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Orange light keeps blinking (mobo) after shutting down pc

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Just now, kevinj93 said:

OK, thanks for the reply. So do you think it's safe to plug/unplug components when pc is off, but mobo light still blinking? because that's what I did. And I don't know much about this.

If ever swapping parts in your PC it is always good practice to completely disconnect it from power, either by flipping the switch on you PSU or unplugging the cable. In your case, you are probably fine with the fan. Just don't do that often lol

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This might be a silly question, but here goes:

 

After shutting down my pc, I plugged a chassis fan on the CHA1_FAN pins on the mobo while the orange light (on the mobo, not network) was blinking (pc was already shutdown). I still haven't turned the pc back on. I was wondering if there's any risk plugging and unplugging stuff while the light is still blinking.

 

What state is the motherboard in when a pc is shut down but the light is still blinking?

 

Your replies are highly appreciated!

 

 

 

 

 

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Usually fans can be plugged and unplugged even with the PC running! Not that it is good for it, but I would assume its fine.

Sorry I probably edited my post. Refresh plz. Build Specs Below.

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2 minutes ago, mr fobs said:

Usually fans can be plugged and unplugged even with the PC running! Not that it is good for it, but I would assume its fine.

Even those connected to the motherboard?

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2 minutes ago, kevinj93 said:

Even those connected to the motherboard?

I have connected and disconnected fans from my Motherboard multiple times with my PC on and running. Its probably not the best thing for it, but If it was at least shut down, you're more than likely good.

Sorry I probably edited my post. Refresh plz. Build Specs Below.

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  • CPU
    Ryzen 9 5900x
  • Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX X570-F
  • RAM
    32 GB (2X8) Trident Z Neo 3600MHz CAS 16
  • GPU
    ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 3070
  • Case
    Corsair 4000D Airflow
  • Storage
    Sabrent 1 TB TLC PCI 4.0 NVMe M.2
  • PSU
    NZXT C850 Gold PSU
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    MSI Optix MAG342CQR 34" UWQHD
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Just now, mr fobs said:

I have connected and disconnected fans from my Motherboard multiple times with my PC on and running. Its probably not the best thing for it, but If it was at least shut down, you're more than likely good.

OK, thanks for the reply. So do you think it's safe to plug/unplug components when pc is off, but mobo light still blinking? because that's what I did. And I don't know much about this.

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Just now, kevinj93 said:

OK, thanks for the reply. So do you think it's safe to plug/unplug components when pc is off, but mobo light still blinking? because that's what I did. And I don't know much about this.

If ever swapping parts in your PC it is always good practice to completely disconnect it from power, either by flipping the switch on you PSU or unplugging the cable. In your case, you are probably fine with the fan. Just don't do that often lol

Sorry I probably edited my post. Refresh plz. Build Specs Below.

System

  • CPU
    Ryzen 9 5900x
  • Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX X570-F
  • RAM
    32 GB (2X8) Trident Z Neo 3600MHz CAS 16
  • GPU
    ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 3070
  • Case
    Corsair 4000D Airflow
  • Storage
    Sabrent 1 TB TLC PCI 4.0 NVMe M.2
  • PSU
    NZXT C850 Gold PSU
  • Display(s)
    MSI Optix MAG342CQR 34" UWQHD
  • Cooling
    Corsair H100i RGB Pro XT 240mm
  • Operating System
    Windows 11
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