Author Topic: Major problems no solution (Read 429 times)

Sachs · « **on:** October 13, 2001, 04:50:00 PM »

Here is my system
Win 2k sp2
direct x 8 latest verison
Athlon 600
256 PC 133 ram
64 Meg Radeon SDr card (brand new)
MX-400 sound card (brand new)
US robotics 56k modem (new)
Quantum fireball 20 gig HD (POS IMO)
Microsft Precision Pro 2 JS or a Saitek X-36 which doesnt run very good with win 2k

When I get into the game it locks up between 10 and 30 seconds. I tried redownloading the 1.08 update, and reinstaling but to no avail. OS runs fine but in every game it looks like crap. I am notcing a lot of what looks like drawing s of lines in the game or bad video. But the thign is I have 2 cards/2 motherboards to test it on and it and with the same results. Does anyone have any suggesions?

Tumor · « **Reply #1 on:** October 14, 2001, 05:49:00 AM »

Check your drivers/cards against compatibility lists on manufacturer websites first.

Lephturn · « **Reply #2 on:** October 14, 2001, 09:20:00 AM »

Check for updated Radeon drivers. ATI's Win2k drivers for the Radeon line has been... erm... problematic. However, I think some of the more recent ones are quite usable. I know there are a few folks playing AH on Radeons.

Sachs · « **Reply #3 on:** October 15, 2001, 05:38:00 PM »

I have the latest drivers for the radeon, I installe dmy old Sound blaster live card, took out the MX-400 since it doesnt work in Win 2k. I am at witts end now. I am about to replace whole system to figure this out lol. only thing I could think of is hard drive/ATA cable. But installed new hard drive and still same problem. Next suggestions? ANy help is usefull trust me lol.

Thanks for replies though

Hwkeye · « **Reply #4 on:** October 15, 2001, 07:51:00 PM »

So Sachs, are you saying that you have tried the Radeon on other motherboards and the video problems move to the new motherboard??? If so, then it's obviously a bad video card.

Have you tested your current computer setup with another video card to see if the problem goes away?? If not, then that should be your next step. If video is good with that card then your Radeon is suspect. If you have the same problems, then you have to look elsewhere for the culprit. BTW, have you checking the 'Troubleshooting' section at ATi to see if others have had the same problems???

Also heat could be at work here too. Is your CPU and/or CPU fan properly seated??? I assume from your system list above that you are not overclocking the Athlon, but if you are then that could be an issue too. Cooling is everything with Athlons.

Not sure this helps, but you asked for input and you got mine anyway!! hehe

Good luck

Hawkeye

Chango · « **Reply #5 on:** October 17, 2001, 07:19:00 PM »

I have Windows 2000 also and a SB live
Athlon 1 ghz running at 1Ghz
and a TNT2 Ultra
and a Quantum 40 gb HD
I am not running MS office so fastfind isnt the problem.

I have a similar problem.

When I first engage a target I get a 2-3 second stutter in video then its ok. Anyone else having similar problem

SKurj · « **Reply #6 on:** October 18, 2001, 10:03:00 AM »

tried reducing sound acceleration? not sure if it works the same in w2k, but:
control panel
multimedia
audio tab
advanced properties
performance
move slider left 1 notch, test
repeat as neccessary

SKurj

moonska · « **Reply #7 on:** October 18, 2001, 04:44:00 PM »

Last I heard Radeon lasted drivers are beta drivers. If they are beta I would try back loading older full release drivers. Also, check your direct x configurations.