My desktop PC has poo poo'd itself. When I start it up, it looks like it is in SAFE MODE, the picture looks about 4MB. Sometimes when I start it up it is fine, however when the monitor turns off to standby after the screen saver times out, nothing I do will turn the screen back on. My only option is to reset the computer via reset button.
Has my graphics card crapped itself or am I looking at a motherboard problem?
I am not in the position to buy a new computer atm (as much as I would love too).
I have formatted the HD and reinstalled XP and also tried Vista and they both have the same problem.
Any ideas would be helpful as I am not all familiar with hardware problems.
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hey mate
definitely sounds like a GFX problem... Is it an onboard one? Do you know anyone who has a GFX card u could borrow to confirm the diagnosis?
I wouldnt go replacing the mobo without testing the GFX card first.
I was going to suggest a system restore but looks like u have tried that already... maybe see if u can get updated drivers for the existing one aswell?
give the above a shot and let us know how you go
good luck
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What have you got your power setting set to? I used to have the same issue with my monitor not turning back on but after I changed my power settings i've never had the issue again.
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If you feel confident enough , Have a look inside your computer , If it has a plug in gfx card inside the case , Remove it and inspect it for dust build up.
Clean it and re-fit the card and reboot the system.
If all else fails you could pick up a very cheap gfx card for about 15-20 bux from ebay for testing purposes.
I haven't found any updates for the driver, but I have never had a problem with it before. I think it might just have served its time.Originally Posted by hazrd
hey mate
definitely sounds like a GFX problem... Is it an onboard one? Do you know anyone who has a GFX card u could borrow to confirm the diagnosis?
I wouldnt go replacing the mobo without testing the GFX card first.
I was going to suggest a system restore but looks like u have tried that already... maybe see if u can get updated drivers for the existing one aswell?
give the above a shot and let us know how you go
good luck
I have no idea what my power settings are, but I have never had this issue until I formatted the HD. I will google how to and see if this is the fix I'm after.
I have already cleaned out all the dust and build up within the case. I haven't detached the card yet, I will have a look and see if it's too complicated or if I am able to do it.
Thanks for the feedback guys, I will let you know the progress.
Dont worry, i was cursing at my pc for weeks before I remembered about power settings, lol
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+1 defo GFX card...
If it's onbaord you can still fit a PCI/AGP card in its place, or simplr replace the existing...
New cards are only arounf $50 these days for over 256mb video..
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Thanks for the help ppl.
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