And it doesn't fit in my Machine.. Needless to say I'm extremly disapointed and I find it extremly frusturating that there's no measurements on the cards ANYWHERE so you have to buy it and chance it. I've been wanting to play Age of Conan, been following the game for over 3 years now and it's out next month and I've been REALLY excited about it. I even got into a Beta last weekend, and it's nearly unplayable on my Machine because of the Video Card.. I'm about ready to cancel my pre-order because this card doesn't fit and it's killing me inside.. Does anyone know any worthwhile cards that aren't huge? Thanks.. v.v

So much whinning and so little information.
 
Here's an Idea, buy a bigger case.  

Sorry, it was just a bit of a rant as I'm a 15 year old running on an allowance and I've been saving for the card for half a year only to have it not work. What more information could you want?

The problem would be your case. Even the largest graphics card in existance will fit in any midtower atx case that's sold as standalone parts. Those things are standardized.

You're probably using a nonstandardized case from one of those companies like HP. Cards are getting bigger, it's the overall trend. There are single slot versions of comparable cards, but they're just as long, so if it's the length, you're out of luck.

Which card is it?

This is the card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814127329   So beautiful +_+
 
And yes I do infact have an HP, and I think I will look into buying a new case, didn't think of that.

Does anyone have any suggestion for a good case, good price, that can fit my 8800GT? Also, it included a power supply wouldn't hurt as mine is only 450 watts. =)

This is the case I use. I have a slightly larger g92 8800gts, so your card will definately fit. No psu on this one.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811119077

You can get something else though. Those things are standardized, and any midtower atx case should do.

Case with 550w powersupply.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811119142

There should be better deals though. Shop around.

Okay. Do you think I NEED 550 watts? I re-checked and found out mine is actually only 400! I was planning on buying a 500 watt. I don't plan on ever running an SLI set up, atleast not with this machine, so for a single card do you think 500 watts is enough?  
 
I was looking around and these 2 cases caught my eye as they come with a 500 watt power supply AND have a very good price after MRI, are these any good?
 
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811156203
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811156098
 
Thanks for the help.

A lot of people say RAIDMAX psus are crap and die on you. I have no experience with it though.

400watt may be enough, depending on 12v rail ratings, and of course, your other components. There's more to a computer than just a video card. Post specs.

The Cooler Master RC-690 is a great case but if a new one is out of your price range you might want to consider this http://cmusashop.coolermaster-usa. [...] ucts_id=58

Chances are that the PSU with your HP wouldn't be able to handle a 8800GT anyway so you would be better off with a new one.  I would go with something like this http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817153052

Both of those together after MIR would be around $82 and you would have a great case and a solid PSU.

Alright, I'll post my specs. First off, keep in mind I don't plan on SLIing, or OCing anything. =)
 
Processor: DualCore Pentium D, 3GHZ
Motherboard: Asus P5LP-LE
RAM: 2GB DDR2  
Monitor: 20 Inch, 1400x1050 Max Resolution
Hardrive: 300GB (Don't know speed, sorry.)
Operating System: Windows XP  
Power Supply: 400Watt Dynex(Best Buy house brand lol) that's all I know about my power supply, I can't find any more info on it.. =\ So I'll probably buy a new one..

Open the case and look at the side of your powersupply. There should be a label on it. Look for the 12v rail rating.

Okay I'm an absolute NOOB with power supplies I have no idea what I'm looking for.. I see alot of 12s but what am I looking for?

It'll say 12 volt rail. Or just copy down everything in the small chart on there.

Alright, looks like 2 12V rails, one 14A, the other 15A. My friend keeps suggesting this 700 watt power supply w/ 4 18A 12v rails, but do I really NEED all that? I want the bare minimum to run my system, saving money. I don't plan on upgrading this machine any more

OP:  You realize your profile says you're 19.
 
I digress.
 
Anyway, I think an Antec NSK3480 would be the perfect case & PSU combo you need (assuming we decide your PSU is undersized/junk).
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811129035
Or an Antec NSK6580
http://www.buy.com/prod/antec-new- [...] 01696.html
Both come with good Antec Earthwatts PSUs (380w and 430W, respectively) with good rail ratings (28A and 30A IIRC).  I've seen a review that an Antec Earthwatts 380 can handle an 8800GTX, so it definitely has the guts for an 8800GT.

I'd guess you have ~24A on the 12V rail (combined is not both added together).  Is there a model number on it?  I'll look up the rail rating for you.  99% sure you'll need to replace it.
 
No, you will not need a 700W PSU (unless it's a junk brand that inflates the 'overall' wattage, which I wouldn't recommend anyway).  Any good brand (Antec, Corsair, Enermax, Seasonic, FSP) with at least 28A on the 12V rail will be fine.  Here are a couple resources:
 
Tiers -  
http://www.xtremesystems.org/forum [...] p?t=108088
 
Jonny Guru -  
http://www.jonnyguru.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1460  
 
Rail Ratings -  
http://forums.guru3d.com/showthread.php?t=205763
 
David Hammocks Guide -
http://forums.extremeoverclocking. [...] p?t=136602
 
Get a unit in Tier 1/2 with a rail rating of 28A.

It's a Dynex, model: DX-400WPS
 
Also, sorry about the profile thing, I'm on my older brothers profile who is 19. I am only 15, but I didn't want to wait for my account to be  "confirmed" to post, 'cause I'm impatient.. Sorry for the confusion.

Yeah.  The Dynex needs to go.

Doesn't 380 watts seem a little low? I've got people saying 500 bare minimum.. =X Mix reviews are confusing. =P I mean what I've already got is 400 watts..