At Skyforge PC, we take extra precautions when shipping high-performance gaming PCs. If your graphics card is particularly large or heavy, we ship it separately to prevent damage during transit. This means you'll need to install your graphics card upon arrival. Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure a proper installation.
What You’ll Need:
Your graphics card (shipped separately)
Your PC (shipped in a separate package)
A Phillips-head screwdriver
An anti-static wrist strap (recommended)
Power cables (included with your power supply)
Step 1: Prepare Your Work Area
Work on a clean, flat surface.
Ensure your PC is powered off and unplugged.
Use an anti-static wrist strap or touch an unpainted metal surface to discharge static electricity.
Step 2: Open Your PC Case
Remove the glass side panel of your PC case. On some cases, you may need to use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Gently place your glass side panel on a clean flat surface.
Locate the PCIe slot on your motherboard where the graphics card will be installed. This is usually the longest slot near the CPU. The PCI-E placeholder brackets will already be removed for your convenience. Always install your graphics card on the upper most PCI-E slot. On some motherboards, you may see a wing tab, slider lock, or push-pin to unlock the slot. If you need help with this, contact our support team.
Step 3: Install the Graphics Card
Align the graphics card’s gold connector with the PCIe slot and firmly press it down until it clicks into place.
Find the clear bag with the screws for your graphics card. This should be labeled with "GPU Screws" for your convenience. In most cases, you will need 2 screws, 1 for each PCI-E slot.
Secure the card to the case using screws from the bracket area.
Step 4: Connect Power Cables
Locate the power connectors on the graphics card (these could be 6-pin, 8-pin, or multiple connectors). NVIDIA cards may have a 12-pin connector in some cases.
Connect the corresponding power cables from your power supply unit (PSU) to the graphics card. These cables will already be pre-cable managed for you. You only need to connect the cable on the graphics card end. Make sure that your cable in firmly plugged in with no gaps between the connector and the slot. You can gently wiggle the connector to ensure it is firmly seated into the slot.
Step 5: Close Your PC Case
Carefully reattach the side panel of your case and secure it with screws.
Ensure no cables are obstructing any fans or components.
Step 6: Power On and Install Drivers
Plug in and power on your PC.
Connect your monitor to the graphics card’s display output (not the motherboard’s ports).
Boot into Windows and install the latest drivers from the GPU manufacturer’s website (NVIDIA or AMD).
Restart your system after installation to finalize setup.
Troubleshooting Tips
If your PC doesn’t power on, double-check that the graphics card is fully seated in the PCIe slot and power cables are properly connected.
If there’s no display, make sure your monitor is plugged into the graphics card, not the motherboard.
If your system beeps or shows an error, consult your motherboard’s manual for troubleshooting codes.
By following these steps, you’ll have your graphics card installed and ready to power your gaming experience. If you need further assistance, reach out to our support team for help!