Boot Problem

[gigaep35c]

Hi,

my system is :
E8400
GA-EP35C-DS3R rev2.1
HD4870

I've got weird boot problem.
When i turn on power, fans and leds working but monitor stays black and even bios won't show up.
Also hdd is working,hdd led is always red and my graphic cards fan is working at high speed.

This problem doesn't occur all time,it occurs randomly.
I have to power off system,remove power cable and wait a couple minutes to boot it correctly.

Not:System isn't overclocked and got latest bios.

[wazza300]

Re: Boot Problem

check with one stick of ram in first slot,if it boots check the other sticks in same slot

[gigaep35c]

Re: Boot Problem

check with one stick of ram in first slot,if it boots check the other sticks in same slot

it occurs randomly.sometimes i can boot my computer without problem 2 weeks.
i don't think rams causing this..

[Lsdmeasap]

Re: Boot Problem

What BIOS are you using? If you are unsure please look in the MainBoard Tab of CPU-z or hit F9 on the MAIN BIOS page and you will see what BIOS.

You may need to update your BIOS, and you may also need to set your BIOS up properly.

Please give us your full specs and grab a template from my signature and give us your current BIOS settings in full and we will advise

[gigaep35c]

Re: Boot Problem

My bios version is F4


All my bios settings are at "auto".I haven't touch it.

[Lsdmeasap]

Re: Boot Problem

K, please give me your full settings in a template. I know what you mean about all auto, but there is a few I need to check to verify how you are using Auto.

Sorry to spread this out longer, but I have to see before I advise you how to proceed.

Please also tell me what amount and configuration of ram you have, and the model # or a link to it as well please.

[gigaep35c]

Re: Boot Problem

K, please give me your full settings in a template. I know what you mean about all auto, but there is a few I need to check to verify how you are using Auto.

Sorry to spread this out longer, but I have to see before I advise you how to proceed.

Please also tell me what amount and configuration of ram you have, and the model # or a link to it as well please.

Ok,

I've got 4gb(2x2) Team Xtreem Dark CL5 Ram..
Here is the link: http://www.teamgroup.com.tw/teamgrou..._id=1&pl2_id=3

i took photos all my bios for you

Overclock Menu 1



Overclock Menu 2



PC Health Status



Standart CMOS Features




Advanced BIOS Features



Power Management




Integrated Peripherals

[gigaep35c]

Re: Boot Problem

up

[wazza300]

Re: Boot Problem

set you initial first display to pci-e slot one

[artdrivers]

Re: Boot Problem

Don't forget to test your power supply.

[Psycho101]

Re: Boot Problem

As Wazza said, change Init First Display to PEG (PCIe Graphics).

If this doesn't completely eliminate your issue, you may have a failing Graphics Card. I have bought several GPU's from eBay that have been DoA and the one thing they had in common was that the GPU Fan would run at max speed when the rig was powered on. An intermitant issue could be related to a marginal solder joint. It could even be a poor connection between the PCIe slot and the card.

Remove the GPU and make sure both the PCIe slot and the gold contacts on the card are clean. Be careful and only clean the contacts with something 100% cotton. You can use alcohol too, but no man-made fibres as these can cause static. Re-seat he card and remove it again a couple of times, then brush/carefully blow into the slot. The movement of the card being inserted and removed will clean up the metal contacts in the PCIe slot, which may have become oxidised.

In brief, things to try in this order are:

1. On a successful boot, restart and update to the latest BIOS, making sure to load optimized defaults after the flash (this is vital!). Skip this if F4 is the latest.
   
2. Insert and remove the card several times then clean the slot and card as outlined above.
   
3. Check the PCIe power connector from the PSU to make sure the tube like contacts aren't bent or dirty/oxidised.
   
4. Locate a spare Graphics card and use it in the same slot as the original. If this solves the problem, your card is likely at fault, unless.....
   
5. Like Artdrivers suggested, check the PSU. Use a multi meter if you can to see what voltage it is kicking out. Test both a molex's 12V and 5V lines and the PCIe connector's 12 V lines. If possible change to another PSU, as if the spare GPU solved the issue, your PSU may be struggling to power your original one.

[gigaep35c]

Re: Boot Problem

i changed init display to PEG and now i have to wait..
thanks for help..i will post again if problem occurs again.

[gigaep35c]

Re: Boot Problem

sorry but it happened again.changing init display pci to peg didn't work :(

another suggestion?

[gigaep35c]

Re: Boot Problem

up

[Psycho101]

Re: Boot Problem

Did you try everything mentioned in my last post?

1. On a successful boot, restart and update to the latest BIOS, making sure to load optimized defaults after the flash (this is vital!). Skip this if F4 is the latest.
2. Insert and remove the card several times then clean the slot and card as outlined above.
3. Check the PCIe power connector from the PSU to make sure the tube like contacts aren't bent or dirty/oxidised.
4. Locate a spare Graphics card and use it in the same slot as the original. If this solves the problem, your card is likely at fault, unless.....
5. Like Artdrivers suggested, check the PSU. Use a multi meter if you can to see what voltage it is kicking out. Test both a molex's 12V and 5V lines and the PCIe connector's 12 V lines. If possible change to another PSU, as if the spare GPU solved the issue, your PSU may be struggling to power your original one.