PC screen shuts down abruptly and a yellow indicator appears on the motherboard (system is still active)
PC screen shuts down abruptly and a yellow indicator appears on the motherboard (system is still active)
I understand the yellow light is a problem, so I’ve tried using one stick since I have two 16GB drives. Now I realize it’s not related to my RAM because I borrowed one from a friend, and it still happens. I’m checking if changing the slots helps, but otherwise I have no idea what’s causing it. I also reconnected the CPU and 24-pin connectors, cleaned my AIO a bit, and reset the BIOS. When the issue occurs, I shut it down by turning off the PSU and then back on—it works fine until about 4 to 6 hours later. I’m not sure if this matters, but it’s frustrating and I really want to fix it. For more background, I built this system four months ago and it functioned perfectly until about two weeks ago when it started acting up.
It seems there might be a CPU problem. Attempt to reposition your CPU, remove the cooler and all components, and start over. The recurring problems you're experiencing could stem from heat buildup leading to metal expansion, as discussed in several of Linus's videos and Wan's shows.