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I just tried to install my new EVGA GTX 1060 SC (6GB model) in my MSI Z87-G45 motherboard ().
When I turn on my PC I just get a black screen, and the GTX fan doesn't even spin (even though my case and CPU fans are all spinning).
I tried removing and plugging the new card back multiple times, but no go.
If I switch back to my old GeForce 8800 Ultra everything works fine.
Is this card not compatible with my motherboard, or does this just sound like a defective card?
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Re: 1060 Black Screen - won't boot
Friday, July 29, 2016 0:01 PM
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Do you have the 6-pin pci-e power cable plugged into the graphics card? Are you running the latest bios for your motherboard? What motherboard do you own?
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Re: 1060 Black Screen - won't boot
Friday, July 29, 2016 0:07 PM
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Do you have the 6-pin pci-e power cable plugged into the graphics card? Are you running the latest bios for your motherboard? What motherboard do you own?
Yes, I made sure to plug the 6-pin PCI-E power cable into the graphics card -- And I know the power cable is good because it's the same one I use with my old card that works. I am using the latest BIOS update (V1.9) for my motherboard (MSI Z87-G45).
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Re: 1060 Black Screen - won't boot
Friday, July 29, 2016 0:08 PM
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☄ Helpfulby jmarr Saturday, July 30, 2016 7:21 PM
Yep, sounds like the card is defective. Try testing it in another computer to confirm.
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Re: 1060 Black Screen - won't boot
Friday, July 29, 2016 0:58 PM
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OK, I just took your suggestion and tried it in my old PC and it works.
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Re: 1060 Black Screen - won't boot
Friday, July 29, 2016 1:35 PM
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I finally got the card to work in my PC. It turned out to be a physical connection issue. When tightening both screws on the card it was putting tension on the card in the slot.
All of my other cards sit perfectly, so I think the card is a slightly out of tolerance (manufacturing issue or glitch maybe).
The way you can tell there is a slight problem is that after putting the card in the slot the screw holes were slightly skewed. I was able to resolve this by only using one screw.
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Re: 1060 Black Screen - won't boot
Friday, July 29, 2016 2:05 PM
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☄ Helpfulby jmarr Saturday, July 30, 2016 7:21 PM
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I finally got the card to work in my PC. It turned out to be a physical connection issue. When tightening both screws on the card it was putting tension on the card in the slot.
All of my other cards sit perfectly, so I think the card is a slightly out of tolerance (manufacturing issue or glitch maybe).
The way you can tell there is a slight problem is that after putting the card in the slot the screw holes were slightly skewed. I was able to resolve this by only using one screw.
Welcome to the forums jmarr After installing the card, loosen all of the MB mounting screws 1/4 turn. This allows the MB & GPU to align better with your case. The case could be the root problem, btw. Don't forget to re-tighten the MB mounting screws - gently. Of course you remove the power first.
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Re: 1060 Black Screen - won't boot
Saturday, July 30, 2016 7:22 PM
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Welcome to the forums jmarr
After installing the card, loosen all of the MB mounting screws 1/4 turn. This allows the MB & GPU to align better with your case. The case could be the root problem, btw. Don't forget to re-tighten the MB mounting screws - gently. Of course you remove the power first.
Great idea! I will give it a try.
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Re: 1060 Black Screen - won't boot
Monday, September 12, 2016 4:59 PM
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Hey I just got my GTX 1060 3gb and it will not post, my screen says nothing is detected yet when I plug back in my HD 6970 everything works fine. My parts are all brand new and working 100% correctly.
My Motherboard: MSI A68HM-E33 V2 (updated to the latest BIOS)
My PSU: Rosewill Valens 600M
Now I have no idea what's going on... PLEASE help me guys, I've been waiting for weeks to get this card and it doesn't work... how sad. :(
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Re: 1060 Black Screen - won't boot
Monday, September 12, 2016 5:05 PM
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Hey I just got my GTX 1060 3gb and it will not post, my screen says nothing is detected yet when I plug back in my HD 6970 everything works fine. My parts are all brand new and working 100% correctly.
My Motherboard: MSI A68HM-E33 V2 (updated to the latest BIOS)
My PSU: Rosewill Valens 600M
Now I have no idea what's going on... PLEASE help me guys, I've been waiting for weeks to get this card and it doesn't work... how sad. :(
Have you tried clearing the motherboard's CMOS to see if that allows the card to be detected? Have you tried a different PCIE power cable?
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