New core 2 duo system won't turn on :(

[imported_K3N]

hey everyone, i just assembled my new c2d system, but it refuses to post or turn on.

I have the following:

Gigabyte DS3
Core 2 duo e6300
2gb Patriot 5300
Nvidia 7800gt.

When i turn of the switch on the powersupply and turn it back on i can hear quick "beep" sound. I've made sure that the led switches are in the right are. I've also inserted the ram on different slots. I have checked the cpu pins on the motherboard, and none are bent...

No matter what, the computer refuses to turn on. could this mean it doesnt like my ram? i read the user reviews of my ram on newegg, and some stated it worked with this DS3 motherboard..

 

[hardwareking]

try using ddr2 ram which has 1.8 as voltage.
Before that reset the cmos by removing and reinserting the battery.And if ur board is inside a case check whether any part of the board is coming in contact with the mettalic part of the case.Make sure that it doesn't come in contact.
If any of this doesn't work get 1.8v ram and update to the latest bios.

 

[garikfox]

Its PSU related.

I had two PSU(s) over 2 yrs. do the same thing. Right before they go bad they do this when the system has been introduced too a higher wattage need.

 

[imported_K3N]

the ram i have is rated at 1.8v though.. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820220095

i saw some user reviews on newegg by people stating that the board arrived to them. i guess i was one of the unlocky ones then. i think i'll just do an rma for a replacement...

 

[imported_K3N]

Hey guys is Power switch the same thing as P+/- LED? i didn't connect the power switch line because i didnt spot it anywhere one my case

 

[T101]

Nope. Power switch is not the same as P LED. Led = Light emitting diode. That is where you should connect the power "light" of the case to.

 

[imported_K3N]

i think i may have found the problem... i didnt connect the pw switch, i'll re assemble he ds3 and let you guys know..

 

[garikfox]

Let's hope it's that simple.

Thats most likely is your problem though.

 

[imported_K3N]

w00t i got it to boot yay . i'll try to set it up and fill you guys in on it...

btw is it normal for the sotck e6300 heatsink to take 5 seconds to start up?

 

[garikfox]

I think so Mine takes about 3 sec. or so.