Change of graphic card  


  1. Posts : 3
    Windows 7 64
       #1

    Change of graphic card



    Hi.
    I know that to change the Graphics Card, we have to remove(uninstall) the previous drivers, replace the Card, and re-install the new drivers.
    My (silly) question is:
    If I replace a Nvidia GeForce 8800GTX with a GeForce GTX285, using the same drivers, do I need to follow the uninstall/re-install sequence?
    Thanks.
    Jose
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  2. Posts : 8,375
    W7 Ultimate x64/W10 Pro x64/W11 Pro Triple Boot - Main PC W7 Remote PC Micro ATX W7 Pro x64/W11 Pro
       #2

    Look at the release notes for the last or latest update you went with. That will usually show the models supported. It wouldn't hurt to remove and then go for the latest for the GTX285 or leave the present ones on since the update site shows both cards use the same anyways. GeForce Release 181
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  3. Posts : 3
    Windows 7 64
    Thread Starter
       #3

    :)
    Thanks.
    I'm using GeForce Release 181, my drivers are up to date.
    I will go for a direct Card replacement.
    Thanks a lot.
    Jose
      My Computer


  4. Posts : 362
    Windows 7 Professional 32-bit
       #4

    Ive got a good graphics card you might want it's the NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT
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  5. Posts : 8,375
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       #5

    Good Grief! I think you missed the ball since you dug up this old thread by 4 months already!

    Since the OP never added anything further I would assume he was already set back in March.
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