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I replaced my GPU yet still can’t see the screen.

I replaced my GPU yet still can’t see the screen.

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WhoYaGunnaCall
Junior Member
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03-19-2021, 09:44 AM
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Hello, I recently purchased a new GPU and connected it to my PC. I previously gave away an RX 2060, which worked fine, but now using an RX 3060 causes the display to appear blank. I have a Ryzen 5 3600 that likely lacks built-in graphics, so I can’t replace its drivers or anything similar. I’ve tried draining the motherboard battery by removing it while keeping power on for a short time, but it didn’t help. I’m unsure what to do next and need some guidance.
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WhoYaGunnaCall
03-19-2021, 09:44 AM #1

Hello, I recently purchased a new GPU and connected it to my PC. I previously gave away an RX 2060, which worked fine, but now using an RX 3060 causes the display to appear blank. I have a Ryzen 5 3600 that likely lacks built-in graphics, so I can’t replace its drivers or anything similar. I’ve tried draining the motherboard battery by removing it while keeping power on for a short time, but it didn’t help. I’m unsure what to do next and need some guidance.

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Nickolas_Z
Member
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03-21-2021, 01:09 PM
#2
Have you attempted reinstalling the new graphics card and using a different PCIe power cord from your power supply? A GPU going dark is common. You might also consider sending it back for repair or replacement.
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Nickolas_Z
03-21-2021, 01:09 PM #2

Have you attempted reinstalling the new graphics card and using a different PCIe power cord from your power supply? A GPU going dark is common. You might also consider sending it back for repair or replacement.

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livtheviking
Posting Freak
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03-21-2021, 04:32 PM
#3
I haven't tested that yet, should I attempt a different PCIe port then, or would it be better to replace it?
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livtheviking
03-21-2021, 04:32 PM #3

I haven't tested that yet, should I attempt a different PCIe port then, or would it be better to replace it?

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CaporalUlfy
Member
158
03-21-2021, 05:36 PM
#4
This might be an alternative approach. I’d focus on adjusting one element at a time rather than applying several changes simultaneously. Usually, placing the GPU in the first x16 slot works best. The remaining connections are typically split for NVME.
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CaporalUlfy
03-21-2021, 05:36 PM #4

This might be an alternative approach. I’d focus on adjusting one element at a time rather than applying several changes simultaneously. Usually, placing the GPU in the first x16 slot works best. The remaining connections are typically split for NVME.

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AeliusArc
Junior Member
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03-21-2021, 06:43 PM
#5
Sure, I've got it in the first position and haven't explored the rest yet.
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AeliusArc
03-21-2021, 06:43 PM #5

Sure, I've got it in the first position and haven't explored the rest yet.

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xXHooplahXx
Junior Member
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04-05-2021, 03:37 AM
#6
Did you refresh the BIOS prior to taking out the previous CPU? It might be that the board predates the 3600 and doesn’t know how to handle it. Is there a BIOS flashback option? If not, you could face issues since the replacement had to happen before discarding the old one.
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xXHooplahXx
04-05-2021, 03:37 AM #6

Did you refresh the BIOS prior to taking out the previous CPU? It might be that the board predates the 3600 and doesn’t know how to handle it. Is there a BIOS flashback option? If not, you could face issues since the replacement had to happen before discarding the old one.

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gavin_shaka
Senior Member
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04-05-2021, 06:46 AM
#7
The system includes a flashback feature, but I wasn’t aware of the update process. I’m unsure about activating it—do I just press the button or is there more to it?
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gavin_shaka
04-05-2021, 06:46 AM #7

The system includes a flashback feature, but I wasn’t aware of the update process. I’m unsure about activating it—do I just press the button or is there more to it?

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swagwolf32
Member
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04-11-2021, 07:20 AM
#8
He likely swapped CPU and GPU. You don’t have to refresh your BIOS when swapping graphics cards. Upgrading the CPU isn’t necessary in this situation. Have you made any headway? What attempts have you made so far?
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swagwolf32
04-11-2021, 07:20 AM #8

He likely swapped CPU and GPU. You don’t have to refresh your BIOS when swapping graphics cards. Upgrading the CPU isn’t necessary in this situation. Have you made any headway? What attempts have you made so far?

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MitexBRTTrx
Junior Member
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04-11-2021, 07:49 AM
#9
I attempted to switch the PCIE slot, but it didn’t help. I considered replacing the M.2 solid disk where the operating system resides and reinstalling it on a new one, hoping that would avoid driver conflicts with the GPU. I’m still unsure if this approach is effective.
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MitexBRTTrx
04-11-2021, 07:49 AM #9

I attempted to switch the PCIE slot, but it didn’t help. I considered replacing the M.2 solid disk where the operating system resides and reinstalling it on a new one, hoping that would avoid driver conflicts with the GPU. I’m still unsure if this approach is effective.