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Just installed new CPU (fx8320) and motherboard(asrock 970 extreme 2.0) and SSHD. Using RAM, video (gtx550ti) SSD and PSU from previous system, ram and SSD are relatively new g.skill sniper 4x4gb. So two nights ago, everything was running smoothly, CPU at about 38 idle and 46 under load for two...

Thanks folks, I picked up a new motherboard today, everything is running as it should. Sending the other one back tomorrow

I actually tried the old power supply with a different motherboard (breadboarding?) and the fans all spun up properly. Is there anything I could have done to fry the motherboard? Or is it more likely doa? I wore a grounded anti-static strap at all times. I'm just trying to make sure I"m not at...

I just purchased a new motherboard (GIGABYTE 970A-D3P AMD970) and processor (AMD FX-8320) and installed them in my system. I get LEDs for the HDD and the power button, but nothing happens when I hit turn the power on. No fans, no beep, nothing changes at all. I've tried a new PSU also. How...