot! A PC can start without the CMOS battery, though it’s unclear if that’s possible.
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Sebluigi
10-01-2016, 05:16 AM #4

It's not very old, but you might give it a shot! A PC can start without the CMOS battery, though it’s unclear if that’s possible.

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Marcustheduke
Senior Member
679
10-03-2016, 04:18 PM
#5
Check if the lights activate and remain lit, or if the computer powers on briefly before shutting down. They’re marked as number 22 in the photo.
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Marcustheduke
10-03-2016, 04:18 PM #5

Check if the lights activate and remain lit, or if the computer powers on briefly before shutting down. They’re marked as number 22 in the photo.

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Jackey599
Member
57
10-03-2016, 09:46 PM
#6
Absolutely, the latest battery failed to function.
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Jackey599
10-03-2016, 09:46 PM #6

Absolutely, the latest battery failed to function.

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itsgreenie
Junior Member
11
10-04-2016, 12:31 AM
#7
No, everything is dark except for a brief flash of light when I power up the PSU.
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itsgreenie
10-04-2016, 12:31 AM #7

No, everything is dark except for a brief flash of light when I power up the PSU.

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MrBertr4m
Member
162
10-04-2016, 05:34 AM
#8
I begin by disconnecting all power connectors from the motherboard, graphics card and any other components. Keep the cables connected to the power supply and perform a Corsair test for the PSU. https://help.corsair.com/hc/en-us/articl...upply-Unit If the unit powers off, detach all power cables except the 24-pin one and check if it remains active. If it stays on, remove the graphics card from the motherboard and connect it one at a time—starting with the 24-pin, then the 8-pin CPU power. Proceed step by step until you identify the faulty part. Edit: if you lack a multimeter for testing the PSU, use an alternative like an RGB strip or fan to verify power presence. You can still run the test without the PSU, but the RMx will only spin its internal fan once it reaches sufficient load.
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MrBertr4m
10-04-2016, 05:34 AM #8

I begin by disconnecting all power connectors from the motherboard, graphics card and any other components. Keep the cables connected to the power supply and perform a Corsair test for the PSU. https://help.corsair.com/hc/en-us/articl...upply-Unit If the unit powers off, detach all power cables except the 24-pin one and check if it remains active. If it stays on, remove the graphics card from the motherboard and connect it one at a time—starting with the 24-pin, then the 8-pin CPU power. Proceed step by step until you identify the faulty part. Edit: if you lack a multimeter for testing the PSU, use an alternative like an RGB strip or fan to verify power presence. You can still run the test without the PSU, but the RMx will only spin its internal fan once it reaches sufficient load.

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Ditto_Rox
Junior Member
44
10-04-2016, 11:39 AM
#9
The article mentions the fan starts up briefly. I also attempted the paper clip test but it failed.
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Ditto_Rox
10-04-2016, 11:39 AM #9

The article mentions the fan starts up briefly. I also attempted the paper clip test but it failed.

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BadrBoss
Member
72
10-04-2016, 12:18 PM
#10
Connect the fan to the 24-pin connector by aligning the pins correctly and securing it firmly.
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BadrBoss
10-04-2016, 12:18 PM #10

Connect the fan to the 24-pin connector by aligning the pins correctly and securing it firmly.

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