Arun Khan wrote:
I have bought an Intel Media series board DG45ID.
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The above testing done with only the bare minimum installed i.e. SMPS, CPU, Memory installed on the board.
I have checked Intel web site for cpu compatibility and my cpu is listed there.
I have come across DoA boards in wherein the board is simply dead - nothing comes works when powered ON.
What could be the problem; the cpu or the board?
Its too late now but the SMPS unit should also be cross checked by replacing with one from another brand. Some SMPS units can be real weirdos.