Question how to restore pc from 2001

[pikachu1298]

hello

i am trying to get a pc that my dad bought in 2001. Every time i turn it on, it gives me a black screen but i can hear everything running. someone help

 

[COLGeek]

What are the specs for this ancient rig (make/model of installed components)? We need to know what you are working with to offer any suggestions.

Is your display connected directly to a GPU (video card) or to a connector attached to the motherboard?