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    question on 8600 gfx card

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by *Daystar*, Aug 30, 2007.

  1. *Daystar*

    *Daystar* Seahawk Fan!

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    I didn't know where to post this and I don't know if i missed something but i haven't found this in a thread.

    What is the highest Power supply i would need to run the 8600M GT gfx card well.
     
    *Daystar*, Aug 30, 2007
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    Mobile cards run with very low power consumption. Any generic battery or ac adapter will give off enough power to run mobile GPUs.
     
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    okay maybe i should specify. I want to upgrade My desktops gfx card..specs below in sig. right now i have a 305W and i know that is not enough to run a 8600m GT. Note: this is in my desktop. I want to know what is the lowest pwoer supply i could get that would work well for this particular gfx card.
     
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    Well, a desktop 8600 GT requires, I believe, a minimum of 350 watts (I might be mixing it up with the GTS). But, you should have more than that. I would say 400-500 watts is the way to go. That will also leave you room for more upgrades in the future.
     
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    A 8600m GT and a 8600 GT are very different cards. If you're looking for help on a desktop card, try the desktop forum.
     
    Lithus, Aug 31, 2007
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    nah don't need that one. all i need is the 8600GT. anyone have a good link for a 450W power supply at newegg.com? or tigerdirect?
     
    *Daystar*, Aug 31, 2007
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