voodoo3 2000 pci prob

[hvy gamer18]

I inserted my card in and plug my monitor in and turn my cpu and my monitor on then monitor is black yet cpu runs..and yes I have my monitor on http://www.sysopt.com/forum/wink.gif..whats going on?

[jaida]

do you hear any beeps???

check to make sure you have your card seated firmly into the pci slot because it could be loose.

I know this sounds silly but also make sure your monitor cable is attached properly to the card and the monitor because it could be loose.

[hvy gamer18]

I am pretty sure its firm..It doesnt want to move anymore..and I got the monitor cable in...but the monitor says signal error and it goes offline yet my cpu runs..then when I switch it to my default monitor slot it works!! not sure whats up

[daverme]

Please explain "default monitor slot" ?????

[HotRod9mm]

Hvy

What slot do you have the PCI card plugged into, I think some boards share slot 1 & 2 and that may be your problem? Also what mobo? If I remember correctly some mobo's don't supply enough voltage to run a VooDoo card. I know my FIC in the AGP slot would not run my 3000. Ck the mobo web site....

Hope this helps....

[Mortis]

Greetings... If your mobo has onboard video, you may have to re-arrange jumpers. Check your mobo's specs and diagram to see if this is an option and required... goodluck.