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Can I just change from 6600GT to 8800GTS???

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Right now I have a 6600GT video card on my computer. Im planning on upgrading all of my computer parts but my video card since I am waiting for the ATI DX10 cards to come out so I can buy the 8800GTS for cheaper.

My question is, with the latest driver downloaded from the nvidia website, can i just take out my 6600GT video card from my computer and replace it with the 8800GTS card? Or do i need to uninstall the drivers and then install the 8800GTS?

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just replace it and you should be fine.

then go to nv,s site and download the drivers for the g80 card.

Reply to sirheck

G80 drivers are different, i went from a 7900GT to a 8800GTS and yes you have to uninstall the Drivers and install the new G80 ones. BTW the 8800GTS is going give your computer a kick in the pants.....

Reply to Xazax310

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G80 drivers are different, i went from a 7900GT to a 8800GTS and yes you have to uninstall the Drivers and install the new G80 ones. BTW the 8800GTS is going give your computer a kick in the pants.....



yes i know they are different thats why you download the new ones. :roll:

Reply to sirheck

I was saying that to the poster BTW i know U KNOW but he doesnt....

Reply to Xazax310

What are your current specs? If your running an older PC, which I'm assuming since you have a 6600, you might get a CPU bottleneck with a 8800gts and see diminished returns.

Also, what power supply do you have? 400W with +12 Volt rating of 26 Amps is recommended for an 8800gts.

In any respect, you'll see a terrific improvement over your 6600.

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