Which video feed for new build startup?

[308tr6]

I am almost ready to turn on my new computer build and have the new EVGA 7950 GT card installed but was wondering if I should first plug the monitor into the motherboard VGA or the video card (DVI to VGA plug)? I am concerned that I have no video if the card isn't recognized and configured yet, so motherboard makes sense?

Getting nervous to turn it on, first time build.....maybe I should put on my motorcycle helmet and have a fire extinguisher handy!!

**** this is fun.

 

[turtile]

Plug it in the 7950. Most motherbaords will detect the board at start up and disable the onboard graphics.

 

[toniaxp]

Plug in the board and hook up your monitor to the imputs in the back then grab your fire exstingisher and flip the switch lol