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I wanted to build a small and cheap server, so I went with a Ryzen 3200g and a Deskmini (barebones PC without CPU and RAM) from Asrock. I used a salvaged SSD from a previous build that had Windows 10, but since I wanted to dual boot Ubuntu and Windows, I completely formatted the drive. Before the format, I was able to run the Windows 10 on that SSD fine (and even on the deskmini as I forgot to go into BIOS and change boot order), and did not know there would be problems. When I installed Ubuntu and Windows, everything seemed to run fine on their respective first boots. Starting on the second boot, I was not able get past grub on Ubuntu (frozen purple screen), and was not able to get into Windows (frozen black screen). Now, I can't even get live-USBs to work for both Ubuntu or Windows; the former gets stuck at grub and the latter doesn't boot at all (black screen). I can't seem to find anything wrong with my PC. I've reset BIOS, cleared CMOS, and reformatted my hard drive a bunch of times. At the grub menu, nomodeset doesn't help with the black screen issue. As of now, I have reformatted my hard drive and all of the space inside is unallocated. At this point, I would be happy with booting into just one of the aformentioned OSes, but as of now I am not able to reinstall them. I feel like this might be a graphics issue, but I am able to get into BIOS, the grub screen, and the Windows Recovery Screen (which redirected back to itself if I clicked anything) before I reformatted my hard drive. Also in the meantime, I have tried replacing my Deskmini, but the same stuff still happens. Did my windows/ubuntu installation destroy my computer? Is there something wrong with my APU or is the RAM broken? Thanks! TL;DR: 3200g with barebones cannot boot into live USBs for both Ubuntu (can get into grub but no more after that even with nomodeset) or Windows (blue logo with CSM enabled). No problem with barebones computer as I have replaced it. Could be RAM or CPU related.

@msknight Yeah I have tried everything you said. In the mean time, I have even tried replacing the entire Asrock Deskmini (barebones PC w/o RAM and CPU) to no avail. Is there something wrong with my CPU or RAM?

@emosun Just tried that; it doesn't work. Do you have any other suggestions?

I wanted to build a small and cheap server, so I went with a Ryzen 3200g and a Deskmini from Asrock. I used a salvaged SSD from a previous build that had Windows 10, but since I wanted to dual boot Ubuntu and Windows, I completely formatted the drive. Before the format, I was able to run the Windows 10 on that SSD fine (and even on the same computer as I forgot to go into BIOS and change boot order), and did not know there would be problems. When I installed Ubuntu and Windows, everything seemed to run fine on their respective first boots. Starting on the second boot, I was not able get past grub on Ubuntu (frozen purple screen), and was not able to get into Windows (frozen black screen). Now, I can't even get live-USBs to work for both Ubuntu or Windows; the former gets stuck at grub and the latter doesn't boot at all (black screen). I can't seem to find anything wrong with my PC. I've reset BIOS, cleared CMOS, and reformatted my hard drive a bunch of times. At the grub menu, nomodeset doesn't help with the black screen issue. As of now, I have reformatted my hard drive and all of the space inside is unallocated. At this point, I would be happy with booting into just one of the aformentioned OSes, but as of now I am not able to reinstall them. I feel like this might be a graphics issue, but I am able to get into BIOS, the grub screen, and the Windows Recovery Screen (which redirected back to itself if I clicked anything) before I reformatted my hard drive.

Hey guys, I wanted to be able to dual boot Ubuntu and Windows onto a Deskmini with a 3200G to use as a server and some other stuff. The ubuntu installation went pretty smoothly, but when I tried to install Windows through a USB drive, the installation froze midway when I tried to set WIFI settings. Since nothing would budge for around an hour, I rebooted my system. Now, I can't get into Windows 10 nor use the boot drive as both give me a blank screen. Is there something wrong with my computer or windows? I have tried reflashing the iso onto my flash drive and trying to reinstall Windows to no avail.

Hey guys, I'm planning to build an AMD Ryzen 3 2200G HTPC for a web server, media streamer, and some light gaming. I'm really conflicted between using an Asrock Deskmini 300 (about 150 US) or building an ITX PC using an Asrock B450 ($110), Thermaltake V1 (30 at Frys), and a Corsair CX 450W PSU (40) totaling 180 for the same components. With the ITX build, I will be able to have more USB ports, a PCIE slot so I can add maybe a better graphics card/Thunderbolt card in the future, and be overall more future proof. With the Deskmini however, I will have a low profile PC I can take anywhere and be much less of a hassle overall. Is the ITX build worth the 40 dollar price increase or should I get the Asrock Deskmini? *I have storage so I will not need to buy* ITX Build Mobo: Asrock B450 Case: Thermaltake V1 PSU: Corsair CX 450W CPU: 2200G RAM: cheapest I can find Deskmini Build Asrock Deskmini CPU: 2200G RAM: cheapest sodimm I can buy Thanks!

The 660 is way too outdated to keep up, even with SLI.

If he does that, he won't need to get the Z270 MB. It could save money, but it depends on what he's doing. Also, I think the NZXT S340 looks better as a case IMO. Also OP, are you more into gaming, video editing, or both?

I've tried multiple benchmarks and they all work fine.

This one is extremely focused on aesthetics, but oh well : PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/list/GhBzFd Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/list/GhBzFd/by_merchant/ CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Newegg) CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($19.99 @ Newegg) Motherboard: Asus SABERTOOTH Z170 S ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($179.99 @ SuperBiiz) Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($92.88 @ OutletPC) Storage: Sandisk Ultra II 480GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($124.09 @ Newegg) Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB Dual Video Card ($274.24 @ OutletPC) Case: NZXT S340 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ Newegg) Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($75.98 @ Newegg) Monitor: Asus VG248QE 24.0" 144Hz Monitor ($249.99 @ Newegg) Other: Windows 10 From Kinguin ($30.00) Total: $1327.14 Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-11-22 00:11 EST-0500

But could that explain why my computer actually boots when I let it "rest" for a few minutes after I shuts down? As I said above, if I let it directly reboot, it will start looping and when I do otherwise and let it stay powred off for a few minutes, it's fine.

My favorite Z170 motheboard is my trusty russet potato, Bob. It's been with me for the past 10 years and will never be forgotten even though it's somewhere in my garden being used as fertilizer. As for what I look for in a potato, it's the amount of dank memes and cash I can get out of it, whether if it's male, female, or one of those 63 genders on Tumbler. Even though it may be tiny, it could be filled to the brim with dank 4chan and Reddit posts that can make you smile.

Windows is connected to the motherboard/CPU if it's a OEM version so if you change a major part of your PC you'll have to get a new key. Unless you have a Microsoft account and Windows 10 Ann. Edition. Then read this:http://www.windowscentral.com/how-re-activate-windows-10-after-hardware-change

I built a computer about 2 months ago, and now I have these sudden random shutdowns that occur arbitrarily. Can someone help me? Things I've done/Tips/Clues etc. Used one stick of RAM at a time, tried both by themselves. Cleared CMOS My computer had updated its BIOS, but I've since flashed it back. Exchanged both my processor an MoBo at my nearby MicroCenter for new ones. Booted without GPU RealTemp says my CPU doesn't go above 40C when this happens. (usually) Realtemp isn't that big of a help as the temps it gives me are too wobbly to create a valid temperature. It happens when I do something with my computer like clicking on a link, changing in-game settings, pressing enter,etc. Re-applied thermal paste. The computer just shuts down. After that, it will either attempt to reboot and into a cycle or go back to Windows. Event Viewer just says "This computer rebooted without clearly shutting down" as a Critical Warning. No help there. After the computer shuts down, I turn off the computer altogether to prevent it from going in a reboot cycle. If I directly turn it on at that time, it ether doesn't POST (fans spinning loudly with nothing happening) or it goes back into a reboot cycle. If I wait about 10 min, it can boot up correctly again. I've reformatted my SSD and reinstalled Windows around 5 times now with no results. Specs CPU: Intel i3-6300 Motherboard: Asus Max. 8 Hero Alpha RAM: G.Skill TridentZ 16GB 2800MHz PSU: EVGA P2 650W GPU: Asus Strix 1060 Non-OC SSD: Sandisk 480GB Ultra II

I would get a better PSU. I suggest tier 2 or better: