Issue with motherboard and how to fix it?

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I'm pretty familiar with the GA-X58A-UD3R. The following is to get everything right.

Q - What version of UD3R 1 or 2?
Q - Any SSD?
Q - What changes to the BIOS above 'Load Optimized'?
Q - Any RAID?
Q - What SATA Ports have What drives?
Q - What EXACT set of 'XMS3'? I prefer a link, I'll post the BIOS settings.
Q - What HSF? pumps. e.g. H70's need full power, and then 3-4 pin.
Q - What OS? Windows 7, 7 Pro, XP, 32/64 bit, etc

Clear CMOS procedures; see - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdHH9KrceR0 the Clr CMOS button is the easiest, but watch the video  

Thanks  

A - You mean like revision? It's Rev 1
A - No SSD
A - Increased the VDIMM memory voltage, followed this guide http://i4memory.com/f54/asus-x58-6-12gb-memory-overcloc...
A - No RAID
A - SATA 3s for a TB HDD and a DVD player, SATA 2 for second 500GB HDD and PC case functions
A - http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=...
A - Corsair H80, It ran nice and loud when I started the computer.
A - Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit

Okay, we're going to be making several changes that should correct the problems.

1. Memory, I still don't have the 'exact set' so for Example TR3X6G1333C9: DDR3-1333 9-9-9-24-2N @ 1.50v. The Default values 'should' be fine.
2. SATA, the Marvell ports offer no advantages e.g. GSATA3_6 & GSATA3_7. So for more stable performance, no SSD, use the Intel SATA2 ports - {SATA2_0, SATA2_1, SATA2_2, SATA2_3}, and SATA2_4, SATA2_5. Also in AHCI Mode for the HDD's.
3. The Corsair H80 is very nice, but the CPU_FAN Header MUST be running at 100% for the Pump. Both the Pump and CPU can be monitored in the BIOS.

--- Corrections ---

H70 headers:
Connect the 'Pump' to the CPU_FAN Header

SATA Ports:
SATA2_0 = 500GB HDD ; this is the TOP SATA port {closest to DIMM and closest to PCB aka bottom}
SATA2_2 = 1TB HDD ; next SATA port below {below the SATA2_0/1, and closest to PCB aka bottom}
SATA2_4 = DVD ; next SATA port below {below the SATA2_2/3, and closest to PCB aka bottom}
Reasons - the AHCI works for SATA2_0~SATA2_3 and it's better for the DVD not to be on the same AHCI. I also left room IF you ever RAID 0/1 the Primary or Data drives.

RAM DIMM Slots for 3x2GB:
CPU: | blank | 2GB | blank | 2GB | blank | 2GB |

BIOS:
Clear all saved settings - Load Optimized

Integrated Peripherals/
ICH SATA Control Mode - AHCI
SATA Port0-3 Native Mode -> Enabled
GSATA 6_7/IDE Controller -> Disabled ; takes PCIe bandwidth

PC Health Status/
CPU Warning Temperature -> 70C/158F ; IF you're no OC'ing the CPU should never get 70C so this is a warning featrure
CPU FAN Fail Warning - > Enabled ; alerts you if the Pump fails
CPU Smart FAN Control -> Disabled ; allows the pump to run full speed

Power Management Setup/
HPET Mode -> 64-bit mode ; optional but better for 64-bit OS

//There's NO reason to set any RAM values for DDR3-1333 9-9-9-24 @ 1.50v// However, I can list the Manual changes.

Save & Exit = Yes

As soon as you get into Windows, verify AHCI is properly set; run Fix It -> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/922976
Start Values should = 0 = AHCI drivers. Verify the registry:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\Msahci
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\IastorV


Next, check both values for SFC and schedule a 'repair/checking' and reboot:


Good Luck!  

Thanks for the post, well made! I can't access bios etc right now, but when I can again, I will take use your tips.   But I did set up the hardware as you told me to.

I have now disassembled the whole computer and put it together again, reseting CMOS and double checking every pin and wire/cable. I still have the same won't boot up problem. I still can't get to the post screen.
SATA cables should now be at the right spot and the H80 is properly connected. Also I tried to use the old fully working stock cooler, and the same problem keeps happening, so I guess that prooves there is no problem with the CPU cooling system. The GPU seems to be working fine to, fans running etc.
I can link the site i directly purchased it from, but It's in Norwegian, so you probably won't understad, maybe you can use some translator or something.
http://www.komplett.no/k/ki.aspx?sku=584444#extra


I have recorded the problem in action and taken high-res pictures to maybe help people identify the problem.


Video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkCPI68rQuU&feature=chan...

Pics
http://imageshack.us/homepage/?user=firstprice1
They should be viewable under the 'my pictures' album
If you can't see them, please tell me

I watched the video, very helpful, that's more than likely either a short or a blown PSU.

At this point, it's probably a good idea to breadboard as a 'minimal' system. Meaning minimum to boot to BIOS: 1 stick of RAM, CPU, MOBO, HSF (stock), PSU, GPU (failure try 2nd PCIe/move GPU). NO Headers - USB/Sound, NO HDDs - Less = Best. See this video, and in particular after 12 minutes:

Sorry for late reply, just been doing some other stuff meanwhile.
I've tried several PSU tests and it works just fine. I tried the minimal bootup shown in the vid, several ways. Still the same problem with infinitive loop boot.
I noted a small scratch at the back of the motherboard, looked like it might have cut some wiring inside the board, so I guess that is what's causing all this.
I'm going to order a new motherboard today and I'll probably get it later today to.
I'm going to report back when I have tried with it and tell you guys what the results are. Thanks.