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    HP 8770w + GTX98m

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Skithemlig, Nov 16, 2018.

  1. Skithemlig

    Skithemlig Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello.

    I bought a GTX980m 8GB for my HP 8770w.
    The installation went well but when I try to boot my computer nothing happens.
    The power supply light goes out as soon as I plug it in.

    Could there be a short circuit in the card?
    When I put back the old card, the computer works.

    Can it be repaired?
    I have purchased it in its current condition so I can not return the card :-(
     
    Skithemlig, Nov 16, 2018
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  2. Danishblunt

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    Good diagnostics!
    Yes, the 980M is causing a short, you probably bought a defective card.

    You can make pictures of the card (back and front), so we can maybe find the culprit, even tho chances are rather small.
     
    Danishblunt, Nov 16, 2018
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  3. t6nn_k

    t6nn_k Notebook Consultant

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    When my 980m died it caused a short when I pushed power button. Turned out that 3 mosfets had died and it was a cheap fix in local repair shop.
     
    t6nn_k, Nov 16, 2018
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