Newer graphics cards with older comp
Hi guys,
I need some quick advice on purchasing a graphics card. I'd like to purchase a second hand computer, and install a recent GC with HDMI output which could be used for some gaming and HD playback. I have my eye on some older Dells (compact case) that boast the early generation dual cores (LGA 775 socket).
Could you advise me on some decent cheaper cards (under 100 bucks new). Also, Id like to know about compatiblity issues i may be presented with (2.0 Express GC bus with older motherboard?) and whether I really need DDR5 RAM and how much of it.
Thanks!
Forgot to mention the smaller case, and if I might encounter problems there
Did a little more research..
Here's some offerings around $100 that you can try.
Radeon HD 5670
GeForce GTS 250
You can git this card for about $130, ths is what I would buy.
Radeon HD 5750 1 GB
I'd recommend wiping all the current video drivers on your machine first. Go to website, get latest drivers put on hard drive or thumb drive.
Un-install old card, install new card. Boot using Window's basic video drivers. When prompted to install drivers for new device point it at new drivers or just run new driver suite. Reboot and rinse.
Worf