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    A bit of a problem

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by GallardosEggrollshop, Jun 16, 2011.

  1. GallardosEggrollshop

    GallardosEggrollshop Notebook Evangelist

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    Ok so I just received a replacement 5870m master card from dell because my other one failed. After repasting and installing at the Bios menu I have weird discoloration as well as when windows boots to desktop. I tried each card separately before I finished installation and this distortion of color was not present. Any help would be appreciated thanks!
     
    GallardosEggrollshop, Jun 16, 2011
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    re-seat the crossfire cable. see if that does the trick. also, check the display cable - make sure its firmly seated.
     
    BatBoy, Jun 16, 2011
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    Make sure both cards are flashed with the latest vbios.
     
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    Thank you soooo much!!! it worked like a charm only thing is i think my crossfire cable is messed up i had to put it in just right to make the color right. +1!!!
     
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    just call support and have them dispatch out a replacement crossfire cable. as long as you have active coverage, its covered. should be a quick call.
     
    BatBoy, Jun 16, 2011
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