Problem with starting the PC.
Problem with starting the PC.
Hello! I'm dealing with a really puzzling issue. Two days ago my computer wouldn't start. I tried basic checks—inspected all connectors, tested the PSU with a paperclip, removed RAM sticks and tried different slots—but nothing resolved it. Eventually, I reassembled everything and powered it on; it booted briefly before shutting down again. The next day I disassembled all parts to diagnose the problem. With just one RAM stick and CPU (without cooler), it started once. After shutting it down because the cooler wasn't installed, it didn't start for several minutes. Eventually, I decided to build the PC from scratch inside the motherboard case. It worked a few times, but whenever I turned it off, it would restart after a while... At this point, I'm worried turning it off might cause it to fail again. Motherboard: ASUS ROG Strix Z790E Gaming Wi-Fi CPU: i9 13900K GPU: 4090 RAM: Corsair Vengeance DDR5 6000MHz RGB PSU: ASUS Thor 1200W OS: Windows 11 Pro BIOS version 2703. PC has stopped working after this update and won't turn on when I press the power button on the motherboard. Edited October 29, 2024 by Encleaver
Right now nothing is happening when I press the power button. It’s been this way all day until suddenly it decides to boot up again. As I mentioned, the PC starts from Windows and works fully until it shuts down, after which I have to repeatedly press the power button every few minutes to check if it will start.
To test the system, jump the power pins on the board, remove the power button from your case, and manually connect the two pins using a screwdriver. This might indicate the power button is faulty. If it still powers on when installed, the case button likely fails. If problems persist, the issue could be with the motherboard or power supply, with the latter being more probable.
Nothing occurs while shorting those two pins with a screwdriver, though I thought the start button on the motherboard would work the same. If any of the components are damaged or faulty, it could stop the PC from starting altogether. My understanding is limited when it comes to fixing PC problems... I just wanted to hear some opinions before purchasing replacement parts for testing.
It seems like the board has a power button integrated into its design. If it doesn’t turn on with that button either, I’d attribute it to the board itself. If you can try another board, that would help. Since your board and PSU are similar in price, replacing one might be costly unless you’re still covered by warranty. They should still be under warranty, though checking it might take some time without a proper tester. Based on what you described, the motherboard appears to be the more likely issue, especially if the PSU was swapped and it worked.
I successfully obtained a working PSU from a friend, but the PC still won’t power on. What should come next for testing the motherboard and CPU? The PC booted up three times yesterday during testing and worked normally until it shut down. It’s unlikely the motherboard or CPU is faulty at this stage. My budget is tight right now, but I’m open to checking all possibilities.
Your 13900K is 13 years old. You might want to consider returning it for a replacement.
2-year-old devices are similar to other hardware. The main difference is the NVMe drive. What does RMA mean? Updated on October 30, 2024 by Encleaver
There's been a big thing that past like 4 or 5 months where a bunch of 13th and 14th gen chips going bad, especially the 13900K and 14900K. Here is a little article I found that might help: Is your Intel CPU crashing? Here's how to RMA an Intel CPU | Digital Trends