intocomputing2 Posted March 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2008 I just plan to run a couple of old games (Unreal Tournament 2004 and Call of Duty 2) I wonder if getting a good vid card would improve the fps performance in them, mostly for the former. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 9, 2008 Report Share Posted March 9, 2008 a dedicated video card would make a huge difference compared to your onboard(built in) video card. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2008 (edited) I figured I'd upgrade the RAM memory in this desktop as well so I went over to crucial.com in order to check for the right amount of memory for my system. However, I couldn't find the option to select the exact PCV-RS411 model, the closest one I found was the PCV-RS410 model, is it safe to assume this memory is the appropriate memory for this computer? I have tried to look for this model, but as I said they don't have the PCV-RS411 in the list and the 2 closest ones to the PCV-RS411 model are the PCV-RS410 model and the PCV-RS400 Series model. Edited March 9, 2008 by intocomputing2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 9, 2008 Report Share Posted March 9, 2008 That memory should be fine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 (edited) I just noticed something, in the link pdf file JSKY provided with the full specs of the comphttp://www.manualshark.org/manualshark/files/4/pdf_3083.pdfit says that the PCV-RS411 uses PC-2100 DDR memory while the one I found for the PCV-RS410 is DDR PC2700. Are these 2 kind of memory the equivalent for each other? Edited March 10, 2008 by intocomputing2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 10, 2008 Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 in theory all ddr memory is backwards compatible. that means the faster memory will work with older computers that originally came with slower ddr memory. You can use ddr 2100, ddr 2700 or ddr 3200 memory. You may want to take a look at newegg. They my have better priceshttp://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList....amp;srchInDesc= Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 ok so what you are saying is that, as long as it is DDR memory it should be fine regardless of the number? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 (edited) by the way, the maximum amount of memory for the desktop Sony Vaio is 1GB, so I have a question, does that mean that the only way to upgrade is to get 2 slots? (each of 512 MB for each slot inside the PC) or can I also upgrade by purchasing just one big slot of 1GB? I'm asking this because I wonder if the machine will be capable to detect/use the memory when the max amount is all packed in one slot, instead of being distributed in the 2 slots inside. Edited March 12, 2008 by intocomputing2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 12, 2008 Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 to reach the maximum, you will need to get two 512mb sticks. That computer is not compatible with even one 1gb stick. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 to reach the maximum, you will need to get two 512mb sticks. That computer is not compatible with even one 1gb stick.ok so if I installed 1GB stick, it won't be able to read it? just curious, I'll follow your advise and purchased 2x 512 MB sticks then Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 ok so what you are saying is that, as long as it is DDR memory it should be fine regardless of the number?also, was this assumption correct? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 12, 2008 Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 ok so what you are saying is that, as long as it is DDR memory it should be fine regardless of the number?also, was this assumption correct?that is correct Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 I just found out about this one today:http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...=AFC-C8Junctionis that pushing it too far for the PSU? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 that is a "PCI Express" card. That is not the same as a PCI card. That card won't work in your system. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 I see, thx for the heads up Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 (edited) One last card to check before setting up for the GeForce 6200, I just want to clear my doubts, is this any good to work with this system? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16814131082I was told that it's better in comparison with the GeForce 6200. However, I want to make sure I don't ran into unexpected issues, like a fuming system, a PSU that doesn't provide enough juice, or a mobo and RAM that can't handle it. Edited March 20, 2008 by intocomputing2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 20, 2008 Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 That card should be a good choice. It is more optimized for HD video. With that said, it may also be much more powerful for gaming(I am just guessing). As to your psu having enough juice, it should be fine, but I a not sure. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intocomputing2 Posted March 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2008 (edited) I was just about to purchase that card in the last link I posted when I found these picturesso I guess it's a PCI Express card after all, I wonder why newegg doesn't list it as such http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16814131082I'm just glad I found some pics of the card before actually making the purchase. What do you guys think? I guess it would be better to play it safe and buy shanenin's suggestion. Edited March 27, 2008 by intocomputing2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 28, 2008 Report Share Posted March 28, 2008 I am not sure, but my gut says it is a pci card. The reviews people left and the picture that it shows are of a regular "pci" card. Where did you find the pictures your posted which labeled it a pci-express card? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jcl Posted March 28, 2008 Report Share Posted March 28, 2008 I am not sure, but my gut says it is a pci card. The reviews people left and the picture that it shows are of a regular "pci" card. Where did you find the pictures your posted which labeled it a pci-express card?The pictures match ATI's specs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 28, 2008 Report Share Posted March 28, 2008 I think you guys must be correct, but those reviews and pictures are so contradictory. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 28, 2008 Report Share Posted March 28, 2008 is it possible that chipset can work with both pci and pci-express? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jcl Posted March 28, 2008 Report Share Posted March 28, 2008 (edited) I don't think so.The card is listed as a PCI card on the manufacturer's site, but I don't see any drivers or manuals. Oddly, they have drivers for AGP HD 2400s, but no such cards appear in their catalog.Might be an omen. Edited March 28, 2008 by jcl Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JSKY Posted March 28, 2008 Report Share Posted March 28, 2008 A "PCI" and a "PCI Express" are different cards. They use different slots. And won't fit in the others slot.Some card type could have the same chipset. One made for each type of board. (It's a money making gimmick) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shanenin Posted March 28, 2008 Report Share Posted March 28, 2008 the picture they have listed, shows it as a "pci" card, along with newegg lisiting it as a "pci" card, along with all the customer reviews making references to it being "pci". Maybe it IS a "pci" cardhttp://www.powercolor.com/eng/bigpic.asp?p.../image_a_xs.jpg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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