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as you power on the machine, you notice diagnostic lights above the 24 pin power connector changing their state. once all four are installed, the color they switch to stops or cycles. i’m not sure what it means—didn’t read everything clearly. the ram led was active, so if you swap the sticks in compatible slots, it might work again. if everything seems fine, check for bent or misaligned pins on the dimming contacts. ensure both the cpu and cooler are properly seated. if all components look intact, test the cpu and see if the situation changes. sometimes over-tightening a cooler can cause issues too.
All RAM modules fit only in slots 1 and 2. Testing the CPU was challenging since the backplate didn’t seal properly even after tightening. I used a bright LED light on the DIMM slots and everything looked fine. To check the CPU, you’d need to inspect the socket directly—look for proper seating and alignment. The backplate issue seems common; many users report similar problems. For reliability, consider using rubber washers if needed.