Hey everyone! I just built a new PC and I'm running into a major issue – it won't power on! The fans are working, but I can't get any visual output, and it doesn't seem to boot into the BIOS. I've noticed that my USB ports aren't functioning either; my keyboard and mouse, which usually light up, are completely off no matter where I plug them in. I'm using an ASRock A520M-HVS motherboard, and currently, the motherboard isn't in the case yet because my technician suggested I test it outside first. I really need guidance on what might be going wrong here because I'm completely lost!
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If you’ve added a graphics card, ensure you’re plugging the monitor into the graphics card instead of the motherboard.
Could you post a clear picture of the motherboard? It might help to figure out the issue.
Here’s the pic: https://imgur.com/a/kDuvoqX
Are there any labels on the 8-pin connector that indicate 'CPU' or anything else?
None of them say anything.
Take a close look at your PSU cables. Most PSUs come with more than just the 16-pin connector – it might be hidden among other cables before you connect them to the motherboard.
I see some slim cables, but I thought those were for RGB lighting?!
Those are for RGB and SATA drives. Check the 8-pin connectors closely; they can split into 2x4. You might need just one of the 4-pin connectors for power.
Oh, I can separate it and connect it, but still nothing happens.
Yep, I'm using the graphics card.