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Team Dark DDR4 2400 seems to be compatible with my motherboard, from what I've read.
speedmstr wrote:Have you got a local computer shop, willing to grant you access to a single stick of working DDR4 RAM to test with?
Actually, I haven't done that yet. I know of a guy that runs his own computer business that I can call up and ask, tho. :)

Seriously hoping that it's just from me having the wrong DVI cable. I'd hate to have to buy more RAM. Although, thankfully mine came with a lifetime warranty. And I've got a motherboard speaker coming either on Monday or Tuesday, so I'll be able to hear beep codes to see if it really is the RAM or not.

I tell you, this has become a character-building experience for me. XD
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It'll be all the more fulfilling once you've finally got it up and running. :D
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I'm also beginning to think I may have the wrong RAM.

According to my mobo's manual, it supports DDR4 2400... but there's an O.C. next to it. Does this mean that my RAM will only work if it's overclocked? Should I invest in some DDR4 2133 RAM instead?

Still waiting on my beep speaker--should be here tomorrow, if not today.
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So I just got my beep speaker today. Plugged it into the motherboard, powered on the PC... no beeps. None at all.

All I get are my fans running and that's it. I have my monitor hooked up to the mobo's VGA and I don't get a signal of any kind.

I called Asus tech support, and I was told that it's the motherboard itself. Really would hate to have to get a fourth mobo since my last three were DOA. I seriously hope getting the dual-like DVI-D cable will work. D:
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CarrionCarcass wrote:I'm also beginning to think I may have the wrong RAM.

According to my mobo's manual, it supports DDR4 2400... but there's an O.C. next to it. Does this mean that my RAM will only work if it's overclocked? Should I invest in some DDR4 2133 RAM instead?

Still waiting on my beep speaker--should be here tomorrow, if not today.
Should still be compatible, raise a support ticket with ASUS and ask them. Usually the O.C. is only enabled when you turn xmp on, in the BIOS (it is usually off by default). What you read may just be the max overclocking frequency.

Also, if you get an RMA on the motherboard, and get a new motherboard. I would advise you to test your parts out in another system. Hence my suggestion to contact a local PC sales and service shop you know.

That way you can better identify the DOA part. Because if it still doesn't boot. Then one of the following is DOA: RAM, graphics card, DVD drive, hard drive, PSU or processor.

Good luck. I hope it works out
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speedmstr wrote:Hence my suggestion to contact a local PC sales and service shop you know.
I am definitely going to consult a specialist that I'm acquainted with to see if he can help me. I'm totally at a loss right now and I'd rather not spend a bunch more money on new parts. Getting his help would be a lot cheaper in the long run.

I'll post an update when I get my PC in working order. Really appreciate everyone's help and suggestions. :)
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You are wearing gloves while handling the parts, right? :) Just because, well, why not if you can? :mrgreen: But also because static can damage the circuit boards on the mobo. At least, that's what I've read. I didn't have to be told that advice twice to take the excuse to wear rubber gloves while building it. :-v So I don't know how likely it really is that something goes wrong if you don't. I imagine it can't be that bad, but who knows?
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Oy, did you see this post? viewtopic.php?f=122&t=24493 (second video).

I don't know if it's any help, but you never know. :)
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Rommeltje wrote:You are wearing gloves while handling the parts, right?
Yeah, a pair of black latex hairdressing gloves--don't remember the exact brand now. XD I'm quite well aware of ESD and the damage it can do to computer components if not handled correctly.
Rommeltje wrote:Oy, did you see this post? viewtopic.php?f=122&t=24493 (second video).

I don't know if it's any help, but you never know. :)
I haven't seen that post until just now! That's awesome--we're both wearing black gloves to handle the components. :D

Also came here to say that my new PC is finally up and running!! Had it taken to a specialist on Wednesday and got it back Friday, and just got it fully running around 2am this morning! Turns out my processor just wasn't seated correctly... which is strange, because I'd seated it just like it said in the instruction booklet and in the videos I've watched. I'll gladly share photos of my build with y'all later. It's almost 5am now and I need some well-deserved rest--been trying to get Windows 7 and all the drivers installed on it all day yesterday and all last evening. Twas a pain in the ass, but I managed to do it all myself! Now I just need to put software on it. XD
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Hooray! :D Looking forward to those pictures!

Why'd you go for Windows 7 instead of 10, btw?
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