im trying to biuld a gaming pc , so i was wondering will this gtx card fit in this mobo?and will all of these components work 2gether nicely?
specs:
Mobo: Asus P7H55-M PRO http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
video card:GIGABYTE GV-N26SO-896I gtx260 super clock edition (25% faster than gtx260 ,5% faster than gtx275) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
Ram: kingston 2x2GB DDR3 Kingston HyperX 1600mhz
Hard drive 1TB harddrive samsung
case :cooler master 690
psu: 650W cooler master|||Yes, the GTX 260 will fit on that motherboard, it goes in the dark blue PCI-e 2.0 x16 slot, where it says ASUS above it.
All components will work with the motherboard, the case is big enough & the PSU will power everything nicely.
The Core i7 860 will fit in the motherboard's 1156 socket, so thats all fine ☺
Monday, May 7, 2012
Why does the sound not work when installing my new video card???
I have a new Compaq Presario SR5050NX running Windows Vista and chincy integrated video and sound. I just upgraded the video to a ATI Radeon HD 2600 XT card. The installation went fine. The I get no problems at all with the graphics, but the strangest thing is that now I have no sound. I triple checked my speakers and the connection in the back of the computer. Nothing wrong there. But when I uninstalled the ATI card and went back to the inegrated card, the sound came back on. So it seems the integrated components are dependent on each other. Is there a way around this or am I now stuck dropping more $ for separate sound card??
Thanks.|||Yes... I had the same problem. It turns out that the ATI Radeon 2600 installation process installs the "ATI HD Audio Rear Output" as the default device for several of the audio settings.
Go into “Sounds and Audio devices” in the control panel and check the default audio setting. The problem is usually caused by its setting. Therefore, if default setting is “ATI HD Audio rear output”, please change its setting to onboard or external audio device that you want to use in your system.
When and if you need to use HDMI to output audio, you can change its setting to “ATI HD Audio rear output”.
Hope this helps...|||Go into device manager and check things out. This should tell if there are any conflicts. Sounds like you may have an IRQ conflict. If that is case you'll need to play around in your BIOS. I would call support either by the pc manufacturer or from the sound card.
Thanks.|||Yes... I had the same problem. It turns out that the ATI Radeon 2600 installation process installs the "ATI HD Audio Rear Output" as the default device for several of the audio settings.
Go into “Sounds and Audio devices” in the control panel and check the default audio setting. The problem is usually caused by its setting. Therefore, if default setting is “ATI HD Audio rear output”, please change its setting to onboard or external audio device that you want to use in your system.
When and if you need to use HDMI to output audio, you can change its setting to “ATI HD Audio rear output”.
Hope this helps...|||Go into device manager and check things out. This should tell if there are any conflicts. Sounds like you may have an IRQ conflict. If that is case you'll need to play around in your BIOS. I would call support either by the pc manufacturer or from the sound card.
Is NVIDIA GeForce 8400GS 512MB PCI-E graphics / video card worth the extra $11.45 AUS +P&H?
I dont know much abut video cards :S
GeForce 8400GS 256MB PCIE Graphic Silent Dual View DVI
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/GeForce-8400GS-25…
NVIDIA GeForce 8400GS 512MB PCI-E graphics / video card
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NVIDIA-GeForce-84…|||it is worth the extra money yes. and it is only a 8400 video card. you can still play some newer games with it but probably not on high or maybe even not on medium settings. but some you still can play. i have a 5200 geforce card at 256 in my old desktop and i can play cod4 on it. low settings though and not really good for single player just multiple player. same with my old laptop that had a 9700 radeon. same thing could not play on anything but low settings and only online. now i have a 512 9800m GT geforce card and plays any game right now.
also what ever your other specs are. most of the other reason i was able to play was i had fast computers with ram.|||one word.......YES|||yes it is and what are you using the video card for? if you want to play games it will but they have to be at least 3 years old|||Yes. Generally, this card costs about $60.|||Its not really a gaming card tbh but if its better than what you got and only 10 bucks extra then why not.|||It,s not the best card for todays games eg CRYSIS, COD5 VEGAS 2, why not go for the 9800 Nvidai, that will play above games and the price is coming down for it. If you are not a gamer that card 8400 will be o.k . for general computer use.
GeForce 8400GS 256MB PCIE Graphic Silent Dual View DVI
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/GeForce-8400GS-25…
NVIDIA GeForce 8400GS 512MB PCI-E graphics / video card
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NVIDIA-GeForce-84…|||it is worth the extra money yes. and it is only a 8400 video card. you can still play some newer games with it but probably not on high or maybe even not on medium settings. but some you still can play. i have a 5200 geforce card at 256 in my old desktop and i can play cod4 on it. low settings though and not really good for single player just multiple player. same with my old laptop that had a 9700 radeon. same thing could not play on anything but low settings and only online. now i have a 512 9800m GT geforce card and plays any game right now.
also what ever your other specs are. most of the other reason i was able to play was i had fast computers with ram.|||one word.......YES|||yes it is and what are you using the video card for? if you want to play games it will but they have to be at least 3 years old|||Yes. Generally, this card costs about $60.|||Its not really a gaming card tbh but if its better than what you got and only 10 bucks extra then why not.|||It,s not the best card for todays games eg CRYSIS, COD5 VEGAS 2, why not go for the 9800 Nvidai, that will play above games and the price is coming down for it. If you are not a gamer that card 8400 will be o.k . for general computer use.
What is the best gaming video card under $475?
I'm building a gaming rig, and I'm currently putting together a list of components to use. This is the basic list right now, all the essential components. I am going to be running a 1000W PSU and a 1TB HDD. I am not putting them on the list, as they are in my old comp that I gave to my friend. I will buy some replacements for them and trade.
(Case) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
(Motherboard) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
(CPU) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
(RAM) http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Corsair+-+Ve…
I'm having trouble deciding on a video card. I'm not looking for any advice on the other components, nor do I want answers with crap about them. I only want helpful answers from KNOWLEDGEABLE EXPERTS on this. Redirecting me to a review website does not qualify as expert. It qualifies as an idiot who used Google. I will be running graphics-intensive games, and I want to make sure that I can run them smoothly at max settings. My max to spend on the card is between $400 and $500.|||An nvidia GTX 580 is the best card out there right now and last time I checked it costed $480
If you want one a little cheaper with maxing out modern games just as good the nex step down would be a 570.
Those are the two best cards out there, both are within your price range.
(Case) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
(Motherboard) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
(CPU) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
(RAM) http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Corsair+-+Ve…
I'm having trouble deciding on a video card. I'm not looking for any advice on the other components, nor do I want answers with crap about them. I only want helpful answers from KNOWLEDGEABLE EXPERTS on this. Redirecting me to a review website does not qualify as expert. It qualifies as an idiot who used Google. I will be running graphics-intensive games, and I want to make sure that I can run them smoothly at max settings. My max to spend on the card is between $400 and $500.|||An nvidia GTX 580 is the best card out there right now and last time I checked it costed $480
If you want one a little cheaper with maxing out modern games just as good the nex step down would be a 570.
Those are the two best cards out there, both are within your price range.
Is of my video card failing?
I have 2 video cards to power 6 monitors. Matrox duel head & nVidia Quadro NVS 4 head card. Seems that after having 2 failing hard drives and installing a new IDE HD, I'm still getting freezes and auto re-boots. When playing video on the monitors powered by the nVidia I can't get a picture in full screen but can see an image in "normal view". On the Matrox powered monitors when I try to put a youtube video to full screen the mouse & image freeze but can still hear it. I'm wondering if maybe my 10 year old custom computer is starting to "fail" - Motherboard, CPU, or Video cards. Could be one or more components. I just don't know how to figure out what's causing the problems. The new hard drive fixed the major crashes I was having with the old, failed hard drive, but still getting freeze and re-boot issues.
Remember, this is a fresh install of XP pro on a brand new drive. All updates completed. Drivers updated to the best of my knowledge. What kind of software issue could it be? If it is that. Or is the video card (s) starting to fail?
Also, can one bad V Card cause the other to have issues and freeze the system? Thanks.
E|||Yeah, it is a tough one. Any component that might be failing in the system could cause unwanted problems.
If it were me, I would start from the top - download memtestx86 and make sure the RAM is all good for starters.
A mainboard of that age could have failing components. Check to see if you have any bulging capacitors. The following image (in the link) is a good example of what to look for;
http://www.thenakedpc.com/dan/Bulging_Ca…
If you see any like the ones on the left of the image, it is time for a new mainboard.
If you are keen enough, you could check inside the power supply for the same type of thing (be careful though).
CPU's are fairly solid, tthe normally either go or they don't, so I'd probably rule that one out.
Good luck :)
Remember, this is a fresh install of XP pro on a brand new drive. All updates completed. Drivers updated to the best of my knowledge. What kind of software issue could it be? If it is that. Or is the video card (s) starting to fail?
Also, can one bad V Card cause the other to have issues and freeze the system? Thanks.
E|||Yeah, it is a tough one. Any component that might be failing in the system could cause unwanted problems.
If it were me, I would start from the top - download memtestx86 and make sure the RAM is all good for starters.
A mainboard of that age could have failing components. Check to see if you have any bulging capacitors. The following image (in the link) is a good example of what to look for;
http://www.thenakedpc.com/dan/Bulging_Ca…
If you see any like the ones on the left of the image, it is time for a new mainboard.
If you are keen enough, you could check inside the power supply for the same type of thing (be careful though).
CPU's are fairly solid, tthe normally either go or they don't, so I'd probably rule that one out.
Good luck :)
New computer, video card running hot?
I recently got a new computer and everything works fine besides when I plug in a PCIe video card. I have tried multiple videocards and all of them run really hot just sitting at the desktop. One was running at 100 C! The power supply is a 500 watt and none of the video cards I tried require anywhere near that amount.
The motherboard has 2 PCIe slots and I have the problem on both slots. The onboard video works perfectly fine. The case has the side off and none of the other components report any heat issues. I don't think airflow is a problem. The video card fan is working on all the video cards I tried. The video cards also worked fine before this new computer. I used HW Monitor by CPUID to check the temperatures. I have made sure all drivers are updated and properly installed. The OS is fresh as I just formatted and installed windows 7 today.
I have searched around and have found no answer. Any Ideas?|||>It sounds like you are doing everything right. This makes it difficult to try and troubleshoot the problem.
If it is not airflow, you are having the problem with multiple cards and the case side is off, then there could be only two possibilities:
Either the motherboard is defective, basically, the PCIe slot is defective, or it could be a capacitor on the motherboard the is the actual cause...no way to tell without having the board plugged into an oscilloscope and you would have to have the electronic circuitry diagrams.
Second potential cause is probably more the power supply itself. It is possible that the power supply is defective and actually sending more voltage to the video card than what is required...or the second problem could be that your power supply is inadequate for the power requirement needs of the card(s) and is overworking itself trying to keep up. If it is being caused by this, you can expect the power supply to burn up and cease functioning.
In either case, I think you have a serious issue with one of the electronic components that is common to everything. Those two possibilities, one of them is probably the issue - either the defective motherboard or the underpowered power supply or a defective power supply that is producing more than the regulated 12 volts. You could buy a small multimeter and then test the voltage coming out of the 6 or 8 pin power connectors to see if you are getting mroe than 12 Volts. That might be away to eliminate an over-voltage situation, but it stil doesn't say how many volts are being supplied if your power supply is under rated and is working overtime. One thing might be to unplug the computer right after running it for a while and just place your hand near the power supply and see if it is hot itself. If so, I bet you that you have an underpowered supply and the cards are going to burn that underpowered supply out.
If none of that is the cause - it may just in fact be a bad motherboard with one or more capacitors on the PCIe bus that is malfunctioning.|||Try using this Sidebar Gadget to double check the temp reading. It is what I use to monitor my GPU. Check out the link below. I use #3 because I run both ATI and Nvidia cards. Hope this helps. Good Luck.
http://windows7themes.net/windows-7-gpu-…|||Try this program:
http://www.techpowerup.com/downloads/Sys…
Look at the temp, if its still that high then id blame the cards since you have covered all of your bases with airflow. You sure the fan is spinning?|||Where did you get the 100C reading from? Sounds like a false reading to me. If the fan on the card is working then there's no way the card should be that hot at idle. Perhaps after a couple of hours of gaming at 100% GPU load it might reach 100C but not when it's doing nothing at all but displaying your desktop.
If its a Radeon card, load CCC and check the cards temps using that.
For an NVIDIA card, use nTune to check the temps of the card.
Modern cards are build to withstand extreme temperatures, even up to 110C but even so, that's too hot. That sort of heat is going to make the ambient temp in the case very high. Not good.
You could try what i do with my 6970. I use CCC to manually set the cards fan speed to about 50% when gaming. It's a little bit loud but who cares when there are cool explosions and shotgun blasts to listen to when gaming.
Manually setting the cards fan speed keeps the card at a decent temp all the time, instead of having it on auto. When my card is on auto fan control, the temp goes crazy, then the fan goes crazy to cool it down, then the fan slows a bit and the temp goes up again, then the fan goes crazy to bring the temp down. I don't like the constant fluctuation of temps like that and i find that manually setting the fan at 50% keeps the card nice and cool all the time.
then when i'm not gaming i just lower the fan speed to about 30% because the card doesn't get hot when not gaming and 30% is quieter than 50%|||I suspect you are getting false (greatly inaccurate) temperature readings. You should be close to 70C or so after gaming for several hours. Idle should be closer to 50 or 60C. If you are reading 100C, I would suspect that is a false reading.
BUT, something you need to understand (and not too many people do) is that the primary purpose of the case is to DIRECT airflow, for cooling purposes. The goal of proper system cooling is NOT to keep the air inside the case cooler (although that helps), but to ELIMINATE HOT SPOTS. In order to eliminate hot spots, a properly designed case needs to be closed.
If you have the side of the case off, that WILL cause your video card to run a little hotter. Although the interior of the case is "cooler"...there is also less airflow past the video card area.
Case open...cooler air, but disrupted airflow
Case closed...warmer air, but proper airflow = overall better cooling
I'm sure you've noticed that if you are outside on a breezy day, it can FEEL colder than it actually is, right? Same concept. Your computer will be better cooled if the case is CLOSED. Assuming your case is designed properly.
I'm sure your video card will be cooler once you close the case. Unfortunately, I believe you will still get false readings of temperature. I personally wouldn't worry about the high temp. reading on the video card (probably WRONG) unless you had other symptoms of over-heating. Like, if the video locks up shortly after starting a game or something like that.
Oh, and close the case. :)
The motherboard has 2 PCIe slots and I have the problem on both slots. The onboard video works perfectly fine. The case has the side off and none of the other components report any heat issues. I don't think airflow is a problem. The video card fan is working on all the video cards I tried. The video cards also worked fine before this new computer. I used HW Monitor by CPUID to check the temperatures. I have made sure all drivers are updated and properly installed. The OS is fresh as I just formatted and installed windows 7 today.
I have searched around and have found no answer. Any Ideas?|||>It sounds like you are doing everything right. This makes it difficult to try and troubleshoot the problem.
If it is not airflow, you are having the problem with multiple cards and the case side is off, then there could be only two possibilities:
Either the motherboard is defective, basically, the PCIe slot is defective, or it could be a capacitor on the motherboard the is the actual cause...no way to tell without having the board plugged into an oscilloscope and you would have to have the electronic circuitry diagrams.
Second potential cause is probably more the power supply itself. It is possible that the power supply is defective and actually sending more voltage to the video card than what is required...or the second problem could be that your power supply is inadequate for the power requirement needs of the card(s) and is overworking itself trying to keep up. If it is being caused by this, you can expect the power supply to burn up and cease functioning.
In either case, I think you have a serious issue with one of the electronic components that is common to everything. Those two possibilities, one of them is probably the issue - either the defective motherboard or the underpowered power supply or a defective power supply that is producing more than the regulated 12 volts. You could buy a small multimeter and then test the voltage coming out of the 6 or 8 pin power connectors to see if you are getting mroe than 12 Volts. That might be away to eliminate an over-voltage situation, but it stil doesn't say how many volts are being supplied if your power supply is under rated and is working overtime. One thing might be to unplug the computer right after running it for a while and just place your hand near the power supply and see if it is hot itself. If so, I bet you that you have an underpowered supply and the cards are going to burn that underpowered supply out.
If none of that is the cause - it may just in fact be a bad motherboard with one or more capacitors on the PCIe bus that is malfunctioning.|||Try using this Sidebar Gadget to double check the temp reading. It is what I use to monitor my GPU. Check out the link below. I use #3 because I run both ATI and Nvidia cards. Hope this helps. Good Luck.
http://windows7themes.net/windows-7-gpu-…|||Try this program:
http://www.techpowerup.com/downloads/Sys…
Look at the temp, if its still that high then id blame the cards since you have covered all of your bases with airflow. You sure the fan is spinning?|||Where did you get the 100C reading from? Sounds like a false reading to me. If the fan on the card is working then there's no way the card should be that hot at idle. Perhaps after a couple of hours of gaming at 100% GPU load it might reach 100C but not when it's doing nothing at all but displaying your desktop.
If its a Radeon card, load CCC and check the cards temps using that.
For an NVIDIA card, use nTune to check the temps of the card.
Modern cards are build to withstand extreme temperatures, even up to 110C but even so, that's too hot. That sort of heat is going to make the ambient temp in the case very high. Not good.
You could try what i do with my 6970. I use CCC to manually set the cards fan speed to about 50% when gaming. It's a little bit loud but who cares when there are cool explosions and shotgun blasts to listen to when gaming.
Manually setting the cards fan speed keeps the card at a decent temp all the time, instead of having it on auto. When my card is on auto fan control, the temp goes crazy, then the fan goes crazy to cool it down, then the fan slows a bit and the temp goes up again, then the fan goes crazy to bring the temp down. I don't like the constant fluctuation of temps like that and i find that manually setting the fan at 50% keeps the card nice and cool all the time.
then when i'm not gaming i just lower the fan speed to about 30% because the card doesn't get hot when not gaming and 30% is quieter than 50%|||I suspect you are getting false (greatly inaccurate) temperature readings. You should be close to 70C or so after gaming for several hours. Idle should be closer to 50 or 60C. If you are reading 100C, I would suspect that is a false reading.
BUT, something you need to understand (and not too many people do) is that the primary purpose of the case is to DIRECT airflow, for cooling purposes. The goal of proper system cooling is NOT to keep the air inside the case cooler (although that helps), but to ELIMINATE HOT SPOTS. In order to eliminate hot spots, a properly designed case needs to be closed.
If you have the side of the case off, that WILL cause your video card to run a little hotter. Although the interior of the case is "cooler"...there is also less airflow past the video card area.
Case open...cooler air, but disrupted airflow
Case closed...warmer air, but proper airflow = overall better cooling
I'm sure you've noticed that if you are outside on a breezy day, it can FEEL colder than it actually is, right? Same concept. Your computer will be better cooled if the case is CLOSED. Assuming your case is designed properly.
I'm sure your video card will be cooler once you close the case. Unfortunately, I believe you will still get false readings of temperature. I personally wouldn't worry about the high temp. reading on the video card (probably WRONG) unless you had other symptoms of over-heating. Like, if the video locks up shortly after starting a game or something like that.
Oh, and close the case. :)
Does this video card work with this motherboard?
EVGA GeForce GTX 260 Video Card - 896MB GDDR3, PCI Express 2.0 x16, SLI Ready, (Dual Link) Dual DVI, HDTV, Dual VGA Support
Lifestyle: Enthusiast
Chipset: NVIDIA GeForce
GPU Series: NVIDIA GeForce 200
GPU/VPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260
RAMDAC: Dual 400 MHz
Fill Rate per Second: 36.9 Billion pixels
Additional Features: HDTV Ready
PCI Express 2.0
HDCP Enabled (Dual-Link)
Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Digital)
Video Memory: 896MB
Memory Type: GDDR3
Memory Interface: 448-bit
Stream Processors: 192
Core Clock: 576 MHz
Memory Clock: 1998 MHz
Shader Clock: 1242 MHz
Memory Bandwidth: 111.9GB/sec.
Interface Type: PCI Express 2.0
Interface Speed: x16
Connector(s): Dual DVI (Dual Link)
HDTV/S-Video
VGA (w/DVI to VGA Adapter)
Multiple Monitors Support: Yes
Multi-GPU Support: 3-Way SLI
Overclocked: No
APIs: DirectX 10
OpenGL 2.1
NVIDIA CUDA
1080p Support: Yes
Video Output: DVI
S-Video
Low Profile: No
Cooling Type: Fan, Heatsink
WebID: 10117887
Mfr. Part Number: FQ621AA#A2L
Base Features
Processor Type Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q8200
Processor Speed 2.33GHz
RAM 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2 SDRAM
Hard Drive Speed/Capacity 640GB 7200RPM SATA
Optical Drives SuperMulti DVD Burner with LightScribe
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 9500 GS
Pre-loaded Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium 64-Bit w/ SP1
Graphics
Dedicated Video Memory Yes
Shared Video Memory 2303MB Total Available Graphics Memory
TV Tuner No
Video Memory 512MB Dedicated Video
Display
HDCP Compliant Not Applicable
Native Screen Resolution Not Applicable
Screen Size/Type Not Applicable
Audio
Audio Output 8 Speaker Configurable
Digital Input No
Digital Output No
Integrated Microphone No
Line Out Yes
Line-In input Yes
Microphone Input Yes
Sound Card High Definition Audio
Speaker Wattage Not Applicable
Speakers No
Networking
Ethernet Port Intergrated 10/100/1000Mbps
Integrated Bluetooth No
Integrated WiFi No
Inputs/Outputs
Card Reader Front Panel 15-in-1 Memory Card Reader
Component Output No
Composite Output No
DVI Output No
E-SATA No
FireWire (IEEE 1394) 1 Front, 1 Back
HDMI Yes
Keyboard HP Multimedia Keyboard
Modem No
Mouse HP Optical Mouse
Remote No
S-Video Output No
USB 2.0 2 Front, 4 Back
VGA Output Yes
Webcam No
Computing Features
Available AGP Slots Not Applicable
Available Hard Drive Bays 2 Internal 3.5", 1 External 3.5"
Available Memory Slots 4 DIMM (240-pin, DDR2) (Occupied)
Available Optical Bays 2 External 5.25" (One Available)
Available PCI Slots 1 PCI (One available)
Available PCI-E Slots 2 PCI Express x1, 1 PCI Express x16
Power Supply Not Provided By Manufacturer
Processor Cache 4MB L2 Cache
Removable Storage No
System Bus 1333MHz Front Side Bus
Software
Loaded Software 1 Microsoft Works 9
Loaded Software 2 Adobe Reader 8
Loaded Software 3 Cyberlink DVD Suite Deluxe
Loaded Software 4
Operating System Language Bilingual
Product Features
Tower Depth 41.35 cm
Tower Height 38.71 cm
Tower Width 17.50 cm
Warranty Labour 1 Year Limited
Warranty Parts 1 Year Limited
Tower Weight 9.98 kg|||1) dude... WAY too much info. ppl are going to see all that and just pass by. you are better off just putting links to the products instead of copy and pasting all of that
2) yes it will work in that case. you will have to remove the 9500GS that it comes with (not a big deal)
Lifestyle: Enthusiast
Chipset: NVIDIA GeForce
GPU Series: NVIDIA GeForce 200
GPU/VPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260
RAMDAC: Dual 400 MHz
Fill Rate per Second: 36.9 Billion pixels
Additional Features: HDTV Ready
PCI Express 2.0
HDCP Enabled (Dual-Link)
Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Digital)
Video Memory: 896MB
Memory Type: GDDR3
Memory Interface: 448-bit
Stream Processors: 192
Core Clock: 576 MHz
Memory Clock: 1998 MHz
Shader Clock: 1242 MHz
Memory Bandwidth: 111.9GB/sec.
Interface Type: PCI Express 2.0
Interface Speed: x16
Connector(s): Dual DVI (Dual Link)
HDTV/S-Video
VGA (w/DVI to VGA Adapter)
Multiple Monitors Support: Yes
Multi-GPU Support: 3-Way SLI
Overclocked: No
APIs: DirectX 10
OpenGL 2.1
NVIDIA CUDA
1080p Support: Yes
Video Output: DVI
S-Video
Low Profile: No
Cooling Type: Fan, Heatsink
WebID: 10117887
Mfr. Part Number: FQ621AA#A2L
Base Features
Processor Type Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q8200
Processor Speed 2.33GHz
RAM 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2 SDRAM
Hard Drive Speed/Capacity 640GB 7200RPM SATA
Optical Drives SuperMulti DVD Burner with LightScribe
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 9500 GS
Pre-loaded Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium 64-Bit w/ SP1
Graphics
Dedicated Video Memory Yes
Shared Video Memory 2303MB Total Available Graphics Memory
TV Tuner No
Video Memory 512MB Dedicated Video
Display
HDCP Compliant Not Applicable
Native Screen Resolution Not Applicable
Screen Size/Type Not Applicable
Audio
Audio Output 8 Speaker Configurable
Digital Input No
Digital Output No
Integrated Microphone No
Line Out Yes
Line-In input Yes
Microphone Input Yes
Sound Card High Definition Audio
Speaker Wattage Not Applicable
Speakers No
Networking
Ethernet Port Intergrated 10/100/1000Mbps
Integrated Bluetooth No
Integrated WiFi No
Inputs/Outputs
Card Reader Front Panel 15-in-1 Memory Card Reader
Component Output No
Composite Output No
DVI Output No
E-SATA No
FireWire (IEEE 1394) 1 Front, 1 Back
HDMI Yes
Keyboard HP Multimedia Keyboard
Modem No
Mouse HP Optical Mouse
Remote No
S-Video Output No
USB 2.0 2 Front, 4 Back
VGA Output Yes
Webcam No
Computing Features
Available AGP Slots Not Applicable
Available Hard Drive Bays 2 Internal 3.5", 1 External 3.5"
Available Memory Slots 4 DIMM (240-pin, DDR2) (Occupied)
Available Optical Bays 2 External 5.25" (One Available)
Available PCI Slots 1 PCI (One available)
Available PCI-E Slots 2 PCI Express x1, 1 PCI Express x16
Power Supply Not Provided By Manufacturer
Processor Cache 4MB L2 Cache
Removable Storage No
System Bus 1333MHz Front Side Bus
Software
Loaded Software 1 Microsoft Works 9
Loaded Software 2 Adobe Reader 8
Loaded Software 3 Cyberlink DVD Suite Deluxe
Loaded Software 4
Operating System Language Bilingual
Product Features
Tower Depth 41.35 cm
Tower Height 38.71 cm
Tower Width 17.50 cm
Warranty Labour 1 Year Limited
Warranty Parts 1 Year Limited
Tower Weight 9.98 kg|||1) dude... WAY too much info. ppl are going to see all that and just pass by. you are better off just putting links to the products instead of copy and pasting all of that
2) yes it will work in that case. you will have to remove the 9500GS that it comes with (not a big deal)
How mcuh video ram does this usb graphics card have?
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/USB-SVGA-multi-video-external-DVI-display-graphics-card-/140446049810?pt=UK_Computing_Computer_Components_Graphics_Video_TV_Cards_TW#ht_3940wt_1137
title says all.|||That's not a graphics card at all, it allows you to connect an SVGA monitor to your computer using a USB port, as it is an Adapter.|||lol this is by far the funniest question i've seen in a while. Successful troll is successful
title says all.|||That's not a graphics card at all, it allows you to connect an SVGA monitor to your computer using a USB port, as it is an Adapter.|||lol this is by far the funniest question i've seen in a while. Successful troll is successful
What are the the best and fastest computer components for a super PC (memory,hdd,video,audio card etc.)?
Latest technology and innovation for
hdd, video card, sound card, mother board, memory|||I liked gunner's and dvfraz's answers the best, but before you spend any money on a new computer, you must come to terms with the truth about the PC market:
If you buy the latest, cutting edge equipment and pay top dollar for it, as soon as it arrives and you take it out of the box, it is already outperformed by the next-gen thing that came out while your PC was being delivered.
My advice is to buy the technology that was "new" a month ago. There is usually a minimal difference in performance (like a 3.2Ghz dual core processor versus a 3.4Ghz dual core), but the cost difference is significant.
I prefer AMD vs. Intel processors.
ATI vs. NVidia video cards.
AsusTek motherboards vs. anything else.
Maxtor SATA HDD.
RAM is the cheapest upgrade to any PC. Get at least a Gig.|||computers are hard to keep up to date with everything "NEW" unless u plan on spending alot of money! parts go obselete in weeks.|||Well, you have so many things to choose from. The best kind would be to go for an ASUS premium motherboard, with around 2GB of RAM.Try the 7 series graphics cards from NVidia. Go for a dual core processor. That's all if you really wanna spend. The best gaming PC currently available is the DELL XPS gaming system. The thing's built for dreams !!!|||Too hard to say! At this minute, Dual-core 64 bit processors are the "Thing". They are fast, but there aren't any programs (at this tick) to support them or the single-core 64-bit either. Everything right now is at 32-bit. they'll change in a tick! HDDs, SATA IIs are the thing, if you have a mobo to support it properly! Video, 1GB? are out there. Audio, the last I saw 8.1. Memory, I think 2GB+ per stick are there, again mobo support is needed. Again, I don't spend all day looking for the "latest and greatest"!|||Check out this
Dell XPS 600 Renegade
This system is the best ever i heard of!
See the full specifications and trust your eyes!|||not yet invented...
hdd, video card, sound card, mother board, memory|||I liked gunner's and dvfraz's answers the best, but before you spend any money on a new computer, you must come to terms with the truth about the PC market:
If you buy the latest, cutting edge equipment and pay top dollar for it, as soon as it arrives and you take it out of the box, it is already outperformed by the next-gen thing that came out while your PC was being delivered.
My advice is to buy the technology that was "new" a month ago. There is usually a minimal difference in performance (like a 3.2Ghz dual core processor versus a 3.4Ghz dual core), but the cost difference is significant.
I prefer AMD vs. Intel processors.
ATI vs. NVidia video cards.
AsusTek motherboards vs. anything else.
Maxtor SATA HDD.
RAM is the cheapest upgrade to any PC. Get at least a Gig.|||computers are hard to keep up to date with everything "NEW" unless u plan on spending alot of money! parts go obselete in weeks.|||Well, you have so many things to choose from. The best kind would be to go for an ASUS premium motherboard, with around 2GB of RAM.Try the 7 series graphics cards from NVidia. Go for a dual core processor. That's all if you really wanna spend. The best gaming PC currently available is the DELL XPS gaming system. The thing's built for dreams !!!|||Too hard to say! At this minute, Dual-core 64 bit processors are the "Thing". They are fast, but there aren't any programs (at this tick) to support them or the single-core 64-bit either. Everything right now is at 32-bit. they'll change in a tick! HDDs, SATA IIs are the thing, if you have a mobo to support it properly! Video, 1GB? are out there. Audio, the last I saw 8.1. Memory, I think 2GB+ per stick are there, again mobo support is needed. Again, I don't spend all day looking for the "latest and greatest"!|||Check out this
Dell XPS 600 Renegade
This system is the best ever i heard of!
See the full specifications and trust your eyes!|||not yet invented...
Which component of video card communicates with monitor while displaying image on the monitor screen?
That's slightly like asking what part of the car makes the car go forward. The motor, sure. But the motor itself is comprised of many different parts that are required. A video card has two 'key' parts:
1) GPU, which is the graphics processor.
2) VRAM/Page Buffer/Memory, where the stuff is stored.
As for the part, it would be the GPU that is doing it but there are many things which are required for these to work. The voltage regulators, the heatsink/fans. Then you have the crossfire support and a few other things. Some cards have extra stuff as well. nVidia (at least used to) have a separate chip for sending the graphics signal to the monitor. These chips were third party made, and as such you could get a difference in picture quality between different brands of the same type of chip. Whereas ATI has that built directly onto the GPU these days so all ATI cards of the same model have pretty much the exact same picture quality.|||The video card is the component. The card can interface with your motherboard via AGP or PCI Express. Your monitor interfaces via VGA, DVI, S-video cables.
1) GPU, which is the graphics processor.
2) VRAM/Page Buffer/Memory, where the stuff is stored.
As for the part, it would be the GPU that is doing it but there are many things which are required for these to work. The voltage regulators, the heatsink/fans. Then you have the crossfire support and a few other things. Some cards have extra stuff as well. nVidia (at least used to) have a separate chip for sending the graphics signal to the monitor. These chips were third party made, and as such you could get a difference in picture quality between different brands of the same type of chip. Whereas ATI has that built directly onto the GPU these days so all ATI cards of the same model have pretty much the exact same picture quality.|||The video card is the component. The card can interface with your motherboard via AGP or PCI Express. Your monitor interfaces via VGA, DVI, S-video cables.
How can I check the video card I have?
I ran msinfo32 and i looked at Component>>Display but it is blank. How can i check what video card i have?
I re-installed windows xp on my comp because of a virus and the graphics
were much better before I wiped out my comp. I bought my comp back in 2004 so it isnt an Nvidia or ATI. Its a compaq.
BEST ANSWER = 10 POINTS!!|||Compaq is just the company who put the pc together. So that doesn't meant its not Nvidia or ATI. In fact if its Compaq you probably don't have an actual card and instead have built in graphics on the motherboard (could still be ATI/Nvidia).
To find what you have click on Start> Run> Type in "devmgmt.msc" and click OK> Look in the list for "Display adapters"> Click the little cross to expand it and you should see the name of you graphics card/chip.|||Just tell me your Compaq model number, I'll tell you which video card you have.
Chances are you need the Intel Graphics Drivers, as it is likely an Intel chipset/Intel Integrated Graphics setup.
It might show the graphics adapter as an Unknown Device in Device Manager.|||Open it up
Or go to device manager in System, and look under video|||Go to pcpitstop.com and take the test.
I re-installed windows xp on my comp because of a virus and the graphics
were much better before I wiped out my comp. I bought my comp back in 2004 so it isnt an Nvidia or ATI. Its a compaq.
BEST ANSWER = 10 POINTS!!|||Compaq is just the company who put the pc together. So that doesn't meant its not Nvidia or ATI. In fact if its Compaq you probably don't have an actual card and instead have built in graphics on the motherboard (could still be ATI/Nvidia).
To find what you have click on Start> Run> Type in "devmgmt.msc" and click OK> Look in the list for "Display adapters"> Click the little cross to expand it and you should see the name of you graphics card/chip.|||Just tell me your Compaq model number, I'll tell you which video card you have.
Chances are you need the Intel Graphics Drivers, as it is likely an Intel chipset/Intel Integrated Graphics setup.
It might show the graphics adapter as an Unknown Device in Device Manager.|||Open it up
Or go to device manager in System, and look under video|||Go to pcpitstop.com and take the test.
Setting up a video card with a brand new computer?
I just bought a new computer with all of the components. The motherboard, which is a Intel Desktop Board D915PGN, has no onboard video. The motherboard currently has 2.5 GB of RAM and a pentium 4 3.00Ghz cpu. There is no OS installed. Is it possible to use VisionTek Radeon HD 5450 1GB video card to get video from the computer?.|||When you load your software it will install basic drivers for your graphics card. When you have installed your motherboard drivers, reboot and then install your graphics drivers.|||a Pentium 4 is not a new. the mother board/it has a PCIe slot
the card will fit the motherboard and you should be able to install a OS on it|||Not if there is no operating system installed.
the card will fit the motherboard and you should be able to install a OS on it|||Not if there is no operating system installed.
Where can i buy a 4 pin s video to male RGB component caable?
I bought a video capture card recently which has an s video and standard Y rca hookup on it. my cable dvr box only has the component RGB and audio RW and regular rca Y video. I am looking to get the best quality from my dvr and would like to find a 4 pin s video to male component cable to make it work.|||Check out meritline.com They have tons of specialty cables, and great prices too.
Has anyone gotten an ATI Radeon 1650 pro graphics/video card to work on a 400w power supply?
I have installed the card as the directions told me to and can not get any video output from the card. It will not let me install the drivers, I get "Setup was unable to find components that can be installed on your current hardware or software configuration. Please make sure you have the required hardware or software." every time I try to install them (they are the correct drivers). I've changed BIOS settings to read from PCIE first, completely removed and reinstalled the card and tried everything I can think of. The fan on the card spins but no output. I am currently using onboard graphics in a gigabyte m55plus-s3g mobo.
My system:
400w ps
amd athlon x2 2.2 cpu
3 gigs ddr2 800
one optical drive
one hdd
msi tv tuner card
Would a bigger power supply fix the problem, or do I have a bad card?|||with the card still in the machine, try plugging the monitor into your integrated graphics, if it works, you have you disable the integrated graphics in BIOS.
if that doesn't work i'd say the card is bad
i ran a 1600 pro on a 350 watter and am now running a radeon HD 3850 (recommended 450w) on the same 350 watter ( its very underrated..lol)
although i do have a 500 watter sitting on the floor waiting to be slapped in there..
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REPLYING TO WHAT YOU ADDED.you may have told it to check the pcie first, but the integrated runs on PCIE too. so something mightbe confused in the machine..lol
there should be an option to disable onboard graphics in there..most mobos these days automatically disable the onboard chip as soon as another graphics card is put in, but the option to disable it manually is still in the bios..
you shouldnt get output on the integrated, if it was truly automatically disabled when the new card was put in
disable it in bios and change everything else back
My system:
400w ps
amd athlon x2 2.2 cpu
3 gigs ddr2 800
one optical drive
one hdd
msi tv tuner card
Would a bigger power supply fix the problem, or do I have a bad card?|||with the card still in the machine, try plugging the monitor into your integrated graphics, if it works, you have you disable the integrated graphics in BIOS.
if that doesn't work i'd say the card is bad
i ran a 1600 pro on a 350 watter and am now running a radeon HD 3850 (recommended 450w) on the same 350 watter ( its very underrated..lol)
although i do have a 500 watter sitting on the floor waiting to be slapped in there..
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REPLYING TO WHAT YOU ADDED.you may have told it to check the pcie first, but the integrated runs on PCIE too. so something mightbe confused in the machine..lol
there should be an option to disable onboard graphics in there..most mobos these days automatically disable the onboard chip as soon as another graphics card is put in, but the option to disable it manually is still in the bios..
you shouldnt get output on the integrated, if it was truly automatically disabled when the new card was put in
disable it in bios and change everything else back
My Computer Started to Beep Under Load After New Video Card Instalation?
Hi, I recently got two nvidia GTX 470 in sli. However when ever a play a high end graphics game under high settings and resolution(like metro 2033 at very high settings and 1900/1200 resolution) the computer(probably video card) start to beep. Interestingly when a lower settings and resolution the beeps generally stop or only happen at times when higher graphics processing is required like going through fog,smoke or explosions and after passing fog smoke or explosions the beep stops. In my opinion the problem is not temperature related because the cards are quite cold event at heavy load(around 85 C which is cold for nvidia based cards) also ı believe it is not cpu related because ı have been using that cpu for quite a long time without any problems(and the problem stated with the new video cards). I think my problem is related to my power supply ,which is 750watts(and ı have many extra components like liquid cooling and case lights). I think 750 watts cannot supply enough power for 470 sli and under heavy load, the video cards beeps to warn about power shortage. I am really interested in learning your opinions and if my PSU explanation is true or not. And if it is PSU related , how much watts i require for a 470 gtx sli. Thank You.|||Your theory is undoubtedly correct. Your supply cannot provide enough current with all the graphic options turned up. Since things seem to work with lower settings, that implies that 750 watts is (barely) enough. You can find out just how much more you need by reading the docs, but it doesn't have to be precise. Generally you don't want to run a supply at its full capacity for any length of time anyway, so while an 850-watt supply might be enough, it won't give you the headroom you need to keep the supply itself happy. So go for a 1000-watt supply, and get a good name. PC Power & Cooling used to be the best of the best, but CoolerMaster's premium line is probably as good.
Here's a link that will allow you to estimate your current needs. Take the upper range values in every case. Remember you have two PCI-E video cards.|||Yes i agree with you it could also be some form of system resources deficiency could be faults in video card prebuffer for it could be having conflicting data with game try turning off maybe or lowering those effects while maintaining the same resolution see if this helps if you want more help or further question's just send me an email on my page and ill get back to you today tomorrow.|||It's listed just about everywhere you can buy a GTX470 online about how much wattage and amps you need to run it. And if it's beeping while under load then it's obvious a PSU issue|||Your computer is overheating 85 celsius is by no standard cold
if you must know use the conversion of celsius to farenheit
185 farenheit will absolutely destroy your card if you continue to run it at that temp!!!
Add more fans or remove one of your vid cards.... your cards wont last more than a year if you dont
IT says maximum 105 for every card, but even my card at 65 celsius when it hits 75 overheats some times
It also looks like you have somewaht of power issue as well
Here's a link that will allow you to estimate your current needs. Take the upper range values in every case. Remember you have two PCI-E video cards.|||Yes i agree with you it could also be some form of system resources deficiency could be faults in video card prebuffer for it could be having conflicting data with game try turning off maybe or lowering those effects while maintaining the same resolution see if this helps if you want more help or further question's just send me an email on my page and ill get back to you today tomorrow.|||It's listed just about everywhere you can buy a GTX470 online about how much wattage and amps you need to run it. And if it's beeping while under load then it's obvious a PSU issue|||Your computer is overheating 85 celsius is by no standard cold
if you must know use the conversion of celsius to farenheit
185 farenheit will absolutely destroy your card if you continue to run it at that temp!!!
Add more fans or remove one of your vid cards.... your cards wont last more than a year if you dont
IT says maximum 105 for every card, but even my card at 65 celsius when it hits 75 overheats some times
It also looks like you have somewaht of power issue as well
Is My Video Card Fried?
Last night when I turned my computer on, the monitor said check signal cable or something. So I tried another monitor with my computer and it still said the same thing, so my monitor isn't the problem.
I'm afraid my video card is fried, however when I turn the computer on the fan on the GPU (or video card) is moving, and so is the power fan, as well as the CPU fan. The green power light on the mother board turns on, so I believe that all components are fine, but I could be wrong.
I'm too afraid of touching anything in my computer, as I do not want to break anything or cause any further damage (if there already is some).
Any advice is greatly appreciated.
PS - There are "beeping" noises when I turn it on, although they are more like "sounds" and not really beeps. It's sounds like it's coming from the CD Drive though...|||At boot up the system will beep for faults. One short beep and a blank screen OR 1 long and 3 short beeps is video failure to initialise. You did the other test, a different monitor so yes, your card is fried. If it is an onboard chip you can just buy a video card. Make sure your board has the right slots to take what you buy cause you can't just take em back. If you are just replacing a slot card with another in the same slot and the new one doesn't work then the slot is the problem, that means a new board. If you are replacing with a card type that goes in a different slot OR if you are adding a slot card to replace your duff onboard chip then you have to change the BIOS. At boot up press "del" or F2 (it tells you which one on screen) and find the video setting. Here pick which one is your new card, exit saving the changes and boot, install the new driver and you are there.|||If you have no idea what your are doing take it to a local repair shop. NOT GEEK SQUAD but someone local.
From what you describe so far, the problem could be just about anything.|||You might be hearing beep error codes. Those are very important to diagnosing your problem! What pattern is there to the beeps?
I'm afraid my video card is fried, however when I turn the computer on the fan on the GPU (or video card) is moving, and so is the power fan, as well as the CPU fan. The green power light on the mother board turns on, so I believe that all components are fine, but I could be wrong.
I'm too afraid of touching anything in my computer, as I do not want to break anything or cause any further damage (if there already is some).
Any advice is greatly appreciated.
PS - There are "beeping" noises when I turn it on, although they are more like "sounds" and not really beeps. It's sounds like it's coming from the CD Drive though...|||At boot up the system will beep for faults. One short beep and a blank screen OR 1 long and 3 short beeps is video failure to initialise. You did the other test, a different monitor so yes, your card is fried. If it is an onboard chip you can just buy a video card. Make sure your board has the right slots to take what you buy cause you can't just take em back. If you are just replacing a slot card with another in the same slot and the new one doesn't work then the slot is the problem, that means a new board. If you are replacing with a card type that goes in a different slot OR if you are adding a slot card to replace your duff onboard chip then you have to change the BIOS. At boot up press "del" or F2 (it tells you which one on screen) and find the video setting. Here pick which one is your new card, exit saving the changes and boot, install the new driver and you are there.|||If you have no idea what your are doing take it to a local repair shop. NOT GEEK SQUAD but someone local.
From what you describe so far, the problem could be just about anything.|||You might be hearing beep error codes. Those are very important to diagnosing your problem! What pattern is there to the beeps?
What are the optimum computer components for video conferencing?
My mother has a Dell computer with a speed of (I'm guessing) 1 gigahz. It is about 4 to 5 years old. Is this good enough for viewing video conferencing with a broadband IP? She can't travel and I am undergoing chemo treatments. This and other factors has resulted in a 2 years since I have seen her. I suspect it doesn't have much of a video card and probably 250 to 500 meg memory. So where is it best to optimize the video conferencing components: memory, or video card, or cpu speed? I don't have much money to spend on it being upgraded.|||It will be fine ,dear.
But both use the same upgraded messenger:or Yahoo's latest version.Or windows live messenger,Just plug in a web cam,and Bob is your uncle.If you both use different versions some items will not work,so first get the same version of the messenger.Easy download cost nothing.
Best is web cam plus sound of course need no typing and you can focus on talking.I wish you the best with the chemo.Hope it turns out good for you.
I can recommend the stuff from :Creative:easy to install and use.|||it should be ok to use that pc, however for better video conferencing you should have a fast connection, the faster the better. hope you get well soon with chemo... good luck|||Assuming the computer has at least a 1Ghz processor, and 512MB of RAM, it will do just fine. The video card plays absolutely no part in video conferencing.|||i agree with previous posts, but strangely there is a huge difference in what camera you buy. they are all relatively inexpensive, but Creative seems to give the best picture, i don't know why. you can have a rediculously powerful pc and connection, and 10 dollars difference in what webcam you bought can change everything. also, make sure you are both as well lit as possible.
But both use the same upgraded messenger:or Yahoo's latest version.Or windows live messenger,Just plug in a web cam,and Bob is your uncle.If you both use different versions some items will not work,so first get the same version of the messenger.Easy download cost nothing.
Best is web cam plus sound of course need no typing and you can focus on talking.I wish you the best with the chemo.Hope it turns out good for you.
I can recommend the stuff from :Creative:easy to install and use.|||it should be ok to use that pc, however for better video conferencing you should have a fast connection, the faster the better. hope you get well soon with chemo... good luck|||Assuming the computer has at least a 1Ghz processor, and 512MB of RAM, it will do just fine. The video card plays absolutely no part in video conferencing.|||i agree with previous posts, but strangely there is a huge difference in what camera you buy. they are all relatively inexpensive, but Creative seems to give the best picture, i don't know why. you can have a rediculously powerful pc and connection, and 10 dollars difference in what webcam you bought can change everything. also, make sure you are both as well lit as possible.
How do i find out what video card and other individual components my PC has without opening it up?
as it is in a really akward place?
Thanks in advance.
windows XP
HP Pavilion a800y (PU000AV) CTO Desktop PC |||
I use a free software utility called PCwizard, very handy in identifying all aspects of whats inside your machine.|||Go to start -> run
type in "dxdiag" without the quotes
That should give you all the information you need.|||Check out your hardware profile/BIOS under the control planel.|||START => All Programs =>Accessories => System Tools=> System information|||right click My Computer and select properties, then the hardware tab, then device manager.|||Go to "System Tools" and look for "System Information"
It'll take a while to start up but eventually should tell you everyting you need to know.|||
There are 2 easy methods I use, one allows me to write only what I'm looking for right now, and the other creates a 23+-page report that leaves no questions unanswered.
I use the 23+ page option when people ask me "But the tech wants to know what kind of system I have, so I said it's has Windows - I was right, right?".
Anyway, the first / easiest method is to go to control panel, system, device manager. The lists here are expandable and will show simplified extended info about Your hardware, driver versions, etc.
The second, more intense method is by using any of the Microsoft products including Office (any program), MS Works, or whatever - and clicking on help, about ... From there You'll see a box for "System Info".
This box will show a full report of everything ou could ask about Your system, and it's current config. If a true TECH ever asks about our system, zip and send a saved copy of this file, and they'll solve Your problem(s) as quickly as possible, and probably advise You on a couple speed-up tips and tricks too.
Good Luck!.
|||Id recommend this little program
http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html
its scans your pc and then tells you exactly whats in side and also what drivers they use, useful if u need to update drivers or to see if there are any new ones available.
Give it a go, i think its just what yor after.
Thanks in advance.
windows XP
HP Pavilion a800y (PU000AV) CTO Desktop PC |||
I use a free software utility called PCwizard, very handy in identifying all aspects of whats inside your machine.|||Go to start -> run
type in "dxdiag" without the quotes
That should give you all the information you need.|||Check out your hardware profile/BIOS under the control planel.|||START => All Programs =>Accessories => System Tools=> System information|||right click My Computer and select properties, then the hardware tab, then device manager.|||Go to "System Tools" and look for "System Information"
It'll take a while to start up but eventually should tell you everyting you need to know.|||
There are 2 easy methods I use, one allows me to write only what I'm looking for right now, and the other creates a 23+-page report that leaves no questions unanswered.
I use the 23+ page option when people ask me "But the tech wants to know what kind of system I have, so I said it's has Windows - I was right, right?".
Anyway, the first / easiest method is to go to control panel, system, device manager. The lists here are expandable and will show simplified extended info about Your hardware, driver versions, etc.
The second, more intense method is by using any of the Microsoft products including Office (any program), MS Works, or whatever - and clicking on help, about ... From there You'll see a box for "System Info".
This box will show a full report of everything ou could ask about Your system, and it's current config. If a true TECH ever asks about our system, zip and send a saved copy of this file, and they'll solve Your problem(s) as quickly as possible, and probably advise You on a couple speed-up tips and tricks too.
Good Luck!.
|||Id recommend this little program
http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html
its scans your pc and then tells you exactly whats in side and also what drivers they use, useful if u need to update drivers or to see if there are any new ones available.
Give it a go, i think its just what yor after.
Will a GDDR 5 video card work with DDR 3 RAM?
Hi,
I bought a new new computer with DDR 3 RAM, And i was looking at some of the really good video cards, And there all GDDR 5.
Is that compatible with DDR 3?
Im thinking no, But not sure..
And well we are on the subject, My current video card is a DDR 2, So in the mean time will i be able to use my VC with DDR 2, Although my system will have DDR 3 RAM?
Thanks.
Also, What is the difference between GDDR and DDR?
Thats driving me nutz...lol
Thanks again.
Also, I am aware that even if a new component is comparable with a system, It depends on what kind of system you are running and your power supply to determine if it will run properly..
So you need not mention that:)|||The video card's RAM has absolutely NOTHING to do with the system RAM. So yes, a GDDR5 video card will work on a computer with DDR3 system RAM.
As for GDDR vs DDR, the "G" stands for graphics. GDDR# is a video card memory technology. It is important to note that GDDR# and DDR# are not related. For example, GDDR3 is more architecturally related to DDR2 than DDR3.|||The video card's RAM has absolutely NOTHING to do with the system RAM. So yes, a GDDR5 video card will work on a computer with DDR3 system RAM.
I bought a new new computer with DDR 3 RAM, And i was looking at some of the really good video cards, And there all GDDR 5.
Is that compatible with DDR 3?
Im thinking no, But not sure..
And well we are on the subject, My current video card is a DDR 2, So in the mean time will i be able to use my VC with DDR 2, Although my system will have DDR 3 RAM?
Thanks.
Also, What is the difference between GDDR and DDR?
Thats driving me nutz...lol
Thanks again.
Also, I am aware that even if a new component is comparable with a system, It depends on what kind of system you are running and your power supply to determine if it will run properly..
So you need not mention that:)|||The video card's RAM has absolutely NOTHING to do with the system RAM. So yes, a GDDR5 video card will work on a computer with DDR3 system RAM.
As for GDDR vs DDR, the "G" stands for graphics. GDDR# is a video card memory technology. It is important to note that GDDR# and DDR# are not related. For example, GDDR3 is more architecturally related to DDR2 than DDR3.|||The video card's RAM has absolutely NOTHING to do with the system RAM. So yes, a GDDR5 video card will work on a computer with DDR3 system RAM.
Can i run crysis with this video card?
ok i want to know if this graphics card will run crysis this is the video card and it specs Visiontek Radeon X1650 Pro Video Card - 512MB DDR2, PCI Express, CrossFire Ready, Dual DVI, HDTV, Video Card and it specs are here GPU/VPU: Radeon X1650 Pro
RAMDAC: Dual 400 MHz
Pixel Pipelines: 12
Additional Features: Vista Ready
HDTV Ready
DirectX 9
OpenGL 2.0
Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Digital)
1920 x 1080 (HDTV - 1080i)
2048 x 1536 @ 85Hz (Analog)
Video Memory: 512MB
Memory Type: DDR2
Interface Type: PCI Express
Interface Speed: 16x
Connector(s): Dual DVI
HDTV/S-Video
Multiple Monitors Support: Yes
features Dual DVI-I, TV-Out, component HDTV
Dual Link DVI x2
DirectX 9 + full hardware support
Open GL 2.0 support
Shader Model 3.0
Dual Monitor Support
Avivo display enhancement technology
12 pixel pipelines
256-bit ring bus
Ultra threaded core|||On low depending on the rest of your hardware only 12 pipelines is what turns me away from this. If ATI is your choice I'd recommend the one in the link below...
It's also identically priced with the 1650 @ tiger direct link 2|||yes it will run on mid settings.
RAMDAC: Dual 400 MHz
Pixel Pipelines: 12
Additional Features: Vista Ready
HDTV Ready
DirectX 9
OpenGL 2.0
Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Digital)
1920 x 1080 (HDTV - 1080i)
2048 x 1536 @ 85Hz (Analog)
Video Memory: 512MB
Memory Type: DDR2
Interface Type: PCI Express
Interface Speed: 16x
Connector(s): Dual DVI
HDTV/S-Video
Multiple Monitors Support: Yes
features Dual DVI-I, TV-Out, component HDTV
Dual Link DVI x2
DirectX 9 + full hardware support
Open GL 2.0 support
Shader Model 3.0
Dual Monitor Support
Avivo display enhancement technology
12 pixel pipelines
256-bit ring bus
Ultra threaded core|||On low depending on the rest of your hardware only 12 pipelines is what turns me away from this. If ATI is your choice I'd recommend the one in the link below...
It's also identically priced with the 1650 @ tiger direct link 2|||yes it will run on mid settings.
Why does my computer not pick up on my video card when I try to install the driver for it?
When I try installing the drivers for my video card, I get an error message saying that the computer can't pick up components that have the hardware or software needed. I have an ati mobility firegl v3100 video card, if that helps any. I'd really like to know how to fix it so I can install the drivers for it.|||Do you use these drivers? Select your OS.
http://support.amd.com/us/psearch/Pages/…
(Notice: Unsure.)|||hi, the driver could be incorrect. did you check out the ati site? if yes and no help there, hope these links can help you get a working driver and fix the issue:
http://www.ati-drivers.net/ati-video-dri…
http://www.drivers-updates.net/drivers/v…
http://www.drivers-updates.net/company/a…
good luck
http://support.amd.com/us/psearch/Pages/…
(Notice: Unsure.)|||hi, the driver could be incorrect. did you check out the ati site? if yes and no help there, hope these links can help you get a working driver and fix the issue:
http://www.ati-drivers.net/ati-video-dri…
http://www.drivers-updates.net/drivers/v…
http://www.drivers-updates.net/company/a…
good luck
How to check video card output specification on your laptop?
I want to purchase a VGA to 3 RCA Component Cable but it says "NOTE: Specific TV-out feature on video card is required, please check with your video card output specification for compatibility" How do I check it?|||Your owner's manual should have the information you need about your video card. If not, check the manufacturer's web site for the specs on your particular make and model.|||To check video card output specification you will need GPU-Z.0.3.8.|||If your laptop doesn't specifically have "TV Out", then you don't have it. You should look up the specifications of your laptop model number.
A VGA to 3 RCA Component Cable is NOT designed to work in anyway with a computer's input or output.
The cable is for Satellite TV, HDTV, Component RGB Video, Y/ Pb /Pr Video and most LCD Projectors.|||it's a piece of hardware; you'll know you have it based on the video card specifications, but it's actually a plug outlet on your laptop. referred to as VGA-out
here's one...
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/201755…
can see a bunch here...
http://www.lektropacks.co.uk/view_produc…
A VGA to 3 RCA Component Cable is NOT designed to work in anyway with a computer's input or output.
The cable is for Satellite TV, HDTV, Component RGB Video, Y/ Pb /Pr Video and most LCD Projectors.|||it's a piece of hardware; you'll know you have it based on the video card specifications, but it's actually a plug outlet on your laptop. referred to as VGA-out
here's one...
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/201755…
can see a bunch here...
http://www.lektropacks.co.uk/view_produc…
I just bought a XFX GTX 285 1GB video card and it came with a component cable. Can I hook my xbox 360?
I have a component cable that hooks into the back of my video card. But there is no RCA ports. Can I hook up my 360 somehow?|||No. It's output only.|||The Xbox outputs a video signal, your GPU outputs a video signal. How would that work?
Video CARD HELP!!!!!!!!!!?
Video Card Help!!!!!?
Ok I got a His Radeon 3850 agp but after i set it up my computer will not recognize it. The fan is running and all the cords are hooked up but windows wont even find it as new hardware
.
I try to install the drivers but it says" Setup was unable to find components that can be installed on your current hardware or software..."
12 minutes ago
my psu is a 600 watt...
It used to work but there was Blue vertical lines so uninstalled the drivers and Catalyst + i disabled and deleted the driver in the System manager|||If you were getting blue lines on your monitor when it was connected to your card, you might have some serious problems with the card itself. Software will rarely ever cause that to happen. If it's still under warranty, I'd give ATI a call and see what they can do. Hope this helps!
Ok I got a His Radeon 3850 agp but after i set it up my computer will not recognize it. The fan is running and all the cords are hooked up but windows wont even find it as new hardware
.
I try to install the drivers but it says" Setup was unable to find components that can be installed on your current hardware or software..."
12 minutes ago
my psu is a 600 watt...
It used to work but there was Blue vertical lines so uninstalled the drivers and Catalyst + i disabled and deleted the driver in the System manager|||If you were getting blue lines on your monitor when it was connected to your card, you might have some serious problems with the card itself. Software will rarely ever cause that to happen. If it's still under warranty, I'd give ATI a call and see what they can do. Hope this helps!
Should I upgrade my video card or my motherboard?
Hi! I am having this dilema with this PC I built about 2 years ago.
It seems that it can't handle newer games like GT-R or The Sims 2, even though my PC exceeds the system requirements on most of my games (most demanding game I have requires only a 1.0GHz system with 256MB Ram and 128MB video card). The games have that occasional 'hiccup' while playing, and I see my hard drive working longer than usual. The worst is when I quit the games. It takes almost a full minute to exit the game, and again, I see the hard drive working overtime. :-)
My PC is built on an Asus A7V8X-X motherboard, AMD Athlon XP2800 (2.0 GHz), 512MB DDR PC3200 RAM, and ATI Radeon 9600 AGP video card with 128MB.
Would I be better off buying a newer motherboard (like an Asus A8N 32-SLI-Deluxe NVIDIA Socket 939 ATX & an AMD Athlon 64 FX-60 2.60GHz CPU), and transfer all my existing components onto it, or will just buying a faster video card solve my problem?
Thanks|||Upgrade your video card and buy more RAM. You can put these two things into a new system if you want to replace your motherboard (and processor, optionally) later. Your motherboard looks fine, from online specs I've seen of it.
I have 128 Mb card too, and it is slow for online action games like FIFA World Cup 2006, for example. Try and upgrade to a 256Mb video card, or even better, a 512Mb video card.|||I believe try purchasing a better vid card. That is what we have to do because the new Warcraft expansion is too much for my computer. my bil said the vid card would help.|||Common problem with ASUS motherboards.............buy new intel motherboard with Nvidia geforce graphics card...........
if you do not want to spend money then chean up your PC by using System mechanic professional6 .
you can download it from WWW.download.COM|||Well, you are probably more of an expert than me, but I would suggest upgrading the vid card first. The newer mid-range cards come with 512 MB onboard.
Then try going 1 gig on the RAM, and if all that fails, then get a mobo that will transfer your existing components.
I just think your vid card is a little on the low end for today's applications, and the RAM is ok for minimal applications, but if you are running XP, remember that is gonna steal a lot of resources already.|||None of the above. Buy more RAM. Another 512MB would do wonders. Your configuration really isn't much different than mine except that I have an ATI 9700 and 1GB of RAM. While not a screaming machine by today's standards, I can still play newer games (though not at the highest resolutions). More RAM would be the cheapest way to improve your current system's performance.|||You could go either route. If you were to buy a new motherboard you should go with a duel core compatable so that you will not have to do that in the near future to keep up with the games that you are playing. If you go with a new graphics card it could be a temp. solution to the problem but eventually you will need to buy a motherboard. The way that you are talking about the hard drive it could be the hard drive going out on you. Take into consideration the age and the usage of the items that you are using. I would say for a more permanate solution you sould go with the new motherboard, but make sure that you have plenty of memory and a good ghaphics card capapble of the games in which you wish to play.|||You gotta do both and upgrade to atleast 1GB Ram my computer has 2GB ram tho
How good is x1950 pro?
Hi, is x1950 pro good for gaming and if i buy it would it work on all the new games at MAXED out settings wit AASF X16 and AA X8 ?
Please tell me a list of high detail games the x1950 could really really handle good.
Also, is my computer good for gaming? this is my rig:
My computer has the folowing:
AMD athlon 64 3700+ processor
cd/dvd drive
2 gig memory
200GB Hard drive
2 USB drives
Additional Details
11 minutes ago
Is the cpu a high end one?|||that pc you have isnt mint for games unless the ones you said just buy the best one on cyberpowerinc.com The Sli KO
It seems that it can't handle newer games like GT-R or The Sims 2, even though my PC exceeds the system requirements on most of my games (most demanding game I have requires only a 1.0GHz system with 256MB Ram and 128MB video card). The games have that occasional 'hiccup' while playing, and I see my hard drive working longer than usual. The worst is when I quit the games. It takes almost a full minute to exit the game, and again, I see the hard drive working overtime. :-)
My PC is built on an Asus A7V8X-X motherboard, AMD Athlon XP2800 (2.0 GHz), 512MB DDR PC3200 RAM, and ATI Radeon 9600 AGP video card with 128MB.
Would I be better off buying a newer motherboard (like an Asus A8N 32-SLI-Deluxe NVIDIA Socket 939 ATX & an AMD Athlon 64 FX-60 2.60GHz CPU), and transfer all my existing components onto it, or will just buying a faster video card solve my problem?
Thanks|||Upgrade your video card and buy more RAM. You can put these two things into a new system if you want to replace your motherboard (and processor, optionally) later. Your motherboard looks fine, from online specs I've seen of it.
I have 128 Mb card too, and it is slow for online action games like FIFA World Cup 2006, for example. Try and upgrade to a 256Mb video card, or even better, a 512Mb video card.|||I believe try purchasing a better vid card. That is what we have to do because the new Warcraft expansion is too much for my computer. my bil said the vid card would help.|||Common problem with ASUS motherboards.............buy new intel motherboard with Nvidia geforce graphics card...........
if you do not want to spend money then chean up your PC by using System mechanic professional6 .
you can download it from WWW.download.COM|||Well, you are probably more of an expert than me, but I would suggest upgrading the vid card first. The newer mid-range cards come with 512 MB onboard.
Then try going 1 gig on the RAM, and if all that fails, then get a mobo that will transfer your existing components.
I just think your vid card is a little on the low end for today's applications, and the RAM is ok for minimal applications, but if you are running XP, remember that is gonna steal a lot of resources already.|||None of the above. Buy more RAM. Another 512MB would do wonders. Your configuration really isn't much different than mine except that I have an ATI 9700 and 1GB of RAM. While not a screaming machine by today's standards, I can still play newer games (though not at the highest resolutions). More RAM would be the cheapest way to improve your current system's performance.|||You could go either route. If you were to buy a new motherboard you should go with a duel core compatable so that you will not have to do that in the near future to keep up with the games that you are playing. If you go with a new graphics card it could be a temp. solution to the problem but eventually you will need to buy a motherboard. The way that you are talking about the hard drive it could be the hard drive going out on you. Take into consideration the age and the usage of the items that you are using. I would say for a more permanate solution you sould go with the new motherboard, but make sure that you have plenty of memory and a good ghaphics card capapble of the games in which you wish to play.|||You gotta do both and upgrade to atleast 1GB Ram my computer has 2GB ram tho
How good is x1950 pro?
Hi, is x1950 pro good for gaming and if i buy it would it work on all the new games at MAXED out settings wit AASF X16 and AA X8 ?
Please tell me a list of high detail games the x1950 could really really handle good.
Also, is my computer good for gaming? this is my rig:
My computer has the folowing:
AMD athlon 64 3700+ processor
cd/dvd drive
2 gig memory
200GB Hard drive
2 USB drives
Additional Details
11 minutes ago
Is the cpu a high end one?|||that pc you have isnt mint for games unless the ones you said just buy the best one on cyberpowerinc.com The Sli KO
Gateway M-6317 video card question: Please help!?
So, i'm not sure if I am posting this in the right category or not. I have posted on here before but didn't get the answers I needed so here it goes. I am trying to connect my laptop to my tv so that I will have a bigger monitor. My laptop has VGA out and my video card should support the tv out signal. The tv has RCA-Component. So, I ran the VGA from my laptop and plugged the Component cables into my tv. I know there is something you have to do on your computer to transfer so to speak the video onto your tv. I went in and changed it to "clone" monitor 1 and that didnt work. So then I chose to just use monitor 2(tv) that didn't work so well either. After adjusting the resolution, I could see a lil static and then I saw a flash on my computer screen on the tv then it started being flashes of colors and static with the computer screen showing every few seconds through all the static. Please help me be able to see this on my tv. And yes I know I need separate audio. I already have that cord too. Ready to go, if I can just figure it out. Thanks in advance.|||keep in mind that the resolution on your tv will be very different that you screen on your computer.....
and you may need a proper cable...vga to component video....i find that s video works well..but it is really dependent on what you tv will support..and what your video card will allow.... it could even be a positioning issue... like a extend desktop to this screen.... if you understand me..... pictures of your setup would help....
if you want me to help further just email me and i will see what i can do.
and you may need a proper cable...vga to component video....i find that s video works well..but it is really dependent on what you tv will support..and what your video card will allow.... it could even be a positioning issue... like a extend desktop to this screen.... if you understand me..... pictures of your setup would help....
if you want me to help further just email me and i will see what i can do.
PCI Express Card/External Device to Input RGB/Component into my PC?
I just moved to the UK not too long ago and I haven't/don't intend to buy a TV over here. However I would like to keep playing my Wii/playstation etc. I know there are -scads- of tv tuner cards out there that have composite (yellow and then red and white for audio) inputs and S video inputs, however I'm running a 30 inch monitor and I'd like to get the best picture I possibly can.
Does anyone know of any kind of card or usb device out there that can input component/RGB and put into my screen?|||There are tons of those on eBay, but you should have bought such while you have not yet moved to UK, they all have similar quality although there is one or two HDTV types.
Tuner cards are a dime a dozen compare to tuner-less input cards.
Does anyone know of any kind of card or usb device out there that can input component/RGB and put into my screen?|||There are tons of those on eBay, but you should have bought such while you have not yet moved to UK, they all have similar quality although there is one or two HDTV types.
Tuner cards are a dime a dozen compare to tuner-less input cards.
I have a standard definition tv with component video ports, will a DVI-I to Component Cable work if (continued?
I have a standard definition tv with component video ports, will a DVI-I to Component Cable work if i connected it to my PC graphics card DVI-I port to my TV through Component video? My tv is not an HDTV it is a Standard Definition TV. The kind with the rounded glass. It does have component video, i am sure of that. can anyone tell me if this DVI to Component cable will work?
I want to be able to see my Desktop and computer screen on my Standard Definition TV through component because i do not like the way S-video looks or RCA.|||it will not look good, if you do.
tvs are verry low resolution 320x430, or somehting like that, i forget
while moniters ate 1024x768 and up
I want to be able to see my Desktop and computer screen on my Standard Definition TV through component because i do not like the way S-video looks or RCA.|||it will not look good, if you do.
tvs are verry low resolution 320x430, or somehting like that, i forget
while moniters ate 1024x768 and up
How do I get my video card to send my desktop to my TV?
I am using Component cables, the red, blue and green one, and it won't work. I hook it all up, and when I switch it to my tv, I see my desktop background, but theres 2 of them, squished together with a black bar thats all messed up in the middle sperating them. Then, the color is super messed up, like, only green, red, and blue, but it looks like water painting pixalated or something...if that makes sense. I know its not the TV, or the Cord...and im fairly sure its not the card itself cause everything else works fine with it. So, how do I configure it or can I?
ATI Radeon 9800 512mb|||I did some research for you and here is what I came up with. Hope this is what you are looking for. Are you an instructor by any chance? I don't see or can't picture why one you'd like to hook up a pc to tv :
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLis…
ATI Radeon 9800 512mb|||I did some research for you and here is what I came up with. Hope this is what you are looking for. Are you an instructor by any chance? I don't see or can't picture why one you'd like to hook up a pc to tv :
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLis…
Can I upgrade my Toshiba Satellite C655 laptops Video card and Processor?
I was hoping if I can upgrade my Laptops internal components, more specifically, It's video card and processor so I can play Star Wars: The Old Republic. I'm wondering if it's also cheaper to do this or just custom order a desktop computer. When it comes to computer specifications and components, I'm at a complete loss so if there's anyway someone could explain it to me in a simple explanation it would be greatly appreciated.|||The video card is part of the motherboard. You can not replace it and there is no room to fit another card. And that board will not be compatible with any much later CPU.|||since its a laptop it is very hard to upgrade a laptop. laptops componants rae very integrated. also be aware if you make an upgrade with a laptop since its all cramped unless you upgrade a few other componants like motherboard you laptop may experiance overheating.
upgrading a laptop isn't the best of ideas
upgrading a laptop isn't the best of ideas
Can I watch Blu-ray movies via component video with a non-HDCP video card?
Hi everyone.
I have an old nVidia 7300GS card and I'm considering buying a Blu-ray drive for watching movies on a Mitsubishi HC1500 720p projector. Of course, since my DVI out is not HDCP compliant, I can't use that output for watching movies. I plan to use the component video out, taking advantage of the "analog hole".
Will it work?
System details:
Core 2 Duo 6300
2 GB of RAM
Intel mainboard
SATA inputs on the mainboard
I know the system is capable of handling 1080p video, because 1080p trailers downloaded from the Apple site look smooth.|||HDCP stands for High Definition Content Protection.
If it is HDCP capable that means that you can put
protection on it so no one can copy it (copy protection, DRM)
I have an old nVidia 7300GS card and I'm considering buying a Blu-ray drive for watching movies on a Mitsubishi HC1500 720p projector. Of course, since my DVI out is not HDCP compliant, I can't use that output for watching movies. I plan to use the component video out, taking advantage of the "analog hole".
Will it work?
System details:
Core 2 Duo 6300
2 GB of RAM
Intel mainboard
SATA inputs on the mainboard
I know the system is capable of handling 1080p video, because 1080p trailers downloaded from the Apple site look smooth.|||HDCP stands for High Definition Content Protection.
If it is HDCP capable that means that you can put
protection on it so no one can copy it (copy protection, DRM)
Video card has S-video to component cable but I need composite?
My computer's new nVidia brand video card has S-video out but the incl. cable is s-video - component. I have an s-video - composite cable but it doesn't seem to work with this card (it worked with three previous ATI brand cards). At first I thought the TV-out component was just broken so I sent it back but the new card won't work either. Any ideas?|||Also, go into your adapter properties and make sure that the analog TV out is enabled. I screwed around with this for an hour before I caught it....duh!|||Take an Ohm Meter and check to if the Center conductor is not shorted to the Shield!
The S-Video may not be the problem. The TV may have an S-Video Input may not be connected internally or be configured with the TV controller.
Thanks, RR
The S-Video may not be the problem. The TV may have an S-Video Input may not be connected internally or be configured with the TV controller.
Thanks, RR
I have Radeon X300 series graphics card which has the component and s video hookups and i just put my xbox 360
I have Radeon X300 series graphics card which has the component and s video hookups and I just put my xbox 360 component cables into the sockets but nothing automatically happens when i turn on my xbox 360 it doesnt switch the inputs how do i do this?|||The component and s video hookups are to put video out to a tv, not in from another device,.
I need to update my video card from a SIS Mirage 3 to either an ATI Radeon or a Nvidia geoforce?
I recently bought the Lost game, and I need a video card update to play it on my computer. I currently have a SIS Mirage 3 card and to play the game need either a ATI Radeon or a Nvidia Geforce. I found a link to download the ATI Radeon, but wouldn't work, saying;
"Failed to find any compatible components. There is no compatible hardware detected"
What can I do??|||you cant download a graphics card its hardware you have to buy a graphics card and then have it installed into your tower|||Well first off you downloaded the ATI Radeon driver and not having an ATI Video card is why you got that message about no compatible components found. You will first have to go and purchase either an ATI or NVIDIA video card before you can continue. When purchasing a new video card you will alway have a driver disk included to get started, after that you may update to a more recent driver to make things work better.
"Failed to find any compatible components. There is no compatible hardware detected"
What can I do??|||you cant download a graphics card its hardware you have to buy a graphics card and then have it installed into your tower|||Well first off you downloaded the ATI Radeon driver and not having an ATI Video card is why you got that message about no compatible components found. You will first have to go and purchase either an ATI or NVIDIA video card before you can continue. When purchasing a new video card you will alway have a driver disk included to get started, after that you may update to a more recent driver to make things work better.
Should I get this video card?
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ASUS-GeForce-8600…
Do you think this a good deal, because I really need a new video card.|||The card is a good card. But I'm not sure on the price. I found the same card on newegg.com
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121098
So I hope this helps alittle|||you should buy a EVGA 9600 GT with comes with 1Gb of DDr3 memory and is only 170 USD on newegg
Do you think this a good deal, because I really need a new video card.|||The card is a good card. But I'm not sure on the price. I found the same card on newegg.com
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121098
So I hope this helps alittle|||you should buy a EVGA 9600 GT with comes with 1Gb of DDr3 memory and is only 170 USD on newegg
My video card is melting!?
I just bought a 7600GT. It idles at 68 C and when I play Battlefield 2 it is at 78 C. Then it crashed to desktop.
Will this sustained temperature cause damage to the card? Will it cause damage to other computer components?
The video card I replaced was really hot. My 6600GT heated up to 84 C when I played Halo and idled at 65 C. I bought a 7300GT (which I refunded to get the 7600GT) and that idled at 47 C.|||i think its normal because those card are made to stand in such high temperatures.
Example My Ultra went all the way up to 88c Load and the tech dude told me its normal.|||PUT IT OUT !!!!|||78 c is darn hot but i think its not enough to melt your card. My card can handle 78 c. If it did damage or melted ur card then when u turn on ur computer you would get no display. If you can still play battlefield then ur card is fine. What i do is gett a better cooler for ur video card or point a house fan into your computer. I have a house fan i aim it at my side case which produces cool air and the temperature should drop.|||78 C is a normal temperature to have. Long periods of excess heat will damage a card, but that would have to be days and days of non stop gaming which I doubt anyone could do.|||Your idle temps are a bit high, but temps are normal for playing. Sounds like you need better airflow in your computer case. Those temps will not hurt the card, the shutdown temp is usually around 100C, so you should be fine.|||it sounds to me like you need a more powerful power supply.you said it just crashed back to your desktop? but you didnt get a bsod(blue screen of death).then it could be something as simple as adjusting detail effects in the game.you might wanna check to see what the requirements are for that graphics card.your most likely gonna need more ram as well as a stronger power supply.look around man,there are plenty of good deals out there.|||Just add more cooling inside the case, use a pci fan than can blow directly on the card. the idle temps are to high.|||This is way to hot. As you said that your previous card was also quite hot playing games I suggest you take a look at your case.
I suspect that either you don’t have a case fan, the fan is insufficient, the air flow inside the case is obstructed or the outlets/inlets are blocked. Also the placement of your case could be an factor.
To solve the problem I would suggest you open up the sides of the case (both) and put a fan next to it, make sure that there is ample space around so that there is an air flow.
The problem with a too hot card (any) is not that it will melt but that the heat differences from room temperature (switching the computer on) to 72 (gaming) and back to room temperature will wear out the electric structures and that can result in breaking something and ultimately killing the card. (physics, expanding of metal under heat).|||What a bunch of morons.
68c is not even close to a high temperature.
90C is high.
Chances are that you just need newer drivers. If you only used to ones that came with it chances are that they are outdated, since that card has been out for a pretty long time.
Will this sustained temperature cause damage to the card? Will it cause damage to other computer components?
The video card I replaced was really hot. My 6600GT heated up to 84 C when I played Halo and idled at 65 C. I bought a 7300GT (which I refunded to get the 7600GT) and that idled at 47 C.|||i think its normal because those card are made to stand in such high temperatures.
Example My Ultra went all the way up to 88c Load and the tech dude told me its normal.|||PUT IT OUT !!!!|||78 c is darn hot but i think its not enough to melt your card. My card can handle 78 c. If it did damage or melted ur card then when u turn on ur computer you would get no display. If you can still play battlefield then ur card is fine. What i do is gett a better cooler for ur video card or point a house fan into your computer. I have a house fan i aim it at my side case which produces cool air and the temperature should drop.|||78 C is a normal temperature to have. Long periods of excess heat will damage a card, but that would have to be days and days of non stop gaming which I doubt anyone could do.|||Your idle temps are a bit high, but temps are normal for playing. Sounds like you need better airflow in your computer case. Those temps will not hurt the card, the shutdown temp is usually around 100C, so you should be fine.|||it sounds to me like you need a more powerful power supply.you said it just crashed back to your desktop? but you didnt get a bsod(blue screen of death).then it could be something as simple as adjusting detail effects in the game.you might wanna check to see what the requirements are for that graphics card.your most likely gonna need more ram as well as a stronger power supply.look around man,there are plenty of good deals out there.|||Just add more cooling inside the case, use a pci fan than can blow directly on the card. the idle temps are to high.|||This is way to hot. As you said that your previous card was also quite hot playing games I suggest you take a look at your case.
I suspect that either you don’t have a case fan, the fan is insufficient, the air flow inside the case is obstructed or the outlets/inlets are blocked. Also the placement of your case could be an factor.
To solve the problem I would suggest you open up the sides of the case (both) and put a fan next to it, make sure that there is ample space around so that there is an air flow.
The problem with a too hot card (any) is not that it will melt but that the heat differences from room temperature (switching the computer on) to 72 (gaming) and back to room temperature will wear out the electric structures and that can result in breaking something and ultimately killing the card. (physics, expanding of metal under heat).|||What a bunch of morons.
68c is not even close to a high temperature.
90C is high.
Chances are that you just need newer drivers. If you only used to ones that came with it chances are that they are outdated, since that card has been out for a pretty long time.
Can my video card be fixed?
I just found out that my video card probably overheated last night, as my computer crashed and wouldn't come on completely after a reboot. It would flicker on and off, and the video card was super hot (I think a wire may have been caught in the stock fan).
So, I didn't know what it was, and started disconnecting everything. The PSU and fans went on like normal, so I started connecting components one by one and everything worked fine except the video card. The computer would flicker on and off quick. Even when the video card wasn't connected to the power supply, it might a high pitch squeal noise from the motherboard.
I already ordered another video card, but can this be fixed so I don't have to get another?|||If the high pitched sound was from the mobo speaker, then yeah you have failed hardware. You could boot normally using the integrated graphics?|||Take that video card out and do not try putting it back in. It has a short on it and you are going to ruin your motherboard if you keep trying to use it.|||Your graphics card is fried (remove it).
It can be fixed but are you prepared to spend a fortune?
Just get another, a generic (run-of-the-mill), one will do if you are not fussy.
They're not too expensive until you get into high-end ones.
PS: Anytime you notice a component overheating, do NOT use your comp. further damage may result. Fix it first.
;-)
So, I didn't know what it was, and started disconnecting everything. The PSU and fans went on like normal, so I started connecting components one by one and everything worked fine except the video card. The computer would flicker on and off quick. Even when the video card wasn't connected to the power supply, it might a high pitch squeal noise from the motherboard.
I already ordered another video card, but can this be fixed so I don't have to get another?|||If the high pitched sound was from the mobo speaker, then yeah you have failed hardware. You could boot normally using the integrated graphics?|||Take that video card out and do not try putting it back in. It has a short on it and you are going to ruin your motherboard if you keep trying to use it.|||Your graphics card is fried (remove it).
It can be fixed but are you prepared to spend a fortune?
Just get another, a generic (run-of-the-mill), one will do if you are not fussy.
They're not too expensive until you get into high-end ones.
PS: Anytime you notice a component overheating, do NOT use your comp. further damage may result. Fix it first.
;-)
Do you guys think this video card is ok for my PC? ?
My computer : P4 CPU 2.80 GHz , 4 gigs of ram, but really only 3327 mb of ram actually used. Windows Vista Home basic.
I dont really want to upgrade my computer yet, cause all i use it for is to play World of Warcraft. and Currently i have a Nvidia Geforce 6800 256mb (ddr1) i believe, but some reason i have to turn all my settings on LOW. and still only get about 10-20 FPS Mostly in the lower numbers. I saw this video card right here and everybody says its the best agp card. Would this video card be able to run settings atleast (MEDIUM) ?
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3805427&csid=ITD&body=MAIN#detailspecs
Video / Graphics Cards > AGP Video Cards > 512 MB
HIS Radeon HD 3850 IceQ 3 Turbo Video Card - 512MB GDDR3, AGP 8x, (Dual Link) Dual DVI, HDTV, HDMI Support 8 Users Rated
HIS IceQ 3 Cooling Technology
HIS IceQ is endorsed as the most efficient cooling technology among the current mainstream graphic cards' series. HIS IceQ can actively draw the air inside your PC case to cool down the card, and blows amounts of hot air out of your case, dramatically decreasing the GPU temperature together with your PC components.
ESSENTIAL SPECS:
• Interface Type: AGP 8x
• Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Digital)
• Video Memory: 512MB GDDR3
Related Video
Specifications
GPU/VPU: RADEON HD 3850
RAMDAC: Dual 400 MHz
Additional Features: RoHS Compliant
HDCP Enabled
HDTV Ready
OpenGL 2.0
Vista Certified
DirectX 10.1
Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Digital)
Video Memory: 512MB
Memory Type: GDDR3
Memory Interface: 256-bit
Stream Processors: 320
Core Clock: 720 MHz
Memory Clock: 1820 MHz
Interface Type: AGP
Interface Speed: 4X
8X
Connector(s): Dual DVI (Dual Link)
HDTV/S-Video
HDMI (w/ Adapter)
Multiple Monitors Support: Yes
What do you guys think?|||It is indeed the best AGP card.
Only your CPU will bottleneck it, so you can't get the most out of it.
Also check if your PSU has enough power, because the video card needs much.|||Newegg has same card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
I dont really want to upgrade my computer yet, cause all i use it for is to play World of Warcraft. and Currently i have a Nvidia Geforce 6800 256mb (ddr1) i believe, but some reason i have to turn all my settings on LOW. and still only get about 10-20 FPS Mostly in the lower numbers. I saw this video card right here and everybody says its the best agp card. Would this video card be able to run settings atleast (MEDIUM) ?
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3805427&csid=ITD&body=MAIN#detailspecs
Video / Graphics Cards > AGP Video Cards > 512 MB
HIS Radeon HD 3850 IceQ 3 Turbo Video Card - 512MB GDDR3, AGP 8x, (Dual Link) Dual DVI, HDTV, HDMI Support 8 Users Rated
HIS IceQ 3 Cooling Technology
HIS IceQ is endorsed as the most efficient cooling technology among the current mainstream graphic cards' series. HIS IceQ can actively draw the air inside your PC case to cool down the card, and blows amounts of hot air out of your case, dramatically decreasing the GPU temperature together with your PC components.
ESSENTIAL SPECS:
• Interface Type: AGP 8x
• Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Digital)
• Video Memory: 512MB GDDR3
Related Video
Specifications
GPU/VPU: RADEON HD 3850
RAMDAC: Dual 400 MHz
Additional Features: RoHS Compliant
HDCP Enabled
HDTV Ready
OpenGL 2.0
Vista Certified
DirectX 10.1
Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Digital)
Video Memory: 512MB
Memory Type: GDDR3
Memory Interface: 256-bit
Stream Processors: 320
Core Clock: 720 MHz
Memory Clock: 1820 MHz
Interface Type: AGP
Interface Speed: 4X
8X
Connector(s): Dual DVI (Dual Link)
HDTV/S-Video
HDMI (w/ Adapter)
Multiple Monitors Support: Yes
What do you guys think?|||It is indeed the best AGP card.
Only your CPU will bottleneck it, so you can't get the most out of it.
Also check if your PSU has enough power, because the video card needs much.|||Newegg has same card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
Is a refrigerator magnet powerful enough to break a video card?
Much to my chagrin, my computer broke today and I had to purchase a new one; one of the things that I'm doing is transferring some of the RAM and the Video Card from the old computer to the new computer. As I was preparing to do that, I noticed I did not have a screwdriver to loosen the bolt holding the video card in place.
In my haste to get the card out, I began grabbing whatever small edged objects I could find to get the screw out; I was unsuccessful, but I unwittingly attempted to use a flimsy refrigerator magnet in an attempt to get the bolt out.
The bolt in question is about a centimeter from the edge of the video card, and about 2 inches from the nearest observable electrical component in the card. The magnet in question was about 1/4 of a centimeters thick.
Did I just damage my video card?|||No.
The only things substantially affected by a magnetic field are CRT's and mechanical hard drives.|||No, you did not damage the card with a refrigerator magnet. In theory, it could induce a small current in nearby electronics circuits. However, the amperage would be smaller than other electric fields emanated by other (nearby) electrical circuits. In other words, another expansion card (like a sound card for example) would have more of an effect on your video card than the refrigerator magnet.
And when have you ever heard of a sound card (for example) damaging a video card? :)
In my haste to get the card out, I began grabbing whatever small edged objects I could find to get the screw out; I was unsuccessful, but I unwittingly attempted to use a flimsy refrigerator magnet in an attempt to get the bolt out.
The bolt in question is about a centimeter from the edge of the video card, and about 2 inches from the nearest observable electrical component in the card. The magnet in question was about 1/4 of a centimeters thick.
Did I just damage my video card?|||No.
The only things substantially affected by a magnetic field are CRT's and mechanical hard drives.|||No, you did not damage the card with a refrigerator magnet. In theory, it could induce a small current in nearby electronics circuits. However, the amperage would be smaller than other electric fields emanated by other (nearby) electrical circuits. In other words, another expansion card (like a sound card for example) would have more of an effect on your video card than the refrigerator magnet.
And when have you ever heard of a sound card (for example) damaging a video card? :)
How exactly do i go about installing a new video card?
i would really like to install an nvidia geforce 8800, but i have no idea what other components i would need to install with it....
do i need more RAM?
do i need a better power supply?
im slightly confused....
and this is my computers specs (but with a geforce 6150 card instead):
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?…|||The minimum requirement for nvidia 8800GTS (the slowest of the 8800) is 400W and the higher end model has higher power requirement. Normally the manufacturer use 250 to 300 W power supply in the system with built-in VGA like yours.
So you definitely need a new atleast 400W power supply... i will recommend that you buy a power supply of 400 - 500 W... not too high and neither too low... Its best that your system runs from 70 - 80% of the wattage of the power supply.
Secondly while buying the power supply do see that if it has requirement 6-pin or 4-pin extra VGA connector... different manufacturer put different socket for extra power on the VGA card, although mostly they do provide convertors but its good if the power supply has the required connector built-in for the extra power of VGA.
Increasing the RAM will help the system performance greatly but it is not a requirement. more of a high recommendation.|||You may need a better power supply if the one you have can't support.
I couldn't see the power supply on the spec sheet so can't tell if you would.|||You will need to buy new power supply (with PCI-E connectros,to add power to your new Geforce 8800). RAM you don't need as you have enought(but if you liek to play games add one more 1GB PC2-4200 DDR2). Good luck! But baiscally uou just need new power supply and thats it :-) Then just buy new card,and plug it in in PCI-Ex 16 slot(th elongest one under processor slot). Then start up and then don't foget to sdisable integrated card in bios after all. Best regards! Enjoy!|||Isn't a Geforce 6150 just integrated graphics processing built into the motherboard ?
I imagine you would need a better power supply; it doesn't say what the power supply is for but for a dual core 1.8 Ghz processor I doubt it would be any more than a 450... thats not enough for an 8800...
Incidentally an 8800 would cost more than that entire computer...|||U don't need other components needed to install geforce 8800 unless ur powersupply is less than 300W. I think since its an 1.8Mhz processor with a geforce 6150 card, u will need to buy anew powersupply. See what rating mentioned on your power supply & ask dealer what power 8800 needs. But on safe side if u bought a new 500W powersupply will solve all problems.
do i need more RAM?
do i need a better power supply?
im slightly confused....
and this is my computers specs (but with a geforce 6150 card instead):
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?…|||The minimum requirement for nvidia 8800GTS (the slowest of the 8800) is 400W and the higher end model has higher power requirement. Normally the manufacturer use 250 to 300 W power supply in the system with built-in VGA like yours.
So you definitely need a new atleast 400W power supply... i will recommend that you buy a power supply of 400 - 500 W... not too high and neither too low... Its best that your system runs from 70 - 80% of the wattage of the power supply.
Secondly while buying the power supply do see that if it has requirement 6-pin or 4-pin extra VGA connector... different manufacturer put different socket for extra power on the VGA card, although mostly they do provide convertors but its good if the power supply has the required connector built-in for the extra power of VGA.
Increasing the RAM will help the system performance greatly but it is not a requirement. more of a high recommendation.|||You may need a better power supply if the one you have can't support.
I couldn't see the power supply on the spec sheet so can't tell if you would.|||You will need to buy new power supply (with PCI-E connectros,to add power to your new Geforce 8800). RAM you don't need as you have enought(but if you liek to play games add one more 1GB PC2-4200 DDR2). Good luck! But baiscally uou just need new power supply and thats it :-) Then just buy new card,and plug it in in PCI-Ex 16 slot(th elongest one under processor slot). Then start up and then don't foget to sdisable integrated card in bios after all. Best regards! Enjoy!|||Isn't a Geforce 6150 just integrated graphics processing built into the motherboard ?
I imagine you would need a better power supply; it doesn't say what the power supply is for but for a dual core 1.8 Ghz processor I doubt it would be any more than a 450... thats not enough for an 8800...
Incidentally an 8800 would cost more than that entire computer...|||U don't need other components needed to install geforce 8800 unless ur powersupply is less than 300W. I think since its an 1.8Mhz processor with a geforce 6150 card, u will need to buy anew powersupply. See what rating mentioned on your power supply & ask dealer what power 8800 needs. But on safe side if u bought a new 500W powersupply will solve all problems.
How should I check that which video card I have?
Are display driver and video card different components then each other? I know I have something like ati radeon xpress 200 series. I think it is much older now. How should I install new video card? I have ATI Display driver calling thing in my add/remove components.|||Display Driver and Video Card are the same components.
As for your question if you should install/buy a new video card, it depends on your satisfaction of your PC gaming performance. Does games seem to slow down in your PC especially the newer ones? Then buying and installing a new video could help improve that games performance.
Lastly, I do not suggest removing that ATI Display Driver in your Add/Remove Components, as this will remove the Video Card drivers in Windows, leaving your PC games unusable.|||open the pc and look at it|||why would you want to install a card that is already installed in your computer,are you trying to play head games.|||ATI xpress 200 is your integrated graphics processor (hardware) while ATI display driver is the software that makes your hardware work in Windows. Your ATI xpress 200 is good for 2D graphics but very slow in 3D when compared to discrete graphics card.
The ATI Xpress 200M chipset supports PCIe graphics card. When getting a new graphics card, make sure your existing power supply can cope with the requirements of the graphics card. Fast and powerful graphics card tend to have higher power requirement.
As for your question if you should install/buy a new video card, it depends on your satisfaction of your PC gaming performance. Does games seem to slow down in your PC especially the newer ones? Then buying and installing a new video could help improve that games performance.
Lastly, I do not suggest removing that ATI Display Driver in your Add/Remove Components, as this will remove the Video Card drivers in Windows, leaving your PC games unusable.|||open the pc and look at it|||why would you want to install a card that is already installed in your computer,are you trying to play head games.|||ATI xpress 200 is your integrated graphics processor (hardware) while ATI display driver is the software that makes your hardware work in Windows. Your ATI xpress 200 is good for 2D graphics but very slow in 3D when compared to discrete graphics card.
The ATI Xpress 200M chipset supports PCIe graphics card. When getting a new graphics card, make sure your existing power supply can cope with the requirements of the graphics card. Fast and powerful graphics card tend to have higher power requirement.
Whats more important when determining a computer gaming performance? CPU or Video Card or RAM?
I understand all components of a computer affect performance, but is there any one component that has more weight between the CPU the RAM or the Video Card? If I was building a gaming computer, which would be the best part to invest in if I am on a rather tight budget?|||All three, but in today's games they are video card bottlenecked. Get the best video card you can, and I recommend a Nvidia 8800GT 512mb which are very fast and efficient. If you need cheaper get the 9600GT 512mb, if you want fancier, get the 8800GTS 512mb (not the 640mb one, it's slower).
Then just make sure you have 2gb of ram and a good Intel dual core CPU, the e8400 is a great buy and very fast.|||first cpu then ram then video, but you need all of them|||Try all 3 equally. Video card generates your frame rate. The CPU and RAM determine how fast teh game can run.|||They all have a major impact on gaming performance. Probably the most notable performance increase will be seen from having a high end video card. Having said that it is important to realize that the other worse components of the computer will bottleneck the best part.
I wrote an article on choosing your computer here: http://www.thetechjuice.com/2008/04/seri…
It might provide some additional information to help your decision.
Then just make sure you have 2gb of ram and a good Intel dual core CPU, the e8400 is a great buy and very fast.|||first cpu then ram then video, but you need all of them|||Try all 3 equally. Video card generates your frame rate. The CPU and RAM determine how fast teh game can run.|||They all have a major impact on gaming performance. Probably the most notable performance increase will be seen from having a high end video card. Having said that it is important to realize that the other worse components of the computer will bottleneck the best part.
I wrote an article on choosing your computer here: http://www.thetechjuice.com/2008/04/seri…
It might provide some additional information to help your decision.
Will the component video cable damage my graphics card?
I have one S-Video / Component videos out cable but this cable is from previous card, Palit Geforce 6200 AGP and i given the graphics card to my friends. Now i Using MSI Geforce 8500GT but the card doesn't come with the cable and only CD drivers and booklet, Can someone tell me if i can use this S-Video / Component video cable and will it fries my graphics card because the cable is come together with the Palit Geforce 6200 AGP graphics card. Please help me... because i wanna connect it to my HDTV so badly, i give you 10 points|||Should be OK. All the cables do is transfer signals--your video card is still in charge of what gets put through the cable. You'll be just fine.|||ok that's a bit confusing. s-video is one type of cable and component is
another they are not used together (at the same time)
i think you have an s-video cable with stereo audio cables
Component has three rca plugs red-green-blue
Stereo audio has two rca plugs red-white
All s-video cables are the same so you can use it no problem|||It won't damage the card, but it is likely that it will not work.
Most manufacturer's use proprietary breakout cables, with only the S-Video pins being standardized.
The only way to know for sure is to try it. Don't worry about it damaging the card, there is not enough power coming through the data cables to fry anything.
another they are not used together (at the same time)
i think you have an s-video cable with stereo audio cables
Component has three rca plugs red-green-blue
Stereo audio has two rca plugs red-white
All s-video cables are the same so you can use it no problem|||It won't damage the card, but it is likely that it will not work.
Most manufacturer's use proprietary breakout cables, with only the S-Video pins being standardized.
The only way to know for sure is to try it. Don't worry about it damaging the card, there is not enough power coming through the data cables to fry anything.
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Just recently rebuilt my computer from the ground up. Now I need a Video Card to match the new system.?
I recently replace many components in my computer, practically rebuilt the thing minus harddrives and external hardware. Currently I have this set up:
Antec 900 Case
M3A78 Pro Motherboard
AMD Phenom II 920 Quad
8gbs G.Skill RAM (4 sticks, 2gb each)
Diamond X1950 Radeon ATI 512mb Card
1TB Harddrive
Misc Bells and Whistles
Now, the problem is my video card is a bit old. It doesn't support DirectX 10. Honestly though, as much as I know about computers, Video Cards have always confused the hell out of me. So I'm looking for a nice card around 100 bucks if possible that equal or betters the power of my card, just supports DirectX 10. It definitely need to be ATI, as I'm not a fan of NVidia. Any suggestions?|||An ATI 3870 or 4830 is probably what you want. The 3870 is probably a better deal right now.|||I think you are smart to get one in the 100 dollar range as you will be able to next year get another one like it for about 60 dollars and use both. Video cards are somewhat confusing but just know this--the speed is a combination of the clock speed, and memory speed, and bit interface, and number of pixel shaders( some have 120 and good ones have 800) 256 bit is good for now, next year 512 bit will be the norm. You need to average all these together in your mind. It's somewhat of an educated guess.
Antec 900 Case
M3A78 Pro Motherboard
AMD Phenom II 920 Quad
8gbs G.Skill RAM (4 sticks, 2gb each)
Diamond X1950 Radeon ATI 512mb Card
1TB Harddrive
Misc Bells and Whistles
Now, the problem is my video card is a bit old. It doesn't support DirectX 10. Honestly though, as much as I know about computers, Video Cards have always confused the hell out of me. So I'm looking for a nice card around 100 bucks if possible that equal or betters the power of my card, just supports DirectX 10. It definitely need to be ATI, as I'm not a fan of NVidia. Any suggestions?|||An ATI 3870 or 4830 is probably what you want. The 3870 is probably a better deal right now.|||I think you are smart to get one in the 100 dollar range as you will be able to next year get another one like it for about 60 dollars and use both. Video cards are somewhat confusing but just know this--the speed is a combination of the clock speed, and memory speed, and bit interface, and number of pixel shaders( some have 120 and good ones have 800) 256 bit is good for now, next year 512 bit will be the norm. You need to average all these together in your mind. It's somewhat of an educated guess.
I need pc help with compaq presario s4100nx video card and ram?
i have a compaq s4100nx and want to upgrade to 512mb ram in each slot and want to include a video card (ATI Radeon 9200 Series DML-1628 AGP Video Card) to be exact and [SUPER TALENT 1GB (2 x 512MB) PC3200 400MHZ DDR DESKTOP] for the ram would these components work?|||***Update ** the two cards I listed first wouldn't work, because they are AGP.
These days, the Radeon 9200 can't be considered an upgrade. It was a weak video card 4-5 years ago, it's worthless for today;s games. It's a fine card for everyday work... web browsing, e-mail, looking at photos and stuff like that. But it's not gonna play Starcraft 2 or anything like that.
For an AGP video card, the minimum card to consider for gaming is a Radeon 3650, although a 4650 is much better for just a little more.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
But it seems this is all a moot point. The S4100NX has only PCI expansion slots, there is no AGP slot for adding a graphics card. So you're stuck with a GeForce 8400GS as your best low-cost option. It also has poor gaming performance, but it's better than a Radeon 9200.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
The best PCI card you can buy is the GeForce 9500GT, but it's too expensive considering it's still a PCI card and much slower than $40 PCI-Express or AGP cards.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…|||Check crucial.com if you aren't sure what kind of ram your computer can take. If it has an AGP slot, the AGP video card should be good.
These days, the Radeon 9200 can't be considered an upgrade. It was a weak video card 4-5 years ago, it's worthless for today;s games. It's a fine card for everyday work... web browsing, e-mail, looking at photos and stuff like that. But it's not gonna play Starcraft 2 or anything like that.
For an AGP video card, the minimum card to consider for gaming is a Radeon 3650, although a 4650 is much better for just a little more.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
But it seems this is all a moot point. The S4100NX has only PCI expansion slots, there is no AGP slot for adding a graphics card. So you're stuck with a GeForce 8400GS as your best low-cost option. It also has poor gaming performance, but it's better than a Radeon 9200.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…
The best PCI card you can buy is the GeForce 9500GT, but it's too expensive considering it's still a PCI card and much slower than $40 PCI-Express or AGP cards.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as…|||Check crucial.com if you aren't sure what kind of ram your computer can take. If it has an AGP slot, the AGP video card should be good.
Is this a good video card?
Im working on a build, but im not exceptionally educated in video cards. I found this one i want to use, but for some reason there are NO reviews out, like no one has ever heard of it. Is this a good card for gaming?
MSI Radeon HD 6570 2GB DDR3 PCI Express (PCIe) DVI/VGA Low Profile Video Card w/HDMI & HDCP Support
Features/Specifications:
General Features:
Low profile design
AMD Radeon HD 6570 graphics processing unit (GPU)
480 stream processing units
650 MHz GPU core clock
2 GB GDDR3 memory
128-bit memory interface
1334 MHz memory speed
PCI Express 2.1 x16 interface
Up to 24x multi-sample and super-sample anti-aliasing modes
16x angle independent anisotropic texture filtering
OpenGL 4.1 support
AMD CrossFireX multi-GPU technology
AMD App Acceleration technology
AMD Eyefinity multi-display technology
AMD HD3D technology
DirectX 11 support with Shader Model 5.0
OpenCL 1.1 support
DirectCompute 11 support
HDCP capable
UVD 3 dedicated video playback accelerator
3D stereoscopic display/glasses support
Integrated HD audio controller
AMD PowerPlay power management technology
Lead-free components (RoHS compliant)
Connectors:
One (1) dual-link DVI-I connector
One (1) VGA port
One (1) HDMI out
Regulatory Approvals:
FCC
CE
UL
WEEE
RoHS compliant
Package Includes:
MSI Radeon HD 6570 2GB DDR3 PCI Express DVI/VGA Low Profile Video Card
Quick Install Guide
Driver Installation CD
DVI/HDMI low profile bracket
VGA low profile expansion bracket
Additional Information:
Notes:
P/N: 912-V250-034
Model: R6570-MD2GD3/LP
UPC: 8 16909 09126 7
EAN: 4 719072 241155
Product Requirements:
Available PCI Express x16 slot
DVI, VGA, or HDMI display
CD-ROM drive (for driver CD)|||Ya it's descent, it's the older series though|||Any HD 6570 is only adequate for gaming. At 1680x1050 rez or lower it will allow med to high eye candy. You have to always consider the resolution you will be gaming at. The higher the rez the more powerful the card... Below is a hierarchy chart to compare cards.
MSI Radeon HD 6570 2GB DDR3 PCI Express (PCIe) DVI/VGA Low Profile Video Card w/HDMI & HDCP Support
Features/Specifications:
General Features:
Low profile design
AMD Radeon HD 6570 graphics processing unit (GPU)
480 stream processing units
650 MHz GPU core clock
2 GB GDDR3 memory
128-bit memory interface
1334 MHz memory speed
PCI Express 2.1 x16 interface
Up to 24x multi-sample and super-sample anti-aliasing modes
16x angle independent anisotropic texture filtering
OpenGL 4.1 support
AMD CrossFireX multi-GPU technology
AMD App Acceleration technology
AMD Eyefinity multi-display technology
AMD HD3D technology
DirectX 11 support with Shader Model 5.0
OpenCL 1.1 support
DirectCompute 11 support
HDCP capable
UVD 3 dedicated video playback accelerator
3D stereoscopic display/glasses support
Integrated HD audio controller
AMD PowerPlay power management technology
Lead-free components (RoHS compliant)
Connectors:
One (1) dual-link DVI-I connector
One (1) VGA port
One (1) HDMI out
Regulatory Approvals:
FCC
CE
UL
WEEE
RoHS compliant
Package Includes:
MSI Radeon HD 6570 2GB DDR3 PCI Express DVI/VGA Low Profile Video Card
Quick Install Guide
Driver Installation CD
DVI/HDMI low profile bracket
VGA low profile expansion bracket
Additional Information:
Notes:
P/N: 912-V250-034
Model: R6570-MD2GD3/LP
UPC: 8 16909 09126 7
EAN: 4 719072 241155
Product Requirements:
Available PCI Express x16 slot
DVI, VGA, or HDMI display
CD-ROM drive (for driver CD)|||Ya it's descent, it's the older series though|||Any HD 6570 is only adequate for gaming. At 1680x1050 rez or lower it will allow med to high eye candy. You have to always consider the resolution you will be gaming at. The higher the rez the more powerful the card... Below is a hierarchy chart to compare cards.
Need help setting up my video card?
I have as follows:
dell optiplex gx260 w/ pentium 4 and 1.79 GHz.
ATI radeon 9600tx video card
2 GB. of ram
DVI to RGB adapter made for the Radeon 9XXX series cards.
Running windows 7
My TV is a older Sharp SDTV with the flat panel and the inputs include: S-vid, component, and 3 sets of RCA.
When i bought this card and adapter i understood that it would allow me to out put video to my SDTV on the component cables. I fought for some time trying to get teh control center ti install and was finally able to get it from ATI's website. but i see that there are no particular drivers made just for 7. when i go into the control center, my options are extremely limited and i am only able to look at the basic information, there are no options to change settings and it says that the drivers are not up to date. am i looking at a windows 7 issue or is this something else. i can reload it with xp, or even ubuntu, though i don;t know how much support i will get there. Or am i going to just have to deal with s-vid resolution until i get a LCD this fall?|||Try a Windows Vista driver for your card.
Also, is your power supply able to handle the juice required by your card?
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allthough alot of cards come with s-video and tv-out features they are rarely used and windows 7 has not got any specific features for this type of set up
your radeon 9600xt video card is whats known as a "legacy" model which basically denotes theres very little ( if any ) support or drivers,however just because ati/amd dont supply windows 7 drivers for this card does not mean theres none avalible,there may be some custom drivers from sub-vendors,so for example allthough all the cards are ati/amd they are released by companys such as sapphire and club 3d..who may have their own drivers,,its a long shot but worth a go
and your lucks in...go to http://www.sapphiretech.com/presentation… you will find windows 7 32bit drivers for the radeon 9600xt...however for a full list check out this page : http://www.sapphiretech.com/presentation…
note : even without installing drivers windows 7 will install a WDDM( windows display driver model ) which is basic no frills driver without any ccc(catylyst control center ) and this will be installed during windows 7 installation...
installation....connecting the rgb is quite easy....insert the s-video to the appropriate socket then connect the rgb leads to the other end and then connect this to the rgb sockets on your sharp tv,,then change the channel on your tv to either "rgb" or "av 1"....the rgb channel is seperate to any normal channel and you can find this by pressing "AV" on your remote
also when using a standard tv you may need to check refresh rates...tv,s work differently to flat panels so be aware of this
if you succesfully install the windows 7 driver with the control center there are some options open to you,for example theres a flat panel option and colours options...however dont expect alot of support for tv,s...however since i have never used a standard tv i wont comment here,but as soon as the control center recognizes your sharp tv you may find you have some extra options in the control center,,
it may also be a good idea to check out any manuals you can find for your sharp tv...this may be able to help you further
i hope this helps,any problems let me know
good luck mate !
dell optiplex gx260 w/ pentium 4 and 1.79 GHz.
ATI radeon 9600tx video card
2 GB. of ram
DVI to RGB adapter made for the Radeon 9XXX series cards.
Running windows 7
My TV is a older Sharp SDTV with the flat panel and the inputs include: S-vid, component, and 3 sets of RCA.
When i bought this card and adapter i understood that it would allow me to out put video to my SDTV on the component cables. I fought for some time trying to get teh control center ti install and was finally able to get it from ATI's website. but i see that there are no particular drivers made just for 7. when i go into the control center, my options are extremely limited and i am only able to look at the basic information, there are no options to change settings and it says that the drivers are not up to date. am i looking at a windows 7 issue or is this something else. i can reload it with xp, or even ubuntu, though i don;t know how much support i will get there. Or am i going to just have to deal with s-vid resolution until i get a LCD this fall?|||Try a Windows Vista driver for your card.
Also, is your power supply able to handle the juice required by your card?
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allthough alot of cards come with s-video and tv-out features they are rarely used and windows 7 has not got any specific features for this type of set up
your radeon 9600xt video card is whats known as a "legacy" model which basically denotes theres very little ( if any ) support or drivers,however just because ati/amd dont supply windows 7 drivers for this card does not mean theres none avalible,there may be some custom drivers from sub-vendors,so for example allthough all the cards are ati/amd they are released by companys such as sapphire and club 3d..who may have their own drivers,,its a long shot but worth a go
and your lucks in...go to http://www.sapphiretech.com/presentation… you will find windows 7 32bit drivers for the radeon 9600xt...however for a full list check out this page : http://www.sapphiretech.com/presentation…
note : even without installing drivers windows 7 will install a WDDM( windows display driver model ) which is basic no frills driver without any ccc(catylyst control center ) and this will be installed during windows 7 installation...
installation....connecting the rgb is quite easy....insert the s-video to the appropriate socket then connect the rgb leads to the other end and then connect this to the rgb sockets on your sharp tv,,then change the channel on your tv to either "rgb" or "av 1"....the rgb channel is seperate to any normal channel and you can find this by pressing "AV" on your remote
also when using a standard tv you may need to check refresh rates...tv,s work differently to flat panels so be aware of this
if you succesfully install the windows 7 driver with the control center there are some options open to you,for example theres a flat panel option and colours options...however dont expect alot of support for tv,s...however since i have never used a standard tv i wont comment here,but as soon as the control center recognizes your sharp tv you may find you have some extra options in the control center,,
it may also be a good idea to check out any manuals you can find for your sharp tv...this may be able to help you further
i hope this helps,any problems let me know
good luck mate !
Will this video card work in my computer?
Ok, for Christmas I got a new video card. It's a Gigabyte NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GTX+ Graphics Accelerator. The computer I want to add it to is a Dell Dimension E521. I just got it last Christmas so it's fairly new. It has all the stock components on it. I just need to know if this card is compatible with what I have right now, and if it's not, then what I would need to get.|||That particular video card is PCI express (PCIe). You have slots toward the back of your computer on the motherboard. You need to make sure you have at lease one PCIe slot. If you do, then you should be able to plug the card right in and install the software on the CD that came with the video card.|||Yes, it will probably work. But you need the 2x PCIe (6 pin) connectors. If you don't have these, you can't feed the card, and it won't start. Even though, the motherboard is PCIe x16, and the card is the upgraded, 2.0 version. This means it wont run it at full power.|||yes because i have one and it is DDR2 and i have the same computer, i got one 4 x-mas as well.
What video card would work for a dell optiplex gx270 tower?
i want to upgrade my computers video card to a GeForce 6600 (512mb) PCI-E my computer looks like this http://www.tlcis.com/tlc/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/Dell_OptiPlex_GX_49dcf7494f2db.jpg
please write back|||You will need an AGP type video card. I don't think a 6600 would fit in that case, You may need a low profile video card like a GeForce 6200 256MB Low Profile AGP These type of cards are a bit thin on the ground so good hunting.
please write back|||You will need an AGP type video card. I don't think a 6600 would fit in that case, You may need a low profile video card like a GeForce 6200 256MB Low Profile AGP These type of cards are a bit thin on the ground so good hunting.
Most important component on a video card?
what is the most important component on a video card. Please leave a list starting from the most important to the least important component of a video card.|||That is about like asking what is the most important thing on a computer.
It all works together so the idea is to find a good balance.
Ram
Stream Processors
Memory Clock
Core Clock
These are your main component of a vid card. What you will run into though is some cards that have 1 gig of ram but sell for cheap. They are cheap because the Stream processors, Core Clock etc are slow.
It would be better to buy a lower ram model but make sure the Stream processors, Memory and Core clocks are faster.
Think of it like this.
the Ram is how much data the card can handle but the clocks and stream processors are how fast the card can process the information. So if your processors and clocks are slow it doesn't matter what your Ram is because the processors cant keep up anyway.
My suggestion is to allow yourself a $ amount and then start searching for the best card you can get for that amount.
Email me an idea of how much you want to spend I will see what i can find. What game are you wanting to play?
As far as a Power Supply. If you buy a certain level card then chances are you will need to upgrade your power supply. You probably need to do this anyway. I found a 750 Watt power supply for $80 so it is a very affordable upgrade.|||stream proc and power supply
It all works together so the idea is to find a good balance.
Ram
Stream Processors
Memory Clock
Core Clock
These are your main component of a vid card. What you will run into though is some cards that have 1 gig of ram but sell for cheap. They are cheap because the Stream processors, Core Clock etc are slow.
It would be better to buy a lower ram model but make sure the Stream processors, Memory and Core clocks are faster.
Think of it like this.
the Ram is how much data the card can handle but the clocks and stream processors are how fast the card can process the information. So if your processors and clocks are slow it doesn't matter what your Ram is because the processors cant keep up anyway.
My suggestion is to allow yourself a $ amount and then start searching for the best card you can get for that amount.
Email me an idea of how much you want to spend I will see what i can find. What game are you wanting to play?
As far as a Power Supply. If you buy a certain level card then chances are you will need to upgrade your power supply. You probably need to do this anyway. I found a 750 Watt power supply for $80 so it is a very affordable upgrade.|||stream proc and power supply
How can I get my computer recognize my video card?
Ok, I have a compaq presario notebook V5000 and I recently got a new harddrive (last one was too small), and after I restored my windows MCE on it I had to restore all of the drivers and so far I have them all except my video card. It has an ATI Radeon Mobility Xpress 200 and when I try to download the driver from Compaq's driver restore disc it tells me "Setup was unable to find components that can be installed on your current hardware or software configuration. Please make sure you have the required hardware or software." And then stops the installation. And honestly I dont know what to do to get it to recognize the card.|||Go to this site and fill in the drop boxes. You should get the drivers no problem. http://support.amd.com/us/psearch/Pages/…
How do you know if a computer has a video card?
I bought a compter like 5 years ago and it came out it didn't have a video card so i couldn't play games. I want to buy a new computer but I want to make sure it has a video card, here is the features of the computer I want but I don't see anything about a video card? I want to play games like the Sims, stuff like that. Also do you think this computer sounds good?
Key Features and Benefits:
* AMD Sempron 140 processor
2.70GHz, 4000Mhz System Bus, 1MB L2 Cache
* 3GB DDR2 system memory
Gives you the comfort for multimedia videos and images, video conferencing, basic gaming and all other simple duties
* 320GB SATA hard drive
Store 213,000 photos, 91,000 songs or 168 hours of HD video and more
* LightScribe SuperMulti DVD burner
Watch DVD movies on your computer; read and write CDs and DVDs in multiple formats
* 10/100BaseT Ethernet
Connect to a broadband modem or a wired broadband router with wired Ethernet
* 18.5" diagonal LCD widescreen monitor
NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE integrated graphics
Additional Features:
* 6 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x headphone jack, 2 x PS/2 ports, 1 x microphone/line-in/line-out, 1 x VGA port
* 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, 1 x PCI Express x1 slot; 1 x external 5.25" expansion bay, 1 x internal 3.5" expansion bay
Software:
* Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit Edition (To learn more about the features of Windows 7, click here)
* Microsoft Office Home and Student Edition 2007 (60-day trial)
* Microsoft Works 9.0
* Norton Internet Security 2010 (60 days of live updates)
* HP MediaSmart Software Suite
* HP Total Care Advisor
Support and Warranty:
* 1-year limited hardware warranty and 1 year software support with 24/7 technical assistance available online or toll-free by phone
* Restore discs are no longer included with PCs. We recommend you use the installed software to create your own restore & backup DVD the first week you use the computer.
What's In The Box:
* Power supply and power cord
* HP USB keyboard
* HP optical mouse
* 18.5" LCD monitor
* Quick Start Guide and documentation
Processor Type: AMD Sempron
Hard Drive Size: 320GB
Multimedia Drive: 16X DVD+R, DVD-R/RW
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Monitor Size: 18.5
Graphics Type: NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE
Resolution: N/A
System Ram: 3GB
Model No.: s5503w-b
Shipping Weight (in pounds): 36.42
Product in Inches (L x W x H): 15.91 x 4.43 x 12.24
Assembled in Country of Origin: Imported
Origin of Components: Imported
Wal-Mart No.: 000531699|||"NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE integrated graphics"
That's your video. It's built-in (integrated) to the motherboard. Try it out, or read some online reviews. It might be good enough for your purposes.
"* 1 x PCI Express x16 slot,"
If you don't like the integrated graphics, this expansion slot will let you install a different video card.
Sounds like a nice machine, if the price is right.|||NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE is an onboard chip not a card.\
I would disable the onboard graphics and upgrade to a good PCI-Express card.|||press start button open run and then type cmd.. after type dxdiag and press enter.. it will give you ALL the pc specifications. The computer its ok..|||Your monitor would be plugged into it|||You poor thing, a computer must have a video card in order to work. RAM good, CPU not too bad, GPU terrible.|||The GeForce 6150 SE indicates you have "on board" graphics...its not a "card"...You do, however, have a PCIe x16 slot designed to take a Graphics "card". Its important to note what power supply you have and what the recommended wattage of power the video card you pick needs. you may have to upgrade your power supply also.
Key Features and Benefits:
* AMD Sempron 140 processor
2.70GHz, 4000Mhz System Bus, 1MB L2 Cache
* 3GB DDR2 system memory
Gives you the comfort for multimedia videos and images, video conferencing, basic gaming and all other simple duties
* 320GB SATA hard drive
Store 213,000 photos, 91,000 songs or 168 hours of HD video and more
* LightScribe SuperMulti DVD burner
Watch DVD movies on your computer; read and write CDs and DVDs in multiple formats
* 10/100BaseT Ethernet
Connect to a broadband modem or a wired broadband router with wired Ethernet
* 18.5" diagonal LCD widescreen monitor
NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE integrated graphics
Additional Features:
* 6 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x headphone jack, 2 x PS/2 ports, 1 x microphone/line-in/line-out, 1 x VGA port
* 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, 1 x PCI Express x1 slot; 1 x external 5.25" expansion bay, 1 x internal 3.5" expansion bay
Software:
* Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit Edition (To learn more about the features of Windows 7, click here)
* Microsoft Office Home and Student Edition 2007 (60-day trial)
* Microsoft Works 9.0
* Norton Internet Security 2010 (60 days of live updates)
* HP MediaSmart Software Suite
* HP Total Care Advisor
Support and Warranty:
* 1-year limited hardware warranty and 1 year software support with 24/7 technical assistance available online or toll-free by phone
* Restore discs are no longer included with PCs. We recommend you use the installed software to create your own restore & backup DVD the first week you use the computer.
What's In The Box:
* Power supply and power cord
* HP USB keyboard
* HP optical mouse
* 18.5" LCD monitor
* Quick Start Guide and documentation
Processor Type: AMD Sempron
Hard Drive Size: 320GB
Multimedia Drive: 16X DVD+R, DVD-R/RW
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Monitor Size: 18.5
Graphics Type: NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE
Resolution: N/A
System Ram: 3GB
Model No.: s5503w-b
Shipping Weight (in pounds): 36.42
Product in Inches (L x W x H): 15.91 x 4.43 x 12.24
Assembled in Country of Origin: Imported
Origin of Components: Imported
Wal-Mart No.: 000531699|||"NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE integrated graphics"
That's your video. It's built-in (integrated) to the motherboard. Try it out, or read some online reviews. It might be good enough for your purposes.
"* 1 x PCI Express x16 slot,"
If you don't like the integrated graphics, this expansion slot will let you install a different video card.
Sounds like a nice machine, if the price is right.|||NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE is an onboard chip not a card.\
I would disable the onboard graphics and upgrade to a good PCI-Express card.|||press start button open run and then type cmd.. after type dxdiag and press enter.. it will give you ALL the pc specifications. The computer its ok..|||Your monitor would be plugged into it|||You poor thing, a computer must have a video card in order to work. RAM good, CPU not too bad, GPU terrible.|||The GeForce 6150 SE indicates you have "on board" graphics...its not a "card"...You do, however, have a PCIe x16 slot designed to take a Graphics "card". Its important to note what power supply you have and what the recommended wattage of power the video card you pick needs. you may have to upgrade your power supply also.
Quietest performance video card?
i currently have the 4670 saphire ultimate card which is a fanless solution but in a few months i would like to upgrade to a more powerful card.i have built my system with the most silent components so my card should match.a few years ago i had a 7600 gt and the fan was so loud.
cooling is not a problem because i have a tower with a massive 250 mm cooling fan blowing on the motherboard.
i am looking into the 100-200 dollar range with decent video playback and gaming performance.is there anything on the market which would fit my needs or should i wait. i hear ati is coming out with the r790 chip which is 40nm .i like both nvidia and ati both.|||As far as I know the HD4850 is the fastest gpu available as passively cooled.
Would be interested to see what others have to say though.|||Generally, the higher the power required, the louder the card is, because is usually requires a faster fan.
just have a look at the cards available in your price range and read reviews of them
cooling is not a problem because i have a tower with a massive 250 mm cooling fan blowing on the motherboard.
i am looking into the 100-200 dollar range with decent video playback and gaming performance.is there anything on the market which would fit my needs or should i wait. i hear ati is coming out with the r790 chip which is 40nm .i like both nvidia and ati both.|||As far as I know the HD4850 is the fastest gpu available as passively cooled.
Would be interested to see what others have to say though.|||Generally, the higher the power required, the louder the card is, because is usually requires a faster fan.
just have a look at the cards available in your price range and read reviews of them
Can my video card be fixed?
I just found out that my video card probably overheated last night, as my computer crashed and wouldn't come on completely after a reboot. It would flicker on and off, and the video card was super hot (I think a wire may have been caught in the stock fan).
So, I didn't know what it was, and started disconnecting everything. The PSU and fans went on like normal, so I started connecting components one by one and everything worked fine except the video card. The computer would flicker on and off quick. Even when the video card wasn't connected to the power supply, it might a high pitch squeal noise from the motherboard.
I already ordered another video card, but can this be fixed so I don't have to get another?|||If the high pitched sound was from the mobo speaker, then yeah you have failed hardware. You could boot normally using the integrated graphics?|||Take that video card out and do not try putting it back in. It has a short on it and you are going to ruin your motherboard if you keep trying to use it.|||Your graphics card is fried (remove it).
It can be fixed but are you prepared to spend a fortune?
Just get another, a generic (run-of-the-mill), one will do if you are not fussy.
They're not too expensive until you get into high-end ones.
PS: Anytime you notice a component overheating, do NOT use your comp. further damage may result. Fix it first.
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So, I didn't know what it was, and started disconnecting everything. The PSU and fans went on like normal, so I started connecting components one by one and everything worked fine except the video card. The computer would flicker on and off quick. Even when the video card wasn't connected to the power supply, it might a high pitch squeal noise from the motherboard.
I already ordered another video card, but can this be fixed so I don't have to get another?|||If the high pitched sound was from the mobo speaker, then yeah you have failed hardware. You could boot normally using the integrated graphics?|||Take that video card out and do not try putting it back in. It has a short on it and you are going to ruin your motherboard if you keep trying to use it.|||Your graphics card is fried (remove it).
It can be fixed but are you prepared to spend a fortune?
Just get another, a generic (run-of-the-mill), one will do if you are not fussy.
They're not too expensive until you get into high-end ones.
PS: Anytime you notice a component overheating, do NOT use your comp. further damage may result. Fix it first.
;-)
Laptop Video Card Input?
Hello, I am a big computer gamer, and I was wondering if it is possible to put a video card into a laptop (I know absolutely NOTHING about laptops and its components) I know its possible to put...well basically anything and everything into a CPU Tower, but not sure about laptops. My laptop is a 6200 AVERATEC, AV6210X60-01, AMD athlon XP 2400+, 512 MB DDR, 60 GB HDD. I want a decent video card that will play this game > www.coh.com, they say not to use RADEON. Any help will be muchly appreciated. Thanks, Kyle|||In most cases it is not possible to add a video card to a laptop. They have a closed architecture. Graphics cards are designed for the open architecture of the desktop.
Laptops have graphics chips that are sometimes soldered onto the system board and sometimes they have a dedicated chip. When soldered it can't be change, but sometimes the dedicated chips can be upgraded. You have to check with the manufacture to find out the situation with your laptop.|||http://sewelldirect.com/vtbookpcmciacard…
Try checking out the above site.|||Not in that laptop. There are some newer high end "gaming" laptops that are now coming with them, however, if your laptop is more than a year or so old...it won't have that ability.|||I am glad there is someone with same thinking like mine. I have tried a lot of options to my laptop and here are some answers for you.
If you will ask your maker of pc it will cost too much but I am sure you can not change Video card input like desktop. What I have did myself is, I added external HDD, added extra memory, something is better than nothing.
There are some technicalties to for video card so better refer your maker for consultation.
Note: You can also check which your sound card if you want by going to System/Hardware/Device Manager/Sound
Laptops have graphics chips that are sometimes soldered onto the system board and sometimes they have a dedicated chip. When soldered it can't be change, but sometimes the dedicated chips can be upgraded. You have to check with the manufacture to find out the situation with your laptop.|||http://sewelldirect.com/vtbookpcmciacard…
Try checking out the above site.|||Not in that laptop. There are some newer high end "gaming" laptops that are now coming with them, however, if your laptop is more than a year or so old...it won't have that ability.|||I am glad there is someone with same thinking like mine. I have tried a lot of options to my laptop and here are some answers for you.
If you will ask your maker of pc it will cost too much but I am sure you can not change Video card input like desktop. What I have did myself is, I added external HDD, added extra memory, something is better than nothing.
There are some technicalties to for video card so better refer your maker for consultation.
Note: You can also check which your sound card if you want by going to System/Hardware/Device Manager/Sound
Is it safe to lay a motherboard, a video card, and aram stick on a wooden table?
Just wondering if you could safely lay a motherboard and other components on a wooden table if you do work on them. Thanks!|||You should really keep any of those items in anti-static bag when you are not working on them, however when you are you should buy a anti-static mat to do the work on, they are fairly cheap, just google it and check em out.
@ CT_THEBULL working with the items on a metal surface is a TERRIBLE idea, your just asking to short them out.|||I work on a wooden table but do use news paper on top since kitchen table can never be too save and recommend good lighting and I do use a anti-static plastic to place my motherboard on top or video card.You can also use the plastic bag that comes with any motherboard for shipping.You should use a anti static wrist band but I, don't just a hassle for me and never have fried any of my hardware plus wash your hands or wear gloves since sometimes my hands can be oily.|||Hi Jake that is very safe, best place to assemble one, because it's none metallic and wood don't hald static mr 5 years above post!!.|||wood is fine. metal would even be fine as long as it was static free. and no power went to the components while on the table. but wood will be fine|||Other than the fact you may scratch the table, it's fine.
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I want to install nvidia or ati a video card in my computer...but....?
i want to install a good video card in my computer, to be able to play games better but everytime i try downloading it it says my computer doesnt have the components or drivers for it, i check my directx i have a driver call sis can anyone help me out i dont want sis but any other above.|||Are you saying you are trying to "Download" a new video card? If this is so you cannot do this. Video cards are hardware, not software, and MUST be purchased physically. You install them physically into your computer.
Well, assuming you have the video card installed correctly, you need to download the correct drivers. It should have come with some in the package, but if it didn't, or if you want the latest ones, you can check at the manufacturer's Website at the links below.|||you have to purchase and install the hardware.you cannot download a graphics/video card.|||Umm you dont download a video card it is actually a part you buy and put in your computer to find out what kind you can use try this site.|||2001 sony comp sounds like a laptop to me.there is no way to up grade laptops video cards.|||Did you buy the actual video card?
You must buy a video card, then install it (by install it I mean, open the computer and insert the card in the rigth slot) and then you install the software.
Be aware that a good video card for gamers is kinda expensive.
by the way, the spec. of your computer you gave us doesn't tell us nothing, try giving us more details :)
Well, assuming you have the video card installed correctly, you need to download the correct drivers. It should have come with some in the package, but if it didn't, or if you want the latest ones, you can check at the manufacturer's Website at the links below.|||you have to purchase and install the hardware.you cannot download a graphics/video card.|||Umm you dont download a video card it is actually a part you buy and put in your computer to find out what kind you can use try this site.|||2001 sony comp sounds like a laptop to me.there is no way to up grade laptops video cards.|||Did you buy the actual video card?
You must buy a video card, then install it (by install it I mean, open the computer and insert the card in the rigth slot) and then you install the software.
Be aware that a good video card for gamers is kinda expensive.
by the way, the spec. of your computer you gave us doesn't tell us nothing, try giving us more details :)
How can I speed up my video card Nvidia GeForce 8600 GT, and will it harm any PC components?
I've got a video card GeForce 8600 Gt 256 mb in my pc. On one of the sites I read that it is possible to speed up its perfomance up and make it close to its cousin GeForce 8600 GTS 256 mb and thus save 50$ on a card. Therefore, if this rumor is true I would like to know how exactly i can do that (please provide step by step operation). In addition, I'd like to know what risk i take by doing it.
Thank you!|||yes, you can do this by overclocking the card, however this may damage the video card, you overclock by going into the computers bios(if you dont know what a bios is you should NOT be overclocking) and ajusting the performance of the PCI-Express video card you have.
Some video cards allow you to overclocking them from windows xp/vista, this will be special software included on the driver cd.
You should do a LOT of googling before you attempt this.|||Use nvidia ntune. You can download it from nvidia.com. Go to the performance section. It's very easy when using this program. The only thing is you'll have to redo it every time your restart your PC. If you wan to overclock and make sure it stays that way change the bios settings on your motherboard. When changing the bios settings up the settings in small increments. To much at one time can fry stuff. If your PC has a motherboard that doesn't have the overclock features then ntune is the only way.|||The term you are looking for is called overclocking. There are several utilities for this out on the internet but with that being said, I must give you a warning. Unless you are experienced with modding computer parts and clock speeds, I wouldn't suggest trying this. If you overclock too much or do it wrong, it'll overheat your GPU and make your card nothing more than a paperweight
Thank you!|||yes, you can do this by overclocking the card, however this may damage the video card, you overclock by going into the computers bios(if you dont know what a bios is you should NOT be overclocking) and ajusting the performance of the PCI-Express video card you have.
Some video cards allow you to overclocking them from windows xp/vista, this will be special software included on the driver cd.
You should do a LOT of googling before you attempt this.|||Use nvidia ntune. You can download it from nvidia.com. Go to the performance section. It's very easy when using this program. The only thing is you'll have to redo it every time your restart your PC. If you wan to overclock and make sure it stays that way change the bios settings on your motherboard. When changing the bios settings up the settings in small increments. To much at one time can fry stuff. If your PC has a motherboard that doesn't have the overclock features then ntune is the only way.|||The term you are looking for is called overclocking. There are several utilities for this out on the internet but with that being said, I must give you a warning. Unless you are experienced with modding computer parts and clock speeds, I wouldn't suggest trying this. If you overclock too much or do it wrong, it'll overheat your GPU and make your card nothing more than a paperweight
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