I accidentally changed the BIOS on my RX 580 2048 SP while trying to fix the fan speed, which was way too high. I didn't back it up and picked a BIOS that seemed similar but had different memory types. Now, my graphics card is giving no video output. I've tried some other BIOS versions and even attempted a blind flash, but nothing seems to work. I don't have another GPU or a processor with integrated graphics, so I'm limited to blind flashing, and I'm not even sure if that's working. Any help would be appreciated!
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You'll want to find the original BIOS for your RX 580, as that's your best bet for recovery. Check out techpowerup.com for BIOS files. Just proceed with caution! If you can, getting a CPU with integrated graphics or even a cheap GPU might also help you reflash safely instead of relying on blind flashing, which is risky.
I found the BIOS on that site and I'm about to flash it. What's the difference if I use a CPU with integrated graphics to do it? Will I actually see any feedback during the process?
Have you thought about taking your card to a local repair shop? They might be able to fix it for you. Also, if you have a friend with a PC that has integrated graphics or an extra PCI-E slot, see if you can use that to flash your card properly.
Funny you mention that—when I had issues, I just used MSI Afterburner to control my fan speeds instead of messing with the BIOS. It worked great!
Hey, at least this could be a good excuse to upgrade! Not the best circumstances, but spin it positively. I mean, getting a new GPU could really enhance your experience.
If you can, try getting access to another PC, or even consider a cheap used GPU for the task. Also, a clip-on flasher might save you a lot of hassle in the future! It's a tough lesson to learn, but it's better to be prepared for BIOS flashing mishaps.
Using a CPU with integrated graphics gives you a display to see the flashing process, which can help confirm everything is working as expected.