Intel GA-G31M-S2L Computer Hardware User Manual


 
GA-G31M-S2L/S2C Motherboard - 80 -
5-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure
If you encounter any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to
solve the problem.
Turn off the power. Remove all peripherals, connecting cables, and
power cord etc.
The problem is verified and solved.
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Check if the CPU cooler is attached to the CPU securely. Is the
power connector of the CPU cooler connected to the CPU_FAN
header properly?
Check if the memory is installed properly on the memory slot.
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START
Make sure the motherboard does not short-circuit with the chassis
or other metal objects.
Insert the graphics card. Connect the ATX main power cable and the 12V
power cable. Turn on the power to start the computer.
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Secure the CPU
cooler on the CPU.
Connect the CPU
cooler power cable
to the motherboard.
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Correctly insert the
memory into the
memory socket.
Press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup. Select "Load Fail-Safe Defaults"
(or "Load Optimized Defaults"). Select "Save & Exit Setup" to save
changes and exit BIOS Setup.
(Continued...)
The problem is verified and solved.
The problem is verified and solved.
Isolate the short
circuit.