Hey everyone, I've lurked this forum for awhile, but this is my first post. Unfortunately it isn't a happy one.
I use a computer I built for record production in a pretty busy studio. Last night the computer shut off without notice and would not restart. When I push the power on button it will start moving fans, the lite drive starts to buzz, and about a half second later it shuts right off again. The computer is about 8 months old and is built with all new parts besides the PSU and the case, which around 6 years old.
Here is the system:
Asus X99-e
i7-6800k
32GB Corsair Vengeance
Noctua NH-U12s
Corsair 650W PSU
Samsung SSD
4 Seagate Barracudas
Windows 10
The mobo flashes '14' for a just a moment right before the power cuts back off. The definition of q code 14 is "Pre-Memory CPU initialization is started".
I did the following already:
Replaced the CMOS battery.
Took each stick of ram (there are 4) out one at a time.
Unplugged all the hard drives in the computer.
I have not tried to reseat the CPU yet, but I'm thinking this is next. Also, I could try to see if the case fans will at least stay running with the cpu out.
My hope is the PSU died, but doesn't seem likely yet. I may be able to borrow a PSU from a friend to count that out if you all think it is worth while.
I'm pretty desperate as this computer is the center of how I make my living. Thank you so much for any help. I'm happy to give more info if I missed something.
Neil
I use a computer I built for record production in a pretty busy studio. Last night the computer shut off without notice and would not restart. When I push the power on button it will start moving fans, the lite drive starts to buzz, and about a half second later it shuts right off again. The computer is about 8 months old and is built with all new parts besides the PSU and the case, which around 6 years old.
Here is the system:
Asus X99-e
i7-6800k
32GB Corsair Vengeance
Noctua NH-U12s
Corsair 650W PSU
Samsung SSD
4 Seagate Barracudas
Windows 10
The mobo flashes '14' for a just a moment right before the power cuts back off. The definition of q code 14 is "Pre-Memory CPU initialization is started".
I did the following already:
Replaced the CMOS battery.
Took each stick of ram (there are 4) out one at a time.
Unplugged all the hard drives in the computer.
I have not tried to reseat the CPU yet, but I'm thinking this is next. Also, I could try to see if the case fans will at least stay running with the cpu out.
My hope is the PSU died, but doesn't seem likely yet. I may be able to borrow a PSU from a friend to count that out if you all think it is worth while.
I'm pretty desperate as this computer is the center of how I make my living. Thank you so much for any help. I'm happy to give more info if I missed something.
Neil