First post, by Spiffles
Hello, I'm making a data storage media-centered build using the motherboard:
Biostar p4m900-m7 se from 2010. The chipset is VIA P4M900, apparently dating back all the way to 2006.
I'm trying to install a GTX 750Ti in the PCI-e slot, but the PC refuses to post with the card slotted in.
I've heard there might be two reasons for that:
1) Memory mapping issues - the chipset only allows a total of 4 GB of RAM in the system - and that is both the mobo RAM and the one on the motherboard. My current total goes up to 8 GB currently, 4 GB slotted in and 4 on the GPU.
2) Insufficient power due to the PCI-e 1.0 slot standard, which is a bit old for the GPU in question.
I haven't tried taking out one of the RAM dies yet, but in the end I would like to keep 4 GB, as I'm running Windows 10 on that PC and 4 GB might be necessary for any level of smooth operation.
If it's not a RAM problem though, and one of power - I suppose swapping the card to an older one but with a 6-pin connector could help? I'm open to all suggestions.