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Lenovo ThinkCentre 2119 Video Card
Most newer computers will have at least one PCIe slot open for a dedicated video card to be installed on the motherboard. Currently, graphics card maker nVidia is the most popular in the dedicated video card market, while AMD is sitting in second place. There are two types of graphic cards, integrated and dedicated. Integrated is built into the motherboard, whilst a dedicated card is purchased and installed onto the main board. All video cards computes and sends the resulting images to an external monitor where it is displayed for you. Dedicated video cards are usually necessary for high-end games on the desktop like Far Cry, World of Warcraft or Battlefield. Integrated display adapters will never be better than a dedicated video card, in general.
Hints your desktop graphics card has to be replaced
- Your display displays stretched or elongated pictures
- The desktop freezes when trying to start up a graphic intensive game
- The screen does not always turn on when starting the computer
- A driver for the video card has problems installing all the way
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Please be sure to note the part number before buying a video card replacement. The Lenovo ThinkCentre 2119 desktop will be happier for thinking before buying. Always buy replacement parts from a reputable seller when buying via the internet. Lenovo ThinkCentre 2119 video card is going to be better in new condition for obvious reasons, including possible wear on any old one.
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