Failed VGA test

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hijynx54

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About 2 months ago, I bought an X2 4400 and installed it into my computer.

Asus a8n sli mobo
bfg 7800gtx
2gigs of corsair xms ram

Anyways, I went to turn it on, and kept getting the audio message of "failed vga test" with no connectivity to the monitor. I got some advice, and RMAd my vid card. I just FINALLY got a new card from BFG (or so I think is new), and I am still getting the same error. Anyone have any new ideas?

Thanks
 
try switching the ram to the other slots, ie if it is in the blue ones switch it to the black ones and vice versa. I didnt have any video when I first booted my a8n32sli with a 4800 and xms pro 3200 memory. My video card is a 7900 512 gt. Also try reseeting everything, make sure you have the 6 pin power connector pluged in. Hope this helps.
 
do you hear any 'beeps'? Often times, if a system does not post the 'beep sequence' can be used to diagnose the problem.
I would also recommend to reduce the system to a minimum:
1 ram stick
CPU
video card

and start trying different slot+ stick combinations to see if the RAM has a problem. Also check that your board isn't shorting out.
 
His board uses the Asus Reporter in place of the beeps.

I would assume he didn't plug in the a power conenctor soemwhere, whether it be the one tot he video card, or possibly the one to the motherboard.
 
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