Computer wont turn on but makes weird click noise

theicegaminghd · May 12, 2015

Hey guys, I have a small problem. Well big! I am building a pc and here are the specs to start off with then I will tell the problem.

AMD A-10 7850K
GA-F2A78M-D3H (rev. 4.0)
(http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=5172&kw=GA-F2A78M-D3H4.0#ov)

GTX 550 TI
some 400 WATT psu

So I am building a PC (my one I bought broke) and when I put it ll together I notice how the power supply unit makes a clicking noise, when I hold it its like a car wanting to start but will not start. The fans move but the power supply fan is wanting to move but dosent if that makes sense. Also I replaced the motherboard 3 times so dont say that its the mobo. I also replaced the PSU but nothing. I take the CPU out and everything works.. I don't understand it is all compatible do I have to intall something? I am not sure, anyways if it is the PSU can someone help me find, well recomend one for that board. Budget? Dosent matter.

Thanks

i7Baby · May 12, 2015

Post your complete and detailed build.

Make sure you've plugged both PSU connectors into the motherboard.

Check your PSU voltages per Step 23 of http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/261145-31-perform-steps-posting-post-boot-video-problems

Use that checklist to check your PC has been correctly assembled.

theicegaminghd · May 12, 2015

i7Baby :

I did but here again I guess..
AMD A10 7850K processor

GIGABYTE GA-F2A78M-D3H FM2+ / FM2 AMD A78 (Bolton D3) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 HDMI Micro ATX AMD Motherboard

DDR3 RAM 8GB total

GTX 550TI

Not sure brand but 400 WATT power supply

They are both plugged in and I have done so..

Chicano · May 12, 2015

Check this thread on the propper PSU for the GTX 550TI... If your's doesn't meet the specifications, it would be the possible cause... I'd also suggest removing the GPU to see if that makes the computer start (on the integrated video).
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/322157-33-power-supply-recommendations

By removing the CPU (APU) out, you may be reducing power requirements and that makes other hardware run... so removing the GPU (temporarily) sounds the most practical. So try that, and also double check the front pannel header connections.

If none of these suggestions help, and if budget doesn't matter, I'd suggest buying a second FM2 APU (one of the lower priced models). That would be a way to test if the A-10 7850K is the cause.

APU Support List
http://www.gigabyte.com/support-downloads/cpu-support-popup.aspx?pid=5172

Low Priced AMD A-Series APUs.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_st/190-4597533-3549749?bbn=229189&qid=1431476498&rh=n:172282,n:!493964,n:541966,n:193870011,n:229189,p_4:AMD,p_n_feature_four_browse-bin:3081486011&sort=price-asc-rank

Chicano · May 12, 2015

Thread tittle: "PSU making clicking/ticking noise. PC won't boot"

Owner fixed it... check his solution.

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/284608-28-making-clicking-ticking-noise-boot

theicegaminghd · May 12, 2015

Chicano :

Thank for the info but I have tried all that when I just have the processor in it does the same thing I think that it is not supported I am guessing I am thinking of getting a Athlon X4 760K because it is for a fact

theicegaminghd · May 12, 2015

Chicano :

Check this thread on the propper PSU for the GTX 550TI... If your's doesn't meet the specifications, it would be the possible cause... I'd also suggest removing the GPU to see if that makes the computer start (on the integrated video).
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/322157-33-power-supply-recommendations

By removing the CPU (APU) out, you may be reducing power requirements and that makes other hardware run... so removing the GPU (temporarily) sounds the most practical. So try that, and also double check the front pannel header connections.

If none of these suggestions help, and if budget doesn't matter, I'd suggest buying a second FM2 APU (one of the lower priced models). That would be a way to test if the A-10 7850K is the cause.

APU Support List
http://www.gigabyte.com/support-downloads/cpu-support-popup.aspx?pid=5172

Low Priced AMD A-Series APUs.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_st/190-4597533-3549749?bbn=229189&qid=1431476498&rh=n:172282,n:!493964,n:541966,n:193870011,n:229189,p_4:AMD,p_n_feature_four_browse-bin:3081486011&sort=price-asc-rank

Here is a video if this helps?
[video="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtoEGzQ2l-c&feature=youtu.be"][/video]

i7Baby · May 12, 2015

What 12v, 5v and 3.3v readings did you get from your PSU?

Have a look at its labeling to see if you can identify make and/or model.

SSD? HDD? OS? Case? GPU Make and model? RAM 2 x 4gb 1600?

theicegaminghd · May 12, 2015

i7Baby :

I have 3 PSU and all work so that is not the problem and

HDD
Windows 8
NZXT (I think)
Nividia GTX 550TU
DDR 2x 4GB 1600

i7Baby · May 12, 2015

How do you know they work? And the one you have in the PC in particular?

theicegaminghd · May 12, 2015

i7Baby :

Because it works in another pc and here is a video of my problem if you wish to view

[video="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtoEGzQ2l-c&feature=youtu.be"][/video]

Chicano · May 12, 2015

theicegaminghd :

The A10-7850K APU is indeed supported, so that's not the likely cause.... If the Athlon x4 760k (or any other APU/CPU) works the only thing it would prove is that the 7850k is defective (very rare though). If you do buy an Athlon better make it a Athlon X4 860K.. the 760k is a bit slower while both A10-7850k and Athlon X4 860k are about the same.

theicegaminghd · May 13, 2015

Chicano :

theicegaminghd :

The A10-7850K APU is indeed supported, so that's not the likely cause.... If the Athlon x4 760k (or any other APU/CPU) works the only thing it would prove is that the 7850k is defective (very rare though). If you do buy an Athlon better make it a Athlon X4 860K.. the 760k is a bit slower while both A10-7850k and Athlon X4 860k are about the same.

Thanks haha I figured well good thing I can still return it and thanks for the recommendation.

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