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Problem with the new computer launching

Problem with the new computer launching

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Jem01
Member
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04-25-2018, 12:16 AM
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Hello! Problem: New computer built yesterday started up with full fan speeds and an orange LED indicating memory issues. Fans then slowed down, followed by a red LED showing CPU activity. It either restarts with the same sequence or switches to a white LED (signal check), then a green LED (post), and finally boots into the MOBA BIOS for a brief period before returning to normal. I've tested various memory configurations, checked the CPU mount, verified PSU connections, and attempted to enter BIOS. My guess is it's either a motherboard or CPU problem—any insights would be appreciated. Thanks! https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KmghYH
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Jem01
04-25-2018, 12:16 AM #1

Hello! Problem: New computer built yesterday started up with full fan speeds and an orange LED indicating memory issues. Fans then slowed down, followed by a red LED showing CPU activity. It either restarts with the same sequence or switches to a white LED (signal check), then a green LED (post), and finally boots into the MOBA BIOS for a brief period before returning to normal. I've tested various memory configurations, checked the CPU mount, verified PSU connections, and attempted to enter BIOS. My guess is it's either a motherboard or CPU problem—any insights would be appreciated. Thanks! https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KmghYH

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Drago776
Member
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04-25-2018, 12:39 AM
#2
Have you refreshed the bios on the motherboard? Many B450 boards require a bios update for 3rd gen Ryzen processors. Is a fresh OS installation necessary?
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Drago776
04-25-2018, 12:39 AM #2

Have you refreshed the bios on the motherboard? Many B450 boards require a bios update for 3rd gen Ryzen processors. Is a fresh OS installation necessary?

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Spoooky_
Junior Member
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05-02-2018, 06:36 AM
#3
gpu is igpu? the source must be powered on and positioned correctly before turning on the PC; otherwise, no posting will occur. Turn it off and gently push the cords occasionally—sometimes a loose one causes problems. If issues persist, it might be a faulty component or the motherboard needs an update to support that CPU. For instance, the z390 board requires two BIOS updates to run a 9900k.
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Spoooky_
05-02-2018, 06:36 AM #3

gpu is igpu? the source must be powered on and positioned correctly before turning on the PC; otherwise, no posting will occur. Turn it off and gently push the cords occasionally—sometimes a loose one causes problems. If issues persist, it might be a faulty component or the motherboard needs an update to support that CPU. For instance, the z390 board requires two BIOS updates to run a 9900k.

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gordo_craftr2
Member
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05-08-2018, 08:14 PM
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The game confirms it's fully prepared for gen3 and I can't update it without a different processor. The GPU is working properly. When the video input is connected from the GPU to the monitor, the menu appears and the system pauses briefly before restarting. This suggests it can transmit signals. I've verified all cables and even tried booting with non-essential components unplugged. Notably, the motherboard features two LED zones—one upper left and one lower right—but only the upper left activates. This implies power might not reach that section, possibly indicating an issue with the game itself.
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gordo_craftr2
05-08-2018, 08:14 PM #4

The game confirms it's fully prepared for gen3 and I can't update it without a different processor. The GPU is working properly. When the video input is connected from the GPU to the monitor, the menu appears and the system pauses briefly before restarting. This suggests it can transmit signals. I've verified all cables and even tried booting with non-essential components unplugged. Notably, the motherboard features two LED zones—one upper left and one lower right—but only the upper left activates. This implies power might not reach that section, possibly indicating an issue with the game itself.

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liseypop
Member
214
05-16-2018, 06:28 PM
#5
Remove just the NVME drive and check if it boots and runs smoothly. If it works, the issue is likely in the BIOS—updating it should fix it. (Based on past experience, my ROX Strix x570-I didn’t include the NVME drive, so I had to disable it, enter BIOS, apply the update, and gradually restore functionality.)
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liseypop
05-16-2018, 06:28 PM #5

Remove just the NVME drive and check if it boots and runs smoothly. If it works, the issue is likely in the BIOS—updating it should fix it. (Based on past experience, my ROX Strix x570-I didn’t include the NVME drive, so I had to disable it, enter BIOS, apply the update, and gradually restore functionality.)

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eduardodd08
Posting Freak
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05-17-2018, 02:35 AM
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I'll consider it for a while and let you know. Appreciate the update.
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eduardodd08
05-17-2018, 02:35 AM #6

I'll consider it for a while and let you know. Appreciate the update.

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Hybrid_Lava
Junior Member
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05-17-2018, 04:57 AM
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Tried it and also disconnected the hard drive. No success.
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Hybrid_Lava
05-17-2018, 04:57 AM #7

Tried it and also disconnected the hard drive. No success.

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xVeryn1337
Member
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05-17-2018, 09:18 AM
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It would have been great if it worked right away. I think all your components are brand new. Have you attempted to reset the BIOS? If not, try that too—removing the CMOS battery might help since the pins behave oddly. From what you mentioned, it could actually be a faulty motherboard.
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xVeryn1337
05-17-2018, 09:18 AM #8

It would have been great if it worked right away. I think all your components are brand new. Have you attempted to reset the BIOS? If not, try that too—removing the CMOS battery might help since the pins behave oddly. From what you mentioned, it could actually be a faulty motherboard.

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ricby
Senior Member
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05-17-2018, 02:17 PM
#9
Is there a way to do that if I can't even get the MOBA to post for more than a second at a time? There's no flash bios button on this MOBA so I feel I'm sort of out of luck.
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ricby
05-17-2018, 02:17 PM #9

Is there a way to do that if I can't even get the MOBA to post for more than a second at a time? There's no flash bios button on this MOBA so I feel I'm sort of out of luck.