Problem starting new build

Driice · Aug 19, 2013

Hey guys, so I built a pc with the parts listed below, but I'm having trouble turning it on. Can you guys help me out? I included a picture of my build below. Any suggestions appreciated

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1oFdD
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1oFdD/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1oFdD/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B85M-HD3 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($72.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($77.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($259.99 @ Amazon)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N53 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($27.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Tempest 210 ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.06 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($44.99 @ Microcenter)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.99 @ Microcenter)
Monitor: Acer H236HLbid 60Hz 23.0" Monitor ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Speakers: Corsair Gaming Audio Series SP2500 232W 2.1ch Speakers ($169.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1166.94
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-05 19:52 EDT-0400)

Picture: http://i42.tinypic.com/11h6x5y.jpg

smorizio · Aug 19, 2013

From the photo looks like you forgoT to use the brass case standoffs under the mb.

realchaos · Aug 19, 2013

You didn't plug in the PCIe connectors into the gpu. You see how there's a slot that will fit a 8-pin connector on the gpu? Find the two of the yellow 4-pin PCIe connector and plug it into the gpu.

Driice · Aug 19, 2013

Thanks for the fast responses guys! I don't understand what you mean by brass standoffs as I didn't get something like that with my MB. I plugged the PCIe cable into my 760 and I do have power running now. I press the power button and my fans all run. Any idea how I can get to the POST screen for my BIOS now? My monitor says no signal via HDMI cable.

realchaos · Aug 19, 2013

Motherboard standoffs come with the case. Did you find any package that looked like this: http://www.pgcomputercomponents.co.uk/pack-of-25-brass-motherboard-standoff-6-32-x-m3-screws-408-p.asp

Are you using a HDMI cable to plug connect your gpu to your monitor?

Chicano · Aug 19, 2013

Driice :

Check the images of motherboard brass standoffs
BTW; I don't see the lower motheboard screws... is the picture from a finished build?

Driice · Aug 19, 2013

Oh I see what you guys are talking about. I used the standoffs included with my case. I'm doing an HDMI from gpu to monitor screen setup. When I turn the power on my fans will run for about ten seconds, stop, and restart. I'm wondering is this because my CPU cooler didn't have enough thermal paste or could there be another cause

Edit: I just confirmed my pc shuts off after about 10 seconds being on.

Chicano · Aug 19, 2013

Driice :

Yes, that could be why it's sutting down.. Overheating can make the CPU protection shut it off seconds after turning the computer on.

Driice · Aug 19, 2013

Chicano :

The entire area seems cool while the pc is on though :/ oh well tomorrow I'll go to radioshack and get some thermal paste. Guess I'm taking her apart tomorrow!

realchaos · Aug 19, 2013

Wait.....
I see you're using the CPU stock heatsink. That means that the thermal paste is pre-applied, isn't it?
Also, why are you using the stock heatsink when you have the Hyper 212 EVO?

Driice · Aug 19, 2013

realchaos :

I'm new to building PCs.

It did have some pre applied, but that's the only problem I can think of. Also the more fans the better I guess.

realchaos · Aug 19, 2013

Make sure to perform all of these steps: http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/261145-31-perform-steps-posting-post-boot-video-problems

It might be a tedious processor, but it's definitely worth trying them all out.

smorizio · Aug 20, 2013

Pull The gpu and one ram stick see if the onboard video works. If it does make sure the mb bios is up to date for bios code. Then add the ram back in and see if it still post then the gpu.

Driice · Aug 20, 2013

So I uninstalled and reinstalled everything and I got to the POST screen. I'm having problems with getting my HD recognized now. Should I need to plug in any cables besides a SATA one?

Update: I simply forgot to plug in the power cord for the SATA drive

. I'm posting this off my new build with W7 installed and I'm in love. I need more thermal paste for the stock CPU fan, but I don't even think it's worth it since there's two case fans next to it and the Tempest 210 has awesome ventilation. Cheers guys!

realchaos · Aug 20, 2013

So wait, help me clarify something.

You listed the Hyper 212 EVO in your build list, so I assume that you have it. So why are you using the stock heatsink?
Also, never add more thermal paste for the stock cpu cooler, it's not worth it.

Driice · Aug 23, 2013

realchaos :

Hey sorry, I never saw your post! I forgot to order the 212, and my rig has no problems with heat when I'm playing games using the stock fans. Because of that I decided it just wasn't worth getting the 212 when I don't need it.

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