[SOLVED] GeForce 7600 will not POST

Raymundo · 04-19-2008, 01:28 PM

Hi
I have just purshased a GeForce 7600 GS 512MB DDR2 AGP 8x to replace the existing built-in VGA card in my PC which has a ASRock P4S61 Motherboard.
It using Pentium 4 with HyperThreading technology with 1Gig mem
After installing the new AGP card PC will not post, no graphic output, unable to boot to bios, just site there with the fans running.
Power supply looks OK, Bios setting look correct.
ASRock manual give no direction if there needs to be a jumper set on mob.
Have I an incompatability problem or can anyone suggest anything that I may have missed
Thanks

**Deleted090308** · 04-19-2008, 02:03 PM

Hi

Make sure the card is seated correctly - it may take moderate force.
There should be a "click" when the card is in place.

The motherboard should detect the card automatically and disable the onboard graphics.
In BIOS: Set Primary graphics adapter to AGP.

A common mistake is forgetting to move the monitor plug to the card. Done that myself.

Raymundo · 04-19-2008, 02:24 PM

Card is definatly seated and plugged into correct VGA output

**Deleted090308** · 04-19-2008, 02:33 PM

The motherboard manual doesn't mention any jumper or BIOS setting to disable the onboard graphics.
Try the card in another computer to see if it's OK.
Or try another card AGP in your computer.

What power supply (brand/model) do you have?

Raymundo · 04-19-2008, 04:02 PM

Hi again
The power supply is a Macron MPT-300.
I have discounted this, because to eliminate the PSU I disconnected all Loadings on it other than Hard Drive and Motherboard and still it would not boot.
Will try the new AGP card in another PC, but this will be next week, when I have access to another m/c
Thanks for your advise so far.
Best wishes
Ray

**Deleted090308** · 04-19-2008, 04:11 PM

The PSU only has 10A on the +12V rail.
You need 18A to run the card.

Power Supply Information and Selection

Raymundo · 04-20-2008, 05:13 AM

Thanks much appreciated.
Would you recommend this one which I have selected from the Power supply choises, [see url], or would you go up a level to say a 24A type
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817341002

**Deleted090308** · 04-20-2008, 05:30 AM

That's a good PSU - but overkill for your computer.
And it has 4 x 18A on the four +12V rails - much more than 24A.
If you're planning to build a new computer it's a good investment.

Have a look at this quality supply - it's almost half the price ($70) and has two +12V rails with 17A each - more than 30A total on the +12V:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817151040

Raymundo · 04-20-2008, 05:36 AM

Thanks again
Looks good, will order and post again in a few days with the outcome
Best Wishes
Ray

**Deleted090308** · 04-20-2008, 05:42 AM

Before you order it - make sure it will fit the case and the motherboard.
Have a look at the sticker on your PSU - if it says ATX there shouldn't be any problems.
Please post the info you find on the sticker.

Raymundo · 04-20-2008, 06:45 AM

Can't see ATX on it though this is not its first PSU and I am sure the previous one had ATX on it.
Checked the dimensions 14x8.6x15cm which looks good.
Data on current PSU is:-
Input 115v 6A 60Hz
230v 3A 50Hz

Output Red +5 30A
Yellow +12 10A
White -5V 0.5A
Blue -12V 0.8A
Purple 3.3V 14A
Brown +5 VSB 2A
Orange PG
Black GND
Gray PS ON

Thanks again

**Underclocker** · 04-20-2008, 06:49 AM

Yep, it's ATX. I'm cringing at the +12V rail on that PSU...

**Deleted090308** · 04-20-2008, 06:51 AM

There won't be any problems then - normal ATX measures.

http://www.seasonicusa.com/atx.htm

Raymundo · 04-23-2008, 03:43 AM

Hi Again
I have replaced the PSU.
However when I install the AGP card I still have the same problem, PC
will not POST.

PC sits there with Fans running and does not get as far as being able
to get to the Bios.

Removing card and restarting twice [1st time locks up] I am then able
to get to the Bios.

I can then make change like, PCI bus master = Enable and in Resources,
change PCI to AGP.
If I save the changes and restart, Add new AGP card, I still have the
same problem, No POST, and when I move back and look at the Bios, no
Bios changes have taken place.
Could I have a faulty Card?
Unfortunatly I don't have another PC which I can test this in
Any further sugestions would be most appreciated
Thanks

**Deleted090308** · 04-23-2008, 04:07 AM

Sounds a bit strange that BIOS doesn't save the changes.

Is there another AGP card you can borrow to see if the motherboard is OK?

What brand is the 7600GS?

Raymundo · 04-23-2008, 04:54 AM

Hi
The Brand is Nvidia GeForce
No I don't have another AGP, I brought it off eBay so it difficult to just take it back to the supplyer and ask them to test it.
I am reluctant to update the Bios[unless it's recommended], in case it then became unstable or unusable.

**Deleted090308** · 04-23-2008, 05:09 AM

You shouldn't have to update the BIOS.
With brand I mean EVGA, XFX, ASUS etc.
The 7600GS cards doesn't have a connector for extra power, AFAIK - but have a look anyway.

The best way to test would be to borrow an AGP card.

Raymundo · 04-23-2008, 05:26 AM

The only other marking on the Box is FX
I will have to see if I can borrow another make to prove out the Bios or motherboard.
This may take a day or two.
Thaanks
Ray

Raymundo · 04-28-2008, 08:47 AM

Hi
Current update.
AGP card has been tested in another Workstation with a known working AGP port and I get the same responce, NO POST.
The card has to be faulty.
Will now take this issue up with the Ebay supplier.
Thanks for all your support

**Deleted090308** · 04-28-2008, 08:53 AM

Sorry to hear that.
Please keep us updated.

04-19-2008, 01:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	[SOLVED] GeForce 7600 will not POST Hi I have just purshased a GeForce 7600 GS 512MB DDR2 AGP 8x to replace the existing built-in VGA card in my PC which has a ASRock P4S61 Motherboard. It using Pentium 4 with HyperThreading technology with 1Gig mem After installing the new AGP card PC will not post, no graphic output, unable to boot to bios, just site there with the fans running. Power supply looks OK, Bios setting look correct. ASRock manual give no direction if there needs to be a jumper set on mob. Have I an incompatability problem or can anyone suggest anything that I may have missed Thanks Last edited by Raymundo; 04-19-2008 at 01:29 PM. Reason: spelling error

04-19-2008, 02:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
Deleted090308 Not... Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 22,277 OS: Xp	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Hi Make sure the card is seated correctly - it may take moderate force. There should be a "click" when the card is in place. The motherboard should detect the card automatically and disable the onboard graphics. In BIOS: Set Primary graphics adapter to AGP. A common mistake is forgetting to move the monitor plug to the card. Done that myself.

04-19-2008, 02:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Card is definatly seated and plugged into correct VGA output Last edited by Raymundo; 04-19-2008 at 02:25 PM. Reason: spelling

04-19-2008, 02:33 PM	#4 (permalink)
Deleted090308 Not... Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 22,277 OS: Xp	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST The motherboard manual doesn't mention any jumper or BIOS setting to disable the onboard graphics. Try the card in another computer to see if it's OK. Or try another card AGP in your computer. What power supply (brand/model) do you have?

04-19-2008, 04:02 PM	#5 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Hi again The power supply is a Macron MPT-300. I have discounted this, because to eliminate the PSU I disconnected all Loadings on it other than Hard Drive and Motherboard and still it would not boot. Will try the new AGP card in another PC, but this will be next week, when I have access to another m/c Thanks for your advise so far. Best wishes Ray

04-19-2008, 04:11 PM	#6 (permalink)
Deleted090308 Not... Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 22,277 OS: Xp	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST The PSU only has 10A on the +12V rail. You need 18A to run the card. Power Supply Information and Selection

04-20-2008, 05:13 AM	#7 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Thanks much appreciated. Would you recommend this one which I have selected from the Power supply choises, [see url], or would you go up a level to say a 24A type http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817341002

04-20-2008, 05:30 AM	#8 (permalink)
Deleted090308 Not... Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 22,277 OS: Xp	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST That's a good PSU - but overkill for your computer. And it has 4 x 18A on the four +12V rails - much more than 24A. If you're planning to build a new computer it's a good investment. Have a look at this quality supply - it's almost half the price ($70) and has two +12V rails with 17A each - more than 30A total on the +12V: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817151040

04-20-2008, 05:36 AM	#9 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Thanks again Looks good, will order and post again in a few days with the outcome Best Wishes Ray

04-20-2008, 05:42 AM	#10 (permalink)
Deleted090308 Not... Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 22,277 OS: Xp	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Before you order it - make sure it will fit the case and the motherboard. Have a look at the sticker on your PSU - if it says ATX there shouldn't be any problems. Please post the info you find on the sticker.

04-20-2008, 06:45 AM	#11 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Can't see ATX on it though this is not its first PSU and I am sure the previous one had ATX on it. Checked the dimensions 14x8.6x15cm which looks good. Data on current PSU is:- Input 115v 6A 60Hz 230v 3A 50Hz Output Red +5 30A Yellow +12 10A White -5V 0.5A Blue -12V 0.8A Purple 3.3V 14A Brown +5 VSB 2A Orange PG Black GND Gray PS ON Thanks again

04-20-2008, 06:49 AM	#12 (permalink)
Underclocker Just passing by. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 824 OS: XP Pro SP3 x86 My System	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Yep, it's ATX. I'm cringing at the +12V rail on that PSU...

04-20-2008, 06:51 AM	#13 (permalink)
Deleted090308 Not... Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 22,277 OS: Xp	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST There won't be any problems then - normal ATX measures. http://www.seasonicusa.com/atx.htm

04-23-2008, 03:43 AM	#14 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Hi Again I have replaced the PSU. However when I install the AGP card I still have the same problem, PC will not POST. PC sits there with Fans running and does not get as far as being able to get to the Bios. Removing card and restarting twice [1st time locks up] I am then able to get to the Bios. I can then make change like, PCI bus master = Enable and in Resources, change PCI to AGP. If I save the changes and restart, Add new AGP card, I still have the same problem, No POST, and when I move back and look at the Bios, no Bios changes have taken place. Could I have a faulty Card? Unfortunatly I don't have another PC which I can test this in Any further sugestions would be most appreciated Thanks

04-23-2008, 04:07 AM	#15 (permalink)
Deleted090308 Not... Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 22,277 OS: Xp	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Sounds a bit strange that BIOS doesn't save the changes. Is there another AGP card you can borrow to see if the motherboard is OK? What brand is the 7600GS?

04-23-2008, 04:54 AM	#16 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Hi The Brand is Nvidia GeForce No I don't have another AGP, I brought it off eBay so it difficult to just take it back to the supplyer and ask them to test it. I am reluctant to update the Bios[unless it's recommended], in case it then became unstable or unusable.

04-23-2008, 05:09 AM	#17 (permalink)
Deleted090308 Not... Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 22,277 OS: Xp	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST You shouldn't have to update the BIOS. With brand I mean EVGA, XFX, ASUS etc. The 7600GS cards doesn't have a connector for extra power, AFAIK - but have a look anyway. The best way to test would be to borrow an AGP card.

04-23-2008, 05:26 AM	#18 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST The only other marking on the Box is FX I will have to see if I can borrow another make to prove out the Bios or motherboard. This may take a day or two. Thaanks Ray

04-28-2008, 08:47 AM	#19 (permalink)
Raymundo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 13 OS: XP	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Hi Current update. AGP card has been tested in another Workstation with a known working AGP port and I get the same responce, NO POST. The card has to be faulty. Will now take this issue up with the Ebay supplier. Thanks for all your support

04-28-2008, 08:53 AM	#20 (permalink)
Deleted090308 Not... Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 22,277 OS: Xp	Re: GeForce 7600 will not POST Sorry to hear that. Please keep us updated.