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PC Upgrade Guide - How to Add a New Video Card

Article Category: Computers and Technology

Author Name: Kellie

Modern computer applications and games require more load in terms of virtual memory and graphics processing. Features like anti-aliasing, pixel-shading and filtering make videos and graphics more realistic, enhanced and breathtaking. However, you need new hardware to perform these demanding tasks. You need to add a new video card to your PC and configure it correctly.

What is a dedicated graphics/video card?

A dedicated graphics card is an independent unit that must be installed to a motherboard, usually through a PCI express slot. It takes care of processing graphics data, as well as keeping the data while an application is running. You can think of it as a processor-memory combination that deals solely with graphics.

Basically, most motherboards have integrated video cards. However, they are only sufficient for basic office applications, videos, web-browsing and some 3D games. Built-in cards also use shared memory from RAM cards. Dividing RAM can slow down your system because you will decrease the amount of usable space for running applications.

How do I install it?

Most modern video cards require a PCI Express slot. Turn the PC off and unscrew the protective case of the CPU. You may have to unscrew or remove the metal plate at the back of the CPU to give way to the card's ports. Then, following the right orientation, gently insert the graphics card into the PCI Express slot. Once it is firmly in place, you can screw its frame to the screw holes of your case. Some brands may require direct connection to the power supply.

When you add a new video card, you need to install its driver to your Operating System. The driver is usually found in an installer CD, which comes with the package. You can also download the executable from the products website, and run it from your hard disk. After system restart, you will be given options on how to configure your new display settings.

Can I use two or more video cards at the same time?

The answer actually depends on the brand, specs and time of release of your video card. For example, ATI Radeon cards are equipped with the Cross-Fire technology. In Cross-Fire mode, two or more cards can work together to achieve higher graphics output. Recent models produce the best output, allowing anti-aliasing of up to 16 times and advanced screen filtering. Multiple NVIDIA-based cards can also operate and help each other.

What are the benefits of upgrading my video card?

When you add a new video card or make two cards work at the same time, you are boosting your PC's speed and performance. Loading times are significantly decreased when dealing with graphics projects. Video editing and post-production effects editing can be done more smoothly with adequate video memory. More than that, gamers can appreciate breathtaking and lifelike 3D scenes, which can only be brought by high levels of filtering, pixel shading and anti-aliasing. High-end cards also allow several monitors for simultaneous display. Other than gaming, this feature is perfect for airplane flight and driving simulations.

Keywords: computer upgrade tips, upgrade your PC, make your computer faster, add a new video card, DIY computer upgrades

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