[SOLVED] Issue with GTX 1650 Super

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So I've just bought a GTX 1650 Super, which replaced my old R7 360 AMD GPU.

Did the whole DDU uninstall, then clean install of the GPU.

Everything seemed fine, I use D-DVI adapter to VGA and then VGA to monitor because for some reason my monitor never picked up HDMI signal.

Thing is, whenever I try to launch a game, screen goes black/no-signal. Game still running with sound effects and everything but screen won't pop up until I close the game or reset the system. I have no clue whats going on.

Specs:
MB: H81M-E33
CPU: i5-4460 4 Cores
RAM: 16GB (2 x 8GB)
PSU: Sentey 600w STY60-PS
OS: Win64
Monitor: SC23 350h
 
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After a LOT of testing and changing hardware and software components, I finally figured out it was the Monitor, so I had it replaced and now the GPU runs very well.
Yes, I have my preivous GPU a R7 360 and It works fine with VGA cables. HDMI not so sure, will try again.




Yes, I know theres a source switch button, but HDMI never worked. It's mostly not recognized by my monitor even with different GPU's, but everything on VGA worked perfectly.

I'm inclined to think this is a faulty GPU. Is there a way to test this?
What resolution are you using right now for desktop and games?
 
What resolution are you using right now for desktop and games?

Native 1920x1080. But even when I try lower resolutions with mediocre graphics, I still get no signal. Although I keep hearing background noises and interactions, I mean the gaming IS RUNNING. I can't see it running that is.

What are your temps?
GPU is not overheating as far as I can tell, and cores all 40ºC, although I do see 100% usage on them.

If you have friends that have PC or anyone you know that has gaming pc. You can bring your card and ask them nicely to test the card. If that does not work. Bring Arnold Schwarzenegger with you.

I'll try this I think.
 
Try lowering the resolution to 720p or 768p in the config files or setup menu before entering the games.

Already try, but no matter what, whatever the resolution is, it still goes no-signal.

I wil mail the GPU to a friend and he will test it so we can rule out what is faulty, if my system or the GPU.
 
After a LOT of testing and changing hardware and software components, I finally figured out it was the Monitor, so I had it replaced and now the GPU runs very well.
 
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