ASRock Z370 Taichi Sata issue

Sep 8, 2018
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I’ve got a big problem on a new build.

If I add an m.2 as the only drive in any slot the system powers down pre loading bios screen.

I removed the m.2 and added two different Sata SSDs. I got through to bios but when it tries to boot the drives....it powers down.

I put in a USB boot drive for win 10. I get through to the windows install menu. However, if I try to format a partition, or start the install, the second it tries to activate those SSDs...it powers down.

I’ve updated bios, I’ve let it run different lengths, cpu temp is a stable ~33 degrees. It’s definitely on any Sata or m.2 access my pc dies.

Any ideas before I claim this mobo a dud?