Graphic Cards

[reflex99]

The only problem with that is it requires a 6-pin PCI-e connector. That powersupply is already pretty low. The reason I suggested the 5670 is that it doesn't require additional power other than what's used from the PCI-e slot.

most vid cards require a minimum of 350w PSU - I know my old 8600GT did and that was a few years back... 305w may send you into reboot from lack of 12v rail juice

My 8400GS said that it "Needed" a minimum of 350 watts, but i ran it fine on 250w
he has 36amps on the 12v so i doubt that 12v power will be a problem

IF he doesnt have a six-pin connector you can buy an adapter for cheap

If you dont have confidence in your psu, then the 5670 is a good option as well

 

[JPurvis]

Thank you guys very much for the help. ill will look into the cards that you suggested.

 

[Buckshot]

All I can say is stick with Nvidia, ATI has swung more towards commercial usage.

 

[reflex99]

All I can say is stick with Nvidia, ATI has swung more towards commercial usage.

What??? That doesn't even make sense. Both ATi and nVidia make workstation cards.


I am thoroughly confused

 

[mad pistol]

All I can say is stick with Nvidia, ATI has swung more towards commercial usage.

Care to explain? I have an HD 5870, and there is nothing "commercial" about it. In fact, it's the fastest graphics card I've ever owned, by a long shot.

 

[Snipeye]

Ignore Buckshot's comment as it has no relevance to your decision and just causes confusion.

Both AMD/ATI and nVidia build workstation video cards, and the abilities/qualities of them differ. BUT that's a different discussion. Look at the video cards that were previously suggested, Purvis, as they're CONSUMER cards (Not commercial), and that's the only thing that should concern you. Now, if you prefer ATI over nVidia, or vice versa, that's your own personal preference, but I think the ATI card would be your best bet.

P.S. I'm using an EVGA nVidia 9800GX2, so don't accuse me of fanboy-ism.

 

[reflex99]

P.S. I'm using an EVGA nVidia 9800GX2, so don't accuse me of fanboy-ism.

GX2 brothers :thumbup:


Too bad I'm selling mine :crying:
<3

 

[lordknight]

http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0323818

 

[reflex99]

http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0323818

good deal if you can get the rebate