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HiRafita
Junior Member
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10-24-2022, 04:32 PM
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Hey there. Just started sharing my experiences, first time posting too. I was building a third PC project that was a bit challenging, and I managed to get everything running. It was a mini ITX SFF build using an NR200P Max with a 3090 TI and an i7-12700k. I got it up, but noticed only 16 GB of the 32 GB RAM was being used. I did some checks and cleared the CMOS. Based on the motherboard I chose (link provided), you need to short a pin on the MOBO board to reset it. After that, I still couldn’t boot properly. I was able to get my refund, but I’m keeping some components from this build for my next attempt. I’m curious if replacing all these parts would be necessary before starting again. Thanks!
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HiRafita
10-24-2022, 04:32 PM #1

Hey there. Just started sharing my experiences, first time posting too. I was building a third PC project that was a bit challenging, and I managed to get everything running. It was a mini ITX SFF build using an NR200P Max with a 3090 TI and an i7-12700k. I got it up, but noticed only 16 GB of the 32 GB RAM was being used. I did some checks and cleared the CMOS. Based on the motherboard I chose (link provided), you need to short a pin on the MOBO board to reset it. After that, I still couldn’t boot properly. I was able to get my refund, but I’m keeping some components from this build for my next attempt. I’m curious if replacing all these parts would be necessary before starting again. Thanks!

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MrSubway1999
Member
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10-26-2022, 07:28 AM
#2
You're referring to clearing the CMOS with two designated pins—a standard method. I don't understand why this would cause boot issues, but again, when you mention booting, do you mean no display or BIOS, or are you talking about starting in Windows? Either way, the rest of the setup should work fine.
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MrSubway1999
10-26-2022, 07:28 AM #2

You're referring to clearing the CMOS with two designated pins—a standard method. I don't understand why this would cause boot issues, but again, when you mention booting, do you mean no display or BIOS, or are you talking about starting in Windows? Either way, the rest of the setup should work fine.

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OmqDace
Posting Freak
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11-13-2022, 10:55 PM
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I had to cut the two pins to reset the CMOS. That’s the most technical project I’ve built, though not the wildest one—I’ve tried things I wasn’t familiar with, so please forgive any confusion! It stopped showing anything. When I powered it on, there were no fans or lights. I’m a bit nervous I might have damaged the power supply. I’m unsure about the consequences of shorting, which is why I’m being careful. This is my first time clearing CMOS by shorting, so I was concerned I could ruin everything if it stopped working.
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OmqDace
11-13-2022, 10:55 PM #3

I had to cut the two pins to reset the CMOS. That’s the most technical project I’ve built, though not the wildest one—I’ve tried things I wasn’t familiar with, so please forgive any confusion! It stopped showing anything. When I powered it on, there were no fans or lights. I’m a bit nervous I might have damaged the power supply. I’m unsure about the consequences of shorting, which is why I’m being careful. This is my first time clearing CMOS by shorting, so I was concerned I could ruin everything if it stopped working.

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blondeminion
Senior Member
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11-15-2022, 07:44 AM
#4
Did you forget to clear those pins? Keeping the jumper on often just triggers a warning, but maybe that’s the problem. For testing a 12V component you’re okay with, you could connect the PSU to it. It seems shorting logic voltage wouldn’t damage it, since I don’t have a diagram right now.
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blondeminion
11-15-2022, 07:44 AM #4

Did you forget to clear those pins? Keeping the jumper on often just triggers a warning, but maybe that’s the problem. For testing a 12V component you’re okay with, you could connect the PSU to it. It seems shorting logic voltage wouldn’t damage it, since I don’t have a diagram right now.

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Humhumm
Member
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11-24-2022, 03:18 AM
#5
I utilized a screwdriver to join the two pins because they were near each other, and I thought the instructions recommended it!
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Humhumm
11-24-2022, 03:18 AM #5

I utilized a screwdriver to join the two pins because they were near each other, and I thought the instructions recommended it!

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Papyrule
Senior Member
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11-24-2022, 01:38 PM
#6
No physical harm was caused by shorting the CMOS reset pins. It’s a common method, so you might have taken a different approach without realizing it.
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Papyrule
11-24-2022, 01:38 PM #6

No physical harm was caused by shorting the CMOS reset pins. It’s a common method, so you might have taken a different approach without realizing it.

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hunchmuffin6
Member
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11-24-2022, 06:25 PM
#7
Be honest about it. Everything worked fine until I reset the CMOS. It seems there might have been a connection to the power source while clearing it, but I don’t recall that happening. Would that have caused damage? I don’t remember seeing any warning signs or sparks during that process. Apart from that, nothing unusual stood out in my other builds.
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hunchmuffin6
11-24-2022, 06:25 PM #7

Be honest about it. Everything worked fine until I reset the CMOS. It seems there might have been a connection to the power source while clearing it, but I don’t recall that happening. Would that have caused damage? I don’t remember seeing any warning signs or sparks during that process. Apart from that, nothing unusual stood out in my other builds.

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Misli
Member
110
11-24-2022, 08:00 PM
#8
The connected power won’t influence the outcome. I’ve removed many bios while the computer was running, especially with the problematic boards.
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Misli
11-24-2022, 08:00 PM #8

The connected power won’t influence the outcome. I’ve removed many bios while the computer was running, especially with the problematic boards.

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_HotdogGames_
Junior Member
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11-25-2022, 03:39 AM
#9
It seems you're considering swapping out the power supply and keeping other components. I can help with that. You might want to double-check everything before you proceed. Also, if you need more parts, feel free to ask!
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_HotdogGames_
11-25-2022, 03:39 AM #9

It seems you're considering swapping out the power supply and keeping other components. I can help with that. You might want to double-check everything before you proceed. Also, if you need more parts, feel free to ask!

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ApexNinja02
Member
166
11-25-2022, 10:28 AM
#10
As long as the computer was turned off while you took out the RAM, then no...
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ApexNinja02
11-25-2022, 10:28 AM #10

As long as the computer was turned off while you took out the RAM, then no...