This might indicate a defective GPU.
This might indicate a defective GPU.
I constructed my latest PC around three weeks ago and have faced this problem ever since. I attempt to play games such as GoW, Cyberpunk, Forza5 and Apex. It either fails to load into the game or I’m already loaded within it, then crashes when trying to start a game and displays the error message you shared. I’ve tested countless solutions—over a million attempts—but nothing has fixed this issue. My system runs Windows 11 Pro 64-bit with a 12,600k core CPU, an Asus ROG STRIX Z690-A, and various gaming components including a Patriot Viper Steel 16GB DDR4 RAM, an MSI RTX 3060 Ventus 3x, and storage solutions. I’ve re-seated everything, reinstalled games and drivers (including ddu and BIOS), checked temperatures, and even reinstalled the OS twice. I’ve searched extensively online but haven’t found a resolution. Everything else on the machine works fine—browsing, Minecraft with shaders, music playback. Please share your thoughts or any advice you might have.
It's essentially the same as flipping the memOK switch on the motherboard. Searching online for "gpu bios toggle switch" should help. However, this might not solve your problem. I recommend testing the graphics card in another PC or using a similar one in yours. Only way to confirm if you need to return it for warranty is by checking if you've already updated your OS with a fresh installation.
Typically it involves a small slide switch. There are two BIOS chips and the switch changes between them. You could update the BIOS, flip the switch, and still run with an older version if needed. It’s often used for overclocking. It can also be applied to motherboards, though this is now rare. I was surprised to see one on my GPU, particularly because it isn’t a high-end overclocking board. Edited January 17, 2023 by Bombastinator