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[Solved] Computer locks up in BIOS.
Shabooty
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My computer locks up on the POST splash screen then reboots, it might do this repeatedly. Can't even get into BIOS setup without to freezing. Sometimes it gets to windows, even had time log on to steam once, but it will still lock up. It started when I replaced my Intel cpu's heatsink with a zalman one. I had to take to mobo out to attach the heatsink. It worked before I replaced the heatsink. I've tried replacing the ram and psu to no effect. At this point I want to say it's the mobo but I thought I'd ask someone with more experience before I waste more money.
I'm using a wii to post and it's starting to annoy me.
I'm using a wii to post and it's starting to annoy me.
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Also, the first time it started up it told me the cpu was changed even though all I did was change heatsinks.
Next, triple check the RAM seating, power connectors, and any PCI~ cards.
You mentioned not changing the CPU or anything, just the heat sink, so I wouldn't bother with jumper settings - since it was working before that shouldn't be an issue. But, it doesn't hurt to try clearing it, and there should be some jumpers or dip switches to do this. Just check the mobo manual (download it if you have to).
Also, it sounds like the HD will spin up a couple times before the computer will actually turn on.
Also, I tried resetting BIOS with the jumper. Don't know if it worked because it won't boot at all now. At least I have a beep code to go by.
also the cheap way to reset the cmos is to power on with the mobo battery out, but doesn't sound like that's really the issue here.
It does sound like something is shorting out.
Also, try reseating the processor and fan assembly, that could be a problem.
Edit: Also it sounds like the HD tries to spin up multiple times before the computer will even POST.
passing all that, then yeah, i'd start pointing fingers at your mobo. i have the one after yours, the p5n-e sli plus and it really wasn't as solid as i expected. i had to slowly back off any over voltages i did to support my o/c and eventually just dropped to defaults and bought a faster chip.
That HDD is definitely dead, I suppose the lockups are that the screen just freezes right? That's what happened when my HDD started to die.
Edit: I don't know how good speedfan is for this, but it says my HD in at 99% fitness and 100% performance.
In fact, I'm just gonna give it a nice spring cleaning. Take everything out, get most of the dust out, reseat it all again, and just see what happens.