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by qazwsxedc

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I installed a new AMD Duron 1300MHz CPU and RAM into a new motherboard. While the fans and hard drive operated when I powered up, the computer didn't boot and the monitor remained on standby. I tried a CPU and RAM from an operational unit, and the computer booted up several times. Then it displayed the same symptoms as the new CPU and RAM. I then put the CPU and RAM back in the previously operational computer, but that now won't boot. Does this sound like a CPU problem or could it be just RAM? Any other suggestions?

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by dmiles

Boot computer,at startup screen press the designated key to enter setup

Check the configuration settings to make sure the cpu and bus speed are detected corrected,most AMD processors run at a lower speed,check the motherboard or AMD web site and manually set the cpu speed.

by jorich

Try resetting the BIOS to its default settings. then reboot your computer. Cheack for board compatibility with your new processor. if all still fails, try Cleaning the memory terminals using an eraser. often times these terminals due to heat accumulates minor corosions.

by fred07

Hi

Short the cmos to reset the bios to new

On many MB's this must be done when installing a new cpu of any size other than the same as removed

make sure the ram is properly seated

If no beeping is herd it is the cmos that needs reseting

Follow mfg of MB recomendations as some new MB will reset with no power on and some need a 3sec power shot to reset

fred

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