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Hello! I'm having no luck with previous threads regarding this same question.

For starters, I just bought two new items for my computer so it's not entirely new, but quite the upgrade

Previous Specs:
PSU: 500w
CPU: AMD Phenom II x4 965
GPU: nVidia GeForce 660
MOBO: Biostar A880GZ
RAM: 8GB

New Specs
PSU: 500w
CPU: Intel Core i7-4820K
GPU: nVidia GeForce 660
MOBO: BIOSTAR TPOWER X79
RAM: 8GB

I boot it up and hear no beeping sounds all fans are running well. I believe I have everything in place. I can provide pictures if needed.

Thanks in advance!
-Adrian

P.S: I few hours ago I was advised to go through everything again. I did everything 1 at a time (still no luck) but here are the steps I took: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ux47qjv9jg1wdso/ba-0UoSVQH

It's a pretty messy build, so my apologies if it's hard to comprehend.

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Short summary and prioritized troubleshooting (building on 's parts list and 's compatibility pointer).

The symptom—system powers (fans spin) but no POST beeps and no video—usually follows two parallel failure tracks: the board never completes POST, or POST completes but the video path is inactive. Triage by checking power/seat/POST first, then address firmware/compatibility options.

  • Confirm basic power and video wiring: the monitor must be on a discrete GPU output (not the motherboard ports), the GPU's PCIe power plug(s) must be fully connected, and the motherboard 24-pin and CPU 8-pin (EPS) power leads must be seated.
  • Minimal bench test: with power off, remove all nonessential devices (drives, USB devices, extra PCIe cards). Try booting with only CPU, CPU cooler, one known-good RAM stick in the recommended primary slot, GPU, and PSU.
  • POST indicators: attach a small system speaker to the front-panel header or check the board's POST/debug LEDs or code display. No beep/LED activity after the minimal bench narrows fault toward CPU, socket, PSU, or motherboard.
  • Physical inspection: look closely for bent pins in the LGA socket (LGA pins live on the board). Also reseat the GPU and RAM. Take ESD precautions when handling parts.

Firmware and next steps: since a compatibility issue was flagged earlier in the thread, practical next steps are to have the board's BIOS updated by the vendor/retailer or a local shop, or to use a temporary compatible CPU (loaner) strictly to flash the BIOS. Some motherboards offer a CPU-less BIOS-flash method—check the manual or ask the manufacturer before attempting firmware updates. Avoid random BIOS packages from unknown sources.

If the minimal checklist still gives no POST, bench-test the GPU and PSU in a known-good system or arrange professional bench diagnostics/RMA. Photos of the CPU socket, GPU power plugs, and front-panel wiring are the most useful evidence for a bench technician.

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Hello,

Looks like BIOSTAR site says that you have to have the latest BIOS update before that board will work with the processor you listed. Does not really say how you can get to that BIOS.

*In order to support IVY Bridge-E CPU, customer need to upgrade the latest version BIOS and driver

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Sounds logical. I'll give it a try. Do you know of any way I'd be able to get the BIOS updated if I can't display in on this monitor?

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Hello,

Kind of a catch 22 thing. You would have to have a processor of some sort to be able to update the BIOS. Which means that you would have to buy a slower i7 to be able to get the update done.
I suggest you contact the store you bought it from or BIOSTAR and see what they say.

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