Updated your BIOS settings to default mode, but the system is failing to start.
Updated your BIOS settings to default mode, but the system is failing to start.
Hello. I recently bought a used computer and am really seeking assistance. The issue: I made several tweaks to the setup, and everything seemed normal until the fans on the CPU began spinning up very quickly and loudly after applying new thermal paste. I restarted the machine to check the BIOS fan controls. They were set to "general," which I interpreted as an automatic mode. Then I observed that the motherboard was showing higher temperatures for the CPUs (45 to 55 degrees) than listed in the specifications. This was puzzling because the fast fans should be effectively cooling the area, yet they were still running high. I considered it could be a faulty sensor or a problem with the thermal paste application. Ultimately, I chose to use the BIOS option to reset to default settings, but the monitor now displays nothing—just black, despite the computer being on.
What steps I took to address the problem: First, I restarted the PC multiple times using the power button on the case. Next, I attempted a BIOS reset via the ASUS CrashFree method found online. However, I doubted my execution. I also removed the Bupdater_130.EXE and Z9PE-D8-WS files from an USB drive I had prepared for Windows installation, hoping it would automatically fix the BIOS. I used a Windows install USB that came with the PC, not clearing the media first, since I didn’t want to start over.
I waited several minutes with the USB connected before restarting, but nothing appeared on the screen. I then tried resetting the CMOS by jumper adjustments and draining the battery for hours. Throughout all these attempts, I changed the GPU placement, swapped GPUs, removed peripherals, and used only one monitor via DVI.
On startup, the motherboard displays Q-codes that loop through numbers but eventually freeze on "71." According to the manual, this means "PCH DXE SMM initialization started." I’m unsure what this signifies. My system specs are: Windows 10 Pro 64-bit, Intel Xeon E5 2697 v2 @ 2.70GHz (38°C), 22nm, motherboard ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Z9PE-D8 WS, and so on.
I’ve also tried moving the GPU to different PCIe slots, installed an older GTX 570, removed other devices, and used just one monitor. Despite these efforts, the issue persists. Could you clarify what the "71" means and how it relates to my hardware?
Consider rearranging the setup, reinstalling the CPU and RAM, verifying the power cables from the power supply to the motherboard, and attempting to start with a single SSD. Keep only essential components during the initial boot.
It seems the setup didn't go as planned. I didn't attempt a CPU reinstall, but I did other changes and hoped it would help. The CPU shouldn't be an issue if it's not a fresh installation. Would replacing the CMOS chip fix the problem?
Reset your CMOS, grab a fresh USB drive, and attempt an update via the Z9PE-D8-WS-ASUS-5802.CAP file. Format the disk using FAT32 only, not NTFS. If this fails, boot with just one memory stick at a time to reduce resources.
Hi. You're dealing with a persistent boot issue on your workstation. It seems the BIOS settings might have been misconfigured, especially regarding clocking. After rebooting, the machine repeatedly tried to start but kept failing, staying in a loop without any visual feedback. You attempted several fixes: jumper CMOS, battery routines, USB flash updates, and even renamed the CAP file, but nothing resolved the problem. Could you share any details about the BIOS version or any error messages you received?