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If you have a computer that you originally bought for business but later decide to play games on it, you may find that it can’t keep up with the graphics demands. Eventually, if you want to be able to get full use of the machine instead of just using it for work, you’re going to need to upgrade the graphics card. Once you’ve found the card that can handle everything you want to throw at it, there are just two things left: Finding out how to install graphics cards, and of course, actually doing it.
Fortunately, installing a graphics card yourself is easy. To help with the how-to part, here are the simple steps of how to install graphics cards.
1)Uninstall the drivers from the old graphics card. This will avoid potential conflicts with the new card, or the drivers you’ll install for it later on in this guide.
2)Open the computer case. Ground yourself by touching the metal of the case. Alternatively, you can wear an anti-static wrist strap.
3)Find your old graphics card. If you don’t know which card it is, look on the outside of the case for where you plug in your monitor. The card that the socket is attached to is the graphics card.
4)Remove the screw(s) attaching the old graphics card to the computer housing. Save the screw(s) in case you either didn’t get any with the new card, or you drop them into some inconvenient place.
5)Gently but persistently, pull the old graphics card out of its slot. This may take some wiggling, but don’t wiggle it too hard or you could damage the slot.
6)Take the new card out of its packaging and insert it into the slot the old one came out of. Make sure to put it in using a straight-on force, so it seats well.
7)Screw the card to its bracket or the computer housing, like the old card was.
8)If it needs to be connected to the power supply, find an unused power-supply dongle and attach it now.
9)Install the drivers for the new graphics card(s). The card should have come with instructions specific to it, or if you have Windows, you may be able to use the “New Hardware Wizard” for this.
Once your new graphics card has been installed, you’re all set. Enjoy your improved graphics and the ability to run better video games at good frame rates.
What else can I help you with?
What is a catalyst install manager?
It is the install manager for the Catalyst software needed as a control panel for ATI/AMD graphics cards.
Do graphics cards come standard in all computers or do I need to purchase and install one?
Most computers today include graphics cards. You may want to upgrade yours, depending on your needs, as there are different kinds of graphics cards, and not all support all applications.
What graphics cards will fit your acer veriton x275?
I heard a 5450 graphics card would fit perfect, i'll be back later when i get it and install it
Do you need amd catalyst install manager?
The AMD Catalyst Install Manager is a utility used to manage graphics drivers and software for AMD graphics cards. It's useful if you need to update, uninstall, or manage AMD graphics drivers on your system. If you have an AMD graphics card, you may find it helpful to have the Catalyst Install Manager installed.
Is the Graphic card hard to setup, could I install it and configure easily?
Graphics cards are very simple to change or install in a computer. You can very easily open your computer and swap graphics cards without much difficulty, and there are numerous tutorials available that explain the process in easy to understand steps.
You have the Intel 845GLVA board on your computer is it possible for you to install a graphics card on this board?
Yes. Some relatively recent PCI graphics cards are available, which will fit into any of the three PCI slots on the motherboard.
Can you replace a graphics chip with a graphics card?
If you mean you want to use a graphic card and not your onboard graphics , then yes. But you don't touch the chip, when you install a card into the slot, and remove your onboard graphic drivers, then install your card drivers, then you will be using the card. Most cards will tell you how to install the card and when to uninstall drivers and when to install them. Almost all motherboards have a slot that can run a graphics card. Just make sure its better than your onboard or you will be wasting your time.
What is a TnL?
Tn L is hard coded into graphics cards. It means transform and lighting. Modern graphics cards have this.
Can you install an update of Nvidia video-card on your Intel graphics card?
An update for a program to fix issues with NVIDIA cards will not have any effect with Intel graphics. You cannot use NVIDIA-specific programs on your Intel card.
What is a Radeon graphics cards?
A Radeon graphics card is only the makers.
Which ATI graphics cards work best for the game SPORE?
ATI graphics cards work best for the game SPORE
Where do you get graphics card for laptops?
Everywhere. Ebay, Alibaba.com, notebookreview.com forums. You can also order direct from Dell/alienware. Graphics cards for laptops are not standardized, most laptops cannot be upgraded or even have graphics cards or a slot to install one. If they do you still have to make sure it will work depending on a ton of factors, best to check if its been done before with a similar card or laptop.
