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Question posted by rstrevens on October 15th, 2011

Xps600 Tag No H5x902j Replacement Graphics Cards

currently fitted with 2 x 6800 graphics cards(SLI) can i upgrade and could you suggest suitable cards. Regards Bob

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Answer #1: Posted by hitch1hiker on November 15th, 2011 4:06 PM
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You should be able to upgrade and install new graphics cards, I have a  Geforce 9800gtx and it run my games well and some newer games if your looking for a better card i suggest the Geforce 500 series. tigerdirect.com has some good cards that are around $189 and higher

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Owner's Manual - Page 3

... Up and Using Your Computer Opening the Drive Door 15 Changing the Front-Panel Light Color 15 Using a Media Card Reader (Optional 17 Connecting Monitors 18 Connecting a Monitor to a PCI Express Graphics Card Dual Configuration 18 Connecting Two Monitors 18 Connecting a TV 20 Changing the Display Settings to Support Two Monitors 20 About...
Owner's Manual - Page 6

... Memory Configurations 80 Installing Memory 80 Removing Memory 82 Cards 82 Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card from a Dual Configuration . . . . 84 Installing PCI Express Graphics Cards in a Dual Configuration 86 Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards 89 Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards 91 Network Adapter and Sound Card Settings 94 Drives 95 General Installation Guidelines 95 Connecting...
Owner's Manual - Page 18

... and need to use a VGA monitor, see "Connecting Two Monitors (Without an Adapter)" on page 19. primary video card Connecting Two Monitors NOTE: Your graphics card and configuration must support dual monitors for you purchased a graphics card that came with your computer has an S-video port and either two DVI ports or one DVI port...
Owner's Manual - Page 19

... to the two optional DVI ports on your computer, or if you are using PCI Express graphics cards in a dual configuration, only a single monitor is supported. 1 Follow the procedures in "... Monitors (Without an Adapter) NOTE: Dependent upon options selected when you purchased your computer, your video card may have a monitor with a VGA connector, but your computer has two DVI ports, follow the...
Owner's Manual - Page 20

...graphics cards in a dual configuration, only a single monitor is available at most consumer electronics stores. The Microsoft® Windows® desktop displays on the primary monitor. 2 Enable clone mode or extended desktop... and system guides, click Device guides, and then click the guide for your graphics card, see "Changing the Display Settings to Support Two Monitors 1 After you connect ...
Owner's Manual - Page 37

... Pack 1 (SP1) or later operating system because Windows XP is optimized to reduce latency. Contact the software manufacturer for graphics cards and PCI cards. Optimizing Performance 37 The dimensions of service - Multiple PCI cards installed in place of the PCI card slots, and the cards are different from the software manufacturer. While many programs can benefit from...
Owner's Manual - Page 38

... GPU alternately renders the full-screen image. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NVIDIA SLI Dual Graphics Technology With NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) dual-graphics technology, an optional second PCI Express graphics card will significantly increase graphics performance on your graphics card. 38 Optimizing Performance In split frame rendering, the GPUs divide the work; The two...
Owner's Manual - Page 49

... in standby mode. See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 64. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any cards (see "Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page 89). • Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see "System Board Components" on . I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 55...
Owner's Manual - Page 53

... for troubleshooting procedures. Turn off , firmly press the button to ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it is correctly attached to the graphics card. • Ensure that the subwoofer is turned on. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a extension cable and removing the cable solves the...
Owner's Manual - Page 54

... and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. 54 Solving Problems If 3-D image quality is correctly attached to the card. See the monitor documentation for Screen resolution and Color quality. Ensure that the power cable for each graphics card is poor C H E C K T H E G R A P H I C S C A R D P O W E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I N G S -
Owner's Manual - Page 56

... | support.dell.com Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible graphics card failure has occurred. • If the computer has a graphics card, remove the card (see "Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page 89), reinstall it, and then restart the computer. • If the problem still exists, install a graphics card that you are installing are compatible with your...
Owner's Manual - Page 57

... "Contacting Dell" on page 142). Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not a graphics card) and restarting the computer (see "Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page 89). 2 If the problem persists, reinstall the card that the cables are properly connected to the system...
Owner's Manual - Page 73

... x16 slots and one x1 slot). Removing and Installing Parts 73 NOTE: If a graphics card is installed in each of the PCI Express x16 card slots in the dualgraphics configuration, the PCI Express x1 card slot is not available for optional video, audio, modem, or other devices into the appropriate connector. Do not block...
Owner's Manual - Page 83

NOTE: If a graphics card is installed in each of the PCI Express x16 card slots in the dual-graphics configuration, the PCI Express x1 card slot is not accessible for use. • One PCI Express x1 card slot PCI card PCI Express x16 card PCI Express x16 card slot PCI Express x1 card PCI Express x1 card slot Removing and Installing Parts 83
Owner's Manual - Page 84

... from a Dual Configuration NOTE: This section regards dual configurations of PCI or PCI Express cards, see "Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page 89. 1 Follow the procedures in ""Before You Begin" on the card retention arm and raise the retention arm. graphics card bridge power connectors (2) dual-PCI Express graphics cards 3 Disconnect the power cable connected to...
Owner's Manual - Page 85

If you are replacing the card, see "Installing PCI Express Graphics Cards in the empty card-slot opening. NOTE: Installing filler brackets over or behind the cards. NOTICE: Do not route card cables over empty card-slot openings is unnecessary in a single card configuration. 7 Before you are not replacing the card, install a filler bracket in a Dual Configuration" on page 86. Cables routed...
Owner's Manual - Page 86

...on page 89. To learn more about upgrading your system to create a card-slot opening. 86 Removing and Installing Parts For installation of any card installed in a Dual Configuration NOTE: This section regards dual configurations of PCI Express graphics cards only. NOTICE: For information about NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) dual-graphics technology, see the Dell website at...
Owner's Manual - Page 89

... plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug the cable into the computer. 12 Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to remove or replace a graphics card. 1 Follow the procedures in degraded graphics performance. 10 Connect the power cable to the power connector on . Removing PCI and PCI Express...
Owner's Manual - Page 90

...: • The tops of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide. 90 Removing and Installing Parts PCI Express x16 card securing tab PCI Express x16 card slot 4 If you are not replacing the card, install a filler bracket in the top of all cards and filler brackets are replacing the card, see "Installing PCI and PCI Express...
Owner's Manual - Page 91

... over or behind the cards. Removing and Installing Parts 91 NOTICE: Do not route card cables over the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment. 6 Press the retention arm into the computer. 7 Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to install a graphics card. 1 Follow the procedures...

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