F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Reviewing tips about abrupt shutdowns and PSU issues or shorts

Reviewing tips about abrupt shutdowns and PSU issues or shorts

Reviewing tips about abrupt shutdowns and PSU issues or shorts

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GeoTheGuardian
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11-11-2022, 09:45 PM
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Hey everyone! Just updated the situation – managed to get the motherboard working but the system still won’t boot. It’s probably a short circuit protection issue. I’m pretty technical and narrowed it down to either the motherboard or the CPU. Here’s what I tried:

- Switched to a new PSU and cables; power came on but no boot.
- Disconnected all peripherals one by one, even RAM and SSD – still no boot.
- Removed the CPU; nothing happened.
- Put the CPU back in; still no activity from the PSU.
- Now I’m putting the CPU back in again – it’s still not working.

So far, it seems like either the CPU or the motherboard is completely dead. I don’t have another LGA1151 unit to test further. With my budget tight, I’m thinking about getting the working part out first – maybe replacing the CPU or the board? Any suggestions on how to isolate the problem? Have anyone seen this before? Any tips would be super helpful!

Thanks a lot!
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GeoTheGuardian
11-11-2022, 09:45 PM #1

Hey everyone! Just updated the situation – managed to get the motherboard working but the system still won’t boot. It’s probably a short circuit protection issue. I’m pretty technical and narrowed it down to either the motherboard or the CPU. Here’s what I tried:

- Switched to a new PSU and cables; power came on but no boot.
- Disconnected all peripherals one by one, even RAM and SSD – still no boot.
- Removed the CPU; nothing happened.
- Put the CPU back in; still no activity from the PSU.
- Now I’m putting the CPU back in again – it’s still not working.

So far, it seems like either the CPU or the motherboard is completely dead. I don’t have another LGA1151 unit to test further. With my budget tight, I’m thinking about getting the working part out first – maybe replacing the CPU or the board? Any suggestions on how to isolate the problem? Have anyone seen this before? Any tips would be super helpful!

Thanks a lot!

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csige791
Posting Freak
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11-11-2022, 09:45 PM
#2
Never worry, I didn't read that. Try a different PSU—could be the motherboard issue.
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csige791
11-11-2022, 09:45 PM #2

Never worry, I didn't read that. Try a different PSU—could be the motherboard issue.

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mineuout482
Posting Freak
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11-11-2022, 09:45 PM
#3
Thanks for the update! Just wanted to check in. Fortunate I found a friend with a LGA 1151 motherboard and tossed it in the 6700—boom, instant upgrade! Sounds like a random failure. No clear signs of damage on the board or visible burnt parts. Planning to get a new one soon. Will adjust the settings later. Cheers!
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mineuout482
11-11-2022, 09:45 PM #3

Thanks for the update! Just wanted to check in. Fortunate I found a friend with a LGA 1151 motherboard and tossed it in the 6700—boom, instant upgrade! Sounds like a random failure. No clear signs of damage on the board or visible burnt parts. Planning to get a new one soon. Will adjust the settings later. Cheers!