Pc boot up, turn off, then boot up again

[Skyvp96]

Turn on power button > monitor and everything power up > for a split second all power shut off then turn on again > auto boot into bios > i cancel the bios and pc back to normal. This happen everytime i boot up my pc, whats happening?

Before this happen, i did open up the pc and clean it for a bit, is this related?

please help

 

[Chomiq]

1. Fill out your system specs in:

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2. Define "clean it for a bit".
3. Check for any loose connectors etc.

 

[Skyvp96]

1. Fill out your system specs in:

https://www.techpowerup.com/forums/account/specs

2. Define "clean it for a bit".
3. Check for any loose connectors etc.

1. Done but i cant really find others component’s spec like PSU
2. I open up the case, use a dry tissues to wipe clean the bottom of the casing(while the casing is standing up right), i never touch anything such as GPU, CPU, any wire etc…Also i wiped fan at the front of the casing also using a dry tissue. This is not the first time i clean the pc, but this is my first time encounter this problem.
3. Outside or inside? I never touch any connector inside the casing as im afraid. I replugged everything properly outside the casing thought, the PSU cable, VGA for monitor, mouse, keyboard.

side note: i have not touch this pc for 2 months. But today i clean it up and then this happen.

 

[Caring1]

Possibly the CMOS battery is dying. They are easy to change and cheap CR2032 is the part number.

 

[Bill_Bright]

Before this happen, i did open up the pc and clean it for a bit, is this related?

So the very first time after cleaning, this problem started? That could suggest a cable was knocked loose.

Did you unplug the computer from the wall before reaching in?

A dry tissue? As in paper like a Kleenex? I do not recommend using a "dry" tissue (or cloth). Wiping with a "dry" tissue could easily result in static buildup and cause ESD (electrostatic discharge) problems. And the problem with ESD is a destructive discharge (spark or arc) can easily torch a Grand Canyon size scorched trench through millions of transistor gates, yet still be so tiny a spark that you (as a human) cannot see, hear, or feel that a static discharge even occurred!

side note: i have not touch this pc for 2 months. But today i clean it up and then this happen.

And did you try to use it after it sat for 2 months and before cleaning it today? Why was it not used for 2 months?

 

[Skyvp96]

So the very first time after cleaning, this problem started? That could suggest a cable was knocked loose.

Did you unplug the computer from the wall before reaching in?

A dry tissue? As in paper like a Kleenex? I do not recommend using a "dry" tissue (or cloth). Wiping with a "dry" tissue could easily result in static buildup and cause ESD (electrostatic discharge) problems. And the problem with ESD is a destructive discharge (spark or arc) can easily torch a Grand Canyon size scorched trench through millions of transistor gates, yet still be so tiny a spark that you (as a human) cannot see, hear, or feel that a static discharge even occurred!


And did you try to use it after it sat for 2 months and before cleaning it today? Why was it not used for 2 months?

i dont remember touching any cable as im wiping just the bottom, could be i missed it. Is there anywhere for me to check which cable is loose? Or do i need to check those cable one by one using my hand, which im pretty scared.

Every external cable is unplugged, only those inside the case are not touched(unless I accidentally touch it which i forgot)

yes, those normal tissue we usually see at every home

im not at home for 2 months thus im not using it, before it was fine though. And no, unfortunately i did not try it before i clean it.

think i should send the pc to an expert tomorrow? Its weird because im still using the pc right now, everything is fine except the boot up proceed, which lead me straight to bios instead of home screen every start up

 

[Bill_Bright]

The only way to check for loose cables is to press on each connection.

For future cleaning, I recommend taking the computer outside and blasting the interior was compressed air or cans of dusting gas. If you must wipe, using a microfiber cloth is better than paper. And I generally lightly moisten the cloth with a quick misting with Endust for Multisurfaces. Do not use regular dusting sprays as they contain oils. This does not .

 

[bobodori]

i dont remember touching any cable as im wiping just the bottom, could be i missed it. Is there anywhere for me to check which cable is loose? Or do i need to check those cable one by one using my hand, which im pretty scared.

Every external cable is unplugged, only those inside the case are not touched(unless I accidentally touch it which i forgot)

yes, those normal tissue we usually see at every home

im not at home for 2 months thus im not using it, before it was fine though. And no, unfortunately i did not try it before i clean it.

think i should send the pc to an expert tomorrow? Its weird because im still using the pc right now, everything is fine except the boot up proceed, which lead me straight to bios instead of home screen every start up

+1 on the CMOS battery. That happens to me when i reset the bios. The first boot is a brief powerup and then a restart to bios. If the battery is indeed dead,it'll reset the bios on every boot. If you have any good CR2032 at hand,from a remote or whatever,swap it and test.

 

[Skyvp96]

Possibly the CMOS battery is dying. They are easy to change and cheap CR2032 is the part number.

+1 on the CMOS battery. That happens to me when i reset the bios. The first boot is a brief powerup and then a restart to bios. If the battery is indeed dead,it'll reset the bios on every boot. If you have any good CR2032 at hand,from a remote or whatever,swap it and test.

Yea im just about to ask this. I dont have the battery at hand, need to buy them. But a look at my mobo, i dont see the CMOS battery? Its white and round right?
also how safe is it to change it ourself? Im a literal newbie

 

[Bill_Bright]

Not white - but silver, about the size of quarter. Typically CR2032.

It is very safe to change it with just a couple simple precautions. Unplug the computer from the wall. This removes all the voltages, including the ATX Form Factor required +5Vsb standby voltage. Then, before reaching in, simply touch bare metal of the case interior. This will discharge any static in your body. Then carefully remove the battery. There might be a tiny spring retainer clip holding it in place. Observe the polarity before removing.

Do not touch the new battery with your bare fingers as skin oils promote corrosion and attract dust. I put a clean, cotton sock over my hand. Then insert the new battery. Recheck to make sure all cables are securely fastened. Connect the power cord and boot directly into the BIOS Setup Menu. This is achieved typically by pressing the Del or another key during the boot process. Check/reset the date and time, if necessary. If you previously made any other changes (like boot order), make sure they are still set. Then "Save and Exit" to boot normally. Cross fingers and toes and hope your problem went away.

 

[bobodori]

Not white - but silver, about the size of quarter. Typically CR2032.

It is very safe to change it with just a couple simple precautions. Unplug the computer from the wall. This removes all the voltages, including the ATX Form Factor required +5Vsb standby voltage. Then, before reaching in, simply touch bare metal of the case interior. This will discharge any static in your body. Then carefully remove the battery. There might be a tiny spring retainer clip holding it in place. Observe the polarity before removing.

Do not touch the new battery with your bare fingers as skin oils promote corrosion and attract dust. I put a clean, cotton sock over my hand. Then insert the new battery. Recheck to make sure all cables are securely fastened. Connect the power cord and boot directly into the BIOS Setup Menu. This is achieved typically by pressing the Del or another key during the boot process. Check/reset the date and time, if necessary. If you previously made any other changes (like boot order), make sure they are still set. Then "Save and Exit" to boot normally. Cross fingers and toes and hope your problem went away.

Just to add,depending on your Mainboard and/or GPU,you may need to remove the GPU for better access.

 

[Skyvp96]

Just to add,depending on your Mainboard and/or GPU,you may need to remove the GPU for better access.

well damn…i checked my mobo picture online and the cmos battery is exactly under the gpu…

 

[Skyvp96]

Possibly the CMOS battery is dying. They are easy to change and cheap CR2032 is the part number.

+1 on the CMOS battery. That happens to me when i reset the bios. The first boot is a brief powerup and then a restart to bios. If the battery is indeed dead,it'll reset the bios on every boot. If you have any good CR2032 at hand,from a remote or whatever,swap it and test.

Hey i couldnt replace the cmos myself so i took my pc to the shop and finally changed it. Also replaced my hdd with ssd. Its all good now, thanks for the help. Im just glad its not anything expensive that are failure

 

[Bill_Bright]

I am glad you got it sorted out and thanks for coming back with your followup report.