I'm asking this because if my new video card turns out to be a flop then I don't want to not be able to change back to my other card..any help would be appreciated.
2007-05-12 18:33:03 · 3 answers · asked by harout b 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Add-ons
I tried to install my new video card, but it did not show up on my monitor when I plugged it in. I'm thinking that I might need to disable the old video card so my new video card can work. But I do not know what would happen if I disable the integrated video card and if I can enable it again if my new video card does not work.
2007-05-12 18:49:15 · update #1
The video card is an e-GeForce MX 4000. This card did not come with a power supply. If you are talking about the wattage inside my machine then I am not sure of those specs.
2007-05-13 05:40:47 · update #2
And yes I can get into my BIOS.
2007-05-13 05:42:58 · update #3
When you plug a video card in the proper slot, the motherboard's BIOS automatically disables the integrated video and does not allocate any system RAM for it.
If your new card does not display anything (make sure monitor is now connected here), try reseating it. But clean the slot first w/ a small paint brush. If there is still no display, your power supply may not be up to the task of powering your card. Please post your video card make and model and also the wattage rating of your current power supply. We might be able to provide more suggestions.
2007-05-13 01:20:46 · answer #1 · answered by Karz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First take out your card if you have it in already. Unplug your comp and push the power button for 10-15 seconds. Plug it back in and then uninstall the card software. then go to start...click my computer...local disk...windows...look for prefetch folder ,open it then delete everything. It's safe there just you computers place to see what your run when last ran your computer and this time. Plus it will help your comp star up faster next time. Now shut down and restart again. reinstall your video card software again . shut it down put your card in and attach the monitor cable to it. Can you get into your BIOS? If so look for your video setting and see if you can set it for auto. Finish booting up and it should be working.(I wish people would put there MB spec on her when they ask a question!!! IT would really help!!!!)
2007-05-12 19:54:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
all you have to do is instal your new video card in your computer, then hook up your monitor cable to your new video card, you should be able to view your monitor. then insert the software that came with your new video card. instal the software, and you're done.
2007-05-12 18:42:14 · answer #3 · answered by v k 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋