Intergrated Graphics cards

[Esckey]

So my new computer came with a vidcard built into the motherboard. Any idea how to switch over to a store bought one?

 

[3 EMS]

Put the new card into its slot. In your computer's BIOS should be an option that lets you select between on-board and PEG graphics. The PEG means PCI-e slot card. When your computer boots up load the drivers.

The manufacturer's website should have specific(for your computer) instructions for disabling on board graphics. There's really not a whole lot to it. This works for desktops though.

 

[Genocidicbunny]

Actually, you dont even really need to do the BIOS step. most computers automatically use the expansion slot cards. Just make sure you get the right type of card: PCI >PCI, AGP>AGP, PCIe>PCIe ( and in some rare cases PCI > PCIx and PCIx>PCIx)

 

[Esckey]

And if the card doesn'twork how would I turn the intergrated vid card back on? The user manual doesn't say anything, or maybe I skimmed it to quickly

 

[Genocidicbunny]

just unplug the card that does work, and the integrated should kick in. If it doesnt, just reinstall the drivers for it and uninstall the drivers for the add-on one.