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Peteb_33
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Can anyone advise me on any hardware that will speed up my system, I'm currently running dell 5150 2.8GH, 1GB but could do with a bit more zip, any help would be appreciated!
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maxping__
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What do you use the pc for?
For a start you could double the RAM then if its for gaming get a better graphics card , depending on the motherboard you may be able to put a faster cpu in .
We need more details mate motherboard name number e.t.c.
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Peteb_33
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Thanks for the response, do you know where I coud get the these details from..?
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Peteb_33
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Hi I found this info if it helps.. http://support.euro.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/dim5150/en/sm/specs0.htm#wp1052310
I use it for moderate gaming, a lot of work from home stuff and basicly a family pc cheers.
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maxping__
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You could add more ram though i run my PC with 1GB and its fine.
I think the biggest improvement you could make is to put a new graphics card in as its using Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 (GMA950).
The problem is most new vid cards require power from the psu and your supply is only rated at 305W.
This may be up to the job but i don't think it will cut it to be honest.
You would probably be better off replacing the psu at the same time , its easy to do only 4 screws.
If you decide to go for a new psu do not buy the cheapest you can find they are unreliable go for a name brand like Antec.
I have just put one of these in my PC it had separate rails for the motherboard and CPU and a great reputation. http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/product/90615
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Peteb_33
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So I need Antec TruePower II 480W PSU, and a new graphics card, im currently using g-force 7500e.. i take it this is no good too?
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Are you sure its not an ATI 7500 i cannot find a GF 7500e?
Is it a GF 7500LE?
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Peteb_33
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Apparently when i ordered the pc the ati was the stock card but had ran out so they up graded to gforce FOC..?
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sorry could be the LE, Think this replaced an earlier version..?
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To be honest i cant find any benchmarks on it but if its a few years old it will not be up to the job?
How long have you had it?
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Peteb_33
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bout 2 months or so now.
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Can you do me a favour and run Everest and tell me what the name of your video card is?
nVidia do the 7 series which is the latest series out there, however there isn't a 7500.
Everest is in my sig, if you don't have it, download and install then run, click on display and then PCI / AGP and tell us the result you get in the main window, also provide a screen shot.
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sorry could be the LE, Think this replaced an earlier version..?
Download this http://www.overclockersclub.com/downloadcenter/download.php?action=file&id=14 run it and let me know the final score.
Don't worry its the 2001 version i am suggesting this so i can compare it to my results.
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Peteb_33
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Hi Bud, results as follows:
System Info Version: 2.2
Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP
Processors: 2 x Intel PentiumŪ 4 @ 2.79 GHz
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 7300 LE
Total Physical Memory: 1022 MB
Free Physical Memory: 595.29 MB
Motherboard Manufacturer: Dell Inc.
Motherboard Model: 0HJ054
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Read the review below mate it basically says the cards no good for gaming.
You will have to let us know how much you want to spend and then decide if you want to take the risk of not upgrading the psu when you upgrade the graphics card if thats what you decide to do.
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The 7300 LE is the latest addition to Nvidia's entry-level range. As it's essentially an under-clocked 7300 GS, its performance is too poor to recommend it as a gaming card. With its 450MHz core clock and 256MB of 333MHz memory, we saw unplayable frame rates even at 1,024 x 768 in both test games - 15fps in Call of Duty 2 and 13fps in Far Cry - and it isn't exactly overflowing with features either.
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You could look at sticking in some more RAM to give you some extra boost. Are you a gamer? If not it doesn't matter how poor your graphics card performs. If you had a better card, you might've not been believed.
What you got to be careful with is ,upgrading a Dell machine.
Check the size (in terms of actual measurements) of the PSU before you go out and buy a new one, as they have a habit of changing the "normal" sizes of PSU's for some unknown reason.
You could also look at the XP Forum and check the stickies created by putasolutions as turning off unrequired services can help your system speed.
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Pete,
What software utilities are you using to optimize performance?
You may wish to trial Tuneup Utilities 2006 and programmes such as Registry Mechanic if you dont already use them. Both are very good programmes that I also used on my Dell to keep it tip top.
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Peteb_33
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Cheers bubby, one last thing, would i need to put in a completely new 2GB OF ram in or could i slot in another 1GB next my exsisting 1GB to double up
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/KINGSTON-2GB-PC2-4...2QQcmdZViewItem
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http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?V...A%3AIT&rd=1
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cheers ace! v-helpful
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If you have a spare slot just put a new 1GB stick in.
If your existing 1GB is made up of 2 sticks then you will need to get both 1GB sticks.
What are you upgrading the PC for is it for gaming?
If its not for running modern games you do not need 2 GB of ram you will just be wasting your money and you will not see any performance increase.
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Peteb_33
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Was adding ram as this what was recm'd previously, I'm realy after a bit more zip from my system, but cant see how this would..
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Was adding ram as this what was rec'd previously, I'm realy after a bit more zip from my system, but cant see how this would..
Mate do not waste your money you will not see any increase in performance , the only time you would need 2GB of ram was if you were using the PC for the most recent games or video editing e.t.c.
I only have 1GB of ram in my pc and i use it for gaming and its fine , you do not need more than 1 GB of ram save yourself some money.
You would probably be better off getting the fastest CPU the motherboard will take if it hasn't already got the fastest.
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Peteb_33
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Sounds logical, would you know how I'd find out which would be the fastest please..?
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You would have to post the motherboard details mate.
If you don't know them download this install and run it it will tell you - http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html
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Peteb_33
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Think this is correct
Board: Dell Inc. 0HJ054
Serial Number: ..CN6986162O1368.
Bus Clock: 800 megahertz
BIOS: Dell Inc. A04 02/03/2006
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maxping__
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Cannot find much info probably best to email dell and ask them.
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