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Problem with the cursed PC, it won't boot even after replacing nearly all parts!

Problem with the cursed PC, it won't boot even after replacing nearly all parts!

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KindOfAKing
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11-17-2021, 07:15 PM
#1
I'm out of ideas, I'm hoping someone here can give me some pointers or things to try.
Here are my specs:
i9-12900k
64GB G. Skill Ripjaws V DDR4 @3200Mhz
MSI PRO B660M-A WIFI
MSI RTX 3060 VENTUS 2X 12G OC
Corsair RM750e 750w Power Supply.
Some backstory:
For the past year this rig has been flawless, had zero issues. Couple weeks ago while playing Robocop (I know), the computer hard freezes, and I had to hold the power button down to shut it off. Since then, I haven't been able to boot it back up. When I try to boot it, it'll post and try to boot into windows, but will keep freezing up, you'd be lucky to get to the desktop.
What I've done so far:
Unplugged GPU and any unnecessary components (ex. extra hard drives) to eliminate the cause. No luck.
Tried installing a different M.2 and installing a fresh copy of Windows. PC would freeze at ~28% installed.
Replaced power supply with current one mentioned above (old PSU was a OEM Alienware 650w).
Removed RAM sticks and used each one in each ram slot. No luck but found resistor broken off one stick. Ordered new ram thinking that was the issue.
Replaced above mentioned RAM with 4x16GB Corsair Vengance LPX DDR4 @3600 Mhz. The computer booted and seemed a little more stable, but still froze after a few minutes.
Replaced the above mentioned motherboard with ASUS Prime B660M-A AC D4 (today). PC will not even post anymore (fast blinking power LED). Tried re-installing and changing out ram sticks with no luck.
**Yes, I checked to verify that the CPU and memory is compatible with the motherboard.**
Could it be the CPU this whole time? Or am I just doing something wrong? I'm tired of spending money on parts with no luck. :/
Any advice or input is GREATLY appreciated!
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KindOfAKing
11-17-2021, 07:15 PM #1

I'm out of ideas, I'm hoping someone here can give me some pointers or things to try.
Here are my specs:
i9-12900k
64GB G. Skill Ripjaws V DDR4 @3200Mhz
MSI PRO B660M-A WIFI
MSI RTX 3060 VENTUS 2X 12G OC
Corsair RM750e 750w Power Supply.
Some backstory:
For the past year this rig has been flawless, had zero issues. Couple weeks ago while playing Robocop (I know), the computer hard freezes, and I had to hold the power button down to shut it off. Since then, I haven't been able to boot it back up. When I try to boot it, it'll post and try to boot into windows, but will keep freezing up, you'd be lucky to get to the desktop.
What I've done so far:
Unplugged GPU and any unnecessary components (ex. extra hard drives) to eliminate the cause. No luck.
Tried installing a different M.2 and installing a fresh copy of Windows. PC would freeze at ~28% installed.
Replaced power supply with current one mentioned above (old PSU was a OEM Alienware 650w).
Removed RAM sticks and used each one in each ram slot. No luck but found resistor broken off one stick. Ordered new ram thinking that was the issue.
Replaced above mentioned RAM with 4x16GB Corsair Vengance LPX DDR4 @3600 Mhz. The computer booted and seemed a little more stable, but still froze after a few minutes.
Replaced the above mentioned motherboard with ASUS Prime B660M-A AC D4 (today). PC will not even post anymore (fast blinking power LED). Tried re-installing and changing out ram sticks with no luck.
**Yes, I checked to verify that the CPU and memory is compatible with the motherboard.**
Could it be the CPU this whole time? Or am I just doing something wrong? I'm tired of spending money on parts with no luck. :/
Any advice or input is GREATLY appreciated!

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pac_creeper
Member
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11-23-2021, 10:41 PM
#2
This refers to the initial reference point, which involves a Dell or Alienware motherboard paired with an i9 processor. The situation presents a concerning VRM setup for this configuration.
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pac_creeper
11-23-2021, 10:41 PM #2

This refers to the initial reference point, which involves a Dell or Alienware motherboard paired with an i9 processor. The situation presents a concerning VRM setup for this configuration.

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samnicholas34
Member
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11-24-2021, 01:47 AM
#3
The rig was placed inside an Alienware Aurora R2 case using the OEM 650w power supply as specified. That's what I had before the crash. All other components were purchased new. Currently, I'm reverting to the original motherboard (MSI) to conduct further diagnostics.
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samnicholas34
11-24-2021, 01:47 AM #3

The rig was placed inside an Alienware Aurora R2 case using the OEM 650w power supply as specified. That's what I had before the crash. All other components were purchased new. Currently, I'm reverting to the original motherboard (MSI) to conduct further diagnostics.