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RE: PC won't start with new GPU - Thunderer - 07-20-2021
They have some older ones (GT 710 and 730), but those aren't notably better than my integrated GPU. My PSU is Platinum MS 400ATX P4. It gives 400 W.
RE: PC won't start with new GPU - darkwind - 07-20-2021
(07-20-2021, 10:45 AM)Thunderer Wrote: I'll probably return my GPU and then buy a whole new PC when I can afford it. Literally everything needs an upgrade here, even the case.
mm write down here
the exact model of your current motherboard, CPU and your old working GPU(not the new not working one) ?
perhaps could be searched optimal solution (in GPU) for your old PC. with even comparison, if there is a point to change it.
RE: PC won't start with new GPU - Thunderer - 07-20-2021
Already wrote down the mobo model in the first post, it's Gigabyte H61M-S2PV. The CPU is Intel Celeron G1610 dual core. I've never had a GPU before, except the integrated one that's always been part of this PC. It's called Intel HD Graphics.
RE: PC won't start with new GPU - ronillon - 07-20-2021
(07-20-2021, 11:45 AM)Thunderer Wrote: Already wrote down the mobo model in the first post, it's Gigabyte H61M-S2PV. The CPU is Intel Celeron G1610 dual core. I've never had a GPU before, except the integrated one that's always been part of this PC. It's called Intel HD Graphics.
I'm willing to do some more digging regarding your problem as I believe the MOBO and GPU should be compatible.
But need more specific info.
Motherboard revision:
You can see the revision in the top left corner (REV: X.X): https://static.gigabyte.com/StaticFile/Image/Global/a4d5245c5fc394fa8cfa77ecd9e9bdca/Product/18726/webp/1000
(It might be also in the BIOS, but I can't be sure about it since I do not have the BIOS at hand to check obviously.)
BIOS version:
How to find: https://esupport.gigabyte.com/Notice/motherboard_bios_ver.htm
(When you are at it, BIOS date and model name from the System Information section of the BIOS will be nice to know too.)
Also I have found there might be rather new (compared to the age of the MOBO) BIOS available, but it depends on the MOBO revision.
RE: PC won't start with new GPU - Thunderer - 07-21-2021
Mobo version is 2.1. BIOS is FE.
RE: PC won't start with new GPU - Shinzo Hashidate - 07-21-2021
(07-20-2021, 10:31 AM)Groshyr Wrote: Doubt he wants to sell his kidney to buy one like this.
Hehehe that was hard
Well, there are cheaper versions from the same brand
ASUS gaming MBs are my favorite and they live longer.
Sorry wrong account, Xenon here
RE: PC won't start with new GPU - Thunderer - 07-21-2021
I don't want a new motherboard because that will require me to reinstall Windows. The computer I have is a second hand former office PC, and I didn't get a Windows CD with it. Basically, mum's corp gave its employees its old computers instead of throwing them into the trash. This was some 7 years ago or so. Buying new Windows will cost me a kidney, and I'm not confident enough in my computer skills to live comfortably with a pirated OS.
RE: PC won't start with new GPU - Skorak - 07-21-2021
You should be able to get a windows 10 key for under 20 Euros. Don't buy it from the official Microsoft website.
RE: PC won't start with new GPU - darkwind - 07-21-2021
(07-21-2021, 11:42 AM)Thunderer Wrote: I don't want a new motherboard because that will require me to reinstall Windows. The computer I have is a second hand former office PC, and I didn't get a Windows CD with it. Basically, mum's corp gave its employees its old computers instead of throwing them into the trash. This was some 7 years ago or so. Buying new Windows will cost me a kidney, and I'm not confident enough in my computer skills to live comfortably with a pirated OS.
pirated OSes are super friendly. in fact, they are more friendly than official releases, because pirate versions make sure to make a life for users more comfortable by offering to disable in one click unnecessary windows things. if needed can give instructions on how to get it.
RE: PC won't start with new GPU - Lord_Helmet - 07-21-2021
(07-21-2021, 10:20 AM)Thunderer Wrote: Mobo version is 2.1. BIOS is FE.
According to the official Gigabyte website, FE is the oldest BIOS. FF claims to "Improve PCIEx16 graphic card compatibility". That said, I would try to upgrade BIOS to FH at least or even try Fld (the description here is a bit cryptic to me).
However if you consider updating the BIOS, then take your time. Make sure you downloaded the correct file. I might have misclicked something on my side. You know your motherboard model and revision. Check it twice, to be sure.