My sister (blech), is trying to run The Sims 2 on our Dell Dimension 4600.
I have added these upgrades to the computer:
2GB Patriot Signature Ram
PSU - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817104953
new speaker system (dont think this will affect anything)
new mouse (also not affecting anything)
So here is my problem. When she plays the game, it is ridiculously laggy. Also when she tries to save, it takes between 20 and 40 minutes (we timed this). I am worried it is uptting undue strain on the computer (possibly CPU/HD/VC).
Would this be possible? And if so, what upgrades would need to be made.
Data:
Dell Dimension 4600 Stats:
http://hardware.gamespot.com/Story-ST-2721-x-1-2-x
Sims 2 Requirements:
http://compsimgames.about.com/od/thesims2faqs/f/systemrequireme.htm
It seems like it shouldnt need anything, but is it supposed to have 20 to 40 minute save times and ridiculous lag?
A few things i think might be causing this:
Low VC (video card) memory
Old CPU
Low RPM Harddrive
If not these, what could it be, and what would i need to buy to fix it.
Money is no object (parents paying)
Thanks,
Phate
I have added these upgrades to the computer:
2GB Patriot Signature Ram
PSU - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817104953
new speaker system (dont think this will affect anything)
new mouse (also not affecting anything)
So here is my problem. When she plays the game, it is ridiculously laggy. Also when she tries to save, it takes between 20 and 40 minutes (we timed this). I am worried it is uptting undue strain on the computer (possibly CPU/HD/VC).
Would this be possible? And if so, what upgrades would need to be made.
Data:
Dell Dimension 4600 Stats:
http://hardware.gamespot.com/Story-ST-2721-x-1-2-x
Sims 2 Requirements:
http://compsimgames.about.com/od/thesims2faqs/f/systemrequireme.htm
It seems like it shouldnt need anything, but is it supposed to have 20 to 40 minute save times and ridiculous lag?
A few things i think might be causing this:
Low VC (video card) memory
Old CPU
Low RPM Harddrive
If not these, what could it be, and what would i need to buy to fix it.
Money is no object (parents paying)
Thanks,
Phate