Hi, I just recently built a new PC. DS3L mobo/GTS/P182 Case etc.

I installed all the components, close my case back up, I boot it up and I get to my main screen (Shows Gigabyte logo and options)

Problem is, it gives me options to hit I.E. F12 for Bios etc. BUT I keep hitting those keys on my keyboard and nothing happens. As if my keyboard were non-responsive. It does work, i tried out 2 differing keyboards. It also lights up twice when I am turning off my PC, so it is alive. But I keep smashing my keys and no go.

Please help, thanks.

Update: Tried switching the ram from OCZ to something older/slower but no go. Keyboard lights up @ startup/turn off, everything seems fine but I get no response when I stroke keys on Post screen.

zhadows is it usb keyboard and mouse or serial

Make sure your function lock is on.

And which operating system? XP?

Try keys DELETE or F1 or F2, but I think you already done this??
You Have usb keyboard ?? or keyboard on mouse slot?

Remove hard drive cable... and try again...
Remove dvd cable... and try again...

I agree with Jim_L9 - if it is a fancy keyboard with secondary functions to the F buttons just hit F12, FcnLock, F12 again to make sure the computer is getting the F12 signal. OR just borrow a classic keyboard for the install.

Jo

It's a normal PS2 Keyboard, tried 2 of them already. Plan on running Windows XP.

I can't hit any keys, like Del/F12/F11/Tab won't do anything, stuck @ the post screen. I am currently in the process of resetting CMOS because a gigabyte tech suggested it, then we will see what else happens.

Also, side question, what minimal components do I need to start off with? Mobo+CPU//PSU [24pin//and a VGA, is that all?

Thanks, if you have any other suggestions regarding the main issue feel free to supply them.

*Headbutts wall* after my attempt in resetting CMOS, I put the battery back in as well as my GPU. Now I am getting no video signal whatsoever.

Dude, I should have gotten a dell.

zhadowsry try replaceing the battery ? with a new one.if you can check it with a volt metter!

it's a 3.6 volt battery.it could be bad! and no dell want teach any thing about pc's.

you can fix this problem.

and also did you try f key on for fuction.