Windows install crashes....

Logic Zero · 25 Jul 2007 at 03:16

Hi guys

I just installed a new 8800gtx and put a waterblock on it, I also installed a WD500gb hard drive. When I try to install windows the thing just goes to a black screen after approx 2 mins. Any ideas?

Logic Zero · 25 Jul 2007 at 03:22

I also noticed that my pc is using 320 watts whilst installing, but when the black screen comes on its using just 140 watts and the hdd light is very dimly on.

Logic Zero · 25 Jul 2007 at 05:13

Fixed, thank god. Turned out card was overheating, re-set waterblock 5 times, each time i got slightly better contact. Turns out that dont overtighten too much in german translates to "do it up really, REALLY tight", before you get any decent contact whatsoever....stupid....

Priapus · 25 Jul 2007 at 07:24

When you mentioned you had the water block, I thought it might be overheating.

MeatLoaf · 25 Jul 2007 at 08:47

Nice to see you got your 8800 eventually, did you eventually get your cash from barry?