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I just completed my build and everything is plugged in correctly (I'm pretty sure) and when I go to turn on the computer, it shows a red light on the motherboard for the CPU. I'm not sure what the problem is, can anyone troubleshoot me?

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Have you tried to clear the CMOS?

Look around your processor and you should find a battery that looks like this -
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It could be anywhere but it's most likely near your processor. Once you find it, ensure your computer is unplugged from the wall and turned off and remove it using a flat head screwdriver. It could take a bit of force so be careful.

Once it's out, leave it out for around 30 seconds to a minute and pop it back in. you have now cleared your CMOS.
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It was a bent pin in the CPU socket, I'm getting it replaced from newegg. Thanks though
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ayyy that was going to be my second answer
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