HP Slimline Compatible Graphics Cards

[malikyewallace]

I would like to upgrade to a dedicated graphics card. I am unsure how to determine which cards are compatible with the Lubin motherboard in my PC. I know I have a PCI-e x16 slot available, and my power supply is only 180 W so I probably will need to upgrade that. I need a minimum of 2GB of video RAM. Can anyone tell me which cards are compatible, or how to determine compatibility with my system?

Thank you

[old_geekster]

@malikyewallace , welcome to the forum.

Unfortunately, it is very difficult to know which video cards will fit properly into a slimline case.  However, I believe that a low-profile card will be best.

Here is a page from Newegg.com with several low-profile cards that should match your needs.  I suggest choosing one of them and contacting the manufacturer's Tech Support to make certain it is compatible.  It is imperative that there is enough space to allow for good airflow.  You should measure from the Back I/O ports to the front of the case and compare this measurement to the card that you choose.

I like Corsair and Seasonic power supply units (PSU).  Seasonic actually makes some of Corsair's PSU's.  You should measure the space where the PSU will be installed to assure that the one you choose will fit.  I recommend at least 100W to 150W beyond the manufacturer of the video cards stated requirements for power.  This will not be a problem since the PSU doesn't provide power that isn't need by the system.

Note:  Before you order any product, I would appreciate it if you would provide me with the two measurements that I told you to measure.  I don't want you to buy a component that has to be returned.  The seller will normally pay for shipment to you, but you pay to return the component.

[wb2001]

@old_geekster,

Interesting and a total lack of follow-up.

OP only posted it, and never returns.