Purchased a computer from a yard sale and need help getting it running
Purchased a computer from a yard sale and need help getting it running
So my mom purchased this computer from a garage sale for just a dollar. It doesn’t seem important to me, but I want to get it working so my brother can explore PC gaming. I turned it on and everything started spinning—mouse, keyboard, fans—but it’s not sending any signal. The specs say it has built-in graphics, so I connected an HDMI cable directly to the motherboard because the card uses DVI ports. I don’t have that cable right now. If you need more help, just let me know! I left the details below and would really appreciate any guidance.
Specs:
- CPU: Intel i5-650 3.2GHz
- GPU: EVGA GT710
- Motherboard: P7H55-M _DP (product number if you need)
- RAM: 4x2GB DDR3 m378b5673eh1-ch9
- PSU: 400W Delta Electronics (product available)
Thanks for your support!
You'll have to connect the monitor to the graphics card for visuals, or take it out to use the built-in GPU.
When a dedicated GPU is connected, the integrated graphics are turned off. Disconnect the GT 710, reinstall the motherboard BIOS settings, and attempt the process once more.
Consider repositioning the RAM and clearing the CMOS. A new CMOS battery would also help, as most are CR2032s and simple to obtain. The workstation being updated had been sitting for a while and seemed a bit problematic. There appear to be signs of an Asus motherboard there—perhaps you were lucky and it’s been customized, which could add value. Edited July 5, 2022 by An0maly_76 Updated, more details
I'll give it a shot and check it out. Apologies, I've never used Intel before and I haven't had integrated graphics with AMD CPUs before.
You’re trying to diagnose a reset issue after removing the GT 710. The system powers on with lights but no display and no fans spinning. You’re looking for low-cost fixes first, then considering a $60 motherboard replacement if needed. You want to explore BIOS settings without a hard drive.
When using the GPU, connect the cable to its output port on the GPU. Since the processor has built-in graphics, you may want to remove the GPU, attach the cable to the motherboard’s output, and test functionality. This suggests the GPU might be faulty.
Take a CR2032 and replace the CMOS battery on the motherboard. The computer might have been idle for a while and could be dead. It should start up, but problems may arise later. Make sure every power connector is securely connected.