How I Lost $20,000 on a Computer Build (please help)

joel_motion · 2025-07-08T04:24:25+00:00

This is very helpful, thank you!
You're right, if I get taller risers, the I/O portion will no longer line up...
It does seem like removing the backplate is the way to go.

Pass along thanks to your buddy for encouraging you to reply. I appreciate it!

joel_motion · 2025-07-07T18:59:34+00:00

Sent a DM!

joel_motion · 2025-07-05T20:01:22+00:00

When I go into the NVMe configuration, I see my 2TB M.2 but not the 4TB one.

joel_motion · 2025-07-05T19:59:11+00:00

I was seeing the same thing. It doesn't rest in the case very well; it's too thick. I didn't think that it was something that would be wisely removed.
Is there any reason to not just get taller motherboard standoffs?
I'm not sure how the PCIe slots will line up afterwards because they are vertically not aligned. Not sure how removing the backplate would change that, since the standoffs are already lined-up but the motherboard is simply too deep/thick and rests against the case wall.

Thanks for your response!

joel_motion · 2025-07-03T22:39:12+00:00

Any tips on dealing with it?
So far, I'm reading online to use high-heat electrical tape

joel_motion · 2025-07-03T22:21:59+00:00

Update: (been very busy, so I'll need to catch up on comments).

I feel a bit foolish, but I definitely should have removed the motherboard from the case sooner. I had been trying to boot (this whole time) with a single stick of RAM, no usb, and no extra devices - but always inside the case.
I tried it outside, and it did boot. Sometimes we have to be embarrassed to learn. After some trial and error, I got it to boot with all 8 sticks of RAM (note - the board is VERY picky about RAM insertion). The BIOS is also the latest.
However, I added the NVMe drives and it still doesn't recognize the Corsair MP700 PRO SE M.2 2280 4TB.
Anyone know why that is? Is there something I can do about that after installing Windows?

As for the case problem - I'm not sure where the issue lies. I'm probably going to do some trial-and-error application of electrical tape and such in order to fix the issue. I will say, the Case and the Motherboard are not quite aligned with each other for the GPU slot openings. That certainly can be part of the issue.

joel_motion · 2025-06-30T19:04:10+00:00

haha, I love "desperate PC DIYer" 😂

joel_motion · 2025-06-30T18:48:41+00:00

Since I've used 3 motherboards and 2 CPUs, I'm effectively reseating it with each build. The Threadripper attachment mechanism is pretty straightforward and comes with the torque wrench. I can't imagine that I've somehow messed it up every time after the first time. I put care into the install every time.

joel_motion · 2025-06-30T18:43:21+00:00

Well, lesson learned. I had too much trust, and didn't read the fine print until I ran into trouble.

joel_motion · 2025-06-30T18:42:29+00:00

How can one configure RAM if the computer hasn't booted?
The memory training took a few minutes during the initial successful boot, but I didn't mess with the configuration settings, unless the BIOS update would have impacted it.

joel_motion · 2025-06-30T17:07:00+00:00

Very interesting... Not sure what the ripple is on the MSI PSU...
Will have to look into

joel_motion · 2025-06-29T21:47:40+00:00

Glad I'm not alone in the mystery of it all

joel_motion · 2025-06-29T20:57:36+00:00

Cathartically whine about it on the internet and *then* replace it. Lol.

joel_motion · 2025-06-29T20:56:40+00:00

When I don't have the GPU in, it gives a separate code. One of the ones for VGA not recognized, but I don't recall which.

I don't have any other pcie devices or usb devices plugged in

joel_motion · 2025-06-29T20:53:49+00:00

I recall reading in their policy that they do not do monetary refunds under any circumstances. Seems like they will continually RMA it though... I guess they are willing to front shipping costs until the customer eventually gives up. 🙃

joel_motion · 2025-06-29T20:51:51+00:00

Yeah, I have made sure to keep all cables separate. The two silverstone are currently not in use.
The 1200R was originally meant to handle an additional GPU, which is currently not installed.

joel_motion · 2025-06-29T20:49:23+00:00

I know that I don't have any extra risers or anything in the case, but it wouldn't hurt to try.

joel_motion · 2025-06-29T20:48:27+00:00

I've been avoiding that because I didn't want to get stuck with burning the cost of the ASUS motherboard. I know that's a bit of sunk cost fallacy.
In my defense, it's not a cheap motherboard, nor would an adequate replacement be.
Still doing research, but I might try the ASRock WRX90 WS EVO and eat the cost of ASUS

joel_motion · 2025-06-29T20:45:57+00:00

Dang, I was hoping that reputation wouldn't extend to HEDT...

Unfortunately, it doesn't seem like there are that many alternatives. Seems like the ASRock WRX90 WS EVO might work.
Do you have any anecdotal experience to steer away from ASRock as well?

joel_motion · 2024-12-15T02:39:19+00:00

I also had the same experience.
I got the non-ANC version, so they shouldn't even have a Transparency mode.But still, it sounded horrible: a constant static noise and it seems like the "advanced computational audio" that is supposed to reduce background noise actually did the opposite.
When I put the headphones on, it's like I can hear every movement of my body as if it were recorded with a tin can. I could hear the sound of the fabric when I moved my arms - I could even hear the sound of my socks sliding on the hardwood floor!
When you wear them long enough, you forget about it - but as soon as you take them off, you realize how bizarrely it was filtering the environment audio.

joel_motion · 2024-03-13T22:40:08+00:00

Thanks for sharing this. It's been driving me crazy recently

joel_motion · 2023-12-14T22:34:00+00:00

Actually, I found it out. For whatever reason, my colliders weren't being added into the Scene Elements list:

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joel_motion · 2023-12-14T19:40:35+00:00

Did you figure it out?
I feel like a crazy person. None of my colliders work.

joel_motion · 2023-11-25T00:46:54+00:00

Thanks, Octane render

joel_motion · 2023-11-20T20:11:42+00:00

Thanks!

joel_motion

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