The motherboard displays Memory Code 00 with a hang or no POST during the memory test?
The motherboard displays Memory Code 00 with a hang or no POST during the memory test?
From one boot to the next on the same day, my Asus ROG Zenith II Extreme Motherboard will no longer function properly. The onboard LCD indicates "Memory Code: 00" followed by "Memory Test," and it remains stuck. I've taken out all components except the NVMe drives; even the GPUs are gone. The CPU was reinserted, but it still hangs during memory testing. Additionally, the power button no longer shuts the PC off—it just stays on. It might be due to a loose or misaligned CPU socket, a faulty cooler, or a bent CPU socket. Initially, removing the cooler's screws resolved the issue. Now, after reattaching the CPU, the problem persists. Also, the PC won't power down at all. I suspect the memory module failed, but I’d appreciate any advice from the form.
P.S. I also forgot to mention that I attempted to run the memory test outside the case using a new PSU, reset the BIOS via the bios rest button, and used the bios switch, retry, and safe boot options on the PCB.
When sharing a troubleshooting thread, it's important to provide complete system details. List your specifications in the following format:
CPU:
CPU cooler:
Motherboard:
Ram:
SSD/HDD:
GPU:
PSU:
Chassis:
OS:
Monitor:
Include the age of the PSU along with its make and model. Also note the current BIOS version for your motherboard.
CPU: TR 3950
Cooler: Corsair H80i AIO
RAM: G.Skills Trident-Z 3600 mhz
Power Supply: Seasonic 1.2khz (new), also tried Seasonic 1.3khz (old)
Chassis/Monitor: currently none
I swapped the CMOS battery with one from a reliable board, but no improvement.
Also noticed the CPU doesn’t get significantly hot.
According to your specifications, you've listed them generally, but all components seem to function correctly before the threads were created. Seasonic is the brand of the PSU, and you referenced their advertised wattages—what model are they? Old and new refer to different time periods, so we should consider the age of the units. Are you certain the battery you used isn't showing less than 3v with a multimeter? I also noticed the CPU isn't heating up much. This might indicate a problem with your motherboard or a corrupt BIOS. I suggested flashing the BIOS in my previous post. Try placing the CPU on a known working motherboard. If the issue continues, it could mean the CPU is faulty.