Hey everyone! I recently put together a new PC build featuring a 7800X3D CPU paired with 2x16GB Corsair 6000MHz RAM, an MSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi motherboard, an RTX 5060 Ti Twin X2 GPU, a 2TB M.2 SSD, and a 750W gold PSU. Unfortunately, I'm facing some major issues as it won't boot at all. The CPU light is showing red, and the DRAM light is yellow. I've built around 20 PCs before, so I thought I had it all figured out, but no luck this time. I've tried all the usual CMOS tricks, updated to the latest BIOS via USB, and even disassembled and reassembled everything multiple times, double checking all the wiring. Has anyone else encountered this issue with the 7800X3D and 6000MHz RAM? I can't even access the BIOS to adjust any settings.
3 Answers
It's good that you checked the socket for bent pins. I'd also recommend testing one stick of RAM in the fourth slot specifically, as some motherboards have preferred slots for optimal booting. If all else fails, maybe consider trying an 8GB stick of 5200MHz RAM; there seem to be quite a few issues with the 6000MHz.
Have you tried booting with just one stick of RAM at a time? Also, make sure to test them in different slots. Sometimes, the slots might have compatibility quirks. It’s a classic troubleshooting step but can work wonders!
Yeah, I've tried every RAM slot with single sticks and waited 5 to 10 minutes to see if it'd post. Unfortunately, nothing worked.