Sue--
I got a two channel Video card (NVIDIA) from TigerDirect, for a very
reasonable price. It is not a high-memory "Gamer" card, but it came with
HMDI-VGA adapters, and was a snap to install.
Once you use a Two-Monitor setup, you will never want to go back.
Bill--W4BSG
----- Original Message -----
From: "Sue" <whichsue@yahoo.ca>
To: <simplycomputers2@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2011 12:04 PM
Subject: [Simply Computers] Re: Please help me understand this NVIDIA
GeForce 6150SE graphics GPU's capabilities
> Vincent, thanks for the info. I primarily got the monitor to replace a
> failing 20 year old one. Had thought my eyes were going before I realized
> it was the monitor!! Wanted to have side by side windows for the TV Guide
> and WordPerfect so I could type the programs without constantly switching
> windows. It is clear enough for me now and I think with the proper
> resolution and Windows7 should be better. When finances allow I'll look
> into the other video card.
>
> Sue
>
> --- In simplycomputers2@yahoogroups.com, "vincentwinterling"
> <vwinterling@...> wrote:
>>
>> The computer does not have a DVI port for your monitor. I'm sure you can
>> run your monitor on the VGA but it seems a waste. You can get an adapter
>> DVE-VGA to help you. You could get a competent video card for about
>> $30-$50 USD.
>>
>> --- In simplycomputers2@yahoogroups.com, "Sue" <whichsue@> wrote:
>> >
>> > I have been thinking about buying this computer for weeks. It keeps
>> > getting cheaper and something keeps me from buying it. Am a BIG
>> > believer in ESP and so kept researching all the components in the box.
>> > They are not selling, hence the constant sales. This week it is $70.00
>> > off and for $328.86 Canadian sounds like a good deal. But the Video
>> > GPU on the motherboard seems to be a bit strange... The box is too
>> > small to install a separate card and I have found comments from gamers
>> > about it's limitations and fails. Below I have added the systems specs
>> > and two write ups from a UK based site about the GPU.
>> >
>> > Please explain to me if this would fully support my new, Acer S230HL bd
>> > 23" widescreen monitor that wants 1920 X 1080 resolution. It is a HD
>> > monitor and can use either HDMI or VGA cable. Current XP system doesn't
>> > have that resolution so everything is stretched wide - no wide
>> > resolution settings currently available to me on my XP system.
>> >
>> > The computer has DDR3 Ram, but the write up seems to say the GPU
>> > supports DDR2 Ram, no mention of DDR3. Write up also says it doesn't
>> > support HD video playback, mentions 32bit but not 64bit. All the other
>> > computers for sale now have 64 bit Windows7 installed.
>> >
>> > See my confusion? Am I right in thinking the GPU is the weak link in
>> > the system? Am I also right thinking it does not support 64 bit
>> > software? Would there be a conflict with the DDR3 RAM? I'm not a
>> > gamer, just surf the net, email, use WordPerfect, join groups and would
>> > like to watch UTube videos if possible. Also hoping to have a website
>> > to sell my jewellery so need to be able to upload photos etc. Will have
>> > DSL connection for the new system.
>> >
>> > I wanted to email ACER to ask them, seemed the simplest solution, but
>> > couldn't find a way of contacting them, seems you can only ask
>> > questions after purchasing the product. This computer does not appear
>> > on their website and is only sold in Canada for some reason.
>> > Salespeople at the store selling the system are not helpful either.
>> >
>> > Hoping you can help me.
>> > Sue
>> >
>> > System...
>> > ACER 3.2GHz AMD Athlon II X3 450 processor; 1.5MB total Cache
>> > * 4GB system memory
>> > * 1TB SATA hard drive
>> > * 16x DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti Drive
>> > * Windows 7 Home Premium
>> > * Integrated NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE Graphics
>> > * High-definition audio with 5.1-channel audio support
>> > * Gigabit Ethernet LAN and Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n
>> > * Multi-in-one card reader
>> > * Ports include 6 x USB 2.0
>> > * Dimensions: 10.5"(H) x 4"(W) x 13.9"(D)
>> > * 1-year limited warranty
>> >
>> >
>> > * Included in the Box: Acer AX1420-ES20P Desktop
>> > * Power cord
>> > * Keyboard
>> > * Mouse
>> > * Setup Poster
>> > * Warranty Card
>> >
>> > Specifications
>> > Processor 3.2GHz AMD Athlon II X3 450
>> > Memory 4GB
>> > Memory Type DDR3
>> > Maximum Memory Supported Not Avail.
>> > Hard Drive 1TB SATA
>> > Hard Drive Speed Not Avail.
>> > CD-DVD Drive 16x DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti Drive
>> > Blu-ray Drive No
>> > Operating System Windows 7 Home Premium
>> > Ethernet LAN Gigabit
>> > Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n
>> > Bluetooth No
>> > Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE Graphics
>> > # of USB Slots 6
>> > Media Card Reader Multi-in-one: SD, MS, MS Pro, MMC, xD-Pic
>> > Ports VGA, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45
>> > Other Features Includes USB Keyboard and Optical Mouse
>> > Energy Star Qualified Not Avail.
>> > Dimensions 10.5"(H) x 4"(W) x 13.9"(D)
>> > Weight 12 lb.
>> > Warranty 1-Year limited
>> >
>> >
>> > Write-ups...
>> >
>> >
>> > The NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE is one of the entries of NVIDIA's sixth
>> > iteration of the PC gaming-oriented GeForce graphics processing unit
>> > (GPU) brand. The 6150 SE was an updated, single-chip version of the
>> > 6100.
>> >
>> > Video
>> > With VGA support, the NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE was among the first GPUs
>> > in the industry to sport Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Shader Model 3.0
>> > capability for multimedia processes. It also featured NVIDIA's
>> > PureVideo for transferring video decoding and post-processing from the
>> > computer's central processing unit, or CPU.
>> >
>> > Audio
>> > The NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE offered high-definition audio support for
>> > computers. It was rated at 192 kilohertz /32-bit quality for eight
>> > channels.
>> >
>> > Connectivity and Ports
>> > The NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE enabled Internet connectivity with 10/100
>> > Mb/s (megabits per second) Ethernet network interface. It also had a
>> > plug-and-play interface with eight USB 1.1 or 2.0 ports, although the
>> > GPUs manufactured after August 2006 had ten of them.
>> >
>> >
>> > Read more: Specification for an NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE | eHow.co.uk
>> > http://www.ehow.co.uk/facts_6832291_specification-nvidia-geforce-6150-se.html#ixzz1Zdq9k3ju
>> >
>> > Also found this, think it says it doesn't support HD monitors???
>> >
>> >
>> > Compatibility
>> > The 6150 SE integrated into motherboards that utilize the AMD Athlon 64
>> > X2 and the Athlon 64 Sempron. It supports DDR and DDR2 memory. DDR2 is
>> > only available if the motherboard is built with an AM2 socket for the
>> > processor. The 6150 SE motherboard can also be equipped with a PCI-E
>> > 16x expansion slot for a standalone card to be added.
>> >
>> > GPU
>> > The 6150 SE has a core clock speed of 425 MHz. It supports DirectX 9.0
>> > and Shader Model 3.0. The 6150 SE provides full support for OpenGL 1.5
>> > applications. The 6150 SE also utilizes NVidia's PureVideo technology.
>> > PureVideo enhances video with smoother playback and more accurate
>> > color.
>> >
>> > Limitations
>> > The 6150 SE does not support any version of DirectX past 10.0 or Shader
>> > Models past 3.0. The integrated GPU also does not offer HD video
>> > playback. Finally, the 6150 SE does not provide support for multiple
>> > monitor displays. These limitations can only be overcome by installing
>> > a standalone graphics card that supports these features.
>> >
>> >
>> > Read more: Specs for the GeForce 6150SE | eHow.co.uk
>> > http://www.ehow.co.uk/facts_7579760_specs-geforce-6150se.html#ixzz1ZdvDQG4u
>> >
>>
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