Game is freezing and PC does not show anything.
Game is freezing and PC does not show anything.
My computer frequently freezes during high usage, like gaming, yet the game audio still plays. The issue only appears when ending tasks. GPU temperature stays between 70-80°C. It’s an old 2015 Zotac GTX 1060 with six GB RAM and a single dead fan. After replacing the original fan, the problem persists. I’ve kept the GPU running with just one fan for over three months. Benchmark tests showed normal performance until the GPU test, after which the PC shut down instantly. When I powered it back on, there was no boot, display, or connected peripherals. I’ve disassembled and reassembled everything without success. I suspect the GPU might be old or damaged, or the PSU is failing. I don’t have any other components to test.
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I've tried everything, disassembled everything and put it back on, but it still doesn't work.
It might help to list everything so we don't repeat steps you've already done before this discussion started.
If you think the PSU is the problem, consider borrowing a well-built PSU from a friend or neighbor with at least 550W for the whole system, then check if the issue remains.
I've attempted to run on just 1 RAM for both sides, used a cold boot PC, and also don't have an integrated graphics card. Could there be an issue related to the GPU?
It seems the GPU was overheating and failing. You pushed it to its limits by using a dead fan, and it ultimately stopped working.
The information provided only shows the GPU core temperature—it doesn't cover everything on the board that needs cooling. If the VRAM overheats, it can fail. If the voltage regulators become too hot, they also die. A good GPU core is useless if the power supplies or VRAM are damaged. Running the card with a failing fan can cause instability. Pushing it hard while the fan is dead might permanently damage it. Always use hardware that matches its cooling requirements.
I will include suggestions to capture a few photos of the case interior and show air movement directions. Intake and exhaust. Even with fans operating at full speed, there might still be minor airflow issues, possibly due to a restriction or bottleneck, which could lead to overheating. This might require several cycles before a component fails.
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You can share the images on imgur (www.imgur.com).
Also: thermal paste – have you tried refreshing it? If you did, what brand was used and how was it applied?