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Compaq Deskpro AP230 Video Card
Currently, nVidia rules the dedicated card market, while AMD is sitting in second place. Integrated video cards are almost never as good as dedicated graphic cards, generally speaking. Most newer computers will have at least one spot available for a video card to be installed. Both an integrated and dedicated video card processes the input and sends the rendered images to a monitor where it is displayed for you. There are two types of video cards, integrated and dedicated. Integrated is built into the motherboard, while a dedicated graphics card is an individual piece of hardware that is bought and installed separately. A dedicated graphics card is pretty much required for any high-end games you play on a desktop like Far Cry, World of Warcraft or Battlefield.
Major clues of a laboring display adapter
- The monitor displays fragmented images
- The PC reboots when starting a graphic intensive program
- The screen does not always come on as you boot the PC
- The driver does not seem to install correctly
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Make sure to try and purchase computer parts from a site you know if you purchase through a website. Your Compaq Deskpro AP230 will be happier for thinking before buying. Compaq Deskpro AP230 video card is going to be better brand new due to possible wear on an old used video card. Always make sure to note the model number before buying a video card replacement.
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