Pc not functioning following GPU driver update
Pc not functioning following GPU driver update
Hi, I’ve got an MSI Ventus 3x RXT 3060 with 12GB RAM that stopped functioning just two days ago. I don’t play much on my PC, so when I tried to launch a game it prompted me to update the GPU driver, which I did. I’m not sure if the download was correct, but after installing the update the screen began flashing, and the GPU fans sped up completely before I powered off the machine.
The next day I opened my PC, but it wouldn’t turn on at all. I checked everything—first I thought about the RAM, but even after replacing it (which worked), the PC still wouldn’t boot. The GPU seemed to be the main issue. I tested with an older PC as a backup; there, only the GPU was failing. My motherboard, CPU, RAM, PCIe slot, and spare GPU all functioned properly, but my RX 3060 wasn’t working either.
When connecting the GPU to power, the fans spun very slowly, and the LED lights didn’t light up. Before anything moved, the whole PC remained still. I’ve reinstalled Windows on a clean SSD, attempted CMOS clearing, flashing BIOS, and even opened the RX 3060 for inspection. The thermal paste looked fine, the pins seemed intact, and the internal parts appeared undamaged. Still, I’m puzzled as to why my GPU wouldn’t work. Since I don’t have integrated graphics, I’m now using an older GPU.
Here are my current specs:
- Ryzen 7 5700X
- MSI B550m Pro vDH0 non-WiFi
- 32GB Vulcan DDR4 RAM
- Corsair RM650 80+Gold
- RX 550 2GB (old GPU that works)
- Old PC:
- Ryzen 3 2300X
- ASUS Prime A320M-K motherboard
- 8GB DDR4 HyperX Fury RAM
I bought the graphics card around November from eBay, so I’m either fixing it myself or taking it to a repair shop. I’m curious—what’s going on and what should I do? I’ve attached photos of the GPU and my PC setup for reference.
Thank you.
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Corsair rm650 80+gold
What is the age of the PSU in your setup? Attempt to find or obtain a well-built PSU with at least 750 watts and see if that helps.
Alternatively, you might relocate the RTX3060 to a system with a PSU that has more power than required, to eliminate the GPU as the problem source.
Hi, the power supply is less than a year old. I only considered it because of its age and the fact that the PC was built around Christmas.
It might be possible that a component failed inside the GPU, making third-party repair the only viable choice. If the core is completely lost, the entire GPU could be unusable. For those seeking service, Northridge Fix stands out among repair shops. Their website is https://northridgefix.com. Although based in the USA, they offer international shipping and can handle repairs globally (for customers outside the United States). Alex, the founder and owner, frequently shares electronics repair tutorials on his YouTube channel, which I find both engaging and educational. You can watch them here: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthridgeFix/videos. For example, they have a video on fixing an RTX 3090 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IppuivZr6Mw). They also provide a wide range of electronic repair supplies such as soldering stations, microscopes, flux, capacitors, MOSFETs, connectors, and more.