Is this video card compatible with my pc?

I have found a pretty good video card, but I'm not sure if it's compatible with my computer.
The video card is XFX GF9800GTX

I'm upgrading from a gefore 7300GS

You can see some system specs here:
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Sorry about it's German. If you have any questions, please ask

well compatibility will rest on whether or not your pc has a pci express x16 slot, if the card will physically fit in the computer, and if your power supply is strong enough to drive a higher end card.

According to your link your motherboard is a gigabyte GA-8I945PE which is an OEM board and not on the gigabyte website. Being a 945PE chipset it should have a pci express x16 slot, as your current card (7300gs) is a rather common pci express video card. To verify, just pop open the case and see if there is a pci express x16 slot, which should look like this, the pci express x16 slot is on the far left, and is the long green slot. The color can vary.

As for the remaining two things, the 9800 GTX is 10.5in long and can consume a rated maximum of 150w, though typical power consumption will be much lower. But verify that your power supply is strong enough. Your current processor is a power hog so if you have anything less than a 400w I would be cautious. You may also want to look for a 9800 GTX + which is the recently released replacement for the 9800 GTX, utilizing a 55nm G92 graphics processor (9800 GTX uses a 65nm G92), so it is a little bit faster, runs a bit cooler, and uses less power.

hope that helps.

That was a lot of information.

I opened the case and took a picture which you can see here:
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The card in the center is my 7300GS.

If it wont fit, I can easily move the hard drive.

And for the power supply. Where exactly can I find the strength of my power supply? I'll give you all the information I can, as long as you can tell me if it's compatible.

on the side of the psu could be on either side there should be a sticker stating the voltages and ratings and whats and amps and all that fun stuff. Try and take a picture of it and post it.


As for the card itself did you already buy the card? because if not may l suggest a hd4850 from ati. its cheaper and can hold its own against 600dollar offerings from nvidia

First I want to make sure the power supply is ok.

It says: "(+3.3V & +5V = 152W Max), Total output continuous shall not exceed 400watts"

Is that ok?

If you dont think so, take a look at this page: alternate.de/html/categoryListing.html?group=manufacturerName&cat1=9&cat2=256&cat3=000&&tn=HARDWARE&l1=Grafik&l2=Karten+PCIe&l3=NVIDIA&
It's the only site I can buy graphic cards online, since I live in Luxembourg (a tiny country) The price should be between 100 and 150€ (the one I chose was 163)

I just need a good video card for gaming.

Sorry, but this is getting very confusing

My 9800GTX has 2 x 6pin power connectors which I think is common for these cards.

This means if your power supply does not have these (newer and better ones do) they will need to be plugged in via an adapter to 4 spare disk plugs (2 for each 6 pin pluG), make sure it comes with the card if you do not have the 6 pin connectors on the PSU.

I have a 400W power supply and it seems to be OK, but it is on my list of things to upgrade since it is probably near it's limit.

So my power supply is good enough?

You can see all the details about the card here:

(Either use a translator if you don't understand, or ask me)

I need to know whether it will fit, or not =/

EDIT: I've got some more of my computer specs:

Question, if you told us to "ask you" to translate, why did you not put the forethought in to translate yourself?

I am also not seeing specs for your PSU anywhere, knowing the little bit of german that I do - which is what we asked for. We already know that your motherboard will support the card - we just need to know if your power supply is up to the challenge.

Not to be an ass, but please provide requested info if you want a straight answer.

Thank you for that not so complicated answer

I have taken a picture of the sticker on the PSU. I think you're better to make out what it says than me (sorry, it's a little blurry):
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Sorry for not giving the right information, but I'm really trying to do my best.

Your power supply is a Fortron 400W Power Supply. In case you need it here is a link to their site http://www.fsp-group.com.tw/europe/...id=52&proid=362

Tip for future - try not to get the flash reflection on the brand name, was not a problem in this situation.

So the power supply will cope, but according to the drawing it does not have the 2 x 6 pin plugs needed and it does not have enough disk drive connectors to use 4 of them for the adapter cables you will need to use. You will get away with only using 2 or three of the plugs and leave the other unconnected in the short term. Chances are over time it will burn out the connector, so you should look at getting a newer power supply, the better ones come with the 6 pin plugs for the video card.

If you go with the ATI card it does not need as many power connectors (I think it ony has 1 6 pin connector - which you will need an adapter for if it does not come with the card).

Thank you

If I stick with the NVIDIA, i guess I need a new PSU.

I've found a cheap one called "Sharkoon SilentStorm 120 600W (2x PCIe, black)"

If I buy it, will the nvidia work 100% on my computer?