gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

[gji25]

hi, have just put together a new build using a gigabyte p43 es3g m/b.
all components are new. the problem is when i power up the rig it just cycles through a restart all of the time and will not run continually... any help appreciated

[Chike]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

Please provide more information on your sys tem, add your sustem specs to your signature, MB(+revision), CPU, RAM(link to specification, amount), etc.
For now try to use just one memory stick(if you are using 2 or more) and clear CMOS for 30 minutes as explained in the second part of this post. Try one stick in any of the slots (also different sticks)

[gji25]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

thanks for reply... the system specs is as follows
cpu-pentium core2 duo quad q9400 2.66ghz
memory 4gig -corsair xms2 ddr2 800mhz
graphics card- xfx nvidia 260gtx
power supply- ocz stealth xstream 700watt
motherboard rev 1.0
cant tell what the bios is as it wont stay powered on for more than about 3 seconds

[gji25]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

hi again, have tried the above but is still the same... also ive noticed the atx 12v 4 pin block cable is not on the power supply.... is it the cpu1 or cpu2 that plugs into the atx 12v on the motherboard ?

[Chike]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

The ATX_12V is a must, yes it's the CPU power.
I see in the PSU specs it has 1 x 4+4 pin CPU, you should be able yo split it.

[Lsdmeasap]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

+ 1 ^^

You MUST connect the ATX 12V CPU Cable, if your PSU only has 4 pin, or board only allows 4 pin, then plug in the CPU 1 cable. Don't worry, it will only fit one way and only one of the plugs will go into the slot so you cannot get it wrong.

Just be sure you use one labeled CPU and not GFX and you will be fine

[gji25]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

ok have everything connected correctly but still the problem persists. think im gonna try another mb just to eliminate component failure. thanks to all who have replied

[Lsdmeasap]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

Let us know what you find.

I'd test your system with different memory first if you can

[gji25]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

ok ive got some ocz memory in another build i done a few months back.
i,ll try that first and let you know how it goes

[gji25]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

ok, tried different memory. still the same..
graphics card tested in different rig and ok.
now im gonna test cpu and power supply also in a different rig just to eliminate them.
post results later

[Chike]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

Try minimal boot, one memory stick, disconnect all devices and front panel cables (except power), make sure all power cables and the video card are seated properly, try the one stick in different slots.
If you have a USB keyboard try connecting it to the PS/2 via adapter if you have one.
If that doesn't help take the board out of the case and try it on a piece of cardboard (it's box would be good)

[Lsdmeasap]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

Any luck yet?

If not please do as Chike mentioned above and get the board out of the case and OFF the motherboard tray and try starting it on a box or wooden table. This will help rule out shorts as an issue.

Try with only one stick of memory, either brand, in slot #1

[gji25]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

ok guys found the problem, tried cpu in another rig and got exactly the same problem.
pc just cycles through on and off... looks like i,ll be returning cpu under intels 3 year warranty. thanks all for your help and time

[Chike]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

Good luck with the RMA process and the replacement CPU.

[Lsdmeasap]

Re: gigabyte p43 e3sg new build problem

Sorry to hear, but glad you found the problem!

Let us know how your Intel RMA goes, people always ask about the whole process and how it is, so I would be happy to hear about your experience with them.

Thanks