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This model won’t power up

This model won’t power up

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ckg63
Member
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07-25-2021, 09:00 AM
#1
I'm working on setting up a new server at home and encountered an issue with my Z9PE-D16-10G/DUAL. The standby power LED is lit, but pressing the power button doesn't activate anything—no fans, no LEDs, no sounds. It feels like a minor hiccup. I've reset the board using the CLRTC1 jumper, removed the CMOS battery for over ten minutes, and confirmed all jumpers are in their default state. The system is built with one 2603 v1, 32GB (4x8GB) Samsung M393B1K7BH1-CF8Q4 module, which isn't on the supported memory list. Despite that, nothing seems to trigger a POST. I've tested it with various GPUs and iGPUs, and I noticed the power cable I'm using might be different from what's recommended—specifically, the RM750X vs. RM1000, though both use a type 4 EPS connector on the PSU side.
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ckg63
07-25-2021, 09:00 AM #1

I'm working on setting up a new server at home and encountered an issue with my Z9PE-D16-10G/DUAL. The standby power LED is lit, but pressing the power button doesn't activate anything—no fans, no LEDs, no sounds. It feels like a minor hiccup. I've reset the board using the CLRTC1 jumper, removed the CMOS battery for over ten minutes, and confirmed all jumpers are in their default state. The system is built with one 2603 v1, 32GB (4x8GB) Samsung M393B1K7BH1-CF8Q4 module, which isn't on the supported memory list. Despite that, nothing seems to trigger a POST. I've tested it with various GPUs and iGPUs, and I noticed the power cable I'm using might be different from what's recommended—specifically, the RM750X vs. RM1000, though both use a type 4 EPS connector on the PSU side.

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Sebluigi
Senior Member
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08-04-2021, 06:47 AM
#2
Consider starting with 8GB of RAM. Your previous Alienware X51 R2 had issues when you added 32GB and failed to power on, because the motherboard only supports 16GB. Trying 16GB first, then adding another 16GB works fine.
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Sebluigi
08-04-2021, 06:47 AM #2

Consider starting with 8GB of RAM. Your previous Alienware X51 R2 had issues when you added 32GB and failed to power on, because the motherboard only supports 16GB. Trying 16GB first, then adding another 16GB works fine.

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Crusher0623
Junior Member
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08-04-2021, 06:58 AM
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Sorry, the device isn’t powering on at all. It doesn’t seem to respond to POST requests—it just won’t activate, even though the fans do turn on when the 12-pin is connected.
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Crusher0623
08-04-2021, 06:58 AM #3

Sorry, the device isn’t powering on at all. It doesn’t seem to respond to POST requests—it just won’t activate, even though the fans do turn on when the 12-pin is connected.

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philipvans
Junior Member
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08-09-2021, 02:08 AM
#4
Start by verifying the voltage from the PSU unit to confirm it delivers the right current. Have you logged each component's wattage usage against the PSU you own? It’s a good idea to keep the capacity at around 80%. Suggest testing RAM sticks one by one, then reattach the GPU and swap if needed to identify the problem. If that doesn’t work, try testing individual parts such as the PSU or motherboard. For guidance, check https://outervision.com/power-supply-calculator or look up your components to understand their power requirements. Edited March 28, 2020 by UNIVERSAL.IT
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philipvans
08-09-2021, 02:08 AM #4

Start by verifying the voltage from the PSU unit to confirm it delivers the right current. Have you logged each component's wattage usage against the PSU you own? It’s a good idea to keep the capacity at around 80%. Suggest testing RAM sticks one by one, then reattach the GPU and swap if needed to identify the problem. If that doesn’t work, try testing individual parts such as the PSU or motherboard. For guidance, check https://outervision.com/power-supply-calculator or look up your components to understand their power requirements. Edited March 28, 2020 by UNIVERSAL.IT

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SKSeer
Junior Member
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08-09-2021, 04:46 AM
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Unfortunately, I can't test a multimeter at the moment. I'll attempt to obtain one tomorrow. The PSU is an RM1000 model, and all my previous attempts have worked within its limits. I've tried several solutions already. The problem seems linked to either the PSU or the motherboard. I need more details since ASUS WS boards behave differently from standard consumer gear.
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SKSeer
08-09-2021, 04:46 AM #5

Unfortunately, I can't test a multimeter at the moment. I'll attempt to obtain one tomorrow. The PSU is an RM1000 model, and all my previous attempts have worked within its limits. I've tried several solutions already. The problem seems linked to either the PSU or the motherboard. I need more details since ASUS WS boards behave differently from standard consumer gear.

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rasmus_gade
Junior Member
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08-26-2021, 06:33 AM
#6
It could be the motherboard since everything else functions. You should be able to locate an affordable and dependable alternative.
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rasmus_gade
08-26-2021, 06:33 AM #6

It could be the motherboard since everything else functions. You should be able to locate an affordable and dependable alternative.