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    VGN-SZ430N Video card fault

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by Corwin2000, Aug 24, 2014.

  1. Corwin2000

    Corwin2000 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,

    Recently I've got the following fault of video card in my VGN-SZ430N.
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    It crashes to BSOD during boot. At the same time it works when switched to stamina mode withou any problems or artefacts.

    What can this be?
     
    Corwin2000, Aug 24, 2014
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  2. Screenio

    Screenio Notebook Consultant

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    That's a dying GPU for sure mate! No point getting a reball because replacement motherboards are under $70.

    My SZ had exactly the same problem with it's 8400m GS a few months back. Due to the motherboards being dirt cheap on ebay, I decided to buy another one because it's cheaper than a reball. You should do the same if you plan on fixing it.
     
    Screenio, Aug 24, 2014
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