Brand new build, stuck in a restart loop. PLEASE help

[cctaylor88]

Just build a brand new computer.
i7 6700k
Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Gaming 7
2x8gb Averxir DDR4
GTX 760
EVGA 650 GS
Corsair h115i

So when I started the computer for the first time, it seemed to boot up just fine but then it gets stuck in a loop where it shuts down and then restarts. Everything seems to be starting up just fine. The mother board reads the number "55" I believe it is. Incredibly frustrated and drained, I spent all day building this thing, literally.

Have no idea what to do...

 

[cctaylor88]

Update: Upon further review it looks like "55" is a memory error. I purchased 8GBx2 DDR4-2400 C16 1.2V and its compatible with my mobo. I made sure it was installed correctly. I even took the memory completely out of the mobo and still got a "55" error. Why would it read mem error if there was no memory in it. Damn it I have no idea what to do.

 

[Martell1977]

Have you tried booting with just 1 memory module in? Then try with just the other one?

Also, what is the part number for your RAM?

 

[cctaylor88]

Have you tried booting with just 1 memory module in? Then try with just the other one?

Also, what is the part number for your RAM?

Okay so I have one stick in slot 3 and initially it kept bringing up a ton of different error codes (about 10) before it rebooted. Upon next reboot I got into the bios! Thats one step in the right direction I suppose.

Anyone know what I can do from here within the BIOS?

Part # AVD4UZ124001608G-2COR

 

[Martell1977]

Make sure you have XMP profile on. The memory needs XMP to run at 2400mhz.

 

[cctaylor88]

Make sure you have XMP profile on. The memory needs XMP to run at 2400mhz.

Okay just turned it on. Still have one stick of memory in the third slot (want to make sure I get everything stable before I mess with the memory and add the other stick). I am now unable to connect to the internet, I assume bc its a brand new mobo and I have no drivers. Problem is that I don't have a DVD read on the new build (Nzxt h440 has no 3.5" bays). So... maybe I can save some on a usb? Would that work?

 

[Martell1977]

You should be able to download them to a USB drive and move them to the new build. Windows is likely running some generic USB drivers.

Get all the drivers you can from the manufacturers website for your system. Chipset, network, USB, audio, and whatever else they have for it. Then, run windows update until it's fully updated and then install the latest GPU drivers from nVidia.

When you feel confident it's working, install the other RAM module, however, make sure to put it in the correct slot to have it run in dual channel.

 

[cctaylor88]

There are SO many different drivers for Gigabyte and I haven't even looked into the proper BIOS versions etc. Question... if my mem is working in slot three should I attempt to put the next stick in slot one when I am ready?

 

[Martell1977]

Yeah, 1 & 3 or 2 & 4. Basically the red slots or the black slots.

As for BIOS, only update that if you have an issue. If everything works fine, I'd just let it be.

For drivers, get the most recent versions for your OS.

 

[cctaylor88]

Yeah, 1 & 3 or 2 & 4. Basically the red slots or the black slots.

As for BIOS, only update that if you have an issue. If everything works fine, I'd just let it be.

For drivers, get the most recent versions for your OS.

Yeah I appreciate it, now just trying to figure out what drivers I'm needing. There are so many its very not.. user friendly if you will. Next step, just get internet!
I am fine with downloading drivers, but how does one update their BIOS? Is it something you do within the BIOS or can I just DL the latest BIOS onto a USB and install it like software from within the operating system?

 

[Martell1977]

Depends on the age of the motherboard and the manufacturer. Today, you can download them and run the update in Windows. For older boards you used to have to make a disc and install the update wither in the BIOS or from a DOS prompt and it was a pain.

With a BIOS update,, the key is to make sure the version you are installing is actually the latest and that the system is not going to be interrupted in any way during the process. If the machine gets interrupted (i.e. crash, power outage, etc.), the motherboard will be a expensive paperweight. It can take a while and patience is golden, follow the onscreen directions closely and don't do anything until the machine tells you to.

 

[cctaylor88]

Depends on the age of the motherboard and the manufacturer. Today, you can download them and run the update in Windows. For older boards you used to have to make a disc and install the update wither in the BIOS or from a DOS prompt and it was a pain.

With a BIOS update,, the key is to make sure the version you are installing is actually the latest and that the system is not going to be interrupted in any way during the process. If the machine gets interrupted (i.e. crash, power outage, etc.), the motherboard will be a expensive paperweight. It can take a while and patience is golden, follow the onscreen directions closely and don't do anything until the machine tells you to.

So once I installed all new drivers with the current version of the BIOS... loaded up Win7 and couldn't use any of my peripherals (USB mouse and Keyboard). So essentially back to ground zero. Do you think the problem is going from old pc (AMD) to my new build (Intel)

 

[Martell1977]

Is this a fresh install of Windows? Or are you reusing a drive from an old computer?

If you are reusing a drive, you need to save your files and reinstall Windows. Otherwise you will be fighting constantly with the machine and stability will be horrid. When changing motherboards, you always need to reinstall Windows, especially if going from AMD to Intel.

I didn't think of asking before because you said this was a new build and never mentioned the HDD.

 

[cctaylor88]

Is this a fresh install of Windows? Or are you reusing a drive from an old computer?

If you are reusing a drive, you need to save your files and reinstall Windows. Otherwise you will be fighting constantly with the machine and stability will be horrid. When changing motherboards, you always need to reinstall Windows, especially if going from AMD to Intel.

I didn't think of asking before because you said this was a new build and never mentioned the HDD.

Well originally I tried using my old SSD with a copy of Win7... TERRIBLE experience. I have since, fresh installed Win7 on old build, upgraded it to Win10, created bootable Win10 USB, and now have a fresh copy of Win10 on my new machine.... Problem is I'm scared to install any drivers. As of right now I don't even have LAN drivers on it. When I was doing this last time (albeit on Win7) as soon as I installed any USB drivers it would BSOD. I am at yet another moment of truth...

 

[Martell1977]

Well originally I tried using my old SSD with a copy of Win7... TERRIBLE experience. I have since, fresh installed Win7 on old build, upgraded it to Win10, created bootable Win10 USB, and now have a fresh copy of Win10 on my new machine.... Problem is I'm scared to install any drivers. As of right now I don't even have LAN drivers on it. When I was doing this last time (albeit on Win7) as soon as I installed any USB drivers it would BSOD. I am at yet another moment of truth...

If you keep getting BSODs when installing motherboard drivers I suggest making sure Windows is fully updated before installing them. If the problem persists, call the tech support of the motherboard manufacturer and see what they tell you. It is possible to have gotten a defective motherboard, but I'd talk to them before assuming that.