I just finished building my first PC yesterday, but I'm running into some issues. When I power on the PSU, there's a bug light that turns on, likely the DRAM indicator, since my motherboard is a MATX and it's tricky to tell. The strange part is that the GPU fans don't start at all. I've tried various troubleshooting steps, but I'm getting close to sending everything back. Any advice on what could be causing this boot problem? Here are my specs:
- Case: Lian Li A3
- Mainboard: ASUS TUF B850M WiFi
- GPU: Asus RX 9070 XT
- CPU: Ryzen 7800X3D
- CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15
- RAM: T-Create 6000 CL30 32GB
- SSD: WD 1TB M.2
- PSU: Corsair RM850x
I wanted to share a video of the lights, but I'm having trouble uploading it.
2 Answers
First, make sure your PSU is supplying enough power; 850W should be plenty, but double-check connections. Since it’s a Ryzen 7800X3D, it doesn't have an integrated GPU, so you'll need the graphics card. Try booting with just one stick of RAM to see if it helps. If that works, swap the sticks to check for a faulty RAM module. Also, ensure everything is securely seated, especially the RAM and GPU! Good luck!
Have you tried changing the RAM channels? Sometimes boot issues can be related to how the RAM sticks are installed. Check your motherboard manual for the correct configuration for your setup. Good luck!
I haven’t tried that yet, but I’ll definitely give it a shot. Thanks for the tip!
Yeah, reseating those components can often solve the problem. It’s a common mistake to overlook connections in the excitement of a build!