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    Vostro 1500 (8600 GT) & HL2

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Meetloaf13, Dec 27, 2007.

  1. Meetloaf13

    Meetloaf13 fear the MONKEY!!!

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    I just received a copy of HL2 from via goozex.com and once I get the license transferred over, (I hope it's not a pain in the butt) I'm looking forward to enjoying Half-Life 2!

    QUESTION:
    What drivers/settings should I use to get optimal performance during gameplay. I will be using XP to play HL2, and my specs are below. Just curious if anyone has a similar setup to mine and would be willing to tell me how they tweaked (if at all) to get HL2 running well.

    Thanks!
     
    Meetloaf13, Dec 27, 2007
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  2. HavoK

    HavoK Registered User

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    You don't need to tweak anything. It runs at 1680x1050 max settings 4x AA without a hitch.
     
    HavoK, Dec 27, 2007
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  3. Johnny T

    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I was about to say... :p
     
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  4. Meetloaf13

    Meetloaf13 fear the MONKEY!!!

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    That's what I like to hear :D

    Which drivers are you using? (either of you)
     
    Meetloaf13, Dec 27, 2007
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