Graphics down (?)
Graphics down (?)
Updated with details
Assumed onboard graphics were present; actual specs differ.
PC original build, 2015 model.
Specs:
Operating System: Windows 7 Pro, 64 bit
Processor: Intel i7 (XPS 8700)
Memory: DDR3 RAM, 2 DIMMs, 8GB total
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GT 635, 1GB DDR3
Storage: HD, SATA, 1GB, 6GB/s speed, unknown manufacturer (not included in specifications)
Internal DVD drive, 16X DVD R/W
Audio: Integrated 7.1 WAVE MAXXX audio4
Sound Card: Built-in
Network: Dell Wireless 802.11b/g/n (disabled after updates)
Connectors: VGA monitor, USB keyboard & mouse
Peripherals: Brother P-Touch 2700 label maker (removed)
Power Indicator: Monitor lights green during startup, indicating power supply activation
Spin-up sound: Hard drive noise audible upon boot
After a short delay, light turns amber and the warning appears:
"No Signal Input, Check Video Cable"
I’ll search for another VGA cable, though I’ve never encountered a faulty one before.
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If you're okay with it, turn off the system, take out the separate card, and connect it straight to the motherboard video output to check if it works. (I think you're trying to remove the graphics card connector.)
When you do this, you might need to reset the CMOS. I don't remember exactly, but some older chipsets had an option in BIOS for discrete or built-in graphics and didn't auto-detect. It's been a while.
Additional notes to consider here. Verify if XPS is compatible with any other card besides the ones included. I had an older model with the i7 2600, and its BIOS was set only for three specific graphics cards provided by Dell, not others. It was quite disappointing.
The message confirms both the PC starts up correctly and the video feed from boot to monitor functions properly, with the Dell logo appearing and indicating the monitor powers off. This verification is typically triggered when the video connection isn't properly connected, such as missing the power plug for the 6 or 8 pin card. It's unlikely the GT 635 requires a separate connection since it draws power directly from the PCI-E interface. At least when the system is powered down and unplugged, you can try reseating the GPU. I also support punkncat’s suggestion to remove the motherboard video cover and use the standard port.