I just finished building my new PC, but it's not booting up. I'm feeling a bit lost here! Could someone help me figure out what might be wrong? I'm wondering if the cables are connected correctly or if I might be missing something entirely. Here are the specs I'm working with:
- Motherboard: Asus TUF B650M
- CPU: Ryzen 7 7800X3D
- Cooler: NZXT Kraken (the SATA for the cooler is connected)
- Case: NZXT H5
- PSU: Corsair RM850e
- GPU: I removed the RTX 5080 for cable management since the CPU has an internal GPU.
If it helps, here's a link to some images: https://imgur.com/a/CbOxHLB
3 Answers
If none of the LEDs are lighting up, that's a bad sign. Start by reseating all your connections and checking for any loose cables, especially the 24-pin connector. That’s often a culprit. Also, make sure the motherboard isn’t shorting against the case.
It might be the front panel connector causing issues. I’ve had trouble with those all-in-one plugs before—they can be tricky! You could try connecting the individual wires for the power switch and LEDs instead. Sometimes, one of the 24-pin connectors can be slightly out of its socket, which can prevent booting.
First things first, make sure your PSU is actually turned on! It sounds simple, but sometimes we overlook it. Double-check that the switch on the back of the power supply is set to ‘On’. Also, are there any warning LEDs lighting up on the motherboard when you try to power it on?
Related Questions
Lenovo Thinkpad Stuck In Update Loop Install FilterDriverU2_Reload