Can you guys help me chose a 256MB or a 512MB graphics card for this motherboard (GBF865) because i just cant seem to get help from these stupid shops that i tried to purchase a graphics card from.. I want this card to play games such as Quake 4 and so on and i also want it to be compatible with other motherboards just incase i buy a new one!
Thank you in advance for your help!
Regards,
Abulreesh!
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Jump to PostI believe that "865 GBF" is a chipset (Intel), and not a motherboard brand/model. Without knowing what motherboard you are referring to, it is not possible to know what VGA slot you have.
Anyway there are 3 possibilities: AGP (x4 or x8), PCI-E (x8 or x16) and Crossfire (for …
Jump to PostYup, 8x AGP. You can't miss. Any VGA you get now will be compatible with future AGP mobos and retro-compatible with older AGP mobos.
You did mention Quake 4 as game you would like to run. I suggest that your PC has at least 2 GB of RAM. I …
Jump to PostRegarding the memory:
I suggest that you go back to the store and replace the 1 G stick for 2 512 MB sticks. 1 gig sticks are slower than 2 (or 3) 512 MB sticks. Also, you must take in consideration that you have 2 memory channels. 1st and 3rd …
Jump to PostFirst boot after new card was plugged in is normally very long. That is because the system is looking for new drivers for the new piece of hardware.
I suggest that you install video drivers and DirectX drivers yourself, regardless of weather it has been properly installed or not …
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Great support and correct information as always!
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