Guide for Selecting a Discrete Video Card

[Mr-LogiCkal]

Hi.. I need to know whether the graphics card "Asus STrix-GTX960-DC20C-4GD5- Graphic card" will correctly fit on my system "HP Pavilion 500-222ix" having micro-atx Memphis S motherboard. It is a double slot video card and I am sure it will fit nice and easy, but kindly confirm so that I can go ahead and purchase it.

[old_geekster · Accepted solution]

@Mr-LogiCkal, welcome to the forum.

If this is the video card that you want to buy, it should fit without any problems.  It is only 8.47" in length.  However, it will require a power supply unit (PSU) upgrade, also.  The PSU in the computer is only 300W and doesn't have the additional power cable (Power Consumption: up to 150W -1 additional 6 pin PCIe power required) required by the card.  I like Corsair products and recommend at least 500W; 600W would be even better.  A modular PSU is good for smaller cases.  This allows you to  use only the cables that are absolutely necessary, creating better airflow.

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[Mr-LogiCkal]

Thanx a ton @ old_geekster for the prompt reply. And yes, I also need a PSU upgrade. If you could suggest some "points to look out" in a PSU for my system, then that would really be beneficial, as I am about to purchase both the products this weekend.

[old_geekster]

You are very welcome, @Mr-LogiCkal!  I am always glad to help.

Here is the information on a PSU that I posted in my previous post:

"I like Corsair products and recommend at least 500W; 600W would be even better.  A modular PSU is good for smaller cases.  This allows you to  use only the cables that are absolutely necessary, creating better airflow."

Also, make certain that the PSU has the appropriate power cables for the video card.  If you need more information, please let me know.