Problem with Asus 5 way optimization causing black screen.
Problem with Asus 5 way optimization causing black screen.
I own a PC with an ASUS Maximus 7 Hero motherboard.
I chose to use their 5 way optimization tool.
I selected the option to overclock my CPU (4790K) to 4.6 ghz, adjusted all fan speeds, etc.
After starting the optimization, my PC restarted.
Then the signal to my monitor was interrupted and the USB ports weren’t receiving power. This has been happening for about 20 minutes. The motherboard’s code reads "6A".
I’m confused about what’s happening and worried about damaging components if I turn it off.
Please help me understand what’s going on. Thank you very much.
Sadly those auto-OC techniques aren't always successful and occasionally force the CPU beyond its limits. This has occurred in about 99% of cases. Don't be concerned though, a CPU will cease functioning long before any visible damage occurs. Simply adjust the motherboard settings to more conservative levels.
Just power it down completely and then restart it. Most motherboards will recognize that the system failed to boot due to OC parameters and automatically revert the settings. If this doesn't resolve the issue, consider other solutions—there are many alternatives available.
Sadly those auto-OC techniques aren't always successful and occasionally force the CPU beyond its limits. This has occurred in about 99% of cases. Don't be concerned though, a CPU will cease functioning long before any visible damage occurs. Simply adjust the motherboard settings to more conservative levels.
Just power it down completely and then restart it. Most motherboards will recognize that the system failed to boot due to OC parameters and automatically revert the settings. If this doesn't resolve the issue, consider other solutions—there are many alternatives available.
I wanted to thank you for taking the time to write this post; I was quite anxious before reading it.
Following your advice, I performed what you suggested and an unusual event occurred.
I powered off the PC completely and then turned it back on. It appeared to start up normally.
Once the system booted and opened the desktop, I noticed that AI Suite— the tool I used for overclocking— indicated that the overclock was... SUCCESSFUL? After that, it automatically adjusted the fans and other settings.
Here is a screenshot taken after I restarted:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B92mAax...sp=sharing
Does this confirm that everything worked correctly or did something go wrong? Might it be related to a power supply issue?
Thank you again for your assistance!
rhysiam :
Unfortunately those auto-OC methods don't always work and sometime try to push the CPU harder than it can handle. 99% that's what's happened. Don't worry though, a CPU will stop working long before any physical damage is done. You just need the motherboard to put some less aggressive settings in place.
You just need to hard power it off, then turn it back on again. 90% the motherboard will detect the fact that the system didn't POST because of OC settings and dial things back for you automatically. If that doesn't happen, post back, there are plenty of other options so don't worry.
Ahhh mate im so happy that some one managed to answer that question. I was having the same problem and was afraid to turn the system off but it seemed to have worked.
Thanks man