Computer won't POST when GPU is installed

[compumarsh]

Hi everyone,

I recently got an R9 380 4GB, for $30. The seller wasn't able to get it to work, although his system was old (Asus P5N-T Deluxe w/ a core 2 quad). I thought that I'd have some luck with a Ryzen 3 2200G and AsRock B450 Pro4. 

 

When I install the GPU and try to turn it on, nothing happens. All I can hear is capacitors charging up. The computer runs just fine without the card, and works when I used a GTX 1050 2GB. I've already tried to clear CMOS, which didn't help. The seller also said he was able to get the fans spinning, but I haven't yet.

I am using a corsair CX 550 which should be enough power.

 

I am open to any suggestions!

[Clock_Work]

1 minute ago, compumarsh said:

Hi everyone,

I recently got an R9 380 4GB, for $30. The seller wasn't able to get it to work, although his system was old (Asus P5N-T Deluxe w/ a core 2 quad). I thought that I'd have some luck with an Ryzen 3 2200G and AsRock B450 Pro4. 

 

When I install the GPU and try to turn it on, nothing happens. All I can hear is capacitors charging up. The computer runs just fine without the card, and works when I used a GTX 1050 2GB

I am using a corsair CX 550 which should be enough power.

 

I am open to any suggestions!

I assume you've tried reseating the card in the PCIE slot, correct?

But it sounds like the GPU that's hanging the POST process. Have you tried inspecting the PCB (under the shroud as well) to see if there's any obvious physical damage?
For some basic troubleshooting I would try a different PCIE slot and see if that makes a difference.
My last tip would be to try a different mobo if you have another system available to you to confirm it is the GPU and not some weird incompatibility. 

[compumarsh]

47 minutes ago, Clock_Work said:

I assume you've tried reseating the card in the PCIE slot, correct?

But it sounds like the GPU that's hanging the POST process. Have you tried inspecting the PCB (under the shroud as well) to see if there's any obvious physical damage?
For some basic troubleshooting I would try a different PCIE slot and see if that makes a difference.
My last tip would be to try a different mobo if you have another system available to you to confirm it is the GPU and not some weird incompatibility. 

I've just opened it up, there's nothing that looks unusual, no capacitors blown. I can try another PCIe slot. I will also updating my mobo BIOS and see if that helps.