Is there any problem installing a AGP 8X video card in a PC with the motherboard only support 4X interface?

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hlee - 19 May 2004 21:01 GMT

Hi

Is there any problem installing a AGP 8X video card in a PC with the motherboard only support 4X interface speed?

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Jim Macklin - 19 May 2004 21:21 GMT

Normally none, but why not check the two places that have
accurate data, the mobo makers and video maker's web
sites/manuals.

Be aware it will only run a 4x speed.

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Bob Willard - 19 May 2004 22:30 GMT

> Hi,
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> Is there any problem installing a AGP 8X video card in a PC with the motherboard only support 4X interface speed?

The speed difference is not a problem, since the AGP card will sense that
the MB is only good for 4X and will downshift accordingly.

But read the specs for the AGP card and the MB to make sure they are
compatible w.r.t voltage. Smoke is a bad thing.

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hlee - 20 May 2004 01:41 GMT

Thanks.

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