ASUS Maximus VI Impact boot up prob

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calvin_coolidge

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Oct 30, 2013
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Newly built PC with ASUS Maximus VI Impact. Initially set up fine, booted no prob and installed Windows 7. Now, it won't boot up with Q code 15. This happens quickly in the boot up sequence, when the PS appears to be 'ramping up.' By this, I mean its audibly noticeable that its 'working harder' as the PS fan's RPM is higher than normal. It stays in this state, no signal to the monitor or anything else. Does anyone know what Q code 15 represents?
Thanks for any help.
 
Solution
Will want some thermal compound, always best to put new on, simply remove your cooler, then clean the bottom of it (rubbing alcohol works well, loosen the clip holding the CPU in and lift the CPU gently from a corner, best to hold the CPU by the edges, clean off the top and maybe even bottom, chek socket for any pins that look bent
Update: Got the new CPU and STILL same prob (CPU_LED lit up, Q code 15)....preppin' the RMA for the MB now...should of done this first, but, live and learn...will post AGAIN once new MB is installed...<crosses fingers>

-CC