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01-04-2013, 02:26 PM
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| Would THIS face lie?  Member Since: Jan 2004 Location: Over Yonder
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| Lookin for a Geek Any computer Geeks out there. I need to replace the video card in wifey's computer. Is it a big deal. I have been inside the computer before. Is it just a plug and play or is there a disc to download for the driver? She is having issues with playing videos. It won't. When the screen saver is supposed to kick in, I get a message that says "The screen saver can’t run because it requires a new video card or one that’s compatible with direct 3D" I checked and the drivers are the right ones. There is also a problem with the screen. It is wide and distorted. I tried to change the resolution but that didn't make it any better. Everything is stretched out. I bought a new monitor thinking it would solvce the problem but it didn't. The guy at Best Buy told me the Aspect Ratio was messed up on the old monitor. Well it must be messed up on the new one too because I have the same problem. Could this be related to the video card? Anyone have any feedback?
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01-04-2013, 02:38 PM
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| Super Genius  Member Since: Feb 2004 Location: St Inigoes, MD
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| What kind of card is in there now?
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01-04-2013, 02:54 PM
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| One of the best ways to determine if your video card is in need of repair (or replacement) is to run a program such as FurMark. FurMark is a specialty program which attempts to inundate your video card with information. The idea is as follows, if a program requires every single part of your video card to be used, then you will likely be able to tell if there is a problem somewhere on it. You must realize, however, that programs such as FurMark generally will not be able to tell you exactly what is wrong with your video card. Rather, they will simply tell you that a problem exists. How to Test your Computer's Video (Graphics) Card for Errors
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01-04-2013, 03:22 PM
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| Definately looks like a driver issue. What is the model of computer? (service tag, etc) |
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Looks like now I need to replace the video card. Going back to my original question: Is it a major project or can I do it and just load the driver that comes with the card. Next is where and what to buy? Thanks for all the comments so far..
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01-05-2013, 09:11 AM
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Best bet for pricing is to mail order, but be very sure which video slot you are using before you order. Cards come in a few different configs. Types of Graphic Card Slots | eHow.com TigerDirect.com, CyberGuys.com are two places I use. | |
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01-05-2013, 09:18 AM
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| Would THIS face lie? Member Since: Jan 2004 Location: Over Yonder
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| Thanks. That's kind of what I thought. Didn't think it was rocket science if I follow the manufacturers instructions. Once I get it and get it all loaded with drivers etc, it should just take off and run OK, right?
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01-05-2013, 09:20 AM
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Actually, I just realized I have an Nvidia eGeForce 6200 256Mb PCI card here. If you have a PCI video slot, you can have it. Last edited by GWguy; 01-05-2013 at 09:23 AM. | |
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01-05-2013, 09:30 AM
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| Most modern video cards require a pretty stout power supply also. Just sticking a video card in some computers can cause the voltage to sag and spike from the PS and that can ruin your ram, processor, and the video card. Im guessing being a Dell it has integrated video, that isnt going to have a very strong power supply.
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01-05-2013, 09:51 AM
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| I'm 2 old 2 die young!  Member Since: Feb 2003 Location: Good ol' by gawd country
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| Z is coming over here one day this month if you want to wait for him. He can do them both same day
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