How do I install a new graphic card into my Dell Dimension 5150?
You should ask a friend with knowledge of PC’s to look over your shoulder to assist you. It’s great that you want to learn, but having someone hands on never hurts. Your PC has PCIE x16 slot, you can install any PCIE graphics card. PCIE is the latest graphics card slot for pc’s. It provides a much faster bus for the card to talk to your pc. To replace it: – it is just a matter of powering down the system (tower) – opening the side panel – unscrewing the bracket for the graphics card — make sure you removed the monitor cable as well — make sure you removed any additional power connectors going to the graphics card – remove the old card – insert the new card – secure the bracket with the screw you removed earlier – connect any required power connectors – plugin in the monitor cord and test If everything is fine, power down again to close the case up and then install your drivers when you boot next time. Manuals are a great tool to review when you are learning. **EDIT** Yes, you can rep
