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Lenovo ThinkCentre 2557 Video Card
There are two types of video cards, integrated and dedicated. Integrated cards are built-in to the computer itself, whilst a dedicated card is purchased and installed onto the main board. A dedicated graphics card is pretty much required for high-end games on the desktop like Far Cry, World of Warcraft or Battlefield. Integrated, or onboard, graphics are not as good as dedicated graphic cards, generally speaking. At the moment, nVidia rules the dedicated card market, while AMD is in second. All video cards processes graphics and sends the rendered images to a monitor where it is displayed for you. Most new desktops should have at least one PCI Express slot available for a graphics card to be installed.
What are some hints that my display adapter needs replacing?
- The monitor shows weird colors or images
- The computer freezes when trying to start up a graphic intensive game
- The display does not come on when starting the computer
- The video card driver has issues installing properly
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A Lenovo ThinkCentre 2557 video card should really be bought in brand new condition due to the wear on any old video card that may occur. Be sure to always purchase computer products from a site you know if you purchase through a website. It is always best to double-check the manufacturers part number before placing an order for a new video card. Your Lenovo ThinkCentre 2557 desktop will be happier for thinking before buying.
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