Cant install my video card..please help

[Guest]

I need help not being very computer literate. I love playing video games so i
just bought an STI 9200SE ,128MB video card..I inserted the card inside the
computer and then put the CD in put is says i am missing components on my
computer...from the instructions I need to change the CMOS infos..I was able
before windows starts to access the setups but from there i am lost..somebody
tell me the proper ways to install the video card pleeeease..thank you

 

[Kelly]

Post the exact instruction here or try their forum. If you are going from
onboard to add-on, you will need to disable onboard. Without knowing more,
go back to my first line. Good luck!

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[Guest]

What components does it say you are missing? I am guessing that it has to do
with the GART driver. From the information that I found in the Quick Start
Guide on the ATI site, there are some drivers that have to be installed
BEFORE the new card is installed in your system. Please refer to this link
and go to page 4 - http://www.ati.com/support/manualpdf/Getting_Started.pdf

You will need to put your old card in and get it operating properly before
you install the drivers. Follow the instructions to the letter. This card is
not as easy as plug it in and forget it. Hope this helps

I am not a big fan of ATI, but that doesn't mean it isn't a good product.
nVidia based cards seem to be easier to install.

 

[Jerry]

Your original video - was it built in to the motherboard? If so, then you
must go into the BIOS (or CMOS) and turn it off. Your motherboard manual
tells you ho to do it.

 

[Kevin]

Generally, you need to uninstall the original card and software before
installing the new card. This should have been in the product instructions.
However, installation procedures can, and often do, vary greatly from maker
to maker. You shouldn't need to fool around with the CMOS or BIOS to
install a new video card. Unless the instructions provided say otherwise
this is what I would do:

1. Uninstall the software drivers from Device Manager.
2. Shut down Windows and power off the computer.
3. Open the case, taking care to avoid static shock to the electronic
components, and remove the old card and insert the new one.
4. Double check the connections on the card and the motherboard to insure
they are tight and secure.
5. Leaving the case open, power up the system, have the installation CD
handy and let Windows find the card and offer to install the drivers.
6. Tell Windows you have the drivers and install them from the CD.
7. If all goes well you are in business. If not . . . ???

This should work. But, as I said, installations can vary greatly. If the
instructions provided by the card vendor/maker differ from these general
guidelines I have suggested, go with their methods. Good luck. Post back
with your adventures!

 

[Guest]

Good point! I forget this in my earlier post. I ASSUMED that a card was being
replaced. Between our posts, hopefully there will be success

 

[Kelly]

Same here! )