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I recently installed a new Asus mother board in a new case. All was well until recenty. Windows will not start, the screen just sits with the Asus logo. I am unable to boot from the Windows CD or get into the system BIOS. I was told by my IT guy at work to hold down the insert key while turning the machine on.
Can anyone help ?
Can anyone help ?
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Originally Posted by Tome722
I am unable to boot from the Windows CD or get into the system BIOS.
- Does the system emit any beeps when it attempts to boot? If so, tell us what the pattern is and what brand of BIOS you have.
If you can't even get into the BIOS, I'd crack open the case first and make sure that all cables are in their proper connectors and that all components are seated firmly.
"May the Wombat of Happiness snuffle through your underbrush."
- Ancient Aborigine blessing
Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
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- Ancient Aborigine blessing
Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
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Originally Posted by DMR
- Did the system ever boot correctly after installing the new motherboard? Your post is slightly unclear on that.
- Does the system emit any beeps when it attempts to boot? If so, tell us what the pattern is and what brand of BIOS you have.
If you can't even get into the BIOS, I'd crack open the case first and make sure that all cables are in their proper connectors and that all components are seated firmly.
HELP !!
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Originally Posted by Tome722
The problem started after my 5 year old wiggled the power plug on the machine.
Open the case and check everything out as I suggested. While you still have the case open, turn the machine on and make sure that all of your fans are working. Also listen closely to the hard drive or put your hand on it. Can you hear/feel any indication that it is at least spinning up?
"May the Wombat of Happiness snuffle through your underbrush."
- Ancient Aborigine blessing
Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
However, if I've been working on a thread with you already, and seem to have "forgotten" your thread, please do send me a message. I try not to let things slip through the cracks, but it does happen sometimes.
- Ancient Aborigine blessing
Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
However, if I've been working on a thread with you already, and seem to have "forgotten" your thread, please do send me a message. I try not to let things slip through the cracks, but it does happen sometimes.
Just an idea. When my computer refused to boot useing xp I found it was because of my ram. Dust bunnies to be exact. Removed the ram. Cleaned it with a soft cloth and reinstalled. System booted ok. Hope that helps.....peace......im out
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Originally Posted by DMR
That might just be coincidence, but maybe not.
Open the case and check everything out as I suggested. While you still have the case open, turn the machine on and make sure that all of your fans are working. Also listen closely to the hard drive or put your hand on it. Can you hear/feel any indication that it is at least spinning up?
Grrr. OK-
In terms of this: The guy was probably trying to accomplish one of two things by that suggestion:
1. On some (but not all) BIOSes you can force a reset by holding the Insert key down while the computer is turned off, and continuing to hold it while you turn the machine on and let it start the boot cycle.
2. Continuously holding a key down (or repeatedly pressing a key) as the computer boots will often force the BIOS to halt and cough up a keyboard error. You can often get in to the BIOS setup at this point.
A few standard things to try, assuming that you've already double-checked your cables/connections:
1. Remove, clean, and reinsert your RAM as helloimtim suggested.
2. If you have more than 1 RAM module installed, test the modules by installing each one individually and attempting to boot. If the computer fails to boot only when a certain RAM module is installed, replace that module.
3. Remove any PCI cards (network card, modem, sound card, etc.) one by one. Will the computer boot when one of those cards is not installed in the system?
4. Do the above steps for any CD, DVD, etc. drives.
5. Unplug the computer's power cord and remove the BIOS/CMOS battery from the motherboard. Leave it out for 30 minutes or more before reinstalling it. This will force a reset of the BIOS.
In terms of this:
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Originally Posted by Tome722
I was told by my IT guy at work to hold down the insert key while turning the machine on.
1. On some (but not all) BIOSes you can force a reset by holding the Insert key down while the computer is turned off, and continuing to hold it while you turn the machine on and let it start the boot cycle.
2. Continuously holding a key down (or repeatedly pressing a key) as the computer boots will often force the BIOS to halt and cough up a keyboard error. You can often get in to the BIOS setup at this point.
A few standard things to try, assuming that you've already double-checked your cables/connections:
1. Remove, clean, and reinsert your RAM as helloimtim suggested.
2. If you have more than 1 RAM module installed, test the modules by installing each one individually and attempting to boot. If the computer fails to boot only when a certain RAM module is installed, replace that module.
3. Remove any PCI cards (network card, modem, sound card, etc.) one by one. Will the computer boot when one of those cards is not installed in the system?
4. Do the above steps for any CD, DVD, etc. drives.
5. Unplug the computer's power cord and remove the BIOS/CMOS battery from the motherboard. Leave it out for 30 minutes or more before reinstalling it. This will force a reset of the BIOS.
"May the Wombat of Happiness snuffle through your underbrush."
- Ancient Aborigine blessing
Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
However, if I've been working on a thread with you already, and seem to have "forgotten" your thread, please do send me a message. I try not to let things slip through the cracks, but it does happen sometimes.
- Ancient Aborigine blessing
Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
However, if I've been working on a thread with you already, and seem to have "forgotten" your thread, please do send me a message. I try not to let things slip through the cracks, but it does happen sometimes.
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Originally Posted by DMR
Grrr. OK-
In terms of this: The guy was probably trying to accomplish one of two things by that suggestion:
1. On some (but not all) BIOSes you can force a reset by holding the Insert key down while the computer is turned off, and continuing to hold it while you turn the machine on and let it start the boot cycle.
2. Continuously holding a key down (or repeatedly pressing a key) as the computer boots will often force the BIOS to halt and cough up a keyboard error. You can often get in to the BIOS setup at this point.
A few standard things to try, assuming that you've already double-checked your cables/connections:
1. Remove, clean, and reinsert your RAM as helloimtim suggested.
2. If you have more than 1 RAM module installed, test the modules by installing each one individually and attempting to boot. If the computer fails to boot only when a certain RAM module is installed, replace that module.
3. Remove any PCI cards (network card, modem, sound card, etc.) one by one. Will the computer boot when one of those cards is not installed in the system?
4. Do the above steps for any CD, DVD, etc. drives.
5. Unplug the computer's power cord and remove the BIOS/CMOS battery from the motherboard. Leave it out for 30 minutes or more before reinstalling it. This will force a reset of the BIOS.
OK. Keep us posted, and don't hesitate to ask for help if you have any questions along the way.
"May the Wombat of Happiness snuffle through your underbrush."
- Ancient Aborigine blessing
Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
However, if I've been working on a thread with you already, and seem to have "forgotten" your thread, please do send me a message. I try not to let things slip through the cracks, but it does happen sometimes.
- Ancient Aborigine blessing
Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
However, if I've been working on a thread with you already, and seem to have "forgotten" your thread, please do send me a message. I try not to let things slip through the cracks, but it does happen sometimes.
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