cougarbskball
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Hey,
So, I have the most frustrating thing right now. When I boot up my computer I am greeted by a graceful purple screen after the logo. Now, it is obviously the video card malfunctioning. But, I don't think the video card is actually bad.
Now why don't I think the video card is bad? Because, when I get the computer to boot up (yes I can still get it to boot up sometimes) I can play for hours on end and absolutely no glitches.
Now, my question is. Is it possible to have to many things plugged in to one outlet? My theory is that as soon as my video card starts drawing more power(Just sometimes) that is when the video card malfunctions, because it needs more power, but yet its not there to be had.
I have my server plugged into the same power strip.(350 watt power supply so relatively low usage) I have just turned it off and doing a series of tests.
I will get back to here as soon as that is done. Just wondering other peoples takes on this.
BTW I have been using this card for 2.5 years in the setup with 0 issues.
Jeremy
So, I have the most frustrating thing right now. When I boot up my computer I am greeted by a graceful purple screen after the logo. Now, it is obviously the video card malfunctioning. But, I don't think the video card is actually bad.
Now why don't I think the video card is bad? Because, when I get the computer to boot up (yes I can still get it to boot up sometimes) I can play for hours on end and absolutely no glitches.
Now, my question is. Is it possible to have to many things plugged in to one outlet? My theory is that as soon as my video card starts drawing more power(Just sometimes) that is when the video card malfunctions, because it needs more power, but yet its not there to be had.
I have my server plugged into the same power strip.(350 watt power supply so relatively low usage) I have just turned it off and doing a series of tests.
I will get back to here as soon as that is done. Just wondering other peoples takes on this.
BTW I have been using this card for 2.5 years in the setup with 0 issues.
Jeremy