But why did you do that?
Also, where is the power supply noted as well as did you take this up with the machine's maker?
Any seasoned tech will nod as you declare such and then promptly do the test. (cover off, point a fan at it.)
Bob
I have a serious problem with my computer. Everytime I play a game for a while my graphic card suddenly stops working and the computer crashes!
This is not becouse of bad computer, I have a brand new computer and no lag what so ever, only problem is the video hardware error
SPECS:
Intel i5 3570k (factory turbo, no oc)
12gb ram Kingston hyperx 1600
AMD Radeon HD 7850, sapphire 975hz OC version
Gigabyte Z77-DS3H (bios vers F3)
WHO CRASHED REPORT<div> On Tue 3.7.2012 14:20:33
GMT your computer crashedcrash dump file:
C:\Windows\Minidump\WD-20120703-1720.dmpThis was probably caused by the
following module: atikmpag.sys (atikmpag+0x876
(0xFFFFFA8009F124E0, 0xFFFFF88006A86768, 0x0, 0x0)</div>Error: VIDEO_TDR_TIMEOUT_DETECTED
<div>file path:
C:\Windows\system32\drivers\atikmpag.</div><div>sysproduct: AMD drivercompany: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.description: AMD
multi-vendor Miniport DriverBug check description: This indicates that the
display driver failed to respond in a timely fashion. A third party driver
was identified as the probable root cause of this system error. It is suggested
you look for an update for the following driver: atikmpag.sys (AMD multi-vendor
Miniport Driver, Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.). Google query: atikmpag.sys Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
VIDEO_TDR_TIMEOUT_DETECTED </div>
<div>
4 crash dumps have been found
and analyzed. A third party driver has been identified to be causing system
crashes on your computer. It is strongly suggested that you check for updates
for these drivers on their company websites. Click on the links below to search
with Google for updates for these drivers: atikmpag.sys (AMD multi-vendor Miniport Driver, Advanced Micro
Devices, Inc.)
The problem is NOT overheating!</div>Newest DRIVERS are installed!
PLEASE HELP!

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