What is dual slot exactly?

[HostileDonut]

I am planning to get a hd6850. Is it dual slot, and what is dual slot? I only have one PCI-E 2 x16 slot so if it is dual slot will I not be able to run it?

 

[Mousemonkey]

Dual slot refers to the amount of slots the back plate and HSF takes up, look closely at the pictures of the cards and all will become clear.

 

[HostileDonut]

So even though I only have one PCI-E x16 slot I can still run it?

 

[Mousemonkey]

Yes, so long as there is nothing in the next slot along.

 

[HostileDonut]

Thanks for the quick response. Then I am going to get the card. (when I have the money )