Graphics card upgrade, newbie needs advice, specs:?
Here are some that have been suggested:
GeForce 9800 GT 512MB
Radeon 4670 (fast) or GeForce 9600GT
NVidia 8800 GT
I found this: VisionTek Radeon HD 3450 512MB DDR2 PCI-E 2.0 64-bit DirectX 10.1 Video Card – 900231 for $65 and it seems to have comparable specs to the bigger boyz. Is this junk? Bad repuation?
I’m not looking for the best card ever, just a good card that is an upgrade then what I currently have installed.
Operating System: Windows Vista" Home Premium (6.0, Build 6001) Service Pack 1 (6001.vistasp1_gdr.080917-1612)
Language: English (Regional Setting: English)
System Manufacturer: Dell Inc.
System Model: Studio 540
BIOS: BIOS Date: 08/11/08 16:57:20 Ver: 0.0.1
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40GHz (4 CPUs), ~2.4GHz
Memory: 4094MB RAM
Page File: 1934MB used, 6483MB available
Windows Dir: C:\Windows
DirectX Version: DirectX 10
DX Setup Parameters: Not found
DxDiag Version: 6.00.6001.18000 32bit Unicode
Display Devices
—————
Card name: ATI Radeon HD 3450
Manufacturer: ATI Technologies Inc.
Chip type: ATI Radeon Graphics Processor (0x95C5)
DAC type: Internal DAC(400MHz)
Display Memory: 2042 MB
Dedicated Memory: 251 MB
Shared Memory: 1791 MB
Current Mode: 1280 x 768 (32 bit) (60Hz)
Monitor: Dell SP2009W
Driver Name: atidxx32,atidxx64.dll,atiumdag,atiumdva,…
Driver Version: 7.15.0010.0119 (English)
DDI Version: 10.1
Driver Attributes: Final Retail
Driver Date/Size: 5/12/2008 23:45:52, 1554944 bytes
Operating System System Model
Windows Vista Home Premium (x64) Service Pack 1 (build 6001) Dell Inc. Studio 540
Enclosure Type: Desktop
Processor a Main Circuit Board b
2.40 gigahertz Intel Core2 Quad Q6600
64 kilobyte primary memory cache
4096 kilobyte secondary memory cache Board: Dell Inc. 0M017G A00
Bus Clock: 267 megahertz
BIOS: Dell Inc. 1.0.1 08/11/2008
Drives Memory Modules c,d
640.07 Gigabytes Usable Hard Drive Capacity
401.12 Gigabytes Hard Drive Free Space
FvFx CDDVDvx+tech-200 SCSI CdRom Device [CD-ROM drive]
FvFx CDDVDvx+tech-200 SCSI CdRom Device [CD-ROM drive]
Optiarc DVD+-RW AD-7200S ATA Device [CD-ROM drive]
SZGJIHU 8DI3KHEFWTM SCSI CdRom Device [CD-ROM drive]
Generic- Compact Flash USB Device [Hard drive] — drive 1
Generic- MS/MS-Pro USB Device [Hard drive] — drive 4
Generic- SD/MMC USB Device [Hard drive] — drive 3
Generic- SM/xD-Picture USB Device [Hard drive] — drive 2
SAMSUNG HD642JJ [Hard drive] (640.13 GB) — drive 0, s/n S1JNJ1MQ700272, rev 1AA01113, SMART Status: Healthy 4096 Megabytes Installed Memory
Slot ‘DIMM1′ has 2048 MB
Slot ‘DIMM3′ is Empty
Slot ‘DIMM2′ has 2048 MB
Slot ‘DIMM4′ is Empty
Local Drive Volumes
c: (NTFS on drive 0) 543.43 GB 377.05 GB free
d: (NTFS on drive 0) 16.11 GB 9.50 GB free
j: (NTFS on drive 0) 80.53 GB 14.57 GB free
Network Drives
None detected
DISABLED Marks a disabled account; LOCKED OUT Marks a locked account
Dell Photo AIO Printer 944 on USB002
Dell Photo AIO Printer 944 on USB001
Microsoft XPS Document Writer on XPSPort:
Controllers Display
ATA Channel 0 [Controller] (2x)
ATA Channel 1 [Controller] (2x)
Intel(R) ICH10 Family 2 port Serial ATA Storage Controller 2 – 3A26
Intel(R) ICH10 Family 4 port Serial ATA Storage Controller 1 – 3A20 ATI Radeon HD 3450 [Display adapter]
DELL SP2009W [Monitor] (20.0"vis, s/n R297D8910V8L, September 2008)
ViewSonic A70 [Monitor] (15.7"vis, s/n CZ92905962, July 1999)
Bus Adapters Multimedia
AYCQRB06 IDE Controller
FVDSCSI (2003) SCSI Host Adapter
Microsoft iSCSI Initiator
Intel(R) ICH10 Family USB Enhanced Host Controller – 3A3A
Intel(R) ICH10 Family USB Enhanced Host Controller – 3A3C
Intel(R) ICH10 Family USB Universal Host Controller – 3A34
Intel(R) ICH10 Family USB Universal Host Controller – 3A35
Intel(R) ICH10 Family USB Universal Host Controller – 3A36
Intel(R) ICH10 Family USB Universal Host Controller – 3A37
Intel(R) ICH10 Family USB Universal Host Controller – 3A38
Intel(R) ICH10 Family USB Universal Host Controller – 3A39 High Definition Audio Device
Monitor Webcam
Realtek High Definition Audio
Communications Other Devices
isatap.domain.actdsltmp
Realtek RTL8168C(P)/8111C(P) Family PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC (NDIS 6.0)
Teredo Tunneling Pseudo-Interface
OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controller
RamDisk
HID-compliant consumer control device
USB Human Interface Device (3x)
Monitor Webcam
HID Keyboard Device
HID-compliant mouse
Generic USB Hub (2x)
USB Composite Device (2x)
USB Mass Storage Device
USB Root Hub (8x)
Generic volume shadow copy
Compact Flash
MS/MS-Pro
SD/MMC
SM/xD-Picture
Virus Protection [Back to Top]
Kaspersky Internet Security Version 8.0.0.454
Realtime File Scanning On
in USA. So would this be approved by all/most:
KFA2 by Galaxy GeForce 9600GT Overclocked 512MB 256-bit PCI-E DirectX 10 HDCP Supported Video Card – 96GFF6HUUEXV
http://www.buy.com/prod/kfa2-by-galaxy-geforce-9600gt-overclocked-512mb-256-bit-pci-e-directx/q/loc/101/208085162.html
According to Tom’s Hardware for the month of Dec ’08
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/radeon-geforce-graphics,2086-2.html
Best card for $60 would be the 4650.
The 3450 isn’t that great you can check out this chart here (only lists the mobile but the desktop isn’t much better)
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/radeon-geforce-graphics,2086-7.html
But to get the best performance but still cheap I’d go with the 9600GT or 3870 they’ve listed at $95.
Spot on with this particular write-up, I actually what if this web site preferences much more consideration. I’ll in all probability arrive all over again for additional information, thanks in which facts.
Thank you, I’ve been hunting for info about this subject matter for ages and yours is the best I have located so far.
Admiring the time and energy you put into your site and in depth information you offer. It’s good to come across a blog every once in a while that isn’t the same outdated rehashed material. Excellent read! I’ve bookmarked your site and I’m including your RSS feeds to my Google account.
I completely agree with that. Bang on the money. Nice going!
Extremely engrossing article. You often publish a riveting blog. I would like to see even more very soon.
Great post Knikkolette! I recently open an account in StumbleUpon so I found this article very usefull: much better than the SU tutorials!
Cool sites…
[...]we came across a cool site that you might enjoy. Take a look if you want[...]……
Have you ever considered about adding a little bit more than just your articles? I mean, what you say is valuable and everything. However just imagine if you added some great photos or videos to give your posts more, “pop”! Your content is excellent but with pics and videos, this site could certainly be one of the best in its field. Fantastic blog!
Well known The search engines benefits can occasionally bring about fantastic information sites of this nature. You’re conducting a excellent activity, and we publish lots of creative ideas. Cover come back soo certainly. Dave
This was amusing and it made me lmao! Keep up the good work !
Hiya! I know this is kinda off topic however I’d figured I’d ask. Would you be interested in trading links or maybe guest authoring a blog post or vice-versa? My website addresses a lot of the same subjects as yours and I think we could greatly benefit from each other. If you happen to be interested feel free to send me an e-mail. I look forward to hearing from you! Excellent blog by the way!
Hey dude, I was actually just spending some time searching over the internet for a little information and facts and stumble’d across your daarn cool site. I am just really amazed with the information that you’ve written within this web-site. It displays exactly how well you understand this subject. Bookmarked this site, and will come back for more. You Rock!!
I just now wanted to thank you a lot more for your amazing web page you have built here. It really is full of ideas for those who are truly interested in that subject, in particular this very post. You’re really all so sweet along with thoughtful of others in addition to the fact that reading your website posts is a good delight to me. And what generous gift! Tom and I are going to have enjoyment making use of your suggestions in what we should do next week. Our record is a mile long so your tips will definitely be put to excellent use.
I am continuously searching online for posts that can aid me. Thank you!
The details from this valuable weblog is definitely beneficial.
Great work! This is the type of information that should be shared around the web. Shame on the search engines for not positioning this post higher! Come on over and visit my website . Thanks =)
meditation tips meditation techniques meditation techniques meditation
Awesome stuff you guys got here. I really like the theme of the website and how well you organized the content. It’s a marvelous job I will come back and check you out sometime.
Hi there, You’ve done an excellent job. I will certainly digg it and personally suggest to my friends. I’m sure they’ll be benefited from this web site.
This kind of subject definitely interests everybody. I have reason to believe a book may be written about the idea. We appreciate you sharing your thinking with us.
Some truly nice and useful info on this site, too I believe the style and design holds great features.
F*ckin’ remarkable things here. I’m very glad to see your post. Thanks a lot and i’m looking forward to contact you. Will you kindly drop me a mail?
Thank you for your site! You write about amazing things. Keep up the good work!
good day, this is my first time i visit here. I found so many fascinating in your blog especially on easy methods to decide the topic. keep up the awfullwork.
Hello.This article was extremely motivating, especially because I was searching for thoughts on this matter last Sunday.
Hey There. I found your blog using msn. This is a really well written article. I’ll be sure to bookmark it and return to read more of your useful info. Thanks for the post. I’ll definitely comeback.
The Author is crazy..!
Hi cool article – do you have a facebook share button ?
Howdy! I simply want to give a huge thumbs up for the nice information you’ve here on this post. I will probably be coming back to your blog for extra soon.
Thanks for the info. Your post helped me in my final examinations.
An fascinating dialogue is price comment. I believe that it’s best to write more on this subject, it might not be a taboo subject but typically people are not sufficient to speak on such topics. To the next. Cheers
Thank you for another informative website. Where else could I get that type of information written in such an ideal way? I’ve a project that I’m just now working on, and I’ve been on the look out for such info.
This is the fitting blog for anybody who wants to find out about this topic. You realize a lot its virtually onerous to argue with you (not that I truly would need…HaHa). You undoubtedly put a new spin on a subject thats been written about for years. Great stuff, simply great!
Hey there! Would you mind if I share your blog with my facebook group? There’s a lot of folks that I think would really enjoy your content. Please let me know. Thanks
http://meslfog476sotr.com
Good post. I discover something a lot more difficult on various blogs everyday. It’ll usually be stimulating to read content from other writers and practice just a little one thing from their shop. I’d prefer to use some using the content on my weblog whether you don’t mind. Natually, I’ll provide you with a link on your internet blog. Thanks for sharing.
As a Newbie, I am permanently searching online for articles that can benefit me. Thank you
Wonderful blog! I found it while searching on Yahoo News. Do you have any suggestions on how to get listed in Yahoo News? I’ve been trying for a while but I never seem to get there! Appreciate it
I went over this site and I think you have a lot of wonderful information, bookmarked (:.
I always was interested in this subject and still am, regards for posting .
Thanks for your posting. One other thing is that if you are disposing your property alone, one of the problems you need to be aware of upfront is just how to deal with house inspection reports. As a FSBO owner, the key to successfully moving your property in addition to saving money in real estate agent income is know-how. The more you realize, the more stable your sales effort will probably be. One area exactly where this is particularly crucial is inspection reports.
great post. Ne’er knew this, appreciate it for letting me know.
Really instructive and great bodily structure of written content , now that’s user pleasant (:.
Rzeczowo powiedziane. Jako realistka zak?adam, ?e pusta dyskusja to strata czasu.
Write more, thats all I have to say. Literally, it seems as though you relied on the video to make your point. You clearly know what youre talking about, why throw away your intelligence on just posting videos to your weblog when you could be giving us something enlightening to read?
Attractive section of content. I just stumbled upon your blog and in accession capital to assert that I acquire in fact enjoyed account your blog posts. Anyway I will be subscribing to your augment and even I achievement you access consistently quickly.
This is very interesting, You are a very skilled blogger. I’ve joined your rss feed and look forward to seeking more of your fantastic post. Also, I have shared your web site in my social networks!
Thank you for your whole hard work on this site. My daughter delights in managing investigation and it’s really easy to see why. We learn all concerning the compelling means you provide reliable guidance on the web site and invigorate participation from other people on this theme and my girl is now studying a whole lot. Enjoy the rest of the new year. You have been carrying out a really great job.
Yesterday, while I was at work, my sister stole my iPad and tested to see if it can survive a forty foot drop, just so she can be a youtube sensation. My iPad is now destroyed and she has 83 views. I know this is completely off topic but I had to share it with someone!
An fascinating dialogue is worth comment. I feel that you must write extra on this subject, it may not be a taboo subject however generally persons are not enough to speak on such topics. To the next. Cheers