F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop The device remains inactive, unable to power up or shut down.

The device remains inactive, unable to power up or shut down.

The device remains inactive, unable to power up or shut down.

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TheRealShrub
Senior Member
409
12-06-2016, 03:42 PM
#1
You were asked to restart your PC for Windows updates, and after doing so it shut down. The RAM display remains active, but the fans aren’t running, and the power button isn’t responding. What should you try next?
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TheRealShrub
12-06-2016, 03:42 PM #1

You were asked to restart your PC for Windows updates, and after doing so it shut down. The RAM display remains active, but the fans aren’t running, and the power button isn’t responding. What should you try next?

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Izzius
Junior Member
34
12-11-2016, 04:16 PM
#2
What kind of motherboard are you using?
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Izzius
12-11-2016, 04:16 PM #2

What kind of motherboard are you using?

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xXSuperNovaXx
Posting Freak
811
12-11-2016, 06:14 PM
#3
To reset the CMOS on a B550 tomahawk, you can remove the battery for a few minutes or use a CMOS reset tool. Regarding the PSU: turning it off during Windows updates isn't inherently risky, but ensure your system is stable before proceeding. Always follow manufacturer guidelines.
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xXSuperNovaXx
12-11-2016, 06:14 PM #3

To reset the CMOS on a B550 tomahawk, you can remove the battery for a few minutes or use a CMOS reset tool. Regarding the PSU: turning it off during Windows updates isn't inherently risky, but ensure your system is stable before proceeding. Always follow manufacturer guidelines.

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solbergdud
Member
50
12-11-2016, 08:48 PM
#4
It's similar to getting a discount already. The most likely outcome is entering the recovery period, after which Windows will fix itself before you can use your PC again. In your situation, I wouldn't expect that to happen, so it should be fine. Remove the CR2032 battery and let it sit for a while. I don't recall needing to modify any pins on the MB, but taking the battery out is definitely a helpful action.
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solbergdud
12-11-2016, 08:48 PM #4

It's similar to getting a discount already. The most likely outcome is entering the recovery period, after which Windows will fix itself before you can use your PC again. In your situation, I wouldn't expect that to happen, so it should be fine. Remove the CR2032 battery and let it sit for a while. I don't recall needing to modify any pins on the MB, but taking the battery out is definitely a helpful action.

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Ob22007
Member
121
12-13-2016, 03:55 PM
#5
Because of both of you, I felt really scared. I have no idea why I got these unexpected problems.
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Ob22007
12-13-2016, 03:55 PM #5

Because of both of you, I felt really scared. I have no idea why I got these unexpected problems.

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LaiTiger
Junior Member
6
12-20-2016, 06:52 PM
#6
They perform tasks that often surprise or alarm us.
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LaiTiger
12-20-2016, 06:52 PM #6

They perform tasks that often surprise or alarm us.

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mccoop03
Posting Freak
910
12-27-2016, 03:18 PM
#7
You asked if we meant something similar to your original message. It seems like you were unsure whether our edits felt unusual or not. The first version was likely what you intended.
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mccoop03
12-27-2016, 03:18 PM #7

You asked if we meant something similar to your original message. It seems like you were unsure whether our edits felt unusual or not. The first version was likely what you intended.

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sacapatates
Posting Freak
843
01-01-2017, 07:12 PM
#8
I immediately spotted my grammar mistake, but I couldn’t locate a way to fix it. I was scared my computer would be permanently damaged. Now I’m actually calm thanks haha.
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sacapatates
01-01-2017, 07:12 PM #8

I immediately spotted my grammar mistake, but I couldn’t locate a way to fix it. I was scared my computer would be permanently damaged. Now I’m actually calm thanks haha.