GA-H57M-USB3 will not boot up

[yashoshah]

Just checked the memory pair (2GB x 2) with memtest86+.Reported no errors in one pass for series of tests performed in standard mode.

By the way system specs in detail are:

Intel core i3 540 3.06 GHz
GA-H57M-USB3 Rev. 2, F9 BIOS, Fail safe defaults are loaded
Corsair CMPSU 750TX Power supply
Corsair 2 GB x 2 Memory, Model: CMX4GX3M2A1600C9
HDD Seagate 500 GB SATA, OS: Win 7 32 bit

Though Windows 7 enters in repair mode successfuly, try to repair-but no repair performed. That process is easily launched and can be seen on screen.

[yashoshah]

By the way I used Hiren's Boot CD for memtest.
Can you suggest any link for memtest procedure and results interpretation, I am completely new to this jargon.

[Dark Mantis]

I would suggest doing a proper check with Memtest86+ so you know exactly where you stand.

Memtest86+        http://www.memtest.org/

Insert one stick of memory in slot 1 and run Memtest on it for at least 10 loops and if there are no errors then swap it over with the next one and continue untill you have checked all  modules.

If you have any errors the module is faulty.

If you have any faulty modules you will have to return the whole kit as they are matched.

Post back when you have done that with the results.

[yashoshah]

I checked the memory with memtest86+ ver 4.10.

1st memory stick results:
Pass-25
Errors-15

Tst-7    Pass-16    Failing Addr-00017d86de0-381.5 MB     Good-b1194258    Bad-b1194258   Err bits-00000010   Count chan-1


2nd memory stick results:

Pass - 32
Errors - 0

Then i tried to boot the system with 2nd stick only, as it has zero errors- but still the same problem.

What to do?

[Dark Mantis]

Well the first thing is to RMA the memory as even if it is only one stick the whole kit has to be returned as they are matched. I take it the Corsair RAM you are using has been passed by Corsair as compatible with this motherboard?

[yashoshah]

Yeah- the RAM is compatible with mobo - i checked prior to purchase.

But the question arise- why the system not workin with error free 2nd stick?

Is anything still wrong with mobo?

[Dark Mantis]

Possibly, but did you try the memory module in slot 1 to boot?

Have you put your memory settings in the BIOS manually?

CMX4GX3M2A1600C9 DDR3-1600 (XMS3-12800C9*XMP) 4GB Kit (2 x 2GB) 1.65v 9-9-9-24-2T

[yashoshah]

Yea - i tried entire exercise in 1st slot.

I didn't altered anything in BIOS.

The settings which are given- are they need be configured manually in BIOS?

While testing with memtest the description of memory was like 10600 and 1333 MHz ??

[Dark Mantis]

Well the speeds reported should have been that as the speed is rated at that. There again one stick was faulty so that maybe why.  It is no suprise that they were only the JEDEC standard speeds though as you would have to overclock the memory to get it to run any faster. That is what the XMP is attached for.

You could try setting the speed /voltage in the BIOS manually but usually with only one or two sticks it is not a problem.

[yashoshah]

Ok - will try settings in BIOS and Post later. Thanks

[yashoshah]

Tried settings in BIOS - but they were already as specified, so didn't change anything - So that option is also exhausted.

I tried to format the hard disk again with Win 7, but the mouse on PS2 port didn't respond, so unable to click anything while asking for options during install, it seems PS2 port is also not working (I have PS2 mose and keyboard).- Unable to re-install Win 7.

Now the situation is - One correct memory stick, Motherboard (don't know whether faulty or not), Good Power supply, Healthy Processor, Healthy hard disk drive.

what are the odds for system to work?

Is RMA ing the board only option?

Suppose if I RMA the board- will they check it by really configuring it by processor, memory and operating system?

[Dark Mantis]

I think that it is time to strip the motherboard etc out of the chassis and build it up outside on the motherboard box or similar thing.

Make sure that you observe anti-static precautions.

Lay some cardboard or use the motherboard box that is non-conductive on the worktop and remove the motherboard/CPU/heatsink/fan/buzzer/one stick of memory and PSU from the case and put it on the cardboard.

Add the keyboard and try and boot.

The system should try and then fail emitting a series of beeps. Please post what sounds it makes.

[yashoshah]

well, sorry- but i don't get it.

I removed the motherboard from the chasis but with Processor/heatsink/fan/one correct memory stick on it, laid it on cardboard, then added the keyboard and connected PSU. Board booted normally, i also added display- everything was just fine- no beeps - though a message was there for connecting hard disk for booting.

Or you want me to remove everything from board then boot it.

I am sorry but i want more guidance on this part.

[yashoshah]

I am sorry- I don't have buzzer either in computer case or as a separate component

[Dark Mantis]

Well if it works outside the case then you must have a problem with a short or something in the case. By the way it is a good idea to buy a small buzzer for faultfinding and general use anyway. Only a matter of pence and can save you hours.

I would suggest now connecting up a boot drive etc and see if everything works as normal.