Question Good or bad? Complete or incomplete?

[CravinAttention]

I recently scored a custom pc (at least I think it’s a custom built PC)at my local flea market. Before I go on any further, I have to tell you that I am a complete noob when it comes to the PC world. I’ve only worked with a Mac in the past and unfortunately that does mean no good. I’ve uploaded some pics of the unit and a bag of cords wires that was given to me with the computer. I don’t even know if the computer is complete or if there is missing parts and I do not know if the quality of this computer is good or bad it most certainly looks like a high-end computer, but I know that in the computer world things can get outdated quickly. So with that being said, I’m asking for some help on any info and knowledge of what I have purchased and any troubleshooting guidance that can help me get this thing up and running. My 13-year-old son is a huge gamer playing xbox and he has always wanted a PC. His birthday is coming up and I’d love to get this thing complete and working for his upcoming birthday. Thanks you for your time and letting me join this forum.

https://imgur.com/a/Dpw4IlZ

View: https://imgur.com/a/Dpw4IlZ

 

[COLGeek]

What are the specs for the system, if you know (make/model of ALL installed components)?

Do you know why the GPU has no power running to it?

How much did you pay for this?

The Molex connector on the motherboard suggests it is rather old.

This appears to be the motherboard: https://www.asus.com/us/supportonly/crosshair_v_formulaz/helpdesk_knowledge/

Ancient.

 

[CravinAttention]

I have no clue of the specs. No idea what gpu and why it’s not connected. The molex connected? No clue. I paid $800 for this unit

 

[CravinAttention]

Love the name change also. That was slick and thoughtful of you.

 

[COLGeek]

I have no clue of the specs. No idea what gpu and why it’s not connected. The molex connected? No clue. I paid $800 for this unit

You paid way too much for this. You could have built a modern, much more capable system than this one for the same money.

Lets start by figuring out what the make/model of the power supply is. Look at the label on the side of the PSU itself. The needed info will be there.

Also, can you tell if liquid is actually in the cooling system?

 

[CravinAttention]

no liquid in cooling system. Supernova 00G2 1300 gold power supply

 

[COLGeek]

DO NOT POWER ON!!! This system will cook itself in a minute.

Is there any way to return this and get your money back?

 

[CravinAttention]

I understand. I wasn’t gonna do that until I added distilled water and made sure I installed everything correctly. No refunds. It’s ok

 

[COLGeek]

This motherboard came out in the early 2010s and was a poor performer then. It will perform very poorly with any modern games.

The PSU is way overkill for the rest of the system.

Your need to start by connecting the PCIe power cables to the GPU and PSU. Google your PSU make/model to locate the manual for it. Then identify the proper cables from the pile and attach accordingly.

You'll also need to trace the wad of wires/cables to determine if the pump is connected to power.

 

[CravinAttention]

I looked up power supply. Seems to be a decent one. Price $499 amazon

 

[COLGeek]

I looked up power supply. Seems to be a decent one. Price $499 amazon

It makes zero sense to use a PSU like that in this system. It will work, assuming it is in good working order, but way more than needed.

 

[CravinAttention]

Ok, so my son will be playing modern games. So is there anything good at all about this setup. I have money so I can replace what needs to replace. Thank you for your replies

 

[CravinAttention]

What about the video card? Is that decent?

 

[drivinfast247]

System is only worth it's weight in scrap. It's unfortunate.

 

[CravinAttention]

What about the video card? Is that decent?

Radeon 7990 it says

 

[CravinAttention]

System is only worth it's weight in scrap. It's unfortunate.

 

[CravinAttention]

What? I looked power supply. Seems to be a decent one. What about the cooling system? Can I change anything or replace anything to make this decent?

 

[COLGeek]

System is only worth it's weight in scrap. It's unfortunate.

Sadly, this is true.

Basically, the guts of this system need to be replaced to play modern games (CPU, motherboard, cooling system, memory, and video card). The case and PSU may be okay.

Do you know if the system has Solid State Drives (SSD) or spinning hard drives (HDD)?

 

[drivinfast247]

The PSU is a model from 2013. Probably not worth the risk.

 

[COLGeek]

Not to rub salt in your wounds, but this system isn't worth $80. You paid, at least, one too many zeroes.

 

[drivinfast247]

The case, coolant pump and radiators MIGHT be salvageable. Would have to check the internals for corrosion.

 

[COLGeek]

The case, coolant pump and radiators MIGHT be salvageable. Would have to check the internals for corrosion.

Good points, but would likely need to be completely re-plumbed to work on another system. You would definitely need different mounting brackets and piping.

There is not a lot of good news here.

 

[CravinAttention]

Geez…. This is trash. Can’t believe it.

 

[COLGeek]

I'm sure the "bling" caught your attention.

So, what is your budget to build something usable?

 

[CravinAttention]

Sadly, this is true.

Basically, the guts of this system need to be replaced to play modern games (CPU, motherboard, cooling system, memory, and video card). The case and PSU may be okay.

Do you know if the system has Solid State Drives (SSD) or spinning hard drives (HDD)?

Hdd a 4tb and 2tb