Is this a good video card?
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I have another question guys. I went to a live chat with a Hewlett Packard tech person. I asked him about upgrading my video card and the tech person said " I dont recommend putting in a power supply more than 350 because it may damage the components on the motherboard."
The video card Cee suggested requires 400.
Is what the tech guy said legitimit or will this not be a problem if I install a power supply of like 490? 450?
He said it would hurt the components on the motherboard.
What should I do? Also he told me my computer model is a 20 pin PCUE compatible supplier. I need help again
The video card Cee suggested requires 400.
Is what the tech guy said legitimit or will this not be a problem if I install a power supply of like 490? 450?
He said it would hurt the components on the motherboard.
What should I do? Also he told me my computer model is a 20 pin PCUE compatible supplier. I need help again
ceewi1
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He's talking absolute crap. Take a look at PSU101:CQReborn said:I have another question guys. I went to a live chat with a Hewlett Packard tech person. I asked him about upgrading my video card and the tech person said " I dont recommend putting in a power supply more than 350 because it may damage the components on the motherboard."
The video card Cee suggested requires 400.
Is what the tech guy said legitimit or will this not be a problem if I install a power supply of like 490? 450?
He said it would hurt the components on the motherboard.
What should I do? Also he told me my computer model is a 20 pin PCUE compatible supplier. I need help again
PSU101 said:
The connector splits into a 20 pin, with the extra 4 pins being unused. Here's an example:
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matt12685848
New Member
Well, if you dont even have an AGP slot im assuming your pc is fairly outdated. If you want to play any of the newer games I suggest a new build.
No, I got a AGP Slot and a 2 PCI Slots.
EDIT:
Ok, guys, I decided that im going to keep the package and upgrade my motherboard. I found quite a few good guides online giving instuctions how to install a mobo. So if you know a good guide please tell me and I also need advice on what motherboard to buy for a good price.
EDIT:
Ok, guys, I decided that im going to keep the package and upgrade my motherboard. I found quite a few good guides online giving instuctions how to install a mobo. So if you know a good guide please tell me and I also need advice on what motherboard to buy for a good price.
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Mobo: Board: ASUSTek Computer INC. Salmon 1.04
Bus Clock: 200 megahertz
BIOS: Phoenix Technologies, LTD 3.07 01/10/2005
Specifications:
Processor
* AMD Athlon™ 64 3400+ processor
Processor Speed
* 2.4GHz
Processor Cache
* L2 Cache = 512KB
Bus Speed
* 1600MHz System Bus
Memory
* 512MB PC3200 DDR SDRAM memory (expandable to 2GB)
(currently has another 512 MB Kingston for a total of 1Gig, installed
11-05)
Hard Drive
* 200GB 7200RPM Serial ATA hard drive
Optical Drive(s)
* CD-ROM drive 48x max. speed
* LightScribe Double Layer 16X DVD±R/RW drive with CD writer
capabilities: 16x DVD+R, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD±RW, 2.4 DVD+R DL, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x
CD-R, 24x CD-RW, 40x CD-ROM
Video Graphics
* Integrated SIS Mirage 2 Graphics with 128MB
(currently upgraded to a Radeon 9200 SE AGP 128mb)
Network Interface
* Integrated 10/100Base-T networking interface
Sound
* Integrated audio, 6 speaker configurable
Fax/Modem
* 56k modem
Memory Slots
* Two DIMM 184-pin (both in use since upgrade to 1 G)
Expansion Slots
* Three PCI (two available)
* One AGP (available)
Expansion Bays
* Two external 5.25" bays (occupied)
* One external 3.5" bay (one available)
* One internal 3.5" (occupied)
Total External Ports
* Front panel 9-in-1 memory card reader - [supports Smart Media, xD,
MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital (SD), Compact Flash I, Compact Flash II,
Micro Drive, Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro
* 7 USB 2.0 ports (3 FRONT, 4 back)
* 2 FireWire (IEEE 1394) port(s) (1 FRONT, 1 back)
* 1 Parallel, 2 PS/2 (back)
* Microphone/headphone/line-in (Front)
Included Mouse and Keyboard
* Compaq scroller mouse
* Compaq multimedia keyboard
Dimensions
* Unpackaged: 15.35"(H) x 7.17"(W) x 16.54"(D)
* Packaged: 23.5"(H) x 10.25"(W) x 29.75"(D)
Weight
* Unpackaged: 30lbs
* Packaged: 33lbs
Software:
Operating System
* Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Home Edition with Service Pack 2
PC Security
* Norton Internet Security 2005: Protect your PC out of the box (60 days
complimentary live updates)
* InterMute SpySubtract Pro: Protect your PC out of the box from
unwanted spyware (60 days of complimentary live updates; English only)
Productivity
* Microsoft Office Student and Teacher Edition 2003: 60-day trial
version
* Microsoft ® Works 8: Includes a word processor, spreadsheet, database
and calendar
* Compaq Organize: Access your files, applications, and websites from
one location
* Microsoft ® Money Standard 2005: Manage your personal finances and
investments
* Quicken 2005 New User Edition: Track your home finances and
investments
* MSN Encarta Standard Online: Access complete encyclopedia, maps
center, dictionary and thesaurus (1 year trial subscription included)
* Adobe ® Reader 6.0: Read and print PDF files
Entertainment
* Apple iTunes for Windows: Digital music jukebox for importing music,
organizing your collection and more
* Sonic DigitalMedia Plus: Burn and archive data to CDs
* InterVideo WinDVD 5 player: Play DVD movies
* Adobe ® Photoshop Album Starter Edition
Online Services
* Easy sign-up to major dial-up and broadband Internet Service
Providers:
o AOL dial-up (trial service included)
o AOL for Broadband (trial service included)
o AOL for Small Business (trial service included)
o AOL Latino (trial service included)
o Netscape Internet Service (offer included)
o MSN dial-up (offer included)
o MSN Premium (offer included)
o EarthLink dial-up (offer included)
o EarthLink High Speed (offer included)
o SBC Yahoo! DSL (offer included)
Service and Support
* Service Options:
o Hardware: One year parts and labor from date of purchase.
o Software: 90 day technical toll-free phone assistance.
* Service Delivery:
o Customer Replaceable Parts
o Return to hp for repair
o Authorized Service Provider.
o For information, visit www.hp.com/support
* Support Options:
o Desktop icon provides one click access to built-in desktop Help
and Support Center.
o Easy, online access to questions, answers and troubleshooting
information via www.hp.com/support
o Direct, knowledgeable assistance available 24/7 toll-free by
Bus Clock: 200 megahertz
BIOS: Phoenix Technologies, LTD 3.07 01/10/2005
Specifications:
Processor
* AMD Athlon™ 64 3400+ processor
Processor Speed
* 2.4GHz
Processor Cache
* L2 Cache = 512KB
Bus Speed
* 1600MHz System Bus
Memory
* 512MB PC3200 DDR SDRAM memory (expandable to 2GB)
(currently has another 512 MB Kingston for a total of 1Gig, installed
11-05)
Hard Drive
* 200GB 7200RPM Serial ATA hard drive
Optical Drive(s)
* CD-ROM drive 48x max. speed
* LightScribe Double Layer 16X DVD±R/RW drive with CD writer
capabilities: 16x DVD+R, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD±RW, 2.4 DVD+R DL, 16x DVD-ROM, 40x
CD-R, 24x CD-RW, 40x CD-ROM
Video Graphics
* Integrated SIS Mirage 2 Graphics with 128MB
(currently upgraded to a Radeon 9200 SE AGP 128mb)
Network Interface
* Integrated 10/100Base-T networking interface
Sound
* Integrated audio, 6 speaker configurable
Fax/Modem
* 56k modem
Memory Slots
* Two DIMM 184-pin (both in use since upgrade to 1 G)
Expansion Slots
* Three PCI (two available)
* One AGP (available)
Expansion Bays
* Two external 5.25" bays (occupied)
* One external 3.5" bay (one available)
* One internal 3.5" (occupied)
Total External Ports
* Front panel 9-in-1 memory card reader - [supports Smart Media, xD,
MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital (SD), Compact Flash I, Compact Flash II,
Micro Drive, Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro
* 7 USB 2.0 ports (3 FRONT, 4 back)
* 2 FireWire (IEEE 1394) port(s) (1 FRONT, 1 back)
* 1 Parallel, 2 PS/2 (back)
* Microphone/headphone/line-in (Front)
Included Mouse and Keyboard
* Compaq scroller mouse
* Compaq multimedia keyboard
Dimensions
* Unpackaged: 15.35"(H) x 7.17"(W) x 16.54"(D)
* Packaged: 23.5"(H) x 10.25"(W) x 29.75"(D)
Weight
* Unpackaged: 30lbs
* Packaged: 33lbs
Software:
Operating System
* Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Home Edition with Service Pack 2
PC Security
* Norton Internet Security 2005: Protect your PC out of the box (60 days
complimentary live updates)
* InterMute SpySubtract Pro: Protect your PC out of the box from
unwanted spyware (60 days of complimentary live updates; English only)
Productivity
* Microsoft Office Student and Teacher Edition 2003: 60-day trial
version
* Microsoft ® Works 8: Includes a word processor, spreadsheet, database
and calendar
* Compaq Organize: Access your files, applications, and websites from
one location
* Microsoft ® Money Standard 2005: Manage your personal finances and
investments
* Quicken 2005 New User Edition: Track your home finances and
investments
* MSN Encarta Standard Online: Access complete encyclopedia, maps
center, dictionary and thesaurus (1 year trial subscription included)
* Adobe ® Reader 6.0: Read and print PDF files
Entertainment
* Apple iTunes for Windows: Digital music jukebox for importing music,
organizing your collection and more
* Sonic DigitalMedia Plus: Burn and archive data to CDs
* InterVideo WinDVD 5 player: Play DVD movies
* Adobe ® Photoshop Album Starter Edition
Online Services
* Easy sign-up to major dial-up and broadband Internet Service
Providers:
o AOL dial-up (trial service included)
o AOL for Broadband (trial service included)
o AOL for Small Business (trial service included)
o AOL Latino (trial service included)
o Netscape Internet Service (offer included)
o MSN dial-up (offer included)
o MSN Premium (offer included)
o EarthLink dial-up (offer included)
o EarthLink High Speed (offer included)
o SBC Yahoo! DSL (offer included)
Service and Support
* Service Options:
o Hardware: One year parts and labor from date of purchase.
o Software: 90 day technical toll-free phone assistance.
* Service Delivery:
o Customer Replaceable Parts
o Return to hp for repair
o Authorized Service Provider.
o For information, visit www.hp.com/support
* Support Options:
o Desktop icon provides one click access to built-in desktop Help
and Support Center.
o Easy, online access to questions, answers and troubleshooting
information via www.hp.com/support
o Direct, knowledgeable assistance available 24/7 toll-free by
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ceewi1
VIP Member
Sorry for the delay,
Your system is a S754 AMD, meaning your motherboard choices are limited (although there are still a few good ones). At $64 the Asus K8N-VM would be my pick. The main power connector is a 24-pin, and while you can still use your old 20-pin, I really wouldn't recommend it.
While the Building Computers 101 guide doesn't refer specifically to replacing a motherboard, the process is very similar. You will need to remove any expansion cards, power and data cables, as well as the front panel connections such as the power switch before removing the old motherboard. Remove the RAM and CPU from the old board and insert them into the new one. It would be a good idea to reapply thermal paste to the processor before putting the HSF back over it (be sure to clean both before applying the new paste).
Screw the new motherboard into the case, reattach the cables (the board manual will tell you what goes where), and reinsert the expansion cards, including the new video card.
Before using the computer, you would be best off to run a repair reinstall from the Windows CD.
Your system is a S754 AMD, meaning your motherboard choices are limited (although there are still a few good ones). At $64 the Asus K8N-VM would be my pick. The main power connector is a 24-pin, and while you can still use your old 20-pin, I really wouldn't recommend it.
While the Building Computers 101 guide doesn't refer specifically to replacing a motherboard, the process is very similar. You will need to remove any expansion cards, power and data cables, as well as the front panel connections such as the power switch before removing the old motherboard. Remove the RAM and CPU from the old board and insert them into the new one. It would be a good idea to reapply thermal paste to the processor before putting the HSF back over it (be sure to clean both before applying the new paste).
Screw the new motherboard into the case, reattach the cables (the board manual will tell you what goes where), and reinsert the expansion cards, including the new video card.
Before using the computer, you would be best off to run a repair reinstall from the Windows CD.