pci-x videocard

[farlo]

looking for a cheap videocard for my htpc. I need something on par or better than my current 9600gso, which has some leaky caps

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.

[SXRguyinMA]

I've got a 4870 if you're interested, shoot me a pm

[xr4man]

caps are cheaper than video cards. unless you can't solder well, then they make things more expensive, lol.

[farlo]

yeah i've gotten pretty good with the soldering iron, so switching the caps wouldnt be a problem.

[x88x]

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.

[farlo]

yeah i meant pci express.

the caps i need are (fz7a) 1000uf 16v, have to replace 3 of them.

[x88x]

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

[farlo]

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.

[StormRider]

If you want medium gaming, my old Diamond 4670 might work. the fan is kinda crappy, though

[farlo]

ive found a 8800gt for $50 at ascendtech