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 Jun 25 2008, 12:06 PM
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I don't know a whole lot about the insides of the comp., but I gather that I need to upgrade the video card for the game to preform better? Could I get a decent Video Card for ~$100? (I saw a few in Office Max today, but have no clue if they're any good) Here's some general specs on the computer: Dell Inspiron 531 Windows Vista 32bit Operating System AMD 64 Athlon x2 Dual Core Processor 5600+ 2.80GHz 1982 MB RAM "Windows Media Experience" = 3.0 held back by low score on Gaming Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE nForce 430 Display Adapter Thanks for the help. |
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Jun 25 2008, 03:05 PM
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 Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 443 Joined: 19-June 05 From: Quebec, Canada, Member No.: 24,080 |
I don't know how good, but you could get something that should run Halo 2 fine.
Something like this or this should work fine. -------------------- Programming today is a race between software engineers striving to build bigger and better idiot-proof programs, and the Universe trying to produce bigger and better idiots. So far, the Universe is winning.
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Jun 25 2008, 06:00 PM
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 Distinguished Member Group: BC Advisor Posts: 927 Joined: 24-June 06 From: Pace University - New York City Campus Member No.: 73,266 |
It's strange that Halo 2 will mention a 64-bit OS if you're running 32-bit Vista. Keep in mind that you may need to turn off on-board graphics if you install a graphics card. The multiple graphics cards may confuse the computer.
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Jun 26 2008, 02:08 AM
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Get this 8800GT, only $120 using $20 code VGA62420
http://www.newegg.com/product/product.aspx...N82E16814130359 |
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Jun 26 2008, 02:59 PM
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Leaning towards this one at the moment...what do you think?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16814150229 |
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Jun 26 2008, 03:29 PM
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 Forum Addict Group: BC Advisor Posts: 1,199 Joined: 28-September 06 From: New York Member No.: 87,553 |
An 8600Gt isn't that great. For a few dollars more you can get an 8800gs which is much better http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16814130332 .
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Jun 26 2008, 04:26 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 32 Joined: 18-June 06 Member No.: 72,477 |
Talk to me about the PCIe2.0...How would I check that out? Also, with the power connector, where does that connect to?
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Jun 26 2008, 08:16 PM
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Forum Addict Group: BC Advisor Posts: 1,199 Joined: 28-September 06 From: New York Member No.: 87,553 |
PCIE2.0 will work in a regular PCIEx16 slot. It is compatible with your computer. It just works a little bit faster on motherboards that support PCIE2.0.
If your power supply doesn't come with the 6-pin power connector, it has an adapter for it. -------------------- |
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Jun 26 2008, 10:31 PM
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Went with the 8800 GS! With the free shipping and rebate, it'll only be about $10 more than the 8600. Thanks, I can't wait to see how much better the game runs!
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Jun 27 2008, 08:06 AM
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Forum Addict Group: BC Advisor Posts: 1,199 Joined: 28-September 06 From: New York Member No.: 87,553 |
That's great! Let us know how much better your games run!
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Jun 28 2008, 01:43 AM
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QUOTE(jono cp @ Jun 26 2008, 02:08 AM)  Get this 8800GT, only $120 using $20 code VGA62420 http://www.newegg.com/product/product.aspx...N82E16814130359 I just happened to see some reviews and articles on 8800GT |
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Jun 28 2008, 04:17 AM
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QUOTE(tossy @ Jun 28 2008, 07:43 AM) QUOTE(jono cp @ Jun 26 2008, 02:08 AM) Get this 8800GT, only $120 using $20 code VGA62420 http://www.newegg.com/product/product.aspx...N82E16814130359 I just happened to see some reviews and articles on 8800GT Completely agree, I purchased a BFG 8800GT 512MB for around £125 ($249.225) after alot of research it appeared to me that this card (8800GT) had the best 'bang for buck'. It out performed the low end series 9 geforce cords too! Can play Crysis, Bioshock, STALKER, Assains's Creed, Call of Duty 4, Dirt all at a very high resolution, with no slow down. -------------------- If all else fails, hit the reset button.
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Jun 29 2008, 12:13 PM
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i say you should buy a simple 32 mb video card it plays most new games like WoW
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Jun 29 2008, 02:48 PM
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Forum Addict Group: BC Advisor Posts: 1,199 Joined: 28-September 06 From: New York Member No.: 87,553 |
A 32mb video card will not run halo 2 at all.
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Jul 1 2008, 02:20 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 32 Joined: 18-June 06 Member No.: 72,477 |
I got the video card and opened up the case today to install the card but I couldn't find anywhere that the 6 pin power connector would go. The cords are only a few inches long, and nothing around the PCI slot looks like they would plug in.
I tried installing it without the power adapter but just got a loud continuous beep noise. |
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