Use B650 AORUS Elite AX with G.Skill DDR5 to power on DRAM LED.
Use B650 AORUS Elite AX with G.Skill DDR5 to power on DRAM LED.
I’m dealing with a problem that hasn’t been fully solved or clarified. I assembled this system using the instructions from Gigabyte’s website: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B65...ort-manual. All components were brand new, purchased through Amazon, Newegg, and BB—everything appeared unused. The build included a GIGABYTE B650 AORUS ELITE AX AM5 (model 12BB1-EB650ELX-01DR), an AMD Ryzen 9 7900X 12-core processor, G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo Series 32GB RAM, an NVIDIA RTX 4090 GPU, an ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 360 A-RGB SSD, a SAMSUNG 980 PRO 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD, and a Be Quiet! Dark Base PRO 900 black case.
Symptoms: After assembling the PC, I powered it on and didn’t see a POST. The monitor cable was connected, but the screen stayed black. I waited a few minutes, expecting the memory to initialize, and noticed the DRAM indicator lit up. While the system was running, all fans spun up—LEDs illuminated various components. When I powered off and restarted, the DRAM light stayed on. The manual only suggested checking if any device was faulty.
I tried several fixes: swapping RAM slots, moving memory to preferred slots, adjusting cooler placement, and rechecking BIOS compatibility. I also swapped the CPU cooler screws slightly and installed two new RAM sticks, following the manual’s instructions. I left the PC running for nearly two hours before trying again.
Testing with only a monitor and no other peripherals confirmed the issue persisted. I verified power connections were solid, cables were secure, and the PSU seemed adequate for the GPU and CPU. I double-checked BIOS compatibility, ensured the monitor was functioning, and even tried booting with just the motherboard and CPU.
Some troubleshooting steps I attempted included clearing CMOS, removing the GPU, and changing the DP/HDMI cable. However, none resolved the problem. The situation remains unclear—my attempts seem to point to something unrelated to the memory or RAM, despite using new parts.
I’m seeking further guidance since the build doesn’t seem to be working as expected, and I’m unsure what else to try.
That is a pretty low-end board compared to the CPU and GPU... but it should work... Try not installing the GPU, plug your monitor into the mobo's video out, and then try just wait for about 5 minutes for memory training.DDR5 famously have long training time for first boot, and this also apply if you only have one stick installed. If you did and still no post, try RMA the board (or return though your merchant), because chances of both "new" RAM sticks are broken is low, and CPU were less likely to die compared to the mobo. If it still doesn't post, your CPU might be dead.
Attempt to reset your CMOS (uncertain method – using the reset button on the motherboard causes a restart and repeats the problem). For this model, connect a metal object to the two pins in the lower right corner of the board as indicated in the manual. Learn about that specific board. Gigabyte's B650s are highly durable, and even the bottom of the Elite AX will work fine with the 7950x.
Thank you for your feedback. Clearing the CMOS didn't resolve the problem, and removing the graphics card didn't fix it either. I uninstalled the graphics card, but the motherboard still has memory, processor, SSD, and the CPU AIO connected. The issue persists even after another CMOS reset. I also tested switching between Display Port and HDMI on the monitor, which is now connected to the motherboard instead of the disconnected card, but the problem remains. Someone with a similar build (same board, processor, nearly identical RAM) shared their experience on YouTube. Their setup had different RGB components and a 4080 at the time, but after removing the GPU, I doubt other parts would help. Any suggestions for further troubleshooting?
Hey, I’m not sure if you’re still dealing with the issue, but I saw your message yesterday while searching for a fix and wanted to share what helped me get my PC running again. I bought the Gigabyte B650 Aorus Elite AX, 7950x, and G.Skillz Flare X5 DDR5-6000 RAM (included free with a bundle). I paired it with an M.2 1TB drive, a 1TB SSD, and the RTX 4080. When I tried to turn it on, I ran into the same problems and spent a few hours looking for a solution. I came across some tips here and there, but still couldn’t boot fully. Eventually, I unplugged everything except the CPU and one RAM stick in the A2 slot, along with the required power cables. I also connected the DP cable to the motherboard’s port. Once I got into BIOS, I tried flashing the M.2 slot from F2 to F3. After inserting the USB stick into the BIOS port, I attempted an update... it stopped at 15% and then shut down. I even tried the QFlash button on the back panel, but it failed. After several more tries, I opened the "efiflash SOP.pdf" file from the BIOS download and decided to use the BIOS Flash SOP method. I connected the USB stick to a standard USB 3.2 port and powered it on. This time I successfully accessed BIOS and completed the flash. It loaded much faster than through the BIOS interface. I waited a few reboots before Windows appeared. Once logged in, I restarted, logged back in, powered off, and everything worked smoothly the first time.
In short, here’s what I did:
- Removed all peripherals except CPU and AIO cooler.
- Placed one RAM stick in the A2 slot.
- Connected the DP cable to the motherboard’s DP port.
- Used a USB stick with the BIOS file in a regular USB 3.2 port (not the BIOS slot).
- Ran QFlash through the provided SOP file.
- After a few reboots, Windows loaded successfully.
Hope this helps!
Did you manage to resolve this problem? I’m experiencing the same issue exactly (from CPU through RAM to CPU again, all with nearly identical specs). I’ve swapped in new RAM, but it seems the CPU might be the cause now.
I also face the same problem, though I suspect it's not the CPU but the motherboard. There are many discussions on Reddit with different AM5 chipsets using the same motherboard, all reporting the same issue. I've experimented with various setups of components and RAM without success. My motherboard is 7600x, and if this continues after tomorrow's RAM upgrade, I might return it for a different model (perhaps an MSI one).
I noticed your motherboard pins are split into two sections, with a slight misalignment on the bottom right pin. You managed to fix it by bending it back, which worked. Just double-check your pins if you see them again—especially after removing the CPU. If the issue persists, consider sending the board back and not trying to fix it yourself. Your R5 7600, Fury Boost 5200 CL36, 16x2GB RAM are good specs.
Same challenges occurred, causing a delay of 4-5 hours. Ultimately it felt like resolving two separate issues. The main concern was memory slot positioning—when using two slots, remember A2 and B2 instead of A1 and B1. The manual suggests this but didn’t make it a strict rule. Another point was resetting the CMOS each time RAM or BIOS was updated. Simply removing the battery didn’t fix it until I also used the reset pins on the motherboard (refer to the placement guide near the battery). Lastly, the BIOS update process can be tricky: with F2 and unrecognized memory, you need to switch to at least F3/F4b. During the Q-Flash, watch for the LED activity on the motherboard shield to gauge completion—no shutdown or reboot needed. Just double-check RAM compatibility on the support page before proceeding.