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    Can my graphics card work?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by johncolazabal, Mar 7, 2009.

  1. johncolazabal

    johncolazabal Notebook Geek

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    I have an old motherboard and processor, could a new graphics card work on my computer? -Thanks a lot.
     
    johncolazabal, Mar 7, 2009
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  2. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    Need moar details. Motherboard make and model? Processor make and model? Current graphics card make and model? Chances are if this is a laptop, you won't be able to do anything to it.

    If this is a desktop, please direct your inquiry to DTR.
     
    Commander Wolf, Mar 7, 2009
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  3. aznofazns

    aznofazns Performance Junkie

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    If your motherboard has a PCI express slot then a brand new graphics card will most likely work.
     
    aznofazns, Mar 7, 2009
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