Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a jam with my recent AMD CPU and motherboard upgrade. I used to have an Intel 13900k that had major issues, which I later discovered were due to degradation. After getting a refund and swapping it for a 14900k, I continued using my old motherboard, but then it started causing similar problems. Eventually, it malfunctioned and blew up, which I thought was the end of my Intel journey.
So, after getting another 14900k and a new cybercore 1300 platinum power supply, I decided to switch to AMD. I purchased an ASUS TUF Gaming X670E-Plus motherboard and a Ryzen 9 9950x3D processor. However, when I installed everything and turned it on, I saw a flashing orange light followed by a red one, then they both kept flashing until the PC shut down. I can't even access the BIOS and have no idea what the problem is.
The professional I consulted couldn't pinpoint the issue and suggested I get a replacement for both the CPU and motherboard. I've been doing some research and found that some people say I might need to update the BIOS, but I'm not sure how since I can't even get the system to boot. What could be going wrong, and how should I proceed?
3 Answers
Wow, sounds like you’ve had quite the journey! One thing to consider is the possibility of faulty components. While doing the BIOS flash can often solve issues, if after that it still doesn’t work, you may need to think about getting a new CPU or motherboard altogether. Since assembling it is relatively new to you, maybe look for more user-friendly boards that come pre-flashed with support. And don’t worry too much about the long story; it helps give context to your situation!
It sounds like you've been through a lot with your setup! First off, definitely try using the BIOS flashback feature on your motherboard. You don’t need a CPU to do this, and it might help in getting your system to recognize the Ryzen 9 9950x3D. Just check the manual for instructions on how to do this, and see if there's a way to verify the BIOS version as well. If the store claims it's updated, you want to ensure that it actually is. It's also possible that memory training is happening, so give it a minute before you assume it’s not working. You might also want to double-check your power connections, particularly to the motherboard and CPU.
I agree with FixerUpper95 about the BIOS update. Sometimes, even if the board says it's compatible, you still might need to manually update it. If you're seeing those flashing lights, it often means the motherboard is trying to communicate with the CPU or other components but isn't able to. And about the video output, make sure you’re connecting directly to the graphics card instead of the motherboard until you get everything working. Just a heads-up – if you're uncomfortable with hardware issues, swapping parts might be a good idea, especially in terms of compatibility.
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