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Alaron · 12-05-2006, 08:13 PM

Crucial guarantees compatible RAM for name brand systems. Here is the link for your system: http://www.crucial.com/store/listpar...Dimension+5150 I would get at least another 512MB.

According to Dell, your system is a Dimension 5150. (The DM051 is the BIOS string ID). And according to the 5150's technical specs, you have a free PCI-Express slot and a 305W power supply. Unfortunately 305w doesn't give you too much head room for a very powerful video card, but Dell power supplies are usually high quality, so you can still get one. (Dell's spec link for anyone interested: http://support.dell.com/support/edoc....htm#wp1052310 )

I don't know your budget, but I'll keep it low. Take a look at this card:
Radeon X1300Pro: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814127193

12-05-2006, 08:13 PM	#7
Alaron Kickin' it Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: USA Posts: 7,724	Crucial guarantees compatible RAM for name brand systems. Here is the link for your system: http://www.crucial.com/store/listpar...Dimension+5150 I would get at least another 512MB. According to Dell, your system is a Dimension 5150. (The DM051 is the BIOS string ID). And according to the 5150's technical specs, you have a free PCI-Express slot and a 305W power supply. Unfortunately 305w doesn't give you too much head room for a very powerful video card, but Dell power supplies are usually high quality, so you can still get one. (Dell's spec link for anyone interested: http://support.dell.com/support/edoc....htm#wp1052310 ) I don't know your budget, but I'll keep it low. Take a look at this card: Radeon X1300Pro: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814127193 __________________ Fold for PCMech: Team 13761