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Upgrading Graphis Card in Inspiron 530s

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I really don't need a beat of a card, but I've had trouble finding a card that fits this case. I really just want to play company of heroes and upgrade from my integrated graphics. I know I need something low profile, but in my attempt I've already purchased one card that didn't fit. All the other threads regarding this issue are dated so I was hoping someone could point me in the right direction. From what I remember the psu limits the choices for me too. Thanks a lot.

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Here is one and will work on your PSU http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814131151 or this which is the most powerful in low profile http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814187060

Reply to rolli59

Wrong....


Message edited by rewindlabs on 04-28-2009 at 10:41:17 PM
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Reply to rewindlabs

So it sounds like I will need to do some modding to get a decent card to fit with my case? That wasn't something I intended to do, but will if it's completely necessary.

Reply to rwheeler2121

Post an exact link to your system such as cpu/mobo etc and the psu as well so i can now your watt usage and rating of amps

This card was just released and is much much better than a 9600gt or 4650...but it requires two pci-e power connectors...now you can use a adapter because most likely your psu doesn't have two pci-e connections...

So let me know as this would be a great card for you if you can power it...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 0HD%204770

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Reply to rewindlabs

No depending on the card you use you won't have to mod anything...ok what is your budget and what is the resolution you want to play on?

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Reply to rewindlabs

Anything around $100 should be fine for me. I actually play on a 32" LCD and the resolution I currently use is 1360x768. Thanks so much for the help!

Reply to rwheeler2121

This card has a special design that uses low power so it works great on your psu...do not try to buy any of the other 9600gts as they only may work

 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] toreType=1

 

Now you will NEED one of these to allow you to connect and power it

 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6812887001

 

That should do fine at your resolution...take a look at the benchmarks of the card and measure the resolutions

 

1280x1024 is your resolution in a different ration so use that as your benchmark...


Message edited by rewindlabs on 04-28-2009 at 11:36:41 PM
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Reply to rewindlabs

"Rewindlabs" good to see that you realized we where talking about low profile cards after the fact.

Reply to rolli59

You can mod other cards into the 530...go check out the xfx gtx 260 reviews....i figured i would save the guy above the trouble though :sarcastic:

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