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Graphics card for Pavilion Slimline s3614uk (1678 Views)
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Graphics card for Pavilion Slimline s3614uk

‎09-19-2009 05:34 AM

Hello, I'm looking to install a better graphics adapter than the one that is integrated to the mainboard. After some searching I know I will need a low profile card but this is my problem. During my searching I read that the power supply in the Pavilion Slim line is not upto the task, it's only 160W, I also hear that HP recommends that I install a card with a 25W max requirement. Is this accurate?

 

If this is so would it be possible to install a Nvidia GeForce 8400 GS, on the wiki page for that series it states that the GS model runs at 25W, any help or input would be welcome.

 

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‎09-19-2009 03:03 PM - edited ‎09-19-2009 04:57 PM

Allan, the problem with the Slimline models is the PSU.  As you stated, yours is 160W.  This simply isn't enough for any of the newer cards.  The 8400 GS requires a minimum of 300W.  It may fit into the case, but it won't run.  The Slimline models simply are not meant to be upgraded.
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Re: Graphics card for Pavilion Slimline s3614uk

‎01-20-2010 04:41 PM

Hola amigo, pero que me dices de la información que viene en la pagina http://www.nvidia.es/object/geforce_8400_gs_faq_es.html donde en la antepenúltima pregunta dice....

P: ¿Qué requisitos de potencia tendrán las tarjetas gráficas GeForce 8400 GS?
R: Tienen un consumo máximo de 71 vatios.

 

O sea no necesitan los 300 watts que mencionas. Cual es lo correcto.

 

Saludos.

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