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The GPU is not Turning on/ Fan is not Spinning: 8 Fixes to Try
Check to see if the GPU is getting enough power
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Published onAugust 5, 2024
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If your GPU isn’t turning on, that is usually because it’s not connected properly, or it doesn’t have sufficient power. The first thing to do is to doublecheck if the power supply has enough power to support the GPU. If the GPU is not powering, check if it comes with a separate power supply and connect it using the indications from the manufacturer.
1. Check power connections
Ensuring the power connections are secure can resolve the issue if the GPU wasn’t receiving adequate power initially. If theGPU powers up but it’s not detected, click on the highlighted link to fix it.
2. Reset the BIOS/UEFI settings
Resetting the BIOS/UEFI can help if incorrect settings were preventing the GPU from being detected.
3. Test with another GPU or slot
Testing with another GPU or slot can help determine if the issue is with the GPU, the slot, or another component of the system.
4. Inspect and clean the GPU
Cleaning the GPU and the PCIe slot can help if dust or debris was causing connectivity issues.
5. Update or reinstall drivers
Updating or reinstalling the drivers can resolve software-related issues that might prevent the GPU from functioning correctly.
6. Check for Overheating
Preventing overheating can ensure the GPU operates within safe temperature ranges, thus avoiding performance issues.
7. Test with a different power supply
A failing or insufficient power supply can cause GPUs not to operate correctly.
8. RMA the GPU
If all else fails, utilizing your warranty and getting a replacement might be the best option.
Regularly cleaning your PC and ensuring proper airflow can prevent many hardware issues. Always keep your drivers updated to avoid software-related problems.
We hope that our guide helped you fix the GPU not powering up issue. If theGPU is detected but the external monitor is not using it, the highlighted guide will help you fix that.
If theGPU is not showing in Task Manager, check this guide to help you restore things to normal.
For any other questions, feel free to check the comments section below and drop us a line.
Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, Claudiu is focused on whatever comes new from Microsoft.
His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school.
With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!
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Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, with 14 years of experience in writing on everything there is to know about science, technology, and Microsoft
