Power problems with first build, please help!

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Ricco1970

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I am attempting my first computer build and having problems. I have everything installed and I THOUGHT I had all the wiring/cabling done that I needed. But I can not get powered up. When I check the power supply with the EVGA supplied tester that covers up the MB end of the cable, it powers up and I feel the fan blowing. But when I actually connect it to the motherboard and flip the switch on, nothing happens. To make matters worse, I accidentally disconnected the wires leading from the front panel to the rest of the system and I'm not sure I got them all back where they need to be. I have an Enthoo Luxe case and the wiring seems to be slightly different than what I would expect. Can you please help me? Tell me where to start looking for issues, from the most basic things forward. Any and all help is appreciated.
 
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If the front panel wires are not on the right pins then your computer will not turn on with the power button.
Consult your motherboard manual on how to connect these.

Also make sure you have the 4/8pin CPU connector from the PSU plugged into your motherboard and while you are at it, make sure all RAM, GPU, and any other addon cards are fully inserted into their appropriate slot.
If only using 1 stick of memory (or 2 sticks in a 4 slot board), consult manual to make sure it is inserted in the right slots.
 
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Ricco1970

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Ok, so the top picture I'm showing that the CPU power connection is in place. The 4th photo should show the MB power connection in place. The 2nd photo is a pic of the F panel with its connections. And the rest are specific to the case I have, an Enthoo Luxe by Phanteks. The top panel SHOULD connect into one of the front panels connections I believe, but both available spots on the front say RGB (the case has lights).
 
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