The new build isn't starting at all?
The new build isn't starting at all?
So, I assembled a new PC for the first time.
After several hours of assembling, I was close to turning it on to check if it functioned properly... but it didn’t give any signal, so I wasn’t sure if it was even booting, let alone POSTing.
For the first time, my friend and I attempted common fixes for the VGA issue;
we reset the CMOS, updated the BIOS on the motherboard to the latest version, reinserted the CPU, RAM, and GPU, making sure each connection was secure.
Through these attempts, we discovered that my old GPU, a Powercolor Red Dragon 6800 XT, wasn’t working, so I replaced it with a Sapphire RX 6800. It powers on, fans are running, but there’s still no signal.
I’m really struggling here, having spent weeks trying to resolve this problem. Any advice or solutions you could suggest?
What is the desired speed for the RAM? Have you considered 3200MHz?
It seems you have access to the BIOS, which is favorable. You should verify the boot device and confirm the setup sequence. Use a USB drive with at least 5 gigabytes of storage and ensure the Windows Media Creation Tool is installed correctly. Connect the thumb drive to a port on the motherboard's back, not to any ports in your case, and make sure it is recognized by the BIOS. You should notice the USB brand and capacity displayed. If you set it as the priority boot device, restart the system and expect an on-screen message to begin the Windows installation. Should this not work, verify that your memory is being detected accurately, with the correct speed and voltage settings. An XMP profile matching the advertised speed should be present, enabling automatic voltage adjustment. It appears your motherboard and graphics card are communicating power effectively; therefore, focus on testing your CPU. You stated you have re-sat it in the socket, but please inspect for bent pins or any debris inside the socket, as these can disrupt proper contact. If none of these steps resolve the issue, it may indicate a faulty CPU.
Have you completed this step-by-step before?
The troubleshooting checklist for "No POST", "system won't boot", and "no video output" has been gathered from various forum members. It's crucial to go through each part thoroughly, as most issues are minor oversights or mistakes.