It has a molex connector that is hooked up for power. The fan is running so Im pretty sure I have enough power to the board. I'll test the connector on a fan to make sure it good from the PSU, a corsair 520w 3 rail modular, but I'm guessing that's not the problem.
I have not done a re-install of the OS, as it has not given me any issues before this card. I have the latest updates and all seems to run well when using the other card.
As far as the upgrades, This is an older system and I know its limitations. I'm going to be doing a different build in about a year so it's pointless to put too much money into this one. Its going to be used a a media storage and web surfer for the kids after I'm done with it, which it does just fine for now. So putting much more money into it is simply not an option.
I am leaning on thinking the card is bad, but was looking at some different ideas before sending this one back to newegg.
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