Windows won't boot after installing Graphics Card Drivers

darkoshine

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Hey all,

My computer was working fine after build and then crashed randomly. The computer would then only boot in safe mode.

After a bit of research I uninstalled the graphics card driver and this resolved the problem, I was able to start in normal boot mode.

However upon re-installing the graphics card drivers the same error would occur, I could no longer boot in normal windows. I've tried using the disk to install the drivers as well as online.

My graphics card is SAPPHIRE AMD R9 280 Graphics Card (3GB, DDR5).

Any ideas on what to do to fix the issue?
 
The issue appears to be the GPU and its driver. There may be no easy fix for this card on this MB. Also, be sure you were using the latest driver from the manufacturer's site, and not the CD that ships with the GPU as those go out of date quite quickly.

I would try the GPU on a different MB, as well as a different GPU on your MB. This should isolate the issue as to whether the MB or the GPU is the real culprit here.
 

darkoshine

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I tried the update again, still no luck, works for about 5 seconds then crashes. There is also markings all over the screen like a static television. Any ideas guys? Please help!