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The motherboard isn't recognizing any RAM.

The motherboard isn't recognizing any RAM.

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mumustrak
Senior Member
729
02-08-2023, 05:21 PM
#1
Hello, I'm working on assembling a PC for my friend and have reached the point where turning it on displays nothing but a black screen. The red DRAM is visible, but no image appears. I've tested every RAM slot with all my sticks and even replaced the CPU to rule out bent pins on the motherboard. According to the build specs, the components listed are compatible, including the exact RAM model available on Gigabyte's site. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
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mumustrak
02-08-2023, 05:21 PM #1

Hello, I'm working on assembling a PC for my friend and have reached the point where turning it on displays nothing but a black screen. The red DRAM is visible, but no image appears. I've tested every RAM slot with all my sticks and even replaced the CPU to rule out bent pins on the motherboard. According to the build specs, the components listed are compatible, including the exact RAM model available on Gigabyte's site. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

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invisibrow
Junior Member
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02-09-2023, 06:31 AM
#2
Ensure the two sticks are properly connected in the specified slots. If needed, update to the most recent BIOS first—this can enhance memory functionality. Newer BIOS versions typically offer better support. Continue testing one stick at a time to see if it resolves the issue.
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invisibrow
02-09-2023, 06:31 AM #2

Ensure the two sticks are properly connected in the specified slots. If needed, update to the most recent BIOS first—this can enhance memory functionality. Newer BIOS versions typically offer better support. Continue testing one stick at a time to see if it resolves the issue.

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Spidercyber
Senior Member
673
02-09-2023, 06:12 PM
#3
I appreciate your input, but unfortunatly it is not of any help. I will provide a more detailed explanation. This is a completely new build and since i cant get a picture i do not have access to the bios. I do not have any replacement ram/mobo. I already tried using a single stick which didnt work either (i tried every slot)
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Spidercyber
02-09-2023, 06:12 PM #3

I appreciate your input, but unfortunatly it is not of any help. I will provide a more detailed explanation. This is a completely new build and since i cant get a picture i do not have access to the bios. I do not have any replacement ram/mobo. I already tried using a single stick which didnt work either (i tried every slot)

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td0703
Member
177
02-10-2023, 01:26 AM
#4
Attempt one stick in slot A2. Connect the GPU and monitor from the GPU. Start it and check if it launches. It may need some time. You might want to reset CMOS by taking out the battery before doing anything else. Keep it away for 5 minutes. Ensure the PSU is off before handling the motherboard. If it doesn't work, flash BIOS version F7 depending on your board revision. Use q-flash plus if needed.
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td0703
02-10-2023, 01:26 AM #4

Attempt one stick in slot A2. Connect the GPU and monitor from the GPU. Start it and check if it launches. It may need some time. You might want to reset CMOS by taking out the battery before doing anything else. Keep it away for 5 minutes. Ensure the PSU is off before handling the motherboard. If it doesn't work, flash BIOS version F7 depending on your board revision. Use q-flash plus if needed.

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KudaDawn
Junior Member
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02-11-2023, 12:47 PM
#5
Previously attempted but unsuccessful. The red DRAM indicator on the motherboard remains active regardless of slot or number of modules installed.
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KudaDawn
02-11-2023, 12:47 PM #5

Previously attempted but unsuccessful. The red DRAM indicator on the motherboard remains active regardless of slot or number of modules installed.

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TomBarty
Member
175
02-12-2023, 07:28 PM
#6
I placed a single stick in slot b2 and waited three minutes; it functions now. I don’t understand the reason yet, but it works. Appreciate your feedback.
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TomBarty
02-12-2023, 07:28 PM #6

I placed a single stick in slot b2 and waited three minutes; it functions now. I don’t understand the reason yet, but it works. Appreciate your feedback.

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pedro_tkf
Senior Member
643
02-12-2023, 09:27 PM
#7
On a motherboard with BIOS flashback, you don’t have to connect to the BIOS directly. The board should have a Q-Flash button on the back that you can press to update it using a USB stick without needing a functional CPU or RAM. You might not know which USB ports are usable—check the manual for details. Use another computer to download the BIOS, save it to a USB drive, and insert it into the specified slot. Press the Q-Flash button. Follow Gigabyte’s guidelines; sometimes you need to extract or rename the downloaded BIOS file. If the system remains unresponsive, it could mean both RAM sticks are faulty or the CPU memory controller is defective.
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pedro_tkf
02-12-2023, 09:27 PM #7

On a motherboard with BIOS flashback, you don’t have to connect to the BIOS directly. The board should have a Q-Flash button on the back that you can press to update it using a USB stick without needing a functional CPU or RAM. You might not know which USB ports are usable—check the manual for details. Use another computer to download the BIOS, save it to a USB drive, and insert it into the specified slot. Press the Q-Flash button. Follow Gigabyte’s guidelines; sometimes you need to extract or rename the downloaded BIOS file. If the system remains unresponsive, it could mean both RAM sticks are faulty or the CPU memory controller is defective.