boot up problems

[votaugh]

I just installed a 1050 ti graphics card on my system. But now when i try to start it im stuck at a black screen with text summarizing my system specs. It says to press esc but when i do nothing happens. thanks.

[old_geekster]

@votaugh, welcome to the forum.

When requesting help you should always include the make/model (i.e. p6-xxxx) of the computer and/or monitor. This information is necessary for us to review the specifications of them.  I believe that your problem is caused by the fact that the video card is incompatible with the motherboard.  I will be able to help further when I have the full model or product number of the computer.

[votaugh]

p7-1270t

[old_geekster · Accepted solution]

Thank you for the additional information, @votaugh.

As I suspected, the video card is not compatible with the motherboard.  The card requires UEFI in the motherboard instead of a Legacy/standard BIOS.  HP didn't begin using UEFI until mid-October, 2012.  The BIOS can't be update to UEFI.  The last cards not to require UEFI are the GTX 660/670 series.  Your best option is to choose a manufacturer and contact their Tech Support for help with choosing the best card for your system.  This will save you time and money.

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