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Radeon HD 2900 XT 512MB PCIe
The HIS Radeon™ HD 2900XT unleashes the power of DirectX® 10 with awesome
performance, stunning visual effects and more dynamic interactivity than ever
before. Surpass reality with easy CrossFire™ scalability, built-in HDMI
and 5.1 surround audio for an immersive HD Gaming experience. HIS Radeon™
HD 2900XT delivers ultimate realism and performance at all resolutions in high
dynamic range from a 2nd generation unified shader engine.
Ultimate High Definition Gaming Technology
The HIS Radeon™ HD 2900 powers today’s titles and introduces a new
platform for upcoming DirectX® 10 games. Our next-generation unified shader
engine with 320 unified stream processors, a 512-bit memory interface, CrossFire™,
game physics, and built-in HDMI with multi-channel 5.1 surround audio establishes
a new level of performance and technology designed for discerning gamers.
HIS Radeon™ HD 2900XT delivers ultimate realism and performance at all
resolutions in high dynamic range from a 2nd generation unified shader engine
and easy CrossFire upgradeability. Built-in with HDMI audio and video, HIS Radeon™
HD 2900XT enables a one-plug big-screen HD gaming experience with ATI Avivo™
HD video & display technology with advanced high definition features including
UVD technology.
Leadership for Windows Vista™
The HIS Radeon™ HD 2900XT delivers powerful graphics performance, improved
stability, and an immersive HD gaming experience for Windows Vista™. ATI
Catalyst™ software is designed for quick setup of graphics, video, and
multiple displays, and automatically configures optimal system settings for
lifelike DirectX® 10 gaming and the visually stunning Windows Aero™
user interface.
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CROSSFIRE™
Designed from the ground up with GPU sharing in mind, this series allows
you to get incredible gaming performance by adding a Crossfire Edition
graphics card for ultra fast performance that works with all games, all
the time.
- More
Info
- Compatibility Chart
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AVIVO™
HD
ATI Avivo™ HD is AMD’s new reference for advanced HD image processing,
delivering cool and quiet full-spec HD disc playback with hardware-based
Unified Video Decoding (UVD) capability, built-in HDMI with multi-channel
HD surround audio, and support for high-quality connectivity with multiple
HDTVs and displays.
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High
Dynamic Range (HDR)
High dynamic-range(HDR) lighting effects bring environments to life for
a truly immersive experience. It takes advantage of the subtle light,
texture, and color intricacies to create incredibly realistic environments.
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CATALYST™
ATI’s all-new CATALYST™ Control Center goes far beyond traditional
driver configuration software—it’s a feature-rich and stable
3D acceleration control application that puts you in complete command
of your ATI visual processing unit
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DirectX
10 Technology
Many of the newest Windows games will take full advantage of the next-generation
graphics technology in Windows Vista called DirectX® 10. DirectX®
10 will provide an incredibly detailed experience for gamers of every
type, and will enable game creators to increase a game's level of realism,
enhancing details and complexity in gaming worlds, apply effects like
dynamic lighting and weather, and much more.
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HDCP Compliant
HDCP (high definition content protection) is a standard that is encoded
into the video signal to prevent it from being pirated. If a source device
is HDCP coded and is connected to a HDTV display or projector without
the proper HDCP decoding mechanism, the picture is relegated to “snow”
or in some cases, very low (480P) resolutions of the images. In order
to see HDTV with HDCP compliance, both the source and display devices
must be equipped with DVI connections that can enable HDCP decoding.
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PCI Express
Support
PCI Express is a new Intel bus architecture that doubles the bandwidth
of the AGP 8X bus, delivering over 4 GB per second in both upstream and
downstream data transfers.
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Specifications
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Detailed Features
A Closer Look
Features
- Superscalar unified shader architecture
- 320 stream processing units
- 512-bit 8-channel memory interface
- Comprehensive DirectX® 10 support
- Integrated CrossFire™
- High-speed 128-bit HDR (High Dynamic Range) rendering
- Up to 24x Custom Filter Anti-Aliasing
- ATI Avivo™ HD video and display technology
- Built-in HDMI and 5.1 surround audio
- Dynamic geometry acceleration
- Game physics processing capability
Minimum System Requirements
- Intel® Pentium® 4+, AMD™ Athlon™ 64+ or compatible with
X16 PCI EXPRESS slot
- Correct chipset drivers
- Installation software requires CD-ROM drive DVD playback requires DVD drive
- 500W+ power supply or 750W+ power supply for Crossfire configuration (two
cards)
- Either two 6-pin (2x3) power cables or one 6-pin plus one 8-pin (2x4) power
cable. 8-pin power supply cable is only required for users wishing to enable
Overdrive.
- High Speed Internet Connection to download game bundle
- Operating System:
- Windows Vista (all versions)
- Windows XP
- Windows XP Media Center Edition
- Windows 2000
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What You Should Know
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 ATI
CrossFire™— Multiply and Conquer
The CrossFire™ platform takes your gaming experience to the next
level with more performance, flexibility and compatibility. CrossFire
combines the awe-inspiring capabilities of two ATI™ Radeon™
graphics cards and CrossFire ready motherboards for AMD and Intel®
processors to meet the hard-core demands of your alternate reality. Experience
stunning visual realism in today’s games with uncompromising image
quality, even on your HDTV. CrossFire: Multiply and Conquer!
ATI Crossfire Brochure Download
• Unite and Dominate
Combined Multi-GPU and Motherboard power that soars into a new dimension
of graphics capability
• Divide and Conquer with ATI’s Supertiling
High-performance GPU sharing that works with all games, all the time
• Render and Rule
The highest image quality and screen resolutions even with the most
demanding 3D titles
• Now and Future
CrossFire’s upgradeable components allow you to gradually improve
your system performance with the reliability and support that only ATI
delivers.
 How
it Works
Build your PC with a CrossFire Certified motherboard then plug in
two compatible CrossFire Certified ATI Radeon graphics cards. Learn more
about the different combinations of cards and motherboards and view a
brief overview of how to install them.
ATI
Crossfire Flash Demo
Important note - Radeon X1300, X1550, X1600 and X1650 Series graphic
cards (except X1650 XT) do not require an ATI CrossFire Edition co-processor
or external cable. Just plug in two cards from the same series and use
the ATI Catalyst® Control Center software to command your ultimate gaming
experience!
ATI CrossFire™ options include multiple load-sharing modes called
“supertiling”, “scissor mode” and “AFR”
(alternate frame-rate). Together with a superior visual quality mode called
“Super AA”, they combine for optimal quality and performance
with game-conquering compatibility, whether it is based on Direct3D or
OpenGL. ATI CrossFire gives you a significant advantage in any game and
3D application, even if it is processor-limited. And only ATI can bring
you the incredible realism and visual quality of games that offer HDR
and Super AA at the same time!
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ATI CrossFire™— Compatibility
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DVI: Digital
Visual Interface! What Is It? Monitors come supporting different video connector technologies:
VGA, DVI, DisplayPort, HDMI, or combinations. Not every monitor
supports these, so check the specifications carefully before making your
selection.
The Digital Visual Interface (DVI) is the
most popular high-quality digital connection for monitors (though HDMI is
quickly becoming its equal in popularity). DVI is a video interface
standard designed to maximize the visual quality of digital display devices
such as flat panel LCD computer displays and digital projectors. It was
developed by an industry consortium, the Digital Display Working Group (DDWG).
It is designed for carrying uncompressed digital video data to a compatible
monitor or projector, and is partially compatible with the High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI) standard in digital mode (DVI-D).
DVI represents a major improvement in image quality over the older VGA
standard.
The DVI interface uses a digital protocol
in which the desired illumination of pixels is transmitted as binary data.
When the display is driven at its native resolution, it will read each
number and apply that brightness to the appropriate pixel. In this way, each
pixel in the output buffer of the source device corresponds directly to one
pixel in the display device, whereas with an analog signal the appearance of
each pixel may be affected by its adjacent pixels as well as by electrical
noise and other forms of analog distortion.
Previous standards such as the analog VGA were designed for CRT-based
devices and thus did not use discrete time display addressing. As the analog
source transmits each horizontal line of the image, it varies its output
voltage to represent the desired brightness. In a CRT device, this is used
to vary the intensity of the scanning beam as it moves across the screen.
The two types of DVI interfaces are Single
Link and Dual Link. Following are the features and benefits of each:
Single Link - The Single Link interface is limited to a maximum pixel
clock of 165 Hz. It uses four (4) twisted pairs of wires (one each of Red,
Green, Blue and Clock). Maximum resolution is 1920 x 1200 at 60Hz.
Dual Link - The Dual Link interface is most common for today’s modern
LCD monitors. It provides three times as many pixels as the Single Link
interface. And its maximum clock may exceed 165 Hz. Dual Link uses six (6)
twisted pairs wires with two (2) each for Red, Green, and Blue, as well as a
pair for Clock. Dual Link’s maximum resolution is 2560 x 1600 at 60Hz. When
you use the Dual Link Interface you can use a longer cable because of its
higher bandwidth. Dual Link also provides HDCP support, which is required
for Blu-Ray playback.
If your Computer supports DVI ports, but
the Monitor does not, then a DVI to VGA adaptor is available at low cost to
solve this. Or inversely, if the Computer output is only VGA, and the
Monitor supports DVI, adaptors are available for this as well.
For our selection of Monitor Adaptors click here » |
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Dual Monitor
Technology
Few PC users have ever experienced the huge productivity boost that comes
from using multiple monitors on the same PC. Ironically, many of
today's PC have the capability already installed, and Windows (since 2000)
natively supports dual monitors. Configuring dual monitors is so easy: just use
the second video port (if there are two separate ports installed), or add a
second video card or better yet, a video card that has dual DVI ports.
Then plug in your second monitor, change a couple of simple Windows settings,
and you have double the Windows Desktop. This lets you have your
spreadsheet and email visible at the same time, or PowerPoint and Photoshop.
The combinations are endless. And since most of the overhead is
handled by the video card, there is little significant impact (if any) on
system performance. Dual Monitors is one of the simplest, yet most
amazing productivity boosters you can add to your PC! Optionally, you can use a dual monitor stand and recover your workspace in the process!
Click Here To Find Video Cards - Look For Dual DVI/Dual Monitor Ready
Cards »
Click Here For Dual Monitor Stands »
Click Here For Great Deals On A 2nd Monitor » |
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Advanced PC Build-It-Yourself Guide
Not too long ago one had to be eligible for the Genius IQ Club (Mensa)
in order to build a computer. That is no longer the case. Today’s computer
manufacturers have made it much easier for the enterprising do-it-yourselfer
to create a great system.
Click Here To Learn More »
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PCI
Express - Delivering Dramatically Improved Graphics
Doubling the bandwidth of the AGP 8X graphics bus, the new PCI Express represents
the most profound change to desktop architecture in nearly a decade. PCI
Express replaces AGP, allowing much larger amounts of data to move between
the graphics card and the CPU, and will soon replace PCI expansion slots
as well. The PCI standard allows for a 32-bit bus with a maximum throughput
of 133MB/s. By contrast, PCI Express will run at 2.5GHz. PCI Express is
a two-way serial connection that carries data in packets along two pairs
of point-to-point data lines, compared to the single parallel data bus of
traditional PCI. Gamers will benefit from an incredible upgrade in video
quality with PCI Express, because it will allow for more powerful video
cards, inspiring developers to create more realistic environments that will
make games come alive with astonishingly lifelike colors and images. Video
enthusiasts will also benefit because PCI Express will accommodate higher-quality
video throughput (amount of data you can send per second). As network television
moves over to HDTV broadcasts, PCI Express positions the PC platform for
integration into the living room, while also allowing for HD video editing
and other bandwidth-intensive tasks. PCI Express is compatible with existing
PCI drivers and software operating systems and is designed to co-exist with
current PCI hardware. |
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PCI
Express - Delivering Dramatically Improved Graphics
Doubling the bandwidth of the AGP 8X graphics bus, the new PCI Express represents
the most profound change to desktop architecture in nearly a decade. PCI
Express replaces AGP, allowing much larger amounts of data to move between
the graphics card and the CPU, and will soon replace PCI expansion slots
as well. The PCI standard allows for a 32-bit bus with a maximum throughput
of 133MB/s. By contrast, PCI Express will run at 2.5GHz. PCI Express is
a two-way serial connection that carries data in packets along two pairs
of point-to-point data lines, compared to the single parallel data bus of
traditional PCI. Gamers will benefit from an incredible upgrade in video
quality with PCI Express, because it will allow for more powerful video
cards, inspiring developers to create more realistic environments that will
make games come alive with astonishingly lifelike colors and images. Video
enthusiasts will also benefit because PCI Express will accommodate higher-quality
video throughput (amount of data you can send per second). As network television
moves over to HDTV broadcasts, PCI Express positions the PC platform for
integration into the living room, while also allowing for HD video editing
and other bandwidth-intensive tasks. PCI Express is compatible with existing
PCI drivers and software operating systems and is designed to co-exist with
current PCI hardware. |
| Having
Issues With Your PC?
Here Are Some Common Problems And Solutions!
Of course, there a thousand little things can go wrong with an average
PC. But many problems are common, and have common solutions.
Click Here to
Learn More »
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Video Card Designs
Today's high performance video cards
enable amazing graphics, and frequently come emblazoned with high-impact
graphics, or in brilliant colors. These help to enhance the appeal of
the card. However, from time to time, manufacturers do change these
designs and colors, but this has no effect on the features, specifications,
or performance of the specific video card model, and will usually retain the
same manufacturer's model and part number. The images displayed for a
video card are based upon the sample provided by the manufacturer, and the
specific visual design you receive may vary. So remember, while the
card may look cool, it's the specs that matter! |
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Will Your
Motherboard Support the Video Card You're Purchasing? Here's the Answer...
Before you
buy - make sure your motherboard is compatible with this video card. For
example, PCI Express video cards won't work with motherboards designed
only for AGP or PCI video cards, and vice versa. Please read the specifications
carefully or call us for expert advice.
Close-Up:
PCI, AGP, and PCI-E (PCI Express)
Check
your motherboard and make sure you are purchasing the correct cardbus
type.
There are 3 types of cardbus slots currently available:
PCI, AGP, and PCI Express (PCIe 2.0 is compatible with PCIe slot)
PCI
- The most widely used I/O bus, it provides a shared data path between
the CPU and peripheral controllers, such as network, display, SCSI and
RAID cards. Though limited in terms of performance, they are considered
the best value when you upgrade your video capabilities on a PC. The PCI
interface can be found and used in nearly any motherboard.
Click
here to view our selection of PCI Cards
AGP
- The AGP slot is next in line of higher graphic performance. It was designed
especially for the throughput demands of 3-D graphics. It offers up to
8x improvement over a PCI card, is 32 bits wide and runs at 66 MHz. It
provides a direct connection between the card and memory, and only one
AGP slot is on the motherboard. The motherboard must be equipped with
an AGP bus slot for an AGP card to be compatible.(AGP 1x provided a data
transfer rate of 264 Mbytes/sec. AGP 2x is 528 Mbytes/sec. AGP 4x is 1
Gbyte/sec. AGP 8x is 2 Gbytes/sec.)
Click
here to view our selection of AGP Cards
PCI
Express - PCI Express is the newest technology that
is superior to both PCI and AGP, in terms of graphic performance. It offers
performance as much as 4x faster than the fastest AGP 8X slot. PCI Express
connections can support fast data transfer rates, which can be used to
connect high-speed devices such as high-end video cards. The slots come
in different variations and speeds, such as x1, x4, x8, and x16. Presently,
most high-end motherboards meant for design, video production, or gaming
come with PCI express slots. To use a PCI Express card, your computer
must have at least one available PCI Express slot.
Click
here to view our selection of PCI Express Cards
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Product Resources
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What's In The Box
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- HIS Radeon HD 2900 XT 512MB PCIe Video Card
- Install Guide
- Drivers CD
- Software Bundle CD
- VIVO Cable
- HDTV Cable
- (2) Two DVI to VGA Adapters
- DVI to HDMI Adapter
- CrossFire Cable
Contents of package may vary from those pictured and stated here,
due to changes in manufacturer's specifications or merchandising.
Please check the product information carefully, items not included
may no longer be required.
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Manufactured by:
Mfg Part No:
UPC No:
Shipping Weight:
pound(s)
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Limited Warranty: A full text version of the limited warranty
may be obtained by mailing a self addressed, stamped envelope to the
address below and requesting the warranty for item number:
TigerDirect.com
Warranty Information
7795 W. Flagler St. Suite 35
Miami, FL. 33144
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ATI Crossfire Technology
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ATI
CrossFire™— Multiply and Conquer
The CrossFire™ platform takes your gaming experience to the next
level with more performance, flexibility and compatibility. CrossFire
combines the awe-inspiring capabilities of two ATI™ Radeon™
graphics cards and CrossFire ready motherboards for AMD and Intel®
processors to meet the hard-core demands of your alternate reality. Experience
stunning visual realism in today’s games with uncompromising image
quality, even on your HDTV. CrossFire: Multiply and Conquer!
ATI Crossfire Brochure Download
• Unite and Dominate
Combined Multi-GPU and Motherboard power that soars into a new dimension
of graphics capability
• Divide and Conquer with ATI’s Supertiling
High-performance GPU sharing that works with all games, all the time
• Render and Rule
The highest image quality and screen resolutions even with the most
demanding 3D titles
• Now and Future
CrossFire’s upgradeable components allow you to gradually improve
your system performance with the reliability and support that only ATI
delivers.
How
it Works
Build your PC with a CrossFire Certified motherboard then plug in
two compatible CrossFire Certified ATI Radeon graphics cards. Learn more
about the different combinations of cards and motherboards and view a
brief overview of how to install them.
ATI
Crossfire Flash Demo
Important note - Radeon X1300, X1550, X1600 and X1650 Series graphic
cards (except X1650 XT) do not require an ATI CrossFire Edition co-processor
or external cable. Just plug in two cards from the same series and use
the ATI Catalyst® Control Center software to command your ultimate gaming
experience!
ATI CrossFire™ options include multiple load-sharing modes called
“supertiling”, “scissor mode” and “AFR”
(alternate frame-rate). Together with a superior visual quality mode called
“Super AA”, they combine for optimal quality and performance
with game-conquering compatibility, whether it is based on Direct3D or
OpenGL. ATI CrossFire gives you a significant advantage in any game and
3D application, even if it is processor-limited. And only ATI can bring
you the incredible realism and visual quality of games that offer HDR
and Super AA at the same time!
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ATI CrossFire™— Compatibility
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DVI Technology
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DVI: Digital
Visual Interface! What Is It? Monitors come supporting different video connector technologies:
VGA, DVI, DisplayPort, HDMI, or combinations. Not every monitor
supports these, so check the specifications carefully before making your
selection.
The Digital Visual Interface (DVI) is the
most popular high-quality digital connection for monitors (though HDMI is
quickly becoming its equal in popularity). DVI is a video interface
standard designed to maximize the visual quality of digital display devices
such as flat panel LCD computer displays and digital projectors. It was
developed by an industry consortium, the Digital Display Working Group (DDWG).
It is designed for carrying uncompressed digital video data to a compatible
monitor or projector, and is partially compatible with the High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI) standard in digital mode (DVI-D).
DVI represents a major improvement in image quality over the older VGA
standard.
The DVI interface uses a digital protocol
in which the desired illumination of pixels is transmitted as binary data.
When the display is driven at its native resolution, it will read each
number and apply that brightness to the appropriate pixel. In this way, each
pixel in the output buffer of the source device corresponds directly to one
pixel in the display device, whereas with an analog signal the appearance of
each pixel may be affected by its adjacent pixels as well as by electrical
noise and other forms of analog distortion.
Previous standards such as the analog VGA were designed for CRT-based
devices and thus did not use discrete time display addressing. As the analog
source transmits each horizontal line of the image, it varies its output
voltage to represent the desired brightness. In a CRT device, this is used
to vary the intensity of the scanning beam as it moves across the screen.
The two types of DVI interfaces are Single
Link and Dual Link. Following are the features and benefits of each:
Single Link - The Single Link interface is limited to a maximum pixel
clock of 165 Hz. It uses four (4) twisted pairs of wires (one each of Red,
Green, Blue and Clock). Maximum resolution is 1920 x 1200 at 60Hz.
Dual Link - The Dual Link interface is most common for today’s modern
LCD monitors. It provides three times as many pixels as the Single Link
interface. And its maximum clock may exceed 165 Hz. Dual Link uses six (6)
twisted pairs wires with two (2) each for Red, Green, and Blue, as well as a
pair for Clock. Dual Link’s maximum resolution is 2560 x 1600 at 60Hz. When
you use the Dual Link Interface you can use a longer cable because of its
higher bandwidth. Dual Link also provides HDCP support, which is required
for Blu-Ray playback.
If your Computer supports DVI ports, but
the Monitor does not, then a DVI to VGA adaptor is available at low cost to
solve this. Or inversely, if the Computer output is only VGA, and the
Monitor supports DVI, adaptors are available for this as well.
For our selection of Monitor Adaptors click here » |
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Monitors - Dual Monitors
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Dual Monitor
Technology
Few PC users have ever experienced the huge productivity boost that comes
from using multiple monitors on the same PC. Ironically, many of
today's PC have the capability already installed, and Windows (since 2000)
natively supports dual monitors. Configuring dual monitors is so easy: just use
the second video port (if there are two separate ports installed), or add a
second video card or better yet, a video card that has dual DVI ports.
Then plug in your second monitor, change a couple of simple Windows settings,
and you have double the Windows Desktop. This lets you have your
spreadsheet and email visible at the same time, or PowerPoint and Photoshop.
The combinations are endless. And since most of the overhead is
handled by the video card, there is little significant impact (if any) on
system performance. Dual Monitors is one of the simplest, yet most
amazing productivity boosters you can add to your PC! Optionally, you can use a dual monitor stand and recover your workspace in the process!
Click Here To Find Video Cards - Look For Dual DVI/Dual Monitor Ready
Cards »
Click Here For Dual Monitor Stands »
Click Here For Great Deals On A 2nd Monitor » |
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PC Building Tips
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Advanced PC Build-It-Yourself Guide
Not too long ago one had to be eligible for the Genius IQ Club (Mensa)
in order to build a computer. That is no longer the case. Today’s computer
manufacturers have made it much easier for the enterprising do-it-yourselfer
to create a great system.
Click Here To Learn More »
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PCI Express
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PCI
Express - Delivering Dramatically Improved Graphics
Doubling the bandwidth of the AGP 8X graphics bus, the new PCI Express represents
the most profound change to desktop architecture in nearly a decade. PCI
Express replaces AGP, allowing much larger amounts of data to move between
the graphics card and the CPU, and will soon replace PCI expansion slots
as well. The PCI standard allows for a 32-bit bus with a maximum throughput
of 133MB/s. By contrast, PCI Express will run at 2.5GHz. PCI Express is
a two-way serial connection that carries data in packets along two pairs
of point-to-point data lines, compared to the single parallel data bus of
traditional PCI. Gamers will benefit from an incredible upgrade in video
quality with PCI Express, because it will allow for more powerful video
cards, inspiring developers to create more realistic environments that will
make games come alive with astonishingly lifelike colors and images. Video
enthusiasts will also benefit because PCI Express will accommodate higher-quality
video throughput (amount of data you can send per second). As network television
moves over to HDTV broadcasts, PCI Express positions the PC platform for
integration into the living room, while also allowing for HD video editing
and other bandwidth-intensive tasks. PCI Express is compatible with existing
PCI drivers and software operating systems and is designed to co-exist with
current PCI hardware. |
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PCI Express
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PCI
Express - Delivering Dramatically Improved Graphics
Doubling the bandwidth of the AGP 8X graphics bus, the new PCI Express represents
the most profound change to desktop architecture in nearly a decade. PCI
Express replaces AGP, allowing much larger amounts of data to move between
the graphics card and the CPU, and will soon replace PCI expansion slots
as well. The PCI standard allows for a 32-bit bus with a maximum throughput
of 133MB/s. By contrast, PCI Express will run at 2.5GHz. PCI Express is
a two-way serial connection that carries data in packets along two pairs
of point-to-point data lines, compared to the single parallel data bus of
traditional PCI. Gamers will benefit from an incredible upgrade in video
quality with PCI Express, because it will allow for more powerful video
cards, inspiring developers to create more realistic environments that will
make games come alive with astonishingly lifelike colors and images. Video
enthusiasts will also benefit because PCI Express will accommodate higher-quality
video throughput (amount of data you can send per second). As network television
moves over to HDTV broadcasts, PCI Express positions the PC platform for
integration into the living room, while also allowing for HD video editing
and other bandwidth-intensive tasks. PCI Express is compatible with existing
PCI drivers and software operating systems and is designed to co-exist with
current PCI hardware. |
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Troubleshooting Guide
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| Having
Issues With Your PC?
Here Are Some Common Problems And Solutions!
Of course, there a thousand little things can go wrong with an average
PC. But many problems are common, and have common solutions.
Click Here to
Learn More »
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Video Card Designs
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Video Card Designs
Today's high performance video cards
enable amazing graphics, and frequently come emblazoned with high-impact
graphics, or in brilliant colors. These help to enhance the appeal of
the card. However, from time to time, manufacturers do change these
designs and colors, but this has no effect on the features, specifications,
or performance of the specific video card model, and will usually retain the
same manufacturer's model and part number. The images displayed for a
video card are based upon the sample provided by the manufacturer, and the
specific visual design you receive may vary. So remember, while the
card may look cool, it's the specs that matter! |
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Video Card Disclaimer
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Will Your
Motherboard Support the Video Card You're Purchasing? Here's the Answer...
Before you
buy - make sure your motherboard is compatible with this video card. For
example, PCI Express video cards won't work with motherboards designed
only for AGP or PCI video cards, and vice versa. Please read the specifications
carefully or call us for expert advice.
Close-Up:
PCI, AGP, and PCI-E (PCI Express)
Check
your motherboard and make sure you are purchasing the correct cardbus
type.
There are 3 types of cardbus slots currently available:
PCI, AGP, and PCI Express (PCIe 2.0 is compatible with PCIe slot)
PCI
- The most widely used I/O bus, it provides a shared data path between
the CPU and peripheral controllers, such as network, display, SCSI and
RAID cards. Though limited in terms of performance, they are considered
the best value when you upgrade your video capabilities on a PC. The PCI
interface can be found and used in nearly any motherboard.
Click
here to view our selection of PCI Cards
AGP
- The AGP slot is next in line of higher graphic performance. It was designed
especially for the throughput demands of 3-D graphics. It offers up to
8x improvement over a PCI card, is 32 bits wide and runs at 66 MHz. It
provides a direct connection between the card and memory, and only one
AGP slot is on the motherboard. The motherboard must be equipped with
an AGP bus slot for an AGP card to be compatible.(AGP 1x provided a data
transfer rate of 264 Mbytes/sec. AGP 2x is 528 Mbytes/sec. AGP 4x is 1
Gbyte/sec. AGP 8x is 2 Gbytes/sec.)
Click
here to view our selection of AGP Cards
PCI
Express - PCI Express is the newest technology that
is superior to both PCI and AGP, in terms of graphic performance. It offers
performance as much as 4x faster than the fastest AGP 8X slot. PCI Express
connections can support fast data transfer rates, which can be used to
connect high-speed devices such as high-end video cards. The slots come
in different variations and speeds, such as x1, x4, x8, and x16. Presently,
most high-end motherboards meant for design, video production, or gaming
come with PCI express slots. To use a PCI Express card, your computer
must have at least one available PCI Express slot.
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here to view our selection of PCI Express Cards
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