The 2008 PC reaches the end of its life.

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iNaomiPlays
Senior Member

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03-03-2016, 05:28 AM

This machine is quite outdated. I used to run it as an unraid file server for my studio. For roughly six months it began acting strange, requiring a 30-minute plug-in before it would power on again after a power outage or similar. Recently, it completely stopped responding and no longer posts anything. Any advice? You mentioned PSU and motherboard but aren't sure. Spoiler alert!

iNaomiPlays

03-03-2016, 05:28 AM #1

DoctorOmar
Member

229

03-03-2016, 07:29 AM

Replace the CR-2032 battery in the BIOS.

DoctorOmar

03-03-2016, 07:29 AM #2

Replace the CR-2032 battery in the BIOS.

Ruubiee17
Senior Member

572

03-09-2016, 04:33 PM

I've only been there for a few years, so I don't think it would be that.

Ruubiee17

03-09-2016, 04:33 PM #3

I've only been there for a few years, so I don't think it would be that.

Valkeu
Member

120

03-13-2016, 08:41 AM

It really comes down to your goals and resources. At first glance, a complete swap seems the best choice. It had a respectable life, but it’s time to part with it.

Valkeu

03-13-2016, 08:41 AM #4

It really comes down to your goals and resources. At first glance, a complete swap seems the best choice. It had a respectable life, but it’s time to part with it.

SrSniper28
Member

231

03-13-2016, 04:17 PM

I also have an old X99 computer, though that might be too much for this situation.

SrSniper28

03-13-2016, 04:17 PM #5

I also have an old X99 computer, though that might be too much for this situation.

Alexis141
Member

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03-15-2016, 04:42 PM

The power source is likely the main cause, accounting for nearly all failures in older setups. If you have an X99 device, try connecting its power supply to this board to observe the issue.

Alexis141

03-15-2016, 04:42 PM #6

The power source is likely the main cause, accounting for nearly all failures in older setups. If you have an X99 device, try connecting its power supply to this board to observe the issue.

Masked_Moon
Junior Member

04-05-2016, 04:20 PM

Consider changing the PSU if another option exists. If not, opt for a budget newer model (about four years old) whether new or refurbished rather than the power-hungry X99. How many storage devices are you planning?