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Lenovo ThinkCentre S51-8172 Video Card
Almost all newer desktops should have at least one PCI Express slot available for a dedicated video card to be installed. There are two types of graphic cards, integrated and dedicated. Integrated graphics are integrated into the motherboard itself, while dedicated is a separarate piece of hardware that gets installed. Integrated video cards are not as good as a separate video card, generally speaking. Today, nVidia rules the dedicated video card market, while AMD is sitting in second place. Both an integrated and dedicated video card processes the input and sends the resulting images to an external monitor where you can see the results. A dedicated graphics card is usually necessary for any high-end games you play on a desktop like Far Cry, World of Warcraft or Battlefield.
Indications of a worsening video graphics card
- The monitor shows stretched or elongated pictures
- The desktop restarts when beginning a game
- Nothing seems to come on when starting up
- The driver cannot install all the way
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It is always best to write down the manufacturers part number so that you correctly order the right video card. Lenovo ThinkCentre S51-8172 video card will be better for your desktop brand new due to possible wear on any old video card that may occur. Always order parts from a well-known website when buying via the internet. The Lenovo desktop will be better off for buying the right part!
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