Hey guys, I'm having issues with a new build that won't boot. I've gone down the usual "won't boot" checklists, including the one here, and need some advice on how to proceed. I have the system set up on a test bench with no case with only the following:
With either single 16GB memory DIMM installed in the correct (A2) slot, the CPU fan spins, the system will not boot, no POST beeps, and the power LED blinks 4 times per second, indicating "no/bad memory". This same thing happens with either DIMM installed in any of the 4 slots, or both DIMMS in any combination of slots.
With no memory installed, the CPU fan spins, the speaker will beep the correct repeated "1 long, 2 short" error code that the Asus manual says is for "no memory detected", as well as blink the power LED with 4 times a second, indicating "no/bad memory".
I get these same results with multiple known-working power supplies (confirmed 24pin+8pin are securely connected), so I'm fairly sure it's not that. The test monitor and HDMI cable are also known-working.
I've tried re-seating the CPU, and confirmed none of the pins inside the socket look bent, and none of the pads on the CPU look damaged. I've cleared the CMOS both with the jumper and by removing the battery. No Joy.
Unfortunately, this is my first LGA 1700/DDR5 build, so I don't have any compatible spare CPUs/RAM/Motherboards to conduct additional testing with.
How likely is it I received 2 bad RAM sticks in a kit that's validated for the board vs. a bad CPU? I've encountered DOA RAM before like everyone has, but I've never gotten 2 bad sticks in a new kit at once.
I figure if the motherboard was bad, it wouldn't be throwing the specific no-memory beep sequence without DIMMS installed, but this logic may be faulty and overly optimistic.
What step would you guys take next? Buy a 3rd stick of some kind of RAM and test that, or RMA the CPU? Unfortunately I don't have the bankroll to buy a 2nd CPU and Motherboard to test. Any input or wisdom would be really appreciated.
Thank you!
- Asus PRIME Z690-P Motherboard
- i5-12600K w/cooler (Using integrated video)
- 32GB Kingston Fury KF552C40BBK2 (2x16) DDR5 Memory
- PC Speaker for POST Beeps
With either single 16GB memory DIMM installed in the correct (A2) slot, the CPU fan spins, the system will not boot, no POST beeps, and the power LED blinks 4 times per second, indicating "no/bad memory". This same thing happens with either DIMM installed in any of the 4 slots, or both DIMMS in any combination of slots.
With no memory installed, the CPU fan spins, the speaker will beep the correct repeated "1 long, 2 short" error code that the Asus manual says is for "no memory detected", as well as blink the power LED with 4 times a second, indicating "no/bad memory".
I get these same results with multiple known-working power supplies (confirmed 24pin+8pin are securely connected), so I'm fairly sure it's not that. The test monitor and HDMI cable are also known-working.
I've tried re-seating the CPU, and confirmed none of the pins inside the socket look bent, and none of the pads on the CPU look damaged. I've cleared the CMOS both with the jumper and by removing the battery. No Joy.
Unfortunately, this is my first LGA 1700/DDR5 build, so I don't have any compatible spare CPUs/RAM/Motherboards to conduct additional testing with.
How likely is it I received 2 bad RAM sticks in a kit that's validated for the board vs. a bad CPU? I've encountered DOA RAM before like everyone has, but I've never gotten 2 bad sticks in a new kit at once.
I figure if the motherboard was bad, it wouldn't be throwing the specific no-memory beep sequence without DIMMS installed, but this logic may be faulty and overly optimistic.
What step would you guys take next? Buy a 3rd stick of some kind of RAM and test that, or RMA the CPU? Unfortunately I don't have the bankroll to buy a 2nd CPU and Motherboard to test. Any input or wisdom would be really appreciated.
Thank you!