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Soliex
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Help, computer wont POST

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Hey guys, i always seem to run into problems no matter what i do, i just built my computer and its not posting any suggestions?


-AMD 64x2 4400
-Asus A8N32SLI Deluxe
-eVGA 7800GTX
-1024MB Corsair XMS 3200llpt
-WD 200gig HD
-Lite-on Dvd burner
-Hiper 580w modular power supply


Any input will be appreciated, im using my laptop right now and could use some help.
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Post by kenc51 »

have you tried resetting the bios???

d-check ALL cables etc.
do any fans or lights come on?
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I havent even been able to get it to POST, no moniter activity nothing, the power does come on, fans led's lights, and whats wierd is when i power it down, the powersupply goes off and then kicks back on but nothing else.
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First thing to do is remove parts. Unplug everything CPU, memory, video. then start adding things back in one at a time. Start with the CPU, then add back in the memory, listen to the error codes and stuff.
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so just power up the mobo?, the problem is that the whole system is not POSTing, where would i get error codes?
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Problem fixed!, just a little revision of the booklet and some discussion with some people :D
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