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Specs

Processor: Intel i5 4680k
motherboard: Asrock z97 Anniversary
GPU: Radeon 290 tri-x
CHassi: Cooler master cosmos s
PSU: Cooler master 700w
RAM: 2x4gb crucial ballistic sport
SSD: Samsung evo 120gb
HDD: WD caviar blue 1tb (not connected)

No OS since I haven't even gotten it to start - and I don't know what the fuck the problem is.

Have I hooked up something wrong?

Please don't tell me I broke the motherboard...

The cosmos S has this special 24pin that gives power to the front panel. And I do get power there since I see the red LED for the touch-sensitive startup button. But nothing happens when I press it.

I don't have any fans connected since I just want this thing to start...

The 1394 IEEE cable isn't connected since I can't see a place to put it.

The SSD is the only one connected for now, and it is not screwed into the case either.

I've tested the PSU with a paperclip so it's not dead at least.

I've tried without GPU as well.

Pictures:

bleh - Imgur

did you connect the 'power on' button correctly to the motherboard? I failed that one before many times Make sure all reset/power is connected correctly. If nothing happens( no beeps ,no nothing) then you might want to look into power issues.

There's only HDD-Led and Power SW and you can see how they're connected in this pic (kind of):
http://i.imgur.com/nZ1kH9L.jpg

Look if the mainboard does make contact with the metal plate behind it or anything else that could cause a short circuit. I had that problem with my last build because of a shitty case and faced the same symptoms you have.

Did you plug in a 6pin connecter near the cpu?

ComradeHX wrote:Did you plug in a 6pin connecter near the cpu?

No an 8.

RAM seated correctly?

Nah RAM is fine...

Start all over? Just put the processor down, apply heatsink, plug in SSD, seat RAM,plug the PSU cords into everything, plug in the case power button, and should work from there.

Did you put the processor in correctly?

On my motherboard I have the 24 pin and a separate 8 pin plug. Make sure you plugged in both.





(I've got snakes crawling through my computer)

I guess I'll have too. And as I said I already have a 24+(3) and 8 plugged in.

i'll get back someday when I found the energy to do it all over.

You're going to want to nearly start over.
disconnect everything out EXCEPT the CPU and CPU cooler.

READ THIS FULLY before you procede:
PERFORM THESE STEPS before posting about POST/boot/no video problems! - Product - Systems

And to clarify, you have not gotten the system to POST at all?

forgetting the Standoffs, and getting thermal paste on components is a special note, it incredibly frustrating to 1. realize you forgot to ptu in standoffs,
2. try to trouble shoot a 2mm x 2mm blob of thermal paste shorting out the board somewhere.

So I took everything apart, and while doing so i noticed not a single fault i could've done in regards to everything being in the wrong place etc.

I even took away the cpu cooler and checked the cpu. And...there was a single bent pin in one of the corners. VERY similiar to the one pictured here:
PERFORM THESE STEPS before posting about POST/boot/no video problems! - Product - Systems

So what I did was, place the cpu in a way which forced the pin back into position, put everything together again and same result, nothing. I've read somewhere online since a small bend like that it could work but...Is it time to put forward my wallet again?

Well,
1. return it to where you bought it
2. exchange it where you bought it.
3. RMA it to the manufacturer.

I would agree with the return or RMA if your CPU has a bent pin. Even if you managed to "unbend it", there's a chance it's already damaged. Also inspect the CPU socket on the mobo to ensure there's no damage. Either you tried to place the CPU incorrectly, leading to the bent pin, or the mobo itself is jacked up. Normally, the CPU should just drop right in smooth as silk as long as it's lined up properly and the CPU locking mechanism is in the unlocked position. NEVER EVER force a CPU, or any item for that matter, into place.

Once you get the new CPU, I'd suggest a fresh start. Building a custom rig can be tricky if you're not experienced with it. Even those of us with years of experience have problems from time to time, especially if we're working with components we're not too familiar with yet (such as new component designs). Just take your time, read through all documentation FIRST, etc.


When you have the new CPU, and have followed the suggestions above, let us know if the problem persists. Once we know the CPU is good and is properly installed, any future problems will be easier to diagnose from our end. Hopefully you'll be able to get the PC up and running soon.

I bent the pin on the motherboard..but the thing.I am worried about is if the.motherboard really is the problem. Or if it's the case or tge psu.

sweedensniiperr wrote:I bent the pin on the motherboard..but the thing.I am worried about is if the.motherboard really is the problem. Or if it's the case or tge psu.

That's when you have to text things... get a friend to help out, swap out components (carefully).

By the way, I don't know how it is in your country, but in Australia a bent CPU pin is considered user damage and will not be covered in an RMA, in most instances.

Unbend it carefully and RMA it. Hopefully you will get a new one, and next time READ THE MANUAL, be careful and dont rush!

Carefully inspect the socket, where bent pint was placed, but I dont think it should be damaged. If it looks screwed or scratched, you may have to RMA it too. Ready out your wallet too, just in case.

At this point there is no way to see if your mainboard is broken, since you cant know it really without CPU. Asking someone to help out or simply RMA it all. Mobo and CPU.

Surely I wouldn't have to rebuy a new processor?

sweedensniiperr wrote:Surely I wouldn't have to rebuy a new processor?

You might

Quick question, as I will be trying this tomorrow.

I previously said that I bent one pin on the motherboard and I thought that was the problem. So I got another one and tried with that, exactly the same results.

It was actually the PSU. It wasn't a wattage problem or anything it was just broken.

SO, can I actually run a computer if there's something wrong with a my CPU or motherboard? Can I run my computer with something broken that isn't detected?(I don't even know if it broken)