TAILIEUCHUNG - Simple Computer Tune-up: Speed Up Your PC- P36

Simple Computer Tune-up: Speed Up Your PC- P36: As more and more software becomes available and computers increase in complexity, problems with performance are cer- tain to arise. If your PC is misbehaving, don’t let it ruin your book explains how to make the best out of your PC by using PC Pitstop Optimize, which cures many PC “sicknesses” with- out the need for upgrading or replacing your existing PC. | Chapter 12 Analyze Your PC 157 Determine the Video Card s Interface If you want to upgrade to a more powerful video card or replace one that has broken you need to know what type of interface it uses to connect to your computer. 1. Look for information in the owner s manual or documents that came with your computer. If they are not helpful or if you have misplaced them you can inspect the hardware inside your computer to determine which video-card interface you have. 2. Turn off your computer and unplug it from all electrical outlets. This will prevent you from receiving a serious electrical shock and will protect the computer from being damaged. 3. Remove the computer s cover. 4. Locate your video card by following the thick cable that goes from your monitor to the back of your computer. After you have pinpointed your video card you need to figure out which interface it uses. Here are the three types PCI This is the traditional interface that has existed in computers for well over a decade. It is used to connect multiple types of hardware such as video cards sound cards modems and more. Usually it has a beige-colored slot that is approximately inches wide. Also most computers have several PCI slots that are stacked in a vertical or horizontal row. So if you see a group of slots neatly lined up those are probably PCI slots. AGP This interface is used for modern high-speed video cards. Often it has a brown- or black-colored slot that is nearly 4 inches wide. Most computers have only one AGP slot. PCI Express PCIe This cutting-edge interface is beginning to appear in new computers. Its slots are noticeably smaller than those belonging to the old-fashioned PCI interface. Unless your computer was made in the past year or so it is unlikely you have PCI Express. 13 UPGRADE YOUR PC After using CA s PC Pitstop Optimize software and deciding you need to upgrade your PC read this chapter to understand how what to upgrade and how to get through the process without any .

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