System completely confused - PC begins to launch but freezes during Windows login or immediately afterward
System completely confused - PC begins to launch but freezes during Windows login or immediately afterward
Hello, I'm quite confused about this situation. I just assembled my PC using these components: CPU - Ryzen 5 7600 MOBO: ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI RAM: Corsair Vengence 32GB DRR5 (operating at 4800MHZ), GPU: Gigabyte 3060 PSU: EVGA 850W 80+ GOLD. The issue is clear: the PC starts up normally, but when I reach the login screen or right after logging in, it freezes and doesn't respond. It forces me to press the power button or restart, and sometimes it works immediately, other times it persists. I'm certain the system is stable enough to run Windows now. There are no unusual stutters, frame drops, or power loss. It seems to run smoothly, especially when playing games like Baldur's Gate at higher settings. What I've tried so far: swapped the RAM, reinstalled Windows 11, updated drivers, cleared event logs, and removed old graphics drivers. The BIOS is up to date (version 2413). I checked the event log and found only one entry: "Windows experienced a sudden power loss" when I turned off the PC. Possible fixes I considered: try a new CPU, enable memory context restore, or replace the PSU (though gaming isn't affected). Maybe unplugging front panel connectors could help. Any advice would be appreciated—I'm really stuck and unsure what to do next.
How did this happen ? has it always been like this or did it come out of the blue ? If the latter, did you change anything ? Edit : ok, sorry, I got it now You could (try to) run a Testmem5 or better a Memtest86, You could replug and reseat everything carefully You could try without the gpu (with the igpu) What's your storage ? can you check it ? Edited February 18, 2024 by leclod
There is a 2tb WD m.2 and a 500gb ssd - Raid 0 with windows on the M.2. I tried multiple times to wipe the drive before installing windows. I'll try those a see if anything changes soon
Disable secure boot, set up Windows 10, install on a 500GB SSD with raid disabled.
I understand your concerns about Raid 0 in an unstable environment. The reasons for choosing W10 and Secure Boot were important to clarify. I'll start by trying the no raid option first. Updated February 18, 2024 by leclod
Secure boot often leads to issues for many users. I've encountered cases where enabling it and clearing the CMOS doesn't resolve the problem. Someone helped a friend get video output from their new RTX 4080 by turning off secure boot, and they were very pleased.
I understand, but the current version has several issues and isn't fully developed. It seems like a beta Chinese language piece. With improvements in 2-3 years, it should be ready for use.
That list helped me activate Secure Boot in the past. I didn't need it for my current system, but just in case : Here is the whole procedure for install of windows on nvme drive. 1 - Make sure you unplug all SATA and USB drives, the M.2 drive has to be the only drive installed. 2 - Go into the bios, under the boot tab there is an option for CSM, make sure it is disabled. 3 - Click on secure boot option below and make sure it is set to other OS, Not windows UEFI. 4 - Click on key management and clear secure boot keys. 5 - Insert a USB memory stick with a UEFI bootable ISO of Windows 10 on it. 6 - Press F10 to save, exit and reboot. 7 - Windows will now start installing to your NVME drive as it has its own NVME driver built in. 8 - When the PC reboots hit F2 to go back into the BIOS, you will see under boot priority that Windows boot manager now lists your NVME drive. 9 - Click on secure boot again but now set it to Windows UEFI mode. 10 - Click on key management and install default secure boot keys 11 - Press F10 to save and exit and windows will finish the install. Once you have Windows up and running, shutdown the PC and reconnect your other SATA drives. Edited February 18, 2024 by leclod