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Stability
11-04-2008, 12:38 PM
Hey all. Have a friend that had his vid card die. very sad day for him :( Anyway. He doesn't know too much about computers, so I'm trying to help him out (yeah yeah, the blind leading the blind sort of a thing lol). Well, he doesn't have a very good computer, but was hoping to get a decent card so he could maybe use it to help upgrade later. Found http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130393 and looks to be a smoking deal to me. My 2 questions though:
1 - I can't seem to find the minimum requirements for the PSU to run this card and
2 - Can't seem to find the dimensions for this card. He has an HP computer, so I think most of their case's are pretty much the same (older case).

I know I'm vague, but not really looking for answers of if his equipment will run this card. More of trying to figure out how to find the specs on the card myself and I should be able to tell if this card will work for him.

Also, you all think this is a good card for the money?

-Stab

[Jett]-XgrinderX
11-04-2008, 01:19 PM
The first question would be, does the board in his PC have a PCI Express slot?

Stability
11-04-2008, 01:26 PM
-XgrinderX;7087']The first question would be, does the board in his PC have a PCI Express slot?

Yes, he has a PCI-Express slot.

My only concerns are if it will fit and whether the PSU can run it. He is checking the PSU tonight after work and will measure the case. So those are the 2 big factors.

[Jett]-XgrinderX
11-04-2008, 03:15 PM
sounds like u r on the right track then :)

gamage
11-04-2008, 04:35 PM
Stab,

here are the specs on that card
http://www.evga.com/products/moreinfo.asp?pn=512-P3-N861-AR
and as far as price goes, yes it is a deal for the card.
Gamage

gamage
11-04-2008, 04:36 PM
considering this I think it is a great price


e-GeForce 9600 GT
Part Number: 512-P3-N861-AR
MSRP: $139.99 USD *In Stock*

;)

gamage
11-04-2008, 04:40 PM
BTW this is what I do, so if you need help on questions like will it fit and work with his pc, just ask and I would be happy to help. just post his pc model and I will be able to let you know more IF you need help.
Gamage