I was thinking of getting a lesser computer, such as, an Aser Aspire or something, and i was going to put a XFX PVT84JUDF3 GeForce 8600GT 256MB 128-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 SLI Supported Video Card into it, will this work? Will that kind of computer support it?
2007-12-16 16:26:48 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Add-ons
The motherboard has to support the card.
The motherboard specs will tell you.
2007-12-16 16:36:26 · answer #1 · answered by Computer Guy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hate to burst the bubble, or disagree w/ others here....But building a computer around a Vid card is like building a house around a 1/2 bathroom....Will it fit? Sure it just might, but will it really work for you?...Not really is the "most time" answer. A computer computes, the brain is the CPU...We start there. You buy a Video card to fit a computer, not the other way around. Or you can configure the wanted Vid card into the process...But back to that bathroom scenario. Here's the process.
The way to build a computer starts w/ a Motherboard CPU combo (or a barebones system), but you really decide on the CPU to use first, then Mobo, then add RAM that fits the board, then a cooler for the CPU that fits the CPU and the mobo, then a case to put it all in, that the board (and the rest of the parts), fits in, then a power supply that provides proper wattage/amperage for everything going into and that will be attached to that case (especially in today's world of USB connected toys as they are all connected and powered by that power supply all while still trying to run that OS and power that/those data transfer(s)), then all the drives, fans, etc. then choose a monitor(s), printer(s) and all the other hardware. Then OS and other software/utilities/AV.(though you very much need to consider the OS /System software/programs requirements at the very beginning...without them and the CPU acting together...there is no computing). The power supply I put in the shopping cart actually dead last as there is a required math problem attached, every part consumes so many amps/watts...do the math once you figure out what goes in and will be attached...You, your tech, and your insurance co, not to mention the local fire fighters will TY). It really is rocket science. It is what allowed rocket science to succeed actually.
Most of what you get depends on your budget (high, medium, or low). I always try to configure a computer that is upgradable in the future by adding RAM or larger CPU or even more drive space than you'll use initially. That way as the "off the shelf parts" reduce in price over time you can cheaply upgrade to keep up w/out building new. The rest is all personal preference vs. how many $$$$ you have to spend at the time.
Will that card "fit"...maybe, if there is a PCI Express x16 SLI card slot in it? If so, it will "fit." Will it run well? Depends on the motherboard, the power supply in the tower, the OS installed (along w/ compatibility w/ that OS...I'd first check the XP and Vista compatibility charts at MS first), are correct drivers avail. and be installed, enough and fast enough installed Ram .....and the list goes on.
Good Luck w/ that 1/2 bathroom...errr, Vid card. Don't think badly of the answer above...I'm in exactly your position, I have a million cases around, and a ton of parts, and about 2 GB matched of some fairly fast Ram laying around w/ plenty of drives, fans, etc....so the other night I was trying to work up a CPU/Mobo combo to complete a unit to short sell quickly, to just get rid of my parts in inventory....Upon trying to configure the unit by buying a mobo/CPU, I finally realized "what in the heck am I doing", going against all I know to be right/wrong.
Stopped right there, created a list, and listed all the individual parts on e-bay. Now I'll use that money gained to build a "properly configured" unit that I know will work for a particular purpose...And I'll know it is done right and works.
You want to buy an upgrade part for a unit you already have to improve performance, that's fine...I do it all the time for customers if it improves their lot....But I urge you, don't buy a computer to fit a part you currently have.
Good Luck!
2007-12-16 18:58:33 · answer #2 · answered by cglrcng 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends on the motherboard of the computer. Most cheaper computers really don't have a great motherboard to start with, and honestly you will probably have issues with the power supply supporting an upgraded video card. Most require at least 300W, and basic acers come with 250-300W powersupplys, and Personally, if you are looking to build your own comp, start out with a blank case. and go from there, get a 500W power supply, and a good motherboard (with PCI express slot) and go up from there, don't be afraid to buy stuff a little at a time. Oh, and newegg.com is awesome
2007-12-16 16:36:59 · answer #3 · answered by Geek is an understatement! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should check whether the computer you are looking to buy has a free PCI-e16 slot. If it does, like most computers do now, then you will be able to use it.
2007-12-16 16:35:50 · answer #4 · answered by Cosmocrazy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in case you positioned the incorrect heatsink on suitable of the processor on the least you will fry the processor and maximum possibly the motherboard besides. Get the final one or your in for an extremely undesirable day. And Dells stink through the way.
2016-12-11 07:18:33 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes... most likely i would have to see what kind of Acer Aspire it was to tell you...
2007-12-16 16:31:47 · answer #6 · answered by mg_speedy2001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it will work
2007-12-16 16:32:54 · answer #7 · answered by Hugh_G_Rection 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋