Is my new GPU a dud?

tunkeytrunks · Jul 10, 2014

Hello, I recently installed an R9 290 but it would seem the card doesn't want to display, I'm using an XFX 650w PSU. I've plugged in both 8 and 6 pin connectors. and when I turn on my PC I can see the gpu fans spinning. However, there is no display?
Also, it seems when I try, this causes my CPU fan to spin really fast?

When I tried my old card, there is display and the fan spins as normal.

I've tried a suggested method of trying to boot up in safe mode, but even that is not possible when my new GPU is plugged in, any help?!

bccorrupt · Jul 10, 2014

What model and how old is your motherboard? Have you updated the bios?

tunkeytrunks · Jul 10, 2014

My motherboard is a GIGABYTE GA-H61M-S2PV,
No I've not updated the bios, I don't really like messing with the bios unless I know I absolutely have to?

bccorrupt · Jul 10, 2014

If you're sure that the power connectors are in well and the card is seated well then it appears you absolutely have to. You could send it back, but the next model may have the same problem. Better to rule out a quick and easy possibility.

tunkeytrunks · Jul 10, 2014

Ok, what so you think is causing my cpu heatsink fan to spin so out of control?
and also, how do I go about updating the bios.

bccorrupt · Jul 10, 2014

The motherboard isn't recognizing the new GPU and is freaking out. It happens.

http://www.gigabyte.com/webpage/20/HowToReflashBIOS.html

tunkeytrunks · Jul 10, 2014

Ok, this is my first time so I may need some help!
I went on to the UK website to find the bios updates for the GA-H61M-S2PV, should I use the Gigabyte bios update that improves PCIEx16 graphics card compatibility or the beta bios that improves High-end display card compatibility?
The former is from 2012 while the latter is from 2014, but it's a beta one...
I'm worried I'll do repairable damage!

Suztera · Jul 10, 2014

Use the latest non beta one.
BTW, what R9 290 do you have?
Did you also uninstalled previous gpu drivers?

bccorrupt · Jul 10, 2014

I would go with the beta. It looks to have the update to fix exactly what your problem is.

tunkeytrunks · Jul 10, 2014

The r9 290 I have is a Gigabyte R9 290 GV-R929OC-4GD.
I've only realised these cards are notorious for being bad?!
So I think I'll hold off the motherboard update.

bccorrupt · Jul 10, 2014

If both are Gigabyte contact them and see if they think that the bios is the problem. They'll have an interest in fixing the problem vs you returning the card.

tunkeytrunks · Jul 11, 2014

I've decided to try the bios update, I will try using Q-Flash
Aside from power interruptions, is there anything else I should be worried about, like what could go wrong, and how could I fix it?

bccorrupt · Jul 11, 2014

The first method is pretty simple. It also gives you the option of saving a copy of the existing bios to a drive and reduces the chances of a mistake by not needing the OS running or the internet running. I would stick with that method.

Also to relieve a little of your stress, check out the main page for your motherboard. It has a dual bios just like mine. If something goes wrong with the main copy it will default to the saved one.
http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=4065#ov

sumsulk · Jul 11, 2014

try uninstalling the old graphic card drivers and then plugging in your new one and installing the drivers again

tunkeytrunks · Jul 11, 2014

It was a bios issue, that is now fixed after updating to the latest, thanks guys.

bccorrupt · Jul 11, 2014

Awesome, glad you got it working.

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