Hardware Nvidia GeForce 8600 GTS installation

[MJR]

I just ordered a Nvidia GeForce 8600 GTS PCI-E and I got a few questions.

First of all, the bad thing is that it did not come with documentation so I am basically scavenging for help.
Second, do I need a DVI-i to VGA adapter for my inspiron E520?
Third, when I place it in the black slot which I am guessing is the PCI, at the boot menu it says that I need an adapter for my add-in video card. I guess that could answer my number two question, but I just want to clarify.
Fourth, if anything can someone tell me whether it is compatible because what I have been reading it is.

Thanks.

 

[TSPenguin]

If you are talking about this PC, then it is compatible. You need to take out your current graphics card and install the 8600 in the same slot.

If you need a DVI-I to VGA adapter depends on your screen and what kind of cable you have. If you only have a VGA input on your screen then you sure need one. Should you have a DVI interface it is better to connect to that directly.

Happy Orbiting

 

[MJR]

I just have the integrated Intel GMA 965 card right now. Well, looks like I got to get one then. Thanks a bunch.

 

[MJR]

Ok. I got the adapter and that works well. Now the other problem is that I have also have a power cable for the card, but do not know where to connect it to. It says that the performance will be lowered because the power cable is not connected.

 

[Bj]

Ok. I got the adapter and that works well. Now the other problem is that I have also have a power cable for the card, but do not know where to connect it to. It says that the performance will be lowered because the power cable is not connected.

http://www.hardwarezone.com/articles/view.php?id=2237&cid=3&pg=3
http://www.playtool.com/pages/psuconnectors/connectors.html#pciexpress


It looks like that particular card needs the 6pin Molex power connector;

If you don't have it supplied with your power supply, you will probably need to get it for best performance.


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..wow I see a lot of companies cannot get their wires properly...

id spend a little more and get it from

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812887001&cm_re=PCI_6pin_adapter-_-12-887-001-_-Product

Better would to take it to a store and get one there.
Remember 6 pin PCI adapter.

 

[MJR]

Thank you so much. I did not even know that. I will make sure to get it because my FPS has more than tripled, but if I can get even more out of the card that would be fantastic.