Do I need CPU + RAMs to see the mainboards BIOS messages at boot-up ?

  • Thread starter Thread starter Michael Hertz
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Michael said:
Which components do I need at minimum to get the BIOS messages of the
motherboard at bootup?

Are CPU and RAMs absolutely necessary ?

I have a computer which does not work. I am not sure about which component
is defect. It could be CPU, RAM module or motherboard.

If I can remove now CPU and RAMS and let the computer boot and I see the
BUIOS messages on the screen I can be pretty sure that the mainboard
works.

Michael
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Simple answer:
Without a CPU, RAM memory, and a video card, you will see nothing!
A mainboard will not even post without a CPU and RAM memory...think about
it!
 
If I can remove now CPU and RAMS and let the computer boot and I see the
BUIOS messages on the screen I can be pretty sure that the mainboard
works.
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I am sure you would need both to see the BIOS messages/menu.

Steve
 
Yes

You didn't give us enough info to help you, like does anything happen when
you turn on system, is thas a new install or old system. give us sone info
and you may get some help;
Boris
 
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