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Using an older GPU in a new setup—can't reach the BIOS settings.

Using an older GPU in a new setup—can't reach the BIOS settings.

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djninja444
Member
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08-27-2021, 06:18 PM
#1
I'm currently building out a new PC, but I haven't upgraded my GPU yet as I wait for the 50 series super cards to come out (both to see their performance and potentially lower standard 50 series prices). The new equipment: Ryzen 5 9600X Asus Tuf Gaming B650EM-E Wifi 32GB KLEVV DDR5 RAM The old GPU: Gigabyte GTX 970 Wind force I can get to the BIOS with all the components connected but NOT with the monitor connected to the GPU (only motherboard). I've got the lasted BIOS on a flash drive and can load that using the BIOS Flash thing. I assume it is a comparability with the old GPU that is the issue but I can't figure out what settings are doing it. When I turn in CSM the LED indicators completely turn off (but the system still has power and fans still running). The GPU was moved out of my old rig and into this one only moments before and still works fine. Any ideas on what BIOS settings are causing the issues here or if there is something else going on?
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djninja444
08-27-2021, 06:18 PM #1

I'm currently building out a new PC, but I haven't upgraded my GPU yet as I wait for the 50 series super cards to come out (both to see their performance and potentially lower standard 50 series prices). The new equipment: Ryzen 5 9600X Asus Tuf Gaming B650EM-E Wifi 32GB KLEVV DDR5 RAM The old GPU: Gigabyte GTX 970 Wind force I can get to the BIOS with all the components connected but NOT with the monitor connected to the GPU (only motherboard). I've got the lasted BIOS on a flash drive and can load that using the BIOS Flash thing. I assume it is a comparability with the old GPU that is the issue but I can't figure out what settings are doing it. When I turn in CSM the LED indicators completely turn off (but the system still has power and fans still running). The GPU was moved out of my old rig and into this one only moments before and still works fine. Any ideas on what BIOS settings are causing the issues here or if there is something else going on?

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DiamndQueen
Member
210
08-27-2021, 07:52 PM
#2
Your BIOS might be configured for Auto/Enable Integrated Graphics or Onboard PCIe. Check the BIOS settings to confirm. If it's set to Auto, it should work fine with the 970 output. If Enable is selected, it likely only routes through the motherboard, though I'm not certain. ASUS may have a specific setting they refer to as "weird." For enabling or disabling ASUS Integrated Graphics, you can refer to Tech News Today. There seems to be no compatibility with the 970 in modern systems.
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DiamndQueen
08-27-2021, 07:52 PM #2

Your BIOS might be configured for Auto/Enable Integrated Graphics or Onboard PCIe. Check the BIOS settings to confirm. If it's set to Auto, it should work fine with the 970 output. If Enable is selected, it likely only routes through the motherboard, though I'm not certain. ASUS may have a specific setting they refer to as "weird." For enabling or disabling ASUS Integrated Graphics, you can refer to Tech News Today. There seems to be no compatibility with the 970 in modern systems.

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peyesta
Member
212
08-28-2021, 07:46 AM
#3
Usually avoid CSM during a fresh installation, opt for Windows with GPT instead of MBR. In fact, it also clashes with Secure Boot, which you should turn on for Windows 11. The GTX 970 is expected to handle UEFI, making CSM redundant.
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peyesta
08-28-2021, 07:46 AM #3

Usually avoid CSM during a fresh installation, opt for Windows with GPT instead of MBR. In fact, it also clashes with Secure Boot, which you should turn on for Windows 11. The GTX 970 is expected to handle UEFI, making CSM redundant.

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DAVEBUSCUS101
Junior Member
17
09-01-2021, 05:18 PM
#4
After enabling PCI graphics in the BIOS, consider lowering the PCI-e bus speed. Ideally a Gen 5 interface should work backward to Gen 1, but in reality the GTX 970 is a Gen 3 card and might struggle with a Gen 5 connection. Even if you can't reduce it to Gen 3, choosing Gen 4 will make a big difference. Good luck!
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DAVEBUSCUS101
09-01-2021, 05:18 PM #4

After enabling PCI graphics in the BIOS, consider lowering the PCI-e bus speed. Ideally a Gen 5 interface should work backward to Gen 1, but in reality the GTX 970 is a Gen 3 card and might struggle with a Gen 5 connection. Even if you can't reduce it to Gen 3, choosing Gen 4 will make a big difference. Good luck!

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ThaBear
Member
224
09-01-2021, 06:04 PM
#5
Consider turning off ReBar or its related features. (Also known as above 4G decoding, smart access memory, resizable BAR, etc.)
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ThaBear
09-01-2021, 06:04 PM #5

Consider turning off ReBar or its related features. (Also known as above 4G decoding, smart access memory, resizable BAR, etc.)

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DARMAEDDIE
Junior Member
24
09-04-2021, 05:47 AM
#6
Thanks for the feedback! It seems the problem was with my monitor setup, not the hardware itself. The mismatch between my 1440p display and GPU caused compatibility issues, but working with a 1080p monitor resolved it. Currently, my SSD remains formatted as MBR instead of GPT, which blocks upgrading to Windows 11. I’m considering replacing it with an NVMe drive and performing a clean install, which could speed things up. Moving the old HDD to an SSD might also help, though it would require some setup.
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DARMAEDDIE
09-04-2021, 05:47 AM #6

Thanks for the feedback! It seems the problem was with my monitor setup, not the hardware itself. The mismatch between my 1440p display and GPU caused compatibility issues, but working with a 1080p monitor resolved it. Currently, my SSD remains formatted as MBR instead of GPT, which blocks upgrading to Windows 11. I’m considering replacing it with an NVMe drive and performing a clean install, which could speed things up. Moving the old HDD to an SSD might also help, though it would require some setup.