Myth of Echelon Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAGXARgv_kE May still be processing.. But when it's done, you'll see my dilemma... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 Hi Myth, Watched your video and can't seem to see the problem, could you please write what the problem is? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myth of Echelon Posted January 9, 2011 Author Share Posted January 9, 2011 Well. The ports on the graphics card are facing the wrong way (not out of the back of the PC) when slotted in correctly to the PCI-E slot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 Which way are they facing? Is this a new case? I don't really understand how they're facing the wrong way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaunno Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 The white slots that you are trying to put that graphics card in are PCI-it would never fit (notice how there are far too many pins), as far as I can see the black slot (above the white slots) is the PCI-e slot or maybe its just an AGP cos that board looks old, I dno you would have to do another video with the camera hovering above the mobo so I can get a clear look. Anyway the ports arnt the wrong way round your just holding it the wrong way round turn the card so the ports are on the outside and the locking pin faces the front of your computer. Eaxmple: However your card will only fit in if that black slot is a PCI-e if not then you gotta buy a new mobo or send the card back. Actually just looked at the video again and yes that black slot is a PCI-e put the card into there, remove the metal backplate on your case then slot it in (the right way) use the picture to help. http://img705.imageshack.us/img705/7696/89203283.jpg[/img] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaunno Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Im just going to post a new 'thought' here: not to be rude but your lack of knowledge on how to install a graphics card is worrying, I just hope you have these two 6 pin power connections (see image below) or the card wont even power up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myth of Echelon Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 Oh, I didn't notice a black slot.. I shall try that And yeah, I know. I've never installed anything to motherboard of my own computer. And I have an awkward motherboard, apparently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myth of Echelon Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 Just had a look now. From normal viewing angle the PCI-E is blokes by wires, hence why I didn't notice it. The metal frame for the ports blocks the card from being inserted correctly, so I guess I'm just gonna have to cute a hole or something. And yes, I had the power plugs that came with it (although the ones that came with it only use 1 of 2 of the power plugs on the card itself) but there seems to be no near power outlets near the PCI-E port Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Can you not get a new case? It sounds like it's your case that isn't big enough to me All you do is put it in the PCI-E slot and then put the power leads in and it works Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaunno Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Ok to put the card in you need to get rid of that back plate, they should just push out you might have to fiddle with it a bit and twist it and should come out no need to cut holes. And for the power yes the cards come with power leads, the power connections come from your power supply unit not the motherboard so you wont find any connections near the PCI-e slot. Im guessing the power connector that is supplied is 1xmolex to 6 pin, this isnt enough. You have to have two. Is this what you have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrawr Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 You may be able to take out the part of the frame that is blocking. Alternatively, you could secure the wires to the sides of the case to fit, which is what I did. Also, if you want, I could come and see you in person about it. <- Ultimate service right there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myth of Echelon Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 Yes, that's the wires. I had literally just woken up when I replied concerning wires and whatnot, this morning. So I wasn't very observy :L So I've found the power wires now But it's not the holes in the back. The actual chassis is blocking me from pushing it into the slot, as you should see here. Hence, why I suggested to myself cutting a hole into the chassis. And I think I'll be able to sort it thanks, Hen. But if I can't, then I will ask Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaunno Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 Looking good, I see you have taken one of the backplates out but you need to do the same again with the one below it because the card is dual slot Then you just need to give it a shove and the metal blackplate on the card will slide slightly behind the mobo and fit into place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myth of Echelon Posted January 11, 2011 Author Share Posted January 11, 2011 I've got it fitted now anyway. We found a workaround. Now it's screwed in, definitely plugged in and power is being distributed to it. But when I start the PC, it makes a kind of "tick tock" sound, follow my a HDD reading sound and repeats. Any ideas? :L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrawr Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 I believe this to be a PSU problem - the problem being that there's too little power. Talking to him on MSN now, but any other ideas, feel free to suggest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 What Brand and Wattage is your PSU? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrawr Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 I'm not sure of the brand, but it's 400W at peak. I suggested <a href="http://www.ebuyer.com/product/124927">this</a> and I'm pretty sure it's compatible, I'm tired and can't see any problems, but can't say for sure. It seems to have all of the requirements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myth of Echelon Posted January 11, 2011 Author Share Posted January 11, 2011 I think Henry got it. Soon as I took it out, started fine. And he's recommended a new PSU. Currently chatting compatibility. Feel free to lock this. Thank you, once again. Ben Hooper, retard at common sense, logging out ;D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotteh Posted January 12, 2011 Share Posted January 12, 2011 Well done guys. Glad we could help. [admin]Marking as solved and locking.[/admin] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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