PC not recognizing GPU

[kennyD.]

Hey there guys/gals. This is my first post on this forum and I really hope some people can help me out here.

 

So I just did my first ever PC build today, and the PC is using Intel graphics and not my GTX 970. It's not even on device manager, it's not hidden there either. I checked.

 

All parts are brand new not used.

 

I'm using my PSU's VGA cable to connect to the PCI port on the GPU. The one that came with the GPU does not reach my PSU.

 

PC Specs:

Intel core i5 4690

Evga GTX 970 FTW+ Edition

Evga gold 750w PSU

Asus maximus VII Ranger motherboard

 

I have tried:

Putting the card from the 1st PCI to the 2nd (its currently in the second)

Tried to install drivers, but I cant because the nvidia program said no hardware is compatible.

Looked in the bios, can't find anything about on board graphics or anything. Anyone know?

 

Pictures:

Heres are pictures of the build.

 

 

 

Is it because of the PCI connectors?]

 

Any help is really appreciated.

 

[79 Potatoes]

 

 

 

Well, you've to plug all PCIe power connectors

[pwn_intended]

Plug it into the TOP PCIe slot, and plug in BOTH power connectors.

 

ALSO: Make sure you plug your monitor into the GPU and not your motherboard.

[kennyD.]

Well, you've to plug all PCIe power connectors

So should I plug in those extra 2 things onto the bigger port?

[Hman1250]

How come you aren't running the top one (non relevant). It could be the PCI-E lane, it seems like it's clicked in there. 

Actually you have to connect both 6+8 pin connectors into the GPU

 

Non relevant: It's a shame that you have such a nice case and motherboard yet you use the stock cooler *sigh*

[manikyath]

Plug it into the TOP PCIe slot, and plug in BOTH power connectors.

the slot *shouldnt* be a problem, but might as well do that, as theres nothing above.

[pwn_intended]

So should I plug in those extra 2 things onto the bigger port?

NO, you need an 8 pin and a 6 pin power conector for that card. Check the packaging, it might have come with a molex to pci power adapter.

[79 Potatoes]

So should I plug in those extra 2 things onto the bigger port?

You already plugged a 6 pin connector in the 6 pin port, you've to connect a 8 pin PCIe power connector in the 8 pin port too... it isn't a basic GTX 960

[pwn_intended]

and please use the cable grommets. I mean you did buy a nice case that has them.

[MDPS]

Make sure you're using the PCI x16 speed slot, and plug in the video cables into the gpu on the other side of the expansion slots. Also, if you're using a DVI-D/I cord, plug it into your GPU's DVI slot that has a cross instead of just a line to the side of the pins.

[Colt_0pz]

plug in both 6 pins (mine has 6pin and 8pin so confused it for that), place it in the top pci-e slot and you're fine

Edited July 29, 2015 by Colt_0pz

[MDPS]

NO, you need an 8 pin and a 6 pin power conector for that card. Check the packaging, it might have come with a molex to pci power adapter.

Molex won't be good enough for his card. He'd need a new PSU if he doesn't have an 8-pin.

[Pugs501]

Molex won't be good enough for his card. He'd need a new PSU if he doesn't have an 8-pin.

you can use Molex with an Adapter

[Colt_0pz]

get a dual molex to 6pin and then use the 8pin. always best to use pci-e power from psu but should be ok for now....

Edited July 29, 2015 by Colt_0pz

[ThE_MarD]

Heyyo,

As others have said, Evga GTX 970 FTW+ Edition needs all power connectors in. a 6 pin and an 8 pin.

Next is of course make sure your monitor cable is plugged into the video card and not the motherboard (so don't plug into the vertical part on the back of your PC. Plug it into the video card at the lower horizontal slots.

Here on newegg? The GPU should have came with two power connector adaptors. Use the ones that natively come with your PSU if they have 8 and 6 pin. If not? Then use those adaptors.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814487090

[pwn_intended]

Surely an EVGA 750 Gold PSU MUST have come with multiple PCIe power cables, right?

[kennyD.]

Hey, thanks for all the replies guys.

 

Surely an EVGA 750 Gold PSU MUST have come with multiple PCIe power cables, right?

Yes it does, it comes with 3 of the same lead.

 

it's the same as i posted in the pic. 8 pin to plug into the psu, and then theres a 6 pin + 2 pin. 

 

Could I just used another one of those cables, and plug in the 6 pin with the 2 pin of the other cable, making 8 pins?

[kennyD.]

use the 6+2 on the 8 pin for the GPU, and use the 6 for the 6 pin on the GPU and leave the 2 pin hanging

Ok will try now

[pwn_intended]

Hey, thanks for all the replies guys.

 

Yes it does, it comes with 3 of the same lead.

 

it's the same as i posted in the pic. 8 pin to plug into the psu, and then theres a 6 pin + 2 pin. 

 

Could I just used another one of those cables, and plug in the 6 pin with the 2 pin of the other cable, making 8 pins?

Dude, if it is your first time building a PC, PLEASE PLEASE read all of the maunals that came with your motherboard, GPU and PSU. They will explain everything nicely with pictures.

[kennyD.]

ok well i did that... the pc turned on, turned off, turned back on, and my resolution is now at 800x600 (cant go higher when right click on desktop) 

 

it also says its using microsoft basic display adapter in device manager. 

 

What do i do ;/

[kennyD.]

Wait! it now says its using gtx 970

 

Thank you guys! I'll go install the drivers now haha

[MDPS]

you can use Molex with an Adapter

I know you can. I'm saying it won't generate enough power to power the GPU through molex. He needs to use the designated 6-8-pin ones.