Summary
Information about Intel® Processors that need a discrete graphics card to boot
Description
- How do I know if I need to use a discrete graphics card in a built-in computer?
- Do Intel® Core™ processors that include the letter F in the product line suffix have integrated graphics?
- Why is my system not booting with Intel® Core™ Processor that has the letter F in its number?
Resolution
If your Intel® Core™ Desktop Processor includes the letter F in the product line suffix, then you need to use a discrete graphics card in your system. If the integrated graphics port is used instead, the processor will not boot.
Examples:
Intel® Core™ i9-12900KF Processor
Intel® Core™ i7-11700KF Processor
Intel® Core™ i7-10700F Processor
These processors will have a note on the shipping box indicating the need for a discrete graphics card.
Note that the product specification page for Intel® Core™ Processors with the letter F will not have the Processor Graphics information listed.
