Is it possible to upgrade a graphics card in a small computer case?
-
Hello there. right now I have a Nvidia Geforce 7100 graphics card, since it is not really good I want to upgrade to a new graphics card (Preferably a GTX 560 or a Radeon HD 6850). The only problem seems to be my computer case looks very small (in physical size) I brought it from Future Shop, so I have not actually opened it up and looked inside. It is much smaller than one of the typical cpu cases that I see everyday. Therefore I was wondering is it even actually possible to insert a new graphics card inside the computer ? Since the case is soo small i am worried that when I buy the graphics card I will find that it wont fit inside because of how small the cpu is. Its a Acer Aspire X1800 slim Desktop PC http://www.villman.com/Product-Detail/Acer_Aspire_X1800_SFF
-
Answer:
You need a low profile car that does not require an external power connection, so your choices are limited. There are disadvantages to mini-pcs, one of them being that you don't have much power available. ...
Arun at Yahoo! Answers Visit the source
Other answers
It is possible you have to install a "low profile" video card, and one that does not need a lot of power, since upgrading the power supply is probably not an option. In effect, you have a severely crippled system, not suitable for upgrades. Low profile cards: http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007709+600038363&QksAutoSuggestion=&ShowDeactivatedMark=False&Configurator=&IsNodeId=1&Subcategory=48&description=&hisInDesc=&Ntk=&CFG=&SpeTabStoreType=&AdvancedSearch=1&srchInDesc=
Adrian
you need to look for low profile graphics cards
Louis Kirkpatrick
I really do not think a GTX 560 or Radeon HD 6850 would fit inside that case. You also need a power supply that has enough wattage and connectors for a large video card like that. Even if you did get one of those cards, your weak processor would bottleneck your performance unfortunately. If anything, I would recommend a GeForce GT 520 low profile card. It is not intended for gaming, but would do significantly better than a GeForce 7100. Either get a nice low profile card or save up for a new computer. :) EDIT: Sadly, a 8800 GT is even bigger and consumes more power on the older tech. :( But that low profile GT 430 looks very very nice. Now you would have to find out if you have a power supply that can handle it. According to this calculator, it would require one that is at least 261 W http://c1.neweggimages.com/BizIntell/tool/psucalc/index.html?cm_sp=Subcat58_PowerSupply_left-_-PowerSupplyFinder022610-_-http%3a%2f%2fpromotions.newegg.com%2fproductfinders%2fpowersupply.jpg Open up your computer and look at your power supply. With any luck, it might be 300 W or 350 W. It should say right on the label.
Dagoth Ur
Related Q & A:
- Is it possible to use a phone camera as a webcam?Best solution by Yahoo! Answers
- Whats the average temperature for a graphics card when idle?Best solution by Yahoo! Answers
- Best Graphics Card For A Dell XPS 410?Best solution by Yahoo! Answers
- Can you buy a gift card with a target gift card?Best solution by Yahoo! Answers
- Cheaper to upgrade a computer or buy a new one?Best solution by Yahoo! Answers
Just Added Q & A:
- How many active mobile subscribers are there in China?Best solution by Quora
- How to find the right vacation?Best solution by bookit.com
- How To Make Your Own Primer?Best solution by thekrazycouponlady.com
- How do you get the domain & range?Best solution by ChaCha
- How do you open pop up blockers?Best solution by Yahoo! Answers
For every problem there is a solution! Proved by Solucija.
-
Got an issue and looking for advice?
-
Ask Solucija to search every corner of the Web for help.
-
Get workable solutions and helpful tips in a moment.
Just ask Solucija about an issue you face and immediately get a list of ready solutions, answers and tips from other Internet users. We always provide the most suitable and complete answer to your question at the top, along with a few good alternatives below.