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The PC turns off once prior to starting up correctly.

The PC turns off once prior to starting up correctly.

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bear7001
Senior Member
448
04-24-2021, 12:39 AM
#1
Hey guys,
I recently changed my Motherboard from Z690 Elite DDR4 to an Z690 Elite AX that supports DDR5 with DDR5 RAM. Now I notice a problem: when I completely cut the power and then turn it back on, the system resets once before it boots normally. This has never happened before with my motherboard, and I assume this is related to the BIOS or something similar when something isn't working.

At first, I thought maybe the CMOS battery was dead, but now I'm not sure if that's normal with DDR5. It's pretty strange, but so far I haven't had any other issues or resets.

Edit: When I don't cut the power from the PC, the motherboard's RGB stays on continuously, even when set to sleep or hibernate in BIOS, but then the PC starts without any reset.
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bear7001
04-24-2021, 12:39 AM #1

Hey guys,
I recently changed my Motherboard from Z690 Elite DDR4 to an Z690 Elite AX that supports DDR5 with DDR5 RAM. Now I notice a problem: when I completely cut the power and then turn it back on, the system resets once before it boots normally. This has never happened before with my motherboard, and I assume this is related to the BIOS or something similar when something isn't working.

At first, I thought maybe the CMOS battery was dead, but now I'm not sure if that's normal with DDR5. It's pretty strange, but so far I haven't had any other issues or resets.

Edit: When I don't cut the power from the PC, the motherboard's RGB stays on continuously, even when set to sleep or hibernate in BIOS, but then the PC starts without any reset.

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teatreep
Member
66
05-01-2021, 06:58 AM
#2
Welcome to the forums, newcomer! I just changed my Motherboard from Z690 Elite DDR4 to a Z690 Elite AX that supports DDR5 with DDR5 RAM. Did you reinstall your operating system after the switch? When sharing troubleshooting threads, it's standard to provide full system details. Please list your build specifications as follows: CPU, CPU cooler, Motherboard, RAM, SSD/HDD, GPU, PSU, Chassis, OS, Monitor. Also include the age of the PSU along with its make and model, BIOS version for your motherboard at this time.
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teatreep
05-01-2021, 06:58 AM #2

Welcome to the forums, newcomer! I just changed my Motherboard from Z690 Elite DDR4 to a Z690 Elite AX that supports DDR5 with DDR5 RAM. Did you reinstall your operating system after the switch? When sharing troubleshooting threads, it's standard to provide full system details. Please list your build specifications as follows: CPU, CPU cooler, Motherboard, RAM, SSD/HDD, GPU, PSU, Chassis, OS, Monitor. Also include the age of the PSU along with its make and model, BIOS version for your motherboard at this time.

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aguzz123123
Senior Member
599
05-04-2021, 07:52 AM
#3
CPU model is 12900k with a waterblock cooler.
Motherboard is Z690 AORUS ELITE AX (version 1.x).
Memory includes 32GB Corsair DDR 5 at 600mhz CL30.
Storage consists of a 256GB nvme SSD.
Graphics card is RTX 4070 Ti.
Power supply unit is bequiet Dark Power, 1000 watts.
Operating system is Windows 11 Home.
Display features two AOC Gaming Q24G2A monitors.
BIOS version is F27.
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aguzz123123
05-04-2021, 07:52 AM #3

CPU model is 12900k with a waterblock cooler.
Motherboard is Z690 AORUS ELITE AX (version 1.x).
Memory includes 32GB Corsair DDR 5 at 600mhz CL30.
Storage consists of a 256GB nvme SSD.
Graphics card is RTX 4070 Ti.
Power supply unit is bequiet Dark Power, 1000 watts.
Operating system is Windows 11 Home.
Display features two AOC Gaming Q24G2A monitors.
BIOS version is F27.

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Okeinshield
Senior Member
595
05-04-2021, 09:41 AM
#4
This helps by clarifying the purpose and benefits involved.
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Okeinshield
05-04-2021, 09:41 AM #4

This helps by clarifying the purpose and benefits involved.

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ItzScootsiez
Junior Member
14
05-04-2021, 06:14 PM
#5
When you completely stop the power supply to the PC, the motherboard might be reprogramming the memory, which is typical for certain models. This process is usually harmless. Generally, it's not necessary to fully disconnect the power.
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ItzScootsiez
05-04-2021, 06:14 PM #5

When you completely stop the power supply to the PC, the motherboard might be reprogramming the memory, which is typical for certain models. This process is usually harmless. Generally, it's not necessary to fully disconnect the power.

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SkyCrowzK
Member
189
05-05-2021, 12:26 AM
#6
Are you certain about this? It was the first time I noticed the motherboard behaving strangely.
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SkyCrowzK
05-05-2021, 12:26 AM #6

Are you certain about this? It was the first time I noticed the motherboard behaving strangely.

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blondeminion
Senior Member
594
05-05-2021, 06:52 AM
#7
The functionality relies on the specific motherboard model. The guide mentions memory training during startup, and you might find it useful to adjust the settings to see if it helps. The important BIOS option "Memory Boot Mode" is detailed on page 14 of the BIOS Setup Manual. You can access the manual here for your reference:
https://download.gigabyte.com/FileList/M...s_e_v3.pdf
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blondeminion
05-05-2021, 06:52 AM #7

The functionality relies on the specific motherboard model. The guide mentions memory training during startup, and you might find it useful to adjust the settings to see if it helps. The important BIOS option "Memory Boot Mode" is detailed on page 14 of the BIOS Setup Manual. You can access the manual here for your reference:
https://download.gigabyte.com/FileList/M...s_e_v3.pdf

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NinjaTurtleNL
Member
207
05-05-2021, 08:25 AM
#8
Thank you for your message, it does appear to be a feature.
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NinjaTurtleNL
05-05-2021, 08:25 AM #8

Thank you for your message, it does appear to be a feature.