Just built a new computer using a asus a7v8x-x mobo, and an amd 2.08ghz cpu. The first time i fired it up, the computer shut down after about a minute. The problem seems to have gotten worse. It only stays on for a few seconds at this point. In order for it to turn back on, I have to unplug from the wall, and let it sit for a minute.
I disconnected everything and re-assembled piece by piece to locate the problem, which happens to be with the cpu. When everything but the cpu is attached, the computer will not shut down, then when I add the cpu and heatsink, the problem returns.
Also, when I am in bios and toggle to "boot" to look at my devices, the computer locks up and freezes entirely, and then will shut down. When I exit bios, the computer shuts down.
Is this a sign of a bad mobo or cpu? Is the cpu not being cooled adequately and overheating? Do I just need to change my settings in bios? Any suggestions or thoughts?
Thanks for the help.
I disconnected everything and re-assembled piece by piece to locate the problem, which happens to be with the cpu. When everything but the cpu is attached, the computer will not shut down, then when I add the cpu and heatsink, the problem returns.
Also, when I am in bios and toggle to "boot" to look at my devices, the computer locks up and freezes entirely, and then will shut down. When I exit bios, the computer shuts down.
Is this a sign of a bad mobo or cpu? Is the cpu not being cooled adequately and overheating? Do I just need to change my settings in bios? Any suggestions or thoughts?
Thanks for the help.