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Son_ganon   11-11-2008 at 06:05:30 PM

I know this has been asked many times. But I have not been getting a answer for this problem. Well I have a dell 530. I bought this in 07 around September. Here are the specs

Windows Vista Home Premium
Intel Core 2 Duo SPU E6550 @ 2.33GHz
2GB of Ram
nvidia 8300 geforce graphics card. "its broken so I am using my mother board at the moment Intel G33/G31 Express Chipset Family.
300 watt PS "Already found one that is 500 watts so I am gonna get that later"


Here is the problem. I found two great cards I want since my graphics card is dead. I know I will be able to run them But I dont know if I can actaully fit it in the case. It doesnt show how big the card is. Can any one help. Also can anyone tell me which is a better deal. The one with rebate or the one that is 159

here are the cards. Also if you guys can find a better caerd that I can use for my computer please post it XD. Budget is a consern but my max is 200 for a card.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814130415

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ilovebarny   11-11-2008 at 06:15:07 PM
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this link has some suggestions. yes that card should fit your case.
http://www.tomshardware.com/review [...] 064-3.html

i suggest this card if you stick with nvidia. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814130384

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zenmaster   11-11-2008 at 06:23:08 PM
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You don't want either card.
For the 8800 Series, get one with 512mb of memory.
THey are faster than the 320 and 640 by a fair margin.

NVIDIA redesigned the cards but did not change the product name for no rational reason.

You may want to consider the ATI 4670.
It will be a huge leap from your old card, should work with your current PSU.

The 8800 Series cards will be a bit tight on your PSU.

Note: Please make sure you got the Dell 530 and not Dell 530s
The "S" is for Slim-Line.
Big difference in what cards will fit.

------------------------------ If its good in theory but not in practice,
its not good theory.
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Son_ganon   11-11-2008 at 06:26:02 PM
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I dont have the slim. Also concerning the psu im going to get a 500 watt one. Well thanks guys but can I use pci express 2.0 ?

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ilovebarny   11-11-2008 at 06:35:22 PM
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cards that are PCIE 2.0 are backwards compatible. in other words, yes, you can use a graphics card that is pcie 2.0 in a mobo that's not.

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Son_ganon   11-11-2008 at 06:39:46 PM
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ok thank you so much. So is that a card to get.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814130384
Or is there any other better card that is max at 200 bucks


Message edited by Son_ganon on 11-11-2008 at 06:48:53 PM
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dirtmountain   11-11-2008 at 06:49:37 PM
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If you go with the HD4670 that zenmaster suggested, you won't need a new power supply, the Delta manufactured 300w that you already have would be fine. If you're getting the 500w power supply anyways then the HD4850 would be a better choice at your budget. You should also be aware that your Dell like most prebuilts has very poor cooling, download a hardware monitor and keep an eye on your temperatures.Check now and then after you put a GPU in.
Good cards for you that will fit and aid in cooling. Running from $80 after rebate to $180
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814161252
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814130397
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814121266
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814161243

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Son_ganon   11-11-2008 at 06:56:01 PM
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ill go with the last one. Thank you guys so much. I love this website XD
Also I am very aware about the cooling and keep conditions in my room at a very cold temps also cleaning out my computer will help with the heat issue.

Aslo that last card you said do I need a 500 watt. Also for anyone that wants to know my screen is 1680 X 1050


Message edited by Son_ganon on 11-11-2008 at 07:03:28 PM
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Cranky1970   11-11-2008 at 07:07:34 PM
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The 4850 will do you fine friend. Good choice.

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dirtmountain   11-11-2008 at 10:05:47 PM
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Yes, the HD4850 will need at least a 450w power supply. A decent choice for power supply is the OCZ SteathStream at $30 after rebate with free shipping.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817341012
or the 450w Corsair at $61 after rebate with free shipping.
http://www.buy.com/prod/corsair-45 [...] 66485.html

the 550w is only $5 more at www.buy.com
Antec Earthwatts 500w is also a good choice, but it's $70 right now


Message edited by dirtmountain on 11-11-2008 at 10:07:06 PM
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Son_ganon   11-11-2008 at 11:29:55 PM
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um yeah but they can't be used in my dell with out my modding the case. is this a good choice
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817703016

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ilovebarny   11-11-2008 at 11:35:46 PM
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yes PC power&cooling make good psu's. but you pay for the quality.

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rolli59   11-11-2008 at 11:56:16 PM
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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Show [...] -%20Retail
excellent choice and the price is right at the moment.

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Delluser1   11-12-2008 at 01:04:25 AM
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Son_ganon wrote :

um yeah but they can't be used in my dell with out my modding the case. is this a good choice
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817703016


The only difference between that and the standard Silencer is the lack of a switch.
The only case modification needed for the standard unit to fit would be a slight bending of the metal to allow for the switch, so slight that the mounting screws would take care of it when tightened .

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Son_ganon   11-17-2008 at 04:06:56 AM
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Well Ill go with the dell on the safe side. Well thanks guys :)

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Son_ganon   12-09-2008 at 10:48:54 PM
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Ok guys Im back. Well I am still a bit confused.
Also is this card better then the one I was planning to get this http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814161243

or should I get this
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814161248

or is a card like this.....
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814127361
possible on my dell

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