PC whea error boot loop
PC whea error boot loop
I recently tried using AI suite 3 to overclock my 6700k, but the computer shut down and wouldn’t power on. After many tries, moving the RAM, changing the motherboard, removing the GPU, and booting from the internal one didn’t help. It spins a few times then freezes. It also freezes when attempting a USB boot for repair.
Details: 16gb Corsair 3600mhz RAM
i7 6700k
Asus Z270 Prime motherboard (previously used)
Gigabyte Z270P-O3 new board
650w Bronze Corsair PSU
Gtx 1080 ASUS Strix
Samsung 250gb SSD (boot drive)
WD 500gb HDD
Seagate Barracuda 2TB
I’m looking for advice on whether the CPU failed. I can still access BIOS and it works normally, but it crashes when trying to load Windows.
Have you experimented with new RAM and a different power supply unit? Checking the internal graphics? I've never seen a dead CPU allow access to BIOS.
Meadowlion :
Have you experimented with new RAM and a distinct PSU? Using internal graphics? I've never seen a dead CPU allow entry into BIOS.
I've switched to another RAM kit, tested all possible slot setups, but nothing works. I tried internal graphics too, but it didn't display anything on the screen. Since I don't have access to a different PSU, I haven't tried that either. I'm going to visit a friend on Thursday and see what their PSU is like.
The AI suite would adjust certain bios parameters to allow overclocking; therefore, resetting everything by clearing the CMOS should restore it to zero. Power down, unplug from the mains, discharge remaining charge by repeatedly pressing the power button and then remove the CMOS battery after 30 seconds.
I would learn your bios settings one step at a time, starting from 0.1ghz with minor voltage adjustments. Check forums for others' voltage values during each stage as a reference, or create your own findings instead of relying on software that claims to handle it automatically.
You must determine the limits of your chip's OC capacity by testing each phase and keeping an eye on voltages and temperature over several hours of gaming at each stage.
Replacing all components didn’t reset the bios to defaults.
The software might have applied excessive voltage or you could have attempted an overclock beyond the board and CPU capabilities without proper knowledge.
DavidM012 shared his experience regarding the AI suite and overclocking process. He mentioned adjusting certain BIOS settings to allow overclocking and suggested resetting everything by clearing the CMOS. He provided steps for powering off, draining residual power, and then reinstalling the CMOS battery after a short delay. He also recommended learning your BIOS and overclocking gradually, checking voltages and temperatures during extended gaming sessions. He noted that replacing all components didn’t help reset the BIOS, and he found it risky to attempt overclocking without understanding the system limits. He tried clearing everything and resetting the BIOS but faced the same issue, even after using a different motherboard. He expressed reluctance to pursue overclocking due to the potential risks involved.
Have you checked each memory stick in every slot separately? Yes, using two different kits as well.
I would investigate whether Windows could boot from the USB without the SSD connected, while also verifying all connections are secure and checking for any exposed wires from messy connectors, fan headers, or potential issues like loose screws or contaminants in the chassis. I’d attempt to isolate the problem step by step. You might consider reinstalling Windows from your laptop, though this could be inconvenient since moving the drive would require reloading the motherboard drivers and disrupt the process. Clearing the partitions on your laptop and trying to reinstall Windows using only the USB drive could also help.
DavidM012 would investigate whether Windows could boot from the USB without the SSD connected and verify that all cables are properly secured, checking for any exposed wires from messy connectors, fan headers, or potential shorts such as loose screws or contaminants inside the chassis. He plans to isolate the issue step by step. It might help to reinstall Windows from the laptop, though he prefers not to move the drive since it would require reloading the motherboard drivers and disrupt the process. Clearing the partitions on the laptop and attempting a Windows install using only the USB drive could also be tried. He has already tested everything except the CPU, and encountered a new error message or BSOD when using a brand new HDD with a Windows installation. A new PSU did not resolve the problem either.
It might actually be your CPU, you've tested it on two different boards and haven't found another way to check it. The BIOS is set to defaults, everything looks the same after the software overclock, possibly causing an over-voltage situation. If Windows doesn't load properly, it could indicate a CPU issue. When I was just starting out with overclocking, I usually set the voltage lower than recommended and Windows would crash. Next time, you might want to try resetting the CPU.
You didn't mention whether Windows would start up using only a USB drive, without any other devices connected, so it's hard to say what happened exactly.