Absolutely, I did read the manual, but the question still remains...there's no option to disable the on-board video card... on and auto are the only options. However, I would think once it's set to AUTO, the system would realize try to determine if another card present. This isn't happening...
well....when u put ur AGP card in, it should disable the onboard video. and I think it does disable it, the problem is that ur new AGP card may require more juice from ur power supply via AGP slot or external plug
did u read the manual for ur card? :smileysurprised:
From ATI User Guide!!!!!!!
If necessary, disable any built-in graphics capabilities on your motherboard. For more information, consult your computer’s manual or manufacturer. (NOTE: Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in graphics to be disabled or to become the secondary display.)
Ok, start over. Remove the AGP video card. Power on, change the bios to onboard. Everything works. The four ABCD leds on the back are all green?
Open the case, add the AGP video card. Do not cahnge the bios and leave the monitor attached to the onboard video. Does it boot up. Are the four ABCD leds on the back still green? Did the operating system notice that an AGP video card was installed?
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From ATI User Guide!!!!!!!
If necessary, disable any built-in graphics capabilities on your motherboard. For more information, consult your computer’s manual or manufacturer. (NOTE: Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in graphics to be disabled or to become the secondary display.)
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Ok, start over. Remove the AGP video card. Power on, change the bios to onboard. Everything works. The four ABCD leds on the back are all green?
Open the case, add the AGP video card. Do not cahnge the bios and leave the monitor attached to the onboard video. Does it boot up. Are the four ABCD leds on the back still green? Did the operating system notice that an AGP video card was installed?