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the computer turns on but the monitor stays on standby
i have check the monitors working
there is an initial beep when u first turn on the computer
cpu fan working
have checked everything is in properly

have no idea what it is

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A concise, ordered checklist to isolate a PC that powers on but shows no video. Based on points already raised by and , work through these low-risk steps in order so the fault can be identified without needless part-swapping.

  1. Swap the display path first: try a different video cable, a different input on the monitor, and a different monitor if possible. Confirm the monitor shows a picture from another computer.
  2. Note any POST/beep pattern and consult a beep-code reference to see what the BIOS is signalling. See ComputerHope beep codes.
  3. Test video hardware: reseat the graphics card, confirm any required PCIe power plugs are attached, and if the board has integrated video try using it (or try a known-good card).
  4. Minimal-boot test: power the board with only PSU, CPU, one RAM stick (try each stick and slot), and video. Remove drives, USB devices, and extra cards. This narrows faults to RAM/CPU/board/GPU/PSU.
  5. Check the PSU: fans spinning does not guarantee correct voltages. Either measure rails with a multimeter or swap in a known-good PSU. See general PSU testing advice at .
  6. Visual inspection and CMOS: look for bulging/leaking capacitors, burn marks, or blown components. Try clearing CMOS (battery removal/jumper) before further swaps.
  7. If intermittent device behaviour was reported earlier in the thread, disconnect any suspect drives or peripherals and repeat the minimal-boot test.

Interpretation guidance: if onboard video gives output, the discrete GPU or its power is the culprit; if no video after trying a different GPU and a known-good PSU, the motherboard (or CPU) is likely at fault. Document beep patterns and test results before replacing parts. For safety, disconnect power and ground yourself when swapping components.

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hi. we have the same problem... unfortunately, i still have not solved my problem, may be we could share ideas instead..

history started with my video card.. which i assumed got damaged (short circuit or something..) when i tried to install a new HD as a slave drive, so i bought a new card... then my drive a: wont light up.. i tried a new drive a:, now it doesnt want to turn off... i tried checking if all have power (CDROM, HD, etc) ... everything seems to be connected in the right place, and is with power also, i even checked the RAM but i cnt seem to think of any other options ... haay... what have you tried so far...

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i think its the motherboard cause if it was the video card id still hear than windows login sound that comes on what kinda mother board do u have mines a Gigabyte GA-8IPE1000 Pro2

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