Problems with first build...

[xBUNx]

So i was building my first pc, put the cpu in the MB, the Hyper 212 on, ram, GPU, and PSU and did a test run. The PSU is working because there is a light that lights up on the MB. I short it out to turn it on and no fans run, nothing pops up on the screen, nothing. Is my CPU/MB dead? Any ideas? Help!

 

[Hiii]

Are you sure all your components are compatible?

 

[hilltopmonk]

list all parts plz.
and when you say 'short' are you breadboarding it? double check all connections, cmos jumper, and importantly fan connectors.

 

[xBUNx]

So I have everything put together in the case, when I hit the switch the fans make a quick movement, the LEDs flash and then nothing.

 

[xBUNx]

Is it maybe not getting enough power?

 

[unoriginal1]

Please listen/read posts and show us the parts. That way someone can help you. Right now anything would be a guess...........

 

[xBUNx]

Parts are:
AMD Phenom II x4
HD6870
Antec 550w PSU
1tb HDD
Asus M5A97 MB

I'm not sure what breadboarding is...