The following checklist outlines common issues and troubleshooting steps for Jetway IPC motherboards, suitable for technical staff to inspect on-site and determine whether RMA service is required.

No. Issue Description Troubleshooting Steps & Suggestions RMA Recommendation
1 Plug in power → Press power button → No boot, no display, no B.B sound Check DC power adapter output
Clean AT/ATX power connectors
Try replacing power adapter
Yes, if unable to boot
2 No boot, continuous B.B sounds Check RAM installation and slot oxidation
Test with one RAM stick at a time
Clean DIMM slot and RAM contacts
Yes, if unresolved
3 Boots but no display detected Check VGA/HDMI cable and monitor
If using discrete GPU, re-seat or try different slot
Possibly, depending on results
4 Boots but no display detected Check VGA/HDMI cable and monitor
If using discrete GPU, re-seat or try different slot
Possibly, depending on results
5 Boots but no SSD/SATA devices detected Check data and power cables
Try different drives and slots
Clean SATA ports
Yes, if multiple ports fail
6 Cannot update or enter BIOS Clear CMOS (remove battery for 5+ mins)
Try different keyboard port
Use external BIOS flashing tool
Yes, if no BIOS response
7 System freezes randomly, reboots, or screen garbled Check CPU heatsink contact
Ensure no foreign objects in thermal area
Possibly RMA depending on root cause
8 Burnt smell or abnormally hot component on motherboard Do not power on again
Visually inspect for burnt chips, inductors, or MOSFETs
Document with photos
Strongly recommended
9 Frequent BIOS reset or time loss after power down Check if CMOS battery is weak or depleted
Replace with a new CR2032 battery
Ensure battery contacts are clean
Yes, if issue persists after battery replacement
10 Fan not spinning or inconsistent RPMs Check fan header connection
Test fan with external power
Inspect for BIOS fan control misconfiguration or failure
Yes, if fan header is non-functional