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Long story short, I was troubleshooting a cooling issue and swapped my watercooling loop with my stock intel cooler and then back again when I discovered my PC doesn't boot anymore. When I turn it on, everything lights up (LEDS, FANS, MOBO Lights, etc) and after 8 seconds it crashes again repeating the cycle over and over (no signal to monitor).

 

On closer inspection I noticed a small scratch on the motherboard near the CPU cooler holes. So I'm wondering would that be the cause and I'll be needing to replace it with a new mobo?

 

Also there is alot less thermal paste, but I certain it wouldn't cause an instant crash even with no thermal paste from my experience. 

 

Scratch is the white mark above the CPU hole.

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9 minutes ago, Kloaked said:

Got pictures?

Also, wouldn't hurt to reseat your hardware.

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Also only thing I move was the cooler, what I have remounted 3 times with no prevail. Also made sure all connection in my way were connected firmly. 

Only other thing I think it could be is the Corsair H105 cooler bracket was loose before attaching the block, but after attaching it was firm.

Might add this later...

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2 minutes ago, AllHokage said:

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Also only thing I move was the cooler, what I have remounted 3 times with no prevail. Also made sure all connection in my way were connected firmly. 

Only other thing I think it could be is the Corsair H105 cooler bracket was loose before attaching the block, but after attaching it was firm.

Depending on how deep that scratch goes, it could very well have killed the board by severing several of those traces.

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9 minutes ago, Kloaked said:

Depending on how deep that scratch goes, it could very well have killed the board by severing several of those traces.

Anyway to tell for sure? As I don't want to ship a new mobo and find I'm having the same problem.

 

Only thing I don't get is why its still booting up for a couple of seconds and the mobo has lights working... Would it be because of the PSU is powering everything up and there is a delay before the computer realises the CPU can't carry data along a certain bus of the motherboard?

Might add this later...

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first of reseat the CPU and check the socket, just to be sure there is no thermalpaste down there, but that scratch could have killed the motherboard

I spent $2500 on building my PC and all i do with it is play no games atm & watch anime at 1080p(finally) watch YT and write essays...  nothing, it just sits there collecting dust...

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5 minutes ago, AllHokage said:

Anyway to tell for sure? As I don't want to ship a new mobo and find I'm having the same problem.

 

Only thing I don't get is why its still booting up for a couple of seconds and the mobo has lights working... Would it be because of the PSU is powering everything up and there is a delay before the computer realises the CPU can't carry data along a certain bus of the motherboard?

During the boot process the motherboard goes through many procedures to make sure everything is working. That could very well be the case.

 

I'm not sure of a way to test it to make 100% sure since I haven't had this happen to me before and it's one of those odd issues. Least for me.

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4 minutes ago, Bananasplit_00 said:

first of reseat the CPU and check the socket, just to be sure there is no thermalpaste down there, but that scratch could have killed the motherboard

Will do, heading to the local computer store on monday to grab some thermal paste to reapply aswell just incase of a miracle. 

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I am sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but it looks like some traces are cut. Your best bet is to claim that it was like that from the get go and try to get it replaced.

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16 minutes ago, PCGuy_5960 said:

I am sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but it looks like some traces are cut. Your best bet is to claim that it was like that from the get go and try to get it replaced.

I purchased it 2 years ago, so would I still be able to claim? :P 

 

Have had so many issues with company I purchased it off, that I almost would'nt bother anyway....

 

Also I'm not sure but the CPU I have is not acting normal aswell, nor has it ever been (only just found out it wasn't getting normal temps in the past week when trying to overclock it). Like It's hitting 100C in 4 minutes (100% load) with watercooling and full after market fans setup. 

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1 minute ago, AllHokage said:

I purchased it 2 years ago, so would I still be able to claim? :P 

 

Have had so many issues with company I purchased it off, that I almost would'nt bother anyway....

 

Also I'm not sure but the CPU I have is not acting normal aswell, nor has it ever been (only just found out it wasn't getting normal temps in the past week when trying to overclock it). Like It's hitting 100C in 4 minutes (100% load) with watercooling and full after market fans setup. 

Which CPU is it?

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K | Motherboard: AsRock X99 Extreme4 | Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming | RAM: 16GB G.Skill Ripjaws4 2133MHz | Storage: 1 x Samsung 860 EVO 1TB | 1 x WD Green 2TB | 1 x WD Blue 500GB | PSU: Corsair RM750x | Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro (White) | Cooling: Arctic Freezer i32

 

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1 minute ago, AllHokage said:

I purchased it 2 years ago, so would I still be able to claim? :P 

LOL, I thought you had just purchased it

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K | Motherboard: AsRock X99 Extreme4 | Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming | RAM: 16GB G.Skill Ripjaws4 2133MHz | Storage: 1 x Samsung 860 EVO 1TB | 1 x WD Green 2TB | 1 x WD Blue 500GB | PSU: Corsair RM750x | Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro (White) | Cooling: Arctic Freezer i32

 

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1 minute ago, AllHokage said:

i7 4790K with Corsair H105 (2x Noctua NF-F12). 4x Silent wings case fans in a NZXT H440 case.

I would recommend getting a new motherboard... Z97 motherboards are going for pretty cheap atm

A good black and red board is the AsRock Z97X Killer and from what I have heard, AsRock will replace your board if you have any issues!

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K | Motherboard: AsRock X99 Extreme4 | Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming | RAM: 16GB G.Skill Ripjaws4 2133MHz | Storage: 1 x Samsung 860 EVO 1TB | 1 x WD Green 2TB | 1 x WD Blue 500GB | PSU: Corsair RM750x | Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro (White) | Cooling: Arctic Freezer i32

 

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1 minute ago, PCGuy_5960 said:

I would recommend getting a new motherboard... Z97 motherboards are going for pretty cheap atm

A good black and red board is the AsRock Z97X Killer and from what I have heard, AsRock will replace your board if you have any issues!

Was looking into them or the MSI z97 gaming 5. Only trouble is I can't find any here in Australia for anywhere below $200!


Would you mind pointing me in the right direction, appreciate the help!

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4 minutes ago, AllHokage said:

Was looking into them or the MSI z97 gaming 5. Only trouble is I can't find any here in Australia for anywhere below $200!


Would you mind pointing me in the right direction, appreciate the help!

Can you give me a link to a retailer? The AU Pcpartpicker has nothing!

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K | Motherboard: AsRock X99 Extreme4 | Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming | RAM: 16GB G.Skill Ripjaws4 2133MHz | Storage: 1 x Samsung 860 EVO 1TB | 1 x WD Green 2TB | 1 x WD Blue 500GB | PSU: Corsair RM750x | Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro (White) | Cooling: Arctic Freezer i32

 

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7 minutes ago, PCGuy_5960 said:

Can you give me a link to a retailer? The AU Pcpartpicker has nothing!

https://www.ple.com.au/

 

https://www.mwave.com.au/

 

https://www.pccasegear.com/

 

http://www.scorptec.com.au/

 

http://www.austin.net.au/

 

http://www.newegg.com/global/au/

 

https://www.centrecom.com.au/

 

All these are Australia retailers.


Newegg seemed the only one with a compatible board, but $200 for an old z97 board seems a little steep (Gaming 5).

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@AllHokage These were the motherboards that I found that were decently priced:

Personally, I would buy the AsRock Z97 Killer (The second on the list) as it offers most of the features you would need and doesn't cost too much...

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K | Motherboard: AsRock X99 Extreme4 | Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming | RAM: 16GB G.Skill Ripjaws4 2133MHz | Storage: 1 x Samsung 860 EVO 1TB | 1 x WD Green 2TB | 1 x WD Blue 500GB | PSU: Corsair RM750x | Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro (White) | Cooling: Arctic Freezer i32

 

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8 minutes ago, PCGuy_5960 said:

@AllHokage These were the motherboards that I found that were decently priced:

Personally, I would buy the AsRock Z97 Killer (The second on the list) as it offers most of the features you would need and doesn't cost too much...

Ok thanks so $210AUD isn't a bad deal, as shippings $40? If so I'll buy the mobo most likely on monday and hope all goes well.

 

Thanks alot for the help once again :)

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1 minute ago, AllHokage said:

Ok thanks so $160AUD isn't a bad deal? If so I'll buy the mobo most likely on monday and hope all goes well.

 

Thanks alot for the help once again :)

NP! Glad I could help!

PS, Prices in Australia are pretty dang high :D

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K | Motherboard: AsRock X99 Extreme4 | Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming | RAM: 16GB G.Skill Ripjaws4 2133MHz | Storage: 1 x Samsung 860 EVO 1TB | 1 x WD Green 2TB | 1 x WD Blue 500GB | PSU: Corsair RM750x | Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro (White) | Cooling: Arctic Freezer i32

 

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2 minutes ago, AllHokage said:

Ok thanks so $160AUD isn't a bad deal?

It definitely isn't a bad deal!

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K | Motherboard: AsRock X99 Extreme4 | Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming | RAM: 16GB G.Skill Ripjaws4 2133MHz | Storage: 1 x Samsung 860 EVO 1TB | 1 x WD Green 2TB | 1 x WD Blue 500GB | PSU: Corsair RM750x | Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro (White) | Cooling: Arctic Freezer i32

 

Mice: Logitech G Pro X Superlight (main), Logitech G Pro Wireless, Razer Viper Ultimate, Zowie S1 Divina Blue, Zowie FK1-B Divina Blue, Logitech G Pro (3366 sensor), Glorious Model O, Razer Viper Mini, Logitech G305, Logitech G502, Logitech G402

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Sorry it ended up to be $210, due to shipping... I might have a look on ebay, if nothing pops up I'll just have to buy it.

If you are lucky you might get it for dirt cheap!

(Someone got a Z97 mothebroard for $40 USD on ebay)

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K | Motherboard: AsRock X99 Extreme4 | Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming | RAM: 16GB G.Skill Ripjaws4 2133MHz | Storage: 1 x Samsung 860 EVO 1TB | 1 x WD Green 2TB | 1 x WD Blue 500GB | PSU: Corsair RM750x | Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro (White) | Cooling: Arctic Freezer i32

 

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Dam second hand or new? 

Second hand, but still in immaculate condition!

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K | Motherboard: AsRock X99 Extreme4 | Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming | RAM: 16GB G.Skill Ripjaws4 2133MHz | Storage: 1 x Samsung 860 EVO 1TB | 1 x WD Green 2TB | 1 x WD Blue 500GB | PSU: Corsair RM750x | Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro (White) | Cooling: Arctic Freezer i32

 

Mice: Logitech G Pro X Superlight (main), Logitech G Pro Wireless, Razer Viper Ultimate, Zowie S1 Divina Blue, Zowie FK1-B Divina Blue, Logitech G Pro (3366 sensor), Glorious Model O, Razer Viper Mini, Logitech G305, Logitech G502, Logitech G402

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