A really easy one...(but not for me apparently!)

[Mazus23]

Hey, Ive been thinking i wanna upgrade my graphics card (cuz my current one is terrible..Intel Graphics controller 82810e or something..and while im at it, im not looking for a major upgrade only to 64 mb..apprently my current one is a 6.5 )...ANYWAY, back on topic, i pulled out my PC's guide, and was confronted with a most puzzling amount of computer jargon ive ever seen, but i sorta deciphered it... it said...

"the system board accomadates up to four three-quarter length 32-Bit PCI expansion Cards...etc etc."

So, my simple question is, does this mean i can only upgrade to a 32Mb card? Or will a 64 bit one be supported? it was just the "32-Bit" part that confuzzled me.... Thanks in advance!

 

[talldude123]

go to the video card manufacter's website, look at the system requirements on that specific card, or email the manufacturer and ask is its compatible with your PC.

is your PC a dell by any chance?

 

[talldude123]

P.S. i would not recommend upgrading to 64 MB, i am using a 64 MB intel 82845, and its horrible for gaming. If you get 128 MB, you will be rewarded with great gaming!

 

[Mazus23]

Cool thanks for the advice . Yep its a Dell, its pretty old to be honest, like 5 years or something! ill prolly get a 128 card then( if its compatible...and if i can afford it ) cuz all im realy looking to play is some free Internet MMORPGS, and Guild Wars....nerdy maybe, fun yes

 

[talldude123]

yes, my school has dell optiplex GX110 (using it right now) and they are 5 years old, i am guessing you are using the same. I am still using my 64 MB intel 845 , but just go for a good, cheap graphics card, most games will play it, and be aware that 128 MB is ALOT, since the best video card is only 512 MB and costs $1000.