Re: x99s SLI Plus Memory Slot / Boot Issue

Forgot to mention, running an Intel 5820k. Also, if I were to just have the CPU and 1 stick of memory in slot 1, I don't get the 3 beeps. However, it refuses to post/go to bios. If I remove that stick (no sticks), I get the 3 beeps. That's true for all...

Tried unplugging battery + AC adapter then adding them back and start BIOS but still same white underscore and black screen (and no USB devices plugged in). I can't actually remove SSD+HDD because that would require me to open the case, voiding the war...

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  • MSI X99 SLI PLUS Memory Issue

    Guys,
    When I try to do Quad Channel DDR4, the system will not post. Currently, I have an 8GB Sticks in Slot 1, 3, 5. When I place a stick into slot 7, the system won't post. If I remove one from 3 or 1, it will post. Currently able to use 24GB/32GB. I opened a support case and they told me to re-seat my CPU and check my power supply... not impressed. I see BIOS .162 floating around the forum not sure if that would help.
    Also to note, I have moved the DIMMs around to different sockets, I had one that showed up in socket 3 as 4GB, swapped socket 5 and 3, both now show 8GB.
    {1}System Specs (CPU/Mem)
        *MSI X99 SLI PLUS MOBO
              *Shipped on BIOS 1.30, currently running 1.50
        *Intel i7 5820K
        *Crucial 8GB DDR4-2133 x 4

    Quote from: TZBC on 23-December-14, 15:38:53
    It's on the compatibility list, may not be compatibility problem...
    http://www.msi.com/support/mb/X99S-SLI-PLUS.html#support-mem
    Try clear CMOS, if it still have problem...
    You can also try to flash to BIOS 1.62 to see if help or not.
    Are you able to try on another motherboard, or borrow another DDR4 to test if defect mem-slots?
    I have taken the following steps:
    1. Upgrade BIOS to 1.5
    2. Reset BIOS to Default State
    3. Reset CMOS
    4. Moved the DIMMs to different slots, including the one I cannot place in the system since it won't post with a 4th DIMM.
    As noted, for some time, I was not able to get more than 20GB to show up in the BIOS, only after re-seating and moving DIMMs around was it finally able to see 3 x 8GB sticks. Are you able to give me the errata for the 162 BIOS as well as the "Fix/Change" list I'm all for giving it a shot, just want to know what I'm getting into.

  • MSI X99 Sli Plus can't boot Quad Channel

    Hello,
    some days ago i bought my new x99 Sli Plus.
    I installed everything, right now it's running with a 5820k and 2x4 Gskill 2400 Mhz ddr4.
    The main problem is that the system can boot only with 2x4 Block in the DIMM 1 and DIMM 5 position.
    If i try to use all my DDR4 modules ( actually 4x4) the system wont boot.
    I put in triple channel (3x4GB ) in DIMM 1-3-5 and in quad channel (4x4GB) in DIMM 1-3-5-7
    No Signal and no boot image.
    I've tried some Corsair DDR4 running at 2666.
    Same problem.
    It only boots in dual channel on DIMM1 and 5.
    that's how i insert the modules.
    Thanks for the reply.

    Hi,
    Is my understanding towards your post correct: your system boots only in Dual Channel, but also only when using slots 1&5?
    Try each slot individually with only 1 RAM stick.
    Check around the CPU socket and RAM DIMMs looking for any colour changes, smell, scratches or anything like that. If you find nothing, then my last suggestion is you check the CPU socket looking for bent pins (make sure to use magnifying glass and bright light).
    As additional,possible, solution:
    There was someone with pretty similar issue. From my understanding, what they did is that for every time they've inserted a SINGLE stick, they went to BIOS settings, saved and shut down to insert another one (saved just to make sure BIOS/motherboard recognised the RAM stick inserted).
    So my suggestion for now is:
    Go to BIOS as with 2 sticks.
    Manually change timings to: 15-15-15-35, 1.2V (check box of the RAM to make sure what they are, but according to GSkill that's timings used for 2400MHz DDR4)
    Save and Shut Down.
    Insert 1 stick (to appropriate slot). Try to boot.
    If boots, go into BIOS, check that timings remained unchanged, save and shut down. Do the same for 4th stick.
    If you find nothing, and nothing works, I suggest you contact the seller.

  • X99 SLI plus and Quad Channel issues

    Hey guys. I just managed to get some time to throw together my new rig, and am experiencing a very frustrating problem.
    I bought the ms9 x99 SLI plus, 4x4 gigs of G.Skill ripjaws 2666 ram, and a 5820k.
    I initially put it all together, and it wouldn't post. After a process of elimination I discovered it would post with 12gb of RAM in slots 1,5, and 7. But as soon as I add one to 3, it's hooped. It also won't boot with 1,3,5, or 1,3. It will boot with 1,7, just 1, just 7 etc.
    I've browsed the forum and found that this problem with these exact parts has arisen in the past, but I couldn't find a definitive answer. I also took a look at the CPU socket and didn't see any bent pins.
    I installed windows fine, it runs fine, installed drivers etc (and its hella fast), but I do need that additional RAM for work. I'm planning on updating the BIOS tonight, and I tried clearing the CMOS early on.
    Also I know its not the RAM as it boots with each stick by themselves. It seems to be a Quad channel issue, or a DIMM3 issue.
    Any information is greatly appreciated. It's a super sexy board and I'd hate to have to dismantle, send it back, etc. I'm going to Hawaii in a week and was hoping to have all this working.
    Thanks in advance!
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    4*4G|GSKILL F4-2666C16Q-16GRB R
    650 watt EVGA power supply
    Geforce 660ti

    Quote from: danrankinsjunk on 24-March-15, 11:09:42
    It's a super sexy board and I'd hate to have to dismantle, send it back, etc.
    Unfortunately you will have to. There is no magic and this is obviously hardware issue, whether it's the board or CPU.
    Start with inspecting CPU socket pins. You will need a magnifying glass or you can take clear macro pictures of the socket.
    Best do it on a bench outside the case, any non-conductive surface will do, wood table, cardboard etc. don't use antistatic bag.
    Be very careful when mounting/unmounting the CPU, do not touch socket pins and CPU contacts with your fingers.

  • MSI X99S SLI PLUS and XP941 - Booting, but very erratic behavior

    I finally got my XP941 to boot in my X99S SLI PLUS using the beta BIOS. I Still can't see it listed as a drive in the system settings, but Windows 8 install sees it just fine, and I can see the "Windows Boot Manager" option available to boot from. Windows is booting just fine now, however it will  freeze up for about 3 seconds about every 10 seconds. I used CrystalDiskMark and found that speeds were over 1000MB as expected for sequential reads, but 4KQD32 reads were absolutely abysmal. I can't remember the exact number, but it was around .012 I've seen other reviews of the XP941 showing much higher speeds than this. I think the slow random read performance is causing the machine to lockup and have erratic behavior.
    Does anybody have any ideas? or can anyone confirm that their SLI Plus is running this m.2 ssd just fine?
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    Quote from: Smalto on 04-October-14, 19:19:01
    Hello cbutters, I have the same configuration and I cannot manage to have the XP941 working (MZHPU256HCGL-00000).
    The win8.1 setup does see it but after copying the files and rebooting it won't start.
    What bios version do you use ? Can you indicate the specific settings you modified in the bios to have it working ?
    thanks
    Using BIOS 136 from here: https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=183560.0
    Using default BIOS settings to start from, then enabling windows 8/8.1 features and changing it to M.2 PCIe. I didn't touch the SATA Config after loading defaults. (I don't have any memory remapping settings available to me either).
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  • MSI x99s SLI Plus USB 3.0 Issues

    Hi All,
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    It sounds like an issue with the motherboard firmware in some way.
    I would contact MSI directly about the issue.
    >>How to contact MSI.<<
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  • X99 SLI Plus & Z77 Mpower USB issue

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    Try doing the completely shut down to S5 before you unplug the power cord.
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  • MSI X99S SLI Plus Persistant Boot Issue

    I upgraded my system 4 months ago with an X99S SLI Plus, i7 5820, GTX780, Avexir Platinum 16GB (4x4GB) DDR4 RAM
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  • MSI X99S SLI PLUS + G.skill Blue F4-2400C15Q-16GRB, Ripjaws 4, XMP wont boot

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    Intel 5930K
    4 x blue, G.Skill  F4-2400C15Q-16GRB, Ripjaws 4, XMP
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    And btw i love my MSI geforce 970  good work!!

    Quote
    I try everymemory stick in each bank to try start my comp, but nevertless it wont boot again. I have RMA my board and they have tested and works fine!
    I dont know if the memory is compatible or the bios must be update! they will do this weak to check and if need they will update it. Can someone please advice me  something to do ?!
    Quote from: needa1 on 23-September-14, 15:12:51
    Thanks for the response,
    Nope, i mean  when iam start my computer, i cannot see the bios screen or logo. Its blackscreen , no videosignal to my monitor. And i only hear 3 bleeps. It wont boot to my bios!
    can you try to boot with different memory stick?
    Quote
    MSI SLI X99S SLI PLUS
    Intel 5930K
    4 x blue, G.Skill  F4-2400C15Q-16GRB, Ripjaws 4, XMP
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    include power cables for VGA?
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    is there error code indicator onboard? if so what it does shows?
    have you tried with different video card?
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  • Can 1st and 3rd slots of X99S SLI Plus be used for SLI?

    Can I use the 1st and 3rd full size PCI slots for SLI on the MSI Global X99S SLI PLUS mobo?
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  • MSI X99S SLI PLUS boot error A2

    I upgraded my PC two weeks ago with the  MSI X99S SLI PLUS, an i7 5820, an M.2 SATA SSD and 16Gb of DDR4
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  • Msi x99 sli plus issues

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    Try to install drivers located on this website:
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  • MSI x99 SLI Plus Unstable

    I just finished building my new PC with the following specs:
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  • MSI X99S SLI Plus & Samsung XP941 SSD

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  • MSI X99S SLI PLUS - What a Nightmare!!

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    PS: Sorry for my english, but that is not my native language...

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    Just wanna figure out if my board is defect or if this is a general issue.
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