- Jun 23, 2013
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Hello everyone. I have run into an issue with a computer I just built, where the display is not giving any response when trying to boot.
The monitor (tested and working) just displays "No Video Input."
Here is the build:
New Parts List
The power supply I am using is an old one from a previous computer, a WIN-400PS (Max 400W, using a 20+4 pin connector and a 4 pin 12V connector).
So all the cables have been checked and double checked. Upon clicking the power button, the fans start whirring and running but no image appears on the monitor.
I try to isolate the problem by removing some components and seeing if they are faulty. Removing the hard drive, video card, RAM etc. provides no luck.
Here are some areas that may be of concern:
1. The PSU I'm using has a 4 pin 12V connector, whereas the Mobo requires an 8 pin connection. Can this cause problems with starting up the computer?
Also, with the PSU, will it be able to support the Mobo with only 400W?
2. The processor uses an AM3+ socket. The Mobo supports this and is compatible but I noticed on the gigabyte website that "..To enable AM3+ AMD FX-Series CPU support, please update your motherboard with the most current BIOS found in your motherboard’s download section..."
Does this require me to first update the bios or it won't start?
And if that is the case, should I use a different processor just to update the bios first?
I feel that the computer should at least load into bios despite a slightly newer processor.
Thanks for taking the time to read this and hopefully I can get some assistance.
Cheers
The monitor (tested and working) just displays "No Video Input."
Here is the build:
New Parts List
The power supply I am using is an old one from a previous computer, a WIN-400PS (Max 400W, using a 20+4 pin connector and a 4 pin 12V connector).
So all the cables have been checked and double checked. Upon clicking the power button, the fans start whirring and running but no image appears on the monitor.
I try to isolate the problem by removing some components and seeing if they are faulty. Removing the hard drive, video card, RAM etc. provides no luck.
Here are some areas that may be of concern:
1. The PSU I'm using has a 4 pin 12V connector, whereas the Mobo requires an 8 pin connection. Can this cause problems with starting up the computer?
Also, with the PSU, will it be able to support the Mobo with only 400W?
2. The processor uses an AM3+ socket. The Mobo supports this and is compatible but I noticed on the gigabyte website that "..To enable AM3+ AMD FX-Series CPU support, please update your motherboard with the most current BIOS found in your motherboard’s download section..."
Does this require me to first update the bios or it won't start?
And if that is the case, should I use a different processor just to update the bios first?
I feel that the computer should at least load into bios despite a slightly newer processor.
Thanks for taking the time to read this and hopefully I can get some assistance.
Cheers
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