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Lenovo ThinkCentre 8197 Video Card
Most newer computers should have at least one PCI Express slot available for a dedicated video card to be installed. Integrated video cards are not as good as dedicated graphic cards, generally speaking. Dedicated video cards are pretty much required for high-end games on the desktop like Overwatch, Battlefield or Far Cry. There are two types of video cards, integrated and dedicated. Integrated graphics are integrated into the motherboard itself, while dedicated is a separarate piece of hardware that gets installed. Currently, nVidia rules the dedicated video card market, while AMD is sitting in second place. All video cards processes the input and sends the rendered images to a monitor where it is displayed for you.
Subtle hints the video card is failing
- Your display depicts fragmented images
- The Lenovo ThinkCentre 8197 restarts when starting a game
- Nothing seems to come on when starting up
- A driver for the video card fails to install like it should
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Make sure to try and order replacement parts from a reputable seller when you buy your parts online. Please be sure to check and double-check the model number so that you correctly order the right video card. The Lenovo ThinkCentre 8197 desktop will thank you if you buy smart! Lenovo ThinkCentre 8197 video card is going to be better brand new for a variety of reasons, including wear and tear on an older one.
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