Very often it happens that the user gets a new video card that you want to connect to an already assembled computer, standing at home.It is in such cases in front of him and there is the important question, how to connect a graphics card?Next will be discussed, how to do it yourself.
Graphics Card is designed to solve problems related to graphics processing and image display.If you are an avid gamer, then buying a new video card superpowerful to you does not make sense.Before you connect your video card, you must understand some nuances:
- power consumption of the new device.It is important to understand what should be your power supply unit, so that it works without any problem;
- second point is the graphics port, which is used by the adapter to communicate with the processor.There can be one of two types: AGP and PCI-Express.Before installing the video card, make sure that it is suitable for your configuration.
Before you start installing a powerful graphics card, you should see if you have enough power for that of your power supply.For example, the specification states that the graphics card is required for the power supply 500 watts or more.You have set the unit to 500-550 watts, in this case, you can conclude that you such power is enough.On the question of compatibility has been said, it can now be said about how to install the card.
you should pay special attention to the power connector.If the video card connector shestipinovy, you may need a special adapter, with which it will be connected to the power supply.If you purchased the card does not have any additional power connectors, you will need to insert a special connector E PCI Express 16x, then fasten it with special antennae bolt to the housing of the system unit.
How to connect the video card into the slot PCI Express 16x?
First you have to find the appropriate slot on your motherboard, it is usually signed.Then you need to pick up your card and insert it by pressing the appropriate connector.Take it, it should be full.Sometimes the video card may require additional power supply, this applies shestipinovy connector.You will need to connect power supply and graphics card through an appropriate connector.Now the graphics card is installed, and therefore ready to use.
How to connect the video card in place of the old?
Before you install a new video card, you must remove the old.The first is to install the driver on the video.In the "Device Manager" you have to find the "Display Adapters" to find there yet installed your graphics card, then call it a context menu where you select "Properties."In the "Driver" press "Delete."As part of the program you are done, you can log off, disconnect the computer from the network and start the mechanical part.When pulled out all cords from electrical outlets and system unit can be removed from a side cover.Remove the retaining screw, which keeps your video card.Now it can be removed.
new graphics card for your computer are inserted into the slots is very easy, you do not need to exert much effort.When you insert it, with the help of the mounting screws should be fixed to the body.Now, close the cover of the system unit, and a new graphics card to connect a monitor.When you connect all the necessary cables and turn on the computer, you must install the drivers for the new card, otherwise it will not operate.The operating system detects the new device and will help you set yourself a new driver.
