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    Is vista needed for 8*** series graphics cards?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by sdm808485, Nov 18, 2007.

  1. sdm808485

    sdm808485 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Okay, this seems like a dumb question, but do you need a vista os to run a 8*** series graphics card? I am almost sure that I know the answer but I would like to make sure. I do know vista is needed for dx10 but would just like some clarification. :)
     
    sdm808485, Nov 18, 2007
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  2. Thomas

    Thomas McLovin

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    No, an nVidia 8xxx series card can & does function in XP but, without DirectX 10 but also with a large performance increase over Vista.
     
    Thomas, Nov 18, 2007
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    Meetloaf13 fear the MONKEY!!!

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    Nope, not at all. For Dx10 yes, but there are many of us happy 8x00 series cards that run XP. In fact, I bet most prefer to when gaming, at least for now.
     
    Meetloaf13, Nov 18, 2007
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    Hey thanks, I knew that was right just needed some clarification.
     
    sdm808485, Nov 18, 2007
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