Reviving the old unit for my sister...
Reviving the old unit for my sister...
the unit is running but not posting, fans are spinning, and it doesn’t have a CMOS battery. This could be due to a lack of BIOS update or a hardware issue. Since you tested it on your B350 board and it worked there, the problem might be specific to this model. Consider checking the BIOS settings or consulting the manufacturer’s support for further guidance.
It really requires a bios battery. I don't suggest a bios update, since the A series APU support is often dropped with them—they're outdated and not very reliable.
The system doesn't require a BIOS battery for startup. Are you sure the BIOS version matches your CPU? Have you tested it with a single RAM module?
Generally, you usually don't have to be overly concerned about a battery unless the boards are designed to run without it. Since the person is planning to use the machine, they’ll need one for it, so it’s best to include one and finish the setup.
Regarding the "A320M" board, it could refer to different models depending on the make and version. The A10 9700 uses an AM4 "Bristol Ridge" chip, but support for this configuration can differ across models. Just naming it as an A320M doesn’t provide much detail, which makes it hard to use effectively. It would be helpful if the person shared more specifics about their setup.