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Quick Fixes
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Problem:
At boot-up, all you hear is a series of beeps from the computer but see no screen at all.
Cause:
The beep sounds are a warning sound from the motherboard BIOS that says that it cannot initial-
ize the video card. This can mean one of three things:
1) The card is not seated correctly.
2) There is a problem with the motherboard’s video card slot.
3) There is a problem with the video card.
Solution:
Remove the card from the computer and reinsert it, making sure that the card is seated prop-
erly in the slot. Then try to boot the computer again. If this does not work then the problem is either with
the motherboard or the video card and you should contact your hardware manufacturer for further assis-
tance.
Problem:
On systems with an integrated graphics chip, you get error messages and conflicts after you
install your new video card.
Cause:
Many systems with an integrated graphics chip need to have these adapters disabled before you
can correctly use an add-in graphics adapter. If they are not properly disabled, they will cause conflicts
with the adapter that you are trying to install.
Solution:
Disable any built-in graphics adapters through the Windows Device Manager prior to installing
your new graphics card. For additional information relating to this issue, please consult your motherboard
or system manual, or contact your system vendor or motherboard manufacturer to get detailed information
on how to accomplish this for your particular system.
