1st time build and crossfire

[pabzOr]

Hi all. I am building my own PC for the first time. I recently decided to add a 2nd video card to the system setup. Is it recommended to set it up with 2 off the bat? Or do I set it up with 1 and then add the next one?

Thanks.

 

[Motopsychojdn]

Set the first one up, then power down, install the second one, google crossfire/Sli set up for guides on both standards
Moto

 

[pabzOr]

Thanks I figured so but wasn't sure.

 

[Motopsychojdn]

No probs man
Moto

 

[jonnycatz1990]

Agree... build system with only one card while formatting, install, etc. If u havent bought parts yet try to make sure there is 2 to 3 slots between PCI-E slots on your motherboard selection.. The more the better because of heat. Single cards are almost always more stable and reliable than SLI/Crossfire. So try to go with a more powerful single card if possible. Remember to use latest drivers from nvidia.com or sites.amd.com/us/game

 

[pabzOr]

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