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Screen turns black immediately after turning on the BIOS despite the GPU being connected.

Screen turns black immediately after turning on the BIOS despite the GPU being connected.

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timotitou
Junior Member
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07-12-2022, 11:50 PM
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I recently installed a new GPU. After booting up, I have full access to the BIOS, can adjust settings and choose a boot device. Once the BIOS section ends, I encounter a black screen. The monitor stays on without losing signal, just appearing all black. When I disconnect the GPU power, internal graphics work normally (though the fan runs loudly). My BIOS is current. I've tested with another cable (HDMI and DP) and removed all SATA connectors from my HDD/SSD. Previously, I had an NVIDIA GPU (1060) and switched to an AMD 5700X. I've tried booting the standard OS or from a USB drive, but still get the same blank screen.
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timotitou
07-12-2022, 11:50 PM #1

I recently installed a new GPU. After booting up, I have full access to the BIOS, can adjust settings and choose a boot device. Once the BIOS section ends, I encounter a black screen. The monitor stays on without losing signal, just appearing all black. When I disconnect the GPU power, internal graphics work normally (though the fan runs loudly). My BIOS is current. I've tested with another cable (HDMI and DP) and removed all SATA connectors from my HDD/SSD. Previously, I had an NVIDIA GPU (1060) and switched to an AMD 5700X. I've tried booting the standard OS or from a USB drive, but still get the same blank screen.

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asdno2
Member
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07-14-2022, 10:36 PM
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Which motherboard is this referring to? Newer GPUs using UEFI might cause issues if your board lacks compatibility. It should function in Windows after the drivers are installed.
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asdno2
07-14-2022, 10:36 PM #2

Which motherboard is this referring to? Newer GPUs using UEFI might cause issues if your board lacks compatibility. It should function in Windows after the drivers are installed.

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thebomb1216
Member
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07-14-2022, 10:54 PM
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The motherboard is labeled M5A78L-M PLUS/USB3. It seems it doesn’t support UEFI, though I’m not certain. > It should begin functioning in Windows after the drivers are installed. I’m running Linux, but even if I tried, I wouldn’t expect to be able to install Windows since I can’t boot from any system.
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thebomb1216
07-14-2022, 10:54 PM #3

The motherboard is labeled M5A78L-M PLUS/USB3. It seems it doesn’t support UEFI, though I’m not certain. > It should begin functioning in Windows after the drivers are installed. I’m running Linux, but even if I tried, I wouldn’t expect to be able to install Windows since I can’t boot from any system.

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Bowler756
Junior Member
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07-15-2022, 03:34 AM
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Mouse functionality isn't available in BIOS settings or keyboard-only configurations. UEFI supports mouse input. When starting from a USB drive, ensure you're using a fresh image or a backup of your current OS. The distribution you're running is unknown. Have you changed the serial number of the TAP? Also, have you tried altering the terminal connection?
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Bowler756
07-15-2022, 03:34 AM #4

Mouse functionality isn't available in BIOS settings or keyboard-only configurations. UEFI supports mouse input. When starting from a USB drive, ensure you're using a fresh image or a backup of your current OS. The distribution you're running is unknown. Have you changed the serial number of the TAP? Also, have you tried altering the terminal connection?

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Zmondy
Senior Member
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07-18-2022, 09:19 AM
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Check if your mouse works in BIOS or just with the keyboard. If you have the mouse, it means you're using UEFI. I can't use the mouse at all. When starting from a USB drive, did you use a fresh installation or a backup of your current OS? Which distribution are you running? Have you changed the serial number? I haven't tested switching taps yet, but I doubt it would help if no taps are accessible.
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Zmondy
07-18-2022, 09:19 AM #5

Check if your mouse works in BIOS or just with the keyboard. If you have the mouse, it means you're using UEFI. I can't use the mouse at all. When starting from a USB drive, did you use a fresh installation or a backup of your current OS? Which distribution are you running? Have you changed the serial number? I haven't tested switching taps yet, but I doubt it would help if no taps are accessible.

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McBurrito
Junior Member
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07-20-2022, 06:32 AM
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If your graphics drivers are set up correctly—especially if you're connected via the GPU in BIOS—you might switch to a tty without DE and can check the issue using a terminal. Would you like to give it a try?
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McBurrito
07-20-2022, 06:32 AM #6

If your graphics drivers are set up correctly—especially if you're connected via the GPU in BIOS—you might switch to a tty without DE and can check the issue using a terminal. Would you like to give it a try?

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milozzy1
Junior Member
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07-20-2022, 07:07 AM
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I’m connected to the GPU and seeing output in BIOS is puzzling. After trying to boot again and using a terminal, it still doesn’t work. Thanks for the advice, though. If you have more suggestions, let me know—I’m really stuck.
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milozzy1
07-20-2022, 07:07 AM #7

I’m connected to the GPU and seeing output in BIOS is puzzling. After trying to boot again and using a terminal, it still doesn’t work. Thanks for the advice, though. If you have more suggestions, let me know—I’m really stuck.

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TheYickoo
Junior Member
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07-21-2022, 04:43 PM
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I would attempt to start Windows from the machine if possible, confirming hardware functionality. Accessing the installation menu would indicate a working system. I’d experiment with different PCI configurations in the BIOS based on the motherboard options. Resetting the BIOS to its default settings might help too. If you manage to reach the Windows installation ISO, it likely points to a Linux-related problem—consider looking for assistance on Linux-specific forums.
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TheYickoo
07-21-2022, 04:43 PM #8

I would attempt to start Windows from the machine if possible, confirming hardware functionality. Accessing the installation menu would indicate a working system. I’d experiment with different PCI configurations in the BIOS based on the motherboard options. Resetting the BIOS to its default settings might help too. If you manage to reach the Windows installation ISO, it likely points to a Linux-related problem—consider looking for assistance on Linux-specific forums.