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pci-x videocard
looking for a cheap videocard for my htpc. I need something on par or better than my current 9600gso, which has some leaky caps :hurt:
id like something maybe in the range of a ati 5550/5570 or geforce 240. it'll be handling hd content and light gaming.
if i cant find a videocard, maybe i can look up the caps and replace them.
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Re: pci-x videocard
I've got a 4870 if you're interested, shoot me a pm
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caps are cheaper than video cards. unless you can't solder well, then they make things more expensive, lol.
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yeah i've gotten pretty good with the soldering iron, so switching the caps wouldnt be a problem.
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Just for clarification, you're looking for a PCI-E card, not a PCI-X card, yes?
BTW, if you do try replacing the caps, make sure you have a higher-powered iron. I've found most quality electronics manufacturers use high-temp solder on their boards, so small (20-30W) irons take a really long time to get components off..if they get them off at all.. I have a cheap little 40W desoldering iron that I picked up at Radio Shack for, iirc, ~$10-15 that works well for me.
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yeah i meant pci express.
the caps i need are (fz7a) 1000uf 16v, have to replace 3 of them.
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I think I have some of those rattling around at home. I can take a look tonight if you like. ..or you could just pick up a few of these. ;)
http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/...o0lRsbPQ%3d%3d
EDIT:
Or this:
http://www.goldmine-elec-products.co...?number=G17232
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ill probably buy a few and repair the card to keep as a backup, still wanna find one that'll be a little better for light gaming.
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If you want medium gaming, my old Diamond 4670 might work. the fan is kinda crappy, though
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ive found a 8800gt for $50 at ascendtech