MS-7666 motherboard no boot up

I've got quite a problem. Here is what I have:
CPU: Intel i7 950
MB: Xpower Big Bang MS-7666
RAM: OCZ gold series DDR3 PC3-10666 6GB (will run 12GB in the future)
OS: Windows 7 Ultimate
For my problem, I think that is just about all you need to know for now.
I just finished assembling my computer. I started the computer for the 1st time.
Seems like everything was fine, but my USB keyboard was not quite working. Mouse did.
So, i reach behind the computer and pulled the USB cable out and attempted to plug it in another port.
As i try plugging it in, i hear a spark, the computer completely shuts down and i smell something burning.
I had my window open right next to me at the time and thought it could have been one of the neighbors.
I thought i should let my older brother take a look the next day to make sure that i installed everything correctly, so i unplugged the computer and waited for him the next night at around 1AM.
There were two cables that weren't plugged in, but he said it was fine if i hadn't had them in.
We then tried to start it up this time, nothing. He said he would look at it later, but i can't take his word for it. His idea of being thee in a minute means you have at least an hour of waiting ahead of you if he even remembers...
If i attempt to start up my computer now, my screen does not receive any signal from the computer.
I did notice there was a debug LED and it stops every time i start it up at E8.
I tried letting it run a little longer just to see if it would get past that, but after about 2 minutes nothing.
I then tried plugging in the USB mouse and Keyboard, but then the same spark happened again and then immediate shut down.
It got closer and smelled it like it was burning again.
I have tried clearing the CMOS, running it with only 1x2GB stick, and removing all other USB ports from the front.
I have not had a boot up since the first time now.
I will talk to tech support tomorrow and take a closer look with my brother.
If anyone has any suggestions, i am willing to try them out. If you need any other information, i will try to provide it.
Sorry for the long thread, but i have been out of a computer for 2 months now.
-Thanks!

Quote from: RavenMac on 10-August-11, 11:45:59
Well, the barebones boot didn't work, technical support said to return it and my brother actually looked at it and agreed that it needs to be replaced. Next board is gonna be something i can find a little easier but just about as good.
Too bad i couldn't use this board. For something that said "military class" and "top quality components" i definitely do not agree. Well, thanks for everyone's suggestions, but i could not get wither to work for me.
Whoever the moderator is, you can close this thread.
Not closing this thread as there's some wrong information in your post on the idea of "military class" and "top quality components".
Please understand that what happened to your system is probably a short circuit issue. When it comes to electricity spikes and uncontrolled voltages, don't expect things not to die or get fried. "Military class" and "top quality components" probably means longer lifespan under normal usage, suitable for overclocking.
It just like a car crash, it does not mean that crashing a well built and solid supercar would not kill the driver inside when it comes to accidents.

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