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SoLiDUS · 07-15-2001, 01:15 AM

"Okay I definitely need help buying a video card. I am probably going to get some type of Geforce 2 64mb card. I don't need anything dealing with multiple monitors, dvds, or tv-out. I'm going to get for games and games alone. Now I know there are different types of of Geforce 2's like mx or something else. I see that some Geforce 2 32mb are more expensive than a Geforce 2 64mb. WHY? "

There are different types of Geforce2's: Plain, MX, Pro, GTS and finally, ULTRA.
Cost will depend on type and memory.

Also, the 64 meg versions of the Geforce2's are simply a luxury: NO GAME OUT RIGHT NOW OR IN THE "NEAR" FUTURE IS GOING TO REQUIRE MORE THAN 32 MEGS. Anyone telling you otherwise just doesn't know lol..

"Also, I know a little bit about computers and installing things, mainly games though. What I am asking is it hard to install a video card. I see that some say they are "Plug and Play". Do I need to buy an air conditioning unit. I know nothing about that."

0- Prior to installing your new vidcard, uninstall your old one through windows (delete it in your device manager), turn off your pc, remove (physically) the old card and make the switch.
1- READ the manual ! It's there for a reason.
2- Set-up the AGP aperture size in your BIOS.
3- Let windows do its' part
4- Install the appropriate drivers
5- Have fun.

No, no cooling devices necessary unless you're working in VERY cramped environments: the vidcards' fan will do fine.

"Here are 2 video cards I'm very interested in buying. Help me out."

I'm buying myself a Geforce2 GTS w/ 32 megs pretty soon. It's going to cost me 270$ canadian (all taxes added).

Contrary to what most people will tell you, the GTS is ages ahead of the MX and trust me; when the new games start coming out, you'll be glad you have the extra power. Unless you can't afford it, that's a completely different story.

Paying more for a card is stupid because the Geforce3's are going to drop in price soon and they're priced similarly to ULTRAs'...

[This message has been edited by SoLiDUS (edited July 15, 2001).]

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SoLiDUS is Offline Senior Member Posts: 5,158 Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Gatineau, Qc, Canada	07-15-2001, 01:15 AM "Okay I definitely need help buying a video card. I am probably going to get some type of Geforce 2 64mb card. I don't need anything dealing with multiple monitors, dvds, or tv-out. I'm going to get for games and games alone. Now I know there are different types of of Geforce 2's like mx or something else. I see that some Geforce 2 32mb are more expensive than a Geforce 2 64mb. WHY? " There are different types of Geforce2's: Plain, MX, Pro, GTS and finally, ULTRA. Cost will depend on type and memory. Also, the 64 meg versions of the Geforce2's are simply a luxury: NO GAME OUT RIGHT NOW OR IN THE "NEAR" FUTURE IS GOING TO REQUIRE MORE THAN 32 MEGS. Anyone telling you otherwise just doesn't know lol.. "Also, I know a little bit about computers and installing things, mainly games though. What I am asking is it hard to install a video card. I see that some say they are "Plug and Play". Do I need to buy an air conditioning unit. I know nothing about that." 0- Prior to installing your new vidcard, uninstall your old one through windows (delete it in your device manager), turn off your pc, remove (physically) the old card and make the switch. 1- READ the manual ! It's there for a reason. 2- Set-up the AGP aperture size in your BIOS. 3- Let windows do its' part 4- Install the appropriate drivers 5- Have fun. No, no cooling devices necessary unless you're working in VERY cramped environments: the vidcards' fan will do fine. "Here are 2 video cards I'm very interested in buying. Help me out." I'm buying myself a Geforce2 GTS w/ 32 megs pretty soon. It's going to cost me 270$ canadian (all taxes added). Contrary to what most people will tell you, the GTS is ages ahead of the MX and trust me; when the new games start coming out, you'll be glad you have the extra power. Unless you can't afford it, that's a completely different story. Paying more for a card is stupid because the Geforce3's are going to drop in price soon and they're priced similarly to ULTRAs'... [This message has been edited by SoLiDUS (edited July 15, 2001).]