x1900xt no post problem

[bfozz]

I just bought a new asus x1900xt 512mb card for my new asus am2 motherboard. when i turn the power on the motherboard beeps, 1 long and 2 short, which means a video card error acording to the motherboard manual, any help????

 

[sodcha0s]

Make sure the power connector is plugged into the card and also make sure your power supply is strong enough to support it.

 

[bfozz]

the card wants 450 i have a 500w supply

 

[Fistandantilis]

is the PSU plugged into the mobo in 2 seperate areas? have you used this system previous to the new card, or is this a new biuld?

 

[sodcha0s]

Originally posted by: bfozz
the card wants 450 i have a 500w supply

What's the brand? What's the amp rating on the 12v line? Not all power supplies are made equal, you can buy "500 watt" power supplies for $20 that aren't worth a damn and certainly won't be able to handle a system with a 1900xt installed.