AGP->PCIe??

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I know this is probably a silly noob question, but do any type of slot conversions exist? A friend wants to buy my PCIe X1600PRO but he only has AGP slots on his mobo. Thanks for your time guys.
 
In the conversion from PCIE to AGP.

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No there aren't any such devices. Your friend either needs to look at a different card or get a new motherboard that supports PCI-e. Probably will need a new proc, that's just how these things go. And there is the possibility of having to get new ram too, all for a new video card.

Its up to him....
 
Here's a page full of AGP x1600 pro's. I'm sure there's something here that would work.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.asp?Submit=ENE&N=2010380048+1069609639+1305520549+106790809+1067918889&Subcategory=48&description=&Ntk=&srchInDesc=
 
Well that proves my point but the OP's mate wants to buy the OP's PCI-E card not buy a new card. He can either buy a diff card that's AGP, buy a new mobo, or cbf.
 
AGP's are overpriced... He wanted mine cause it's almost brand new but he'd get it for $45-50.

I didn't think that there was any kind of conversion, but thanks for clarifying it guys. Since we're both poor college students right now, he's probably just SOL.
 
He might look into a 7600GS AGP. Think they're around $100-150 on newegg.

I wanted to check the interactive video charts to compair the x1600 pro to the 7600gs, but the chart is giving me bad stream data atm.
 
No - PCIE was introduced specifically to overcome the bottlenecks inherent to the AGP8 interface as the GPU's increased in power. For this reason you'll find current low to mid range graphics cards in both AGP and PCIE versions but the higher end stuff is exclusively PCIE. Its like putting a souped up engine in a Pinto - add 10% and the existing gearbox and chassis might take it but drop a 1000HP engine in and you'd need a new gearbox, drivetrain and chassis to handle the power from the engine.
 
No - PCIE was introduced specifically to overcome the bottlenecks inherent to the AGP8 interface as the GPU's increased in power. For this reason you'll find current low to mid range graphics cards in both AGP and PCIE versions but the higher end stuff is exclusively PCIE. Its like putting a souped up engine in a Pinto - add 10% and the existing gearbox and chassis might take it but drop a 1000HP engine in and you'd need a new gearbox, drivetrain and chassis to handle the power from the engine.
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Very good way to put it Steve. :)
 
He might look into a 7600GS AGP. Think they're around $100-150 on newegg.

I wanted to check the interactive video charts to compair the x1600 pro to the 7600gs, but the chart is giving me bad stream data atm.
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The 7600GS would be better than an X1600pro. The X1650pro at stock is about the same as a 7600GS.
 
No - PCIE was introduced specifically to overcome the bottlenecks inherent to the AGP8 interface as the GPU's increased in power. For this reason you'll find current low to mid range graphics cards in both AGP and PCIE versions but the higher end stuff is exclusively PCIE. Its like putting a souped up engine in a Pinto - add 10% and the existing gearbox and chassis might take it but drop a 1000HP engine in and you'd need a new gearbox, drivetrain and chassis to handle the power from the engine.
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Not to repete what StrangerStranger said but:
You should loook up PCI-E and why it was introduced as a replacement for PCI and AGP. IT was not do to bandwith issues, and i dont believe even current cards (8800 even) dont excede the bandwith of AGP 8x.

Besides, AGP 4.0 is around the corner. 5x faster then PCI-e. Required a RISC procesor though. .... .LONG LIVE TEH RISC.
 
He is out of luck as there is no conversion from PCIe to AGP. If he goes the route of change the mobo he will like run into additional costs for new proc, ram, etc. Just easier to spend a bit extra & get an AGP card or stay put & stick the money to be used on the side & start socking it away for a sys upgrade
 
You are really stretching your point by using a Pinto in your weak example.

And yes, what the others have said goes. 8X AGP is not saturated by any reasonable measurement. PCIe was to be the panacea for all peripheral devices, not just video cards. Yes SLI/Crossfire is nice....for those with $$$ to burn. But the maybe with PCIe 2.0 will those benefits finally arrive for all devices (ie sound cards).
 
No - PCIE was introduced specifically to overcome the bottlenecks inherent to the AGP8 interface as the GPU's increased in power. For this reason you'll find current low to mid range graphics cards in both AGP and PCIE versions but the higher end stuff is exclusively PCIE. Its like putting a souped up engine in a Pinto - add 10% and the existing gearbox and chassis might take it but drop a 1000HP engine in and you'd need a new gearbox, drivetrain and chassis to handle the power from the engine.
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Let's try dropping it in my corola! haha
 
Actualy, the Pinto is one if the greatest cars of our time. Dont insult the best American sports car to ever drive the streets.
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Classic pocket rocket
Heck, its rear drive and supports a small block V8 quite well. Power to weight ratio would be great. Just like with the classic VW bug. 😀
OT
Drag racers would run away in fear of losing their pink slips. :lol:
 
No - PCIE was introduced specifically to overcome the bottlenecks inherent to the AGP8 interface as the GPU's increased in power. For this reason you'll find current low to mid range graphics cards in both AGP and PCIE versions but the higher end stuff is exclusively PCIE. Its like putting a souped up engine in a Pinto - add 10% and the existing gearbox and chassis might take it but drop a 1000HP engine in and you'd need a new gearbox, drivetrain and chassis to handle the power from the engine.
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That's incorrect.
 
No - PCIE was introduced specifically to overcome the bottlenecks inherent to the AGP8 interface as the GPU's increased in power. For this reason you'll find current low to mid range graphics cards in both AGP and PCIE versions but the higher end stuff is exclusively PCIE. Its like putting a souped up engine in a Pinto - add 10% and the existing gearbox and chassis might take it but drop a 1000HP engine in and you'd need a new gearbox, drivetrain and chassis to handle the power from the engine.
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That's incorrect.


Eh no its not even close to correct. Moving everything to a single buss that takes away the massive limitations of hte odl PCI buss is alot more accurate though vague. PCI - e was not made with graphics only in mind it was made with everything you plug into a computer in mind. It just so happens itss also fast enough for video as well.
 
They "exist", but you really can't find any to buy, and they require a half height card, limiting your choices drastically. It's cheaper to get a new motherboard.
 
Its like putting a souped up engine in a Pinto - add 10% and the existing gearbox and chassis might take it but drop a 1000HP engine in and you'd need a new gearbox, drivetrain and chassis to handle the power from the engine.
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Why would you need to put a 1,000 horse power engine in a Pinto when a good 400hp 2.3T will get you into the 11's with a pinto? :? Besides, the C4 automatic is a pretty damn good tranny, mind you.
 
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