Received an answer from a user on another forum:

The 1620V4 only supports single CPU configurations: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/92991/intel-xeon-processor-e51620-v4-10m-cache-3-50-ghz/specifications.html

Answer from Hover Horse on serverfault.com
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Asus
rog-forum.asus.com › t5 › other-motherboards › asus-maximus-gene-vii-q-code-19 › td-p › 608074
Asus Maximus Gene VII - Q code 19 - Republic of Gamers Forum - 608074
March 6, 2024 - After that there is the following error: when PC is starting, the monitor does not turn on, coolers work but the system does not boot. On the motherboard there is Q code 19 that means "Pre-Memory PCH Initialization is started".
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Tom's Hardware Forum
forums.tomshardware.com › home › motherboards
Asus p9x79 pro Q-Code 19 ? Can you Help me ? Whats the problem ? | Tom's Hardware Forum
February 1, 2014 - I had the same problem start a few days ago on my Asus p8z68 deluxe/gen3 motherboard after 2.5 years of flawless running. When you turn on the machine the cpu led light comes on and the q-code displays 19. The manual states that it is setting some PCH parameters.
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Maximus VI Formula Q-Code 19 Pre-memory PCH initia... - Republic of Gamers Forum - 544685
I typically put the computer to ... lights were dimming with the clicking noise. So I shut down the system. Now, nothing appears on the monitor and a Q-Code 19 Pre-memory PCH initialization is started shows on the boards LED.... More on rog-forum.asus.com
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March 6, 2024
Gene-Z Code 19 - Republic of Gamers Forum - 118335
Auto-suggest helps you quickly narrow down your search results by suggesting possible matches as you type. ... I am getting a Code 19 Pre Memory PCH Initialization is started. This will be the last code before the computer shuts off and reboots and is fine. This will only happen on occasion. More on rog-forum.asus.com
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March 7, 2024
Rampage v extreme problems. need help!! Q codes 17, 19
To start off yes im a noob (sorry if i say anything stupid.) to pc building and i need help. Was wondering if anyone out there knows what the cause of q code 17, 19 hang ups are.( 17 pre memory system agent initialization started, 19 pre memory pch initialization started) ever since i got this ... More on rog-forum.asus.com
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March 6, 2024
Asus Rampage IV Black Edition stuck on Q-Code 19
Built a computer and when I started it up the first time everything turned on fine and loaded as far as I could tell, I had to reinstall the cpu fan and since then when I turn it on the q-code stops at 19 and nothing shows up at all on the monitor...thoughts? Asus rampage iv black edition intel... More on forums.tomshardware.com
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Asus
asus.com › us › support › faq › 1043948
[Motherboard] Common Q-CODE(Error CODE) and Troubleshooting | Official Support | ASUS USA
Method a: Check for the Q-Code on the Motherboard, which is usually on the left upper edge or lower edge of the motherboard, as shown in the picture below: Method b. Enter into · ASUS Official website , open the Product Spec Page and check if your model support ASUS Q-CODE in Specifications
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Asus
rog-forum.asus.com › t5 › other-motherboards › maximus-vi-formula-q-code-19-pre-memory-pch-initialization-is › td-p › 544685
Maximus VI Formula Q-Code 19 Pre-memory PCH initia... - Republic of Gamers Forum - 544685
March 6, 2024 - I typically put the computer to ... So I shut down the system. Now, nothing appears on the monitor and a Q-Code 19 Pre-memory PCH initialization is started shows on the boards LED....
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Asus
rog-forum.asus.com › t5 › other-motherboards › gene-z-code-19 › td-p › 118335
Gene-Z Code 19 - Republic of Gamers Forum - 118335
March 7, 2024 - As I said before, ROG connect showed this to be a cmos issue and not a memory issue, well it turned out it did not like my TV tuner card being installed in the PCIe x4 slot. As soon as I removed it everything started working properly. No code 19 during a reboot, no random stops during cold boots.
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WePC
wepc.com › home › tips & tricks
Motherboard error codes explained - For Gigabyte, ASUS, and MSI motherboards
February 5, 2024 - If your fault isn’t listed specifically in your motherboard manual, the trick to finding your fault is deciphering what bracket your fault fits into. For example, RAM faults usually fall between 19 and 31 on most motherboards, unless specified ...
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Asus
rog-forum.asus.com › t5 › x99 › rampage-v-extreme-problems-need-help-q-codes-17-19 › td-p › 675280
Rampage v extreme problems. need help!! Q codes 17, 19
March 6, 2024 - When i talked to asus their customer support supected it was a bad chip. I got one from the bios depot with the latest bios and i still have the same issues. Right now the settings are on auto except for the ram. everything runs fine on cold boots but once its warm I have to let it sit for a while or it will hang on them q codes.
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Linus Tech Tips
linustechtips.com › computer hardware › cpus, motherboards, and memory
Fix x79 error code 19? - CPUs, Motherboards, and Memory - Linus Tech Tips
January 22, 2021 - My motherboard recently gave me an error code 19, which means "pre memory initialization" or something along those lines, I'm certain it's a memory issue though, I've tried no ram, both ECC and standard, I've also tried 2133, 1866, 1333 and ...
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Tom's Hardware Forum
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Asus Rampage IV Black Edition stuck on Q-Code 19 | Tom's Hardware Forum
February 24, 2019 - As I said before, ROG connect showed this to be a cmos issue and not a memory issue, well it turned out it did not like my TV tuner card being installed in the PCIe x4 slot. As soon as I removed it everything started working properly. No code 19 during a reboot, no random stops during cold boots.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/pcbuildhelp › qcode 19 on asus mobo
r/PcBuildHelp on Reddit: qcode 19 on asus mobo
March 8, 2023 - Q&A · Add a Comment · Betaminer69 · • · Additional comment actions · Sorry, I am new to reddit... I am building a computer with an asus x99 e-ws usb 3.1 motherboard. The startup process is Halting at code 19, PCH initialization. After some research I tried different things: checking the gpu on different pcie ports, crosschecking different ram on different ramslots.
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Win-Raid
winraid.level1techs.com › bios/uefi modding › bios modules (pci rom, efi and others)
Asus X99 code 19 boot error with Xeon V4 ES - BIOS modules (PCI ROM, EFI and others) - Win-Raid Forum
April 1, 2020 - Dear fellow bios moders I have tried for a few days now to get through the code 19 error of my Asus X99 Sabertooth. Like most people with this problem I can boot to the bios by resetting the bios. But I have found out, that whenever the cpu is removed and inserted again I can boot without resetting.
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Tom's Hardware Forum
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Asus VII Gene stuck with q-code 19 and cpu_led red | Tom's Hardware Forum
January 18, 2015 - So. I'm back with result. I took my MB to warranty office of my retailer. They tryed to put another CPU in my MB and got same result (CPU_LED red and Q_CODE=19). I was told to bring my MB to ASUS for repair. Yesterday i got my MB back an it works fine now.
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CGDirector
cgdirector.com › home › troubleshoot & fix › troubleshooting asus motherboard error q-codes — everything you need to know
Troubleshooting ASUS Motherboard Error Q-Codes — Everything you need to know
August 15, 2022 - Even though debug codes are immensely helpful with troubleshooting issues in your PC, most manufacturers, including ASUS, only ship them with a handful of higher-end motherboards. You can either cover it up by attaching a piece of tape over it or you can turn the Q-Code display off in the BIOS settings.
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Ultimate Systems Blog
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ASUS Motherboard Error Codes List Explained – Ultimate Systems Blog
May 26, 2025 - 🔁 A loop between 19, 30, or 36 often signals memory training issues. ... Update BIOS regularly, especially for new-gen CPUs. Avoid mixed RAM kits—even same brand/speed can behave differently.
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OverclockersClub
forums.overclockersclub.com › hardware › processors, motherboards and memory
No post, asus P67deluxge, q-code 14-19-20 - Processors, Motherboards and Memory - OverclockersClub Forums
June 30, 2017 - Sooo I messed up. I posted earlier about this board, and how I could only use the bottom pci-e slot. My solution was to switch motherboards with the one of my brother's pc, as his case doesn't hinder the bottom slot to be used. The board worked fine before with a 2600k, and I updated to the most ...
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Tom's Hardware Forum
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Error code "19" then reboot before post | Tom's Hardware Forum
August 24, 2012 - Error code 19 means "Pre-memory PCH initialization has started" according to my motherboard manual. What does this mean? Is this fixable?
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ASUS
dlcdnets.asus.com › pub › ASUS › mb › Add-on_card › MB_Appendix_Template_RF_2G_5G_20180730.pdf pdf
ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series A-1 Appendix Appendix Appendix Q-Code table
Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes · 0E · Microcode not found · 0F · Microcode not loaded · 10 · PEI Core is started · 11 – 14 · Pre-memory CPU initialization is started · 15 – 18 · Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started · 19 – 1C ·
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/asusrog › asus number pad code 19
r/ASUSROG on Reddit: Asus number pad code 19
June 23, 2020 -

I went to device manager and I saw a yellow caution symbol next to the asus number pad driver showing code 19. In the description, it was saying that the registry was damaged or incomplete. I went into the registry to try to fix the file but my efforts came out as no avail since when I reinstalled the drivers, it showed the same warning sign. The only thing I could think of that could've caused this issue was the new windows version 2004 update I did a couple of days ago but I could be wrong. If anyone knows a solution, help would be appreciated.