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What should I do if there is no BIOS update available?

Nov 28, 2013 5:44AM PST

So, I recently bought a EVGA GTX 760 SC graphics card. Along with this I needed to upgrade my PSU to be able to support the new graphics card. When installing into my computer I only received a black screen and a beep from my computer. After hours of troubleshooting and googling, I've come to the conclusion that the problem was my BIOS being outdated. I searched and searched for an update for my BIOS but I could not find anything on the HP website. I even contacted EVGA and HP on this and they were no help. Do i need to purchase a new motherboard? If so, how do i go about finding a compatible one?

I have a pre-built system from HP.
Model: h8-1256s
Processor: i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz
Motherboard: Foxconn 2ADA...
Form Factor: micro-atx
Processor Socket: LGA 1155

Feel free to ask for any more information on my PC if needed.

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Clarification Request
Maybe a dumb thought but...
Nov 28, 2013 7:49PM PST

That PC does seem to be a bit thin on features so I'm not surprised that a new PS would be needed. You didn't mention what PS you got for it but the specs do call for 30 A on a 12v rail plus some connector options. By any chance did you not connect the additional power cables to the graphics card? I have seen that to happen. The last thing I want to do is be insulting but I do need to ask. Good luck.

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Although it is my first time
Nov 28, 2013 10:52PM PST

I did do a lot of research before i bought all the things i did, and i did search for a psu that i believe is able to support the graphics card. I bought a Seasonic S12 II Bronze, which to my understanding should be okay. Also, I did make sure that I plugged everything in correctly!

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That PSU series has several models with
Nov 30, 2013 8:33AM PST

different wattage ratings. Which one did you get ?

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That's one rare issue.
Nov 28, 2013 6:58AM PST

I'm going to write the cheapest exit I see here is another motherboard. If your board is still good it's worth a few bucks on ebay.
Bob

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Tell me about it haha..
Nov 28, 2013 3:16PM PST

Since I've never replaced something like a motherboard. Are there any tips you could give me on finding a new one that's compatible with my system?

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Thanks by the way!
Nov 28, 2013 3:19PM PST

I've just been searching for someone to help me with this since I'm a little bit of a newbie

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Re: compatible
Nov 28, 2013 4:09PM PST

If you want to keep your current CPU and your current RAM, you know what it has to support. And that's all that matters, apart from the physical size.

Finding a motherboard that can handle a i5-2400 won't be a problem.

Kees

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Thanks!
Nov 28, 2013 10:47PM PST

Looks like i know what i'm going to be looking into now! Thank you for the help