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nates_tips   06-11-2009 at 12:33:01 AM

I have a HP Pavilion a6650f desktop. I would like to install a graphics card that supports dual monitors. Can you tell me what graphics card will be just as good or better than the VIDIA GeForce 6150 graphics card that is currently in it? We're setting up my Dad's computer for a dual monitor support for fathers day, so we want something better and not worse than what he currently has.

If you need more specs to give an answer, here's the link to it on Newegg - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883107733

Thanks for the help!

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rewindlabs   06-11-2009 at 12:39:47 AM
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If you want a card just for displaying two monitors and not gaming or resource intensive 3d modeling right?

Whats your budget....and intended screen resolutions?

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ct1615   06-11-2009 at 12:40:47 AM
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hey
I just did the same thing to my dad's computer. If all you want is dual monitor support and don't plan on any major gaming. Your options are the ATI 3450 (aka 4350) or the Nvidia 8400GS. Both cards are far better then the integrated graphics your computer has. I went with the following card, FYI.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814121250

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nates_tips   06-11-2009 at 12:44:57 AM
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His current resolution is 1440 x 900 pixels, and we need to leave it that way.

No, it's not for gaming, just office work.

Thanks for the fast reply! :-)

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ct1615   06-11-2009 at 12:46:36 AM
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the 3450 will be more then enough for him

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nates_tips   06-11-2009 at 12:46:47 AM
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ct1615,

Thanks for the help. Was it easy to install? Just plug n go?

I'm very savvy with the software side of computers, but still learning with the hardware.

thanks!

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ct1615   06-11-2009 at 12:51:28 AM
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Yes its extremely easy. It gets all the power it needs from the pci-e slot. You can download the drivers off the ATI web site or just install the driver disc that comes with the card.


Message edited by ct1615 on 06-11-2009 at 12:55:41 AM
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megamanx00   06-11-2009 at 01:16:41 AM
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18A on the 12v rail isn't too bad. Looks like only low profile cards will fit though or I'd suggest a 4670. Anyway go with a low profile 4350/4550, or a low profile 9500GT.

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ct1615   06-11-2009 at 02:33:17 AM
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megamanx00 wrote :

18A on the 12v rail isn't too bad. Looks like only low profile cards will fit though or I'd suggest a 4670. Anyway go with a low profile 4350/4550, or a low profile 9500GT.



the guy doesn't game and will be using the PC for work....you think he should get a 4670...your an idiot...I mean full fledged card carrying idiot...why do you even post your opinions on the board????


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nates_tips   06-11-2009 at 07:18:25 PM
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Thank you for the help thus far. While I'm at it, I might as well get the best of the two if it's only a couple of bucks extra. Is the Nvidia 8400GS better than the ATI 3450?

Also, there is different brands out there such as Asus, MSI and Gigabyte. Which would you get from this list:

http://www.nvidia.com/object/buy_now_results_ci.html?id=GF8400GS

Thanks again, I really appreciate the help.

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Bronze Graphics badge coozie7   06-11-2009 at 07:54:27 PM
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For office work there is probably not much between them.
I normally suggest buying from XFX, EVGA or BFG if available, they have the best warranties and customer support.
Oh, and noise is going to be an issue-so check the Newegg reviews, even if you do not purchase from them.

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nates_tips   06-11-2009 at 08:23:48 PM
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From time to time, he will listen to audio and watch DVD's from conferences, etc. Will the above two graphics card do the job?

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Bronze Graphics badge coozie7   06-11-2009 at 09:10:01 PM
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I think the HD3450 might be a better option, if only for its better DVD decode. This card was once the weapon of choice for HTPC builders!

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nates_tips   06-11-2009 at 09:28:49 PM
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One reason why I was leaning more towards the Nvidia 8400GS is that the desktop already has a Nvidia card from when he bought the PC.

Would it matter if I switched to ATI?

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ct1615   06-11-2009 at 11:35:51 PM
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the 6150 nvidia graphics the PC has is not really a card but an integrated chip just like intel integrated graphics. There would be no difference if you use nvidia or ATI as far as ease of use or compatibility.

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