My graphics car does not work.

[Jamilha]

I don't know, at this point, if it is because I need another computer, or someone is using my information to keep me "in need" of information.
Regardless of what...
I can't get my video card to work. All of a sudden, my computer is not working on the basic functions.
First..
It was my voice and audio. NOW? It's my video card.
DUDE.
I'm done.
Can someone help me, with this aggravating, washed up, refurbished, piece of S***?!
I have an Optiplex 780.

 

[Jamilha]

This is what the report said:
"Result: Passed The diagnostic scan didn’t find any errors, but there are still things we can try to solve your problem. In the Recommended section below, you’ll find our recommended next steps.

System Checkup Scan by IOLO

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Download IOLO Checkup Tool".
So I downloaded the tool they suggested and we will see what happens. BTW? Thanks for coming to my rescue Kisi..
Hugs.

 

[Jamilha]

I'm much better now. I read what you posted, and I was referring to this account. My password for this account is not valid, I tried clicking on "forgot password" and still nothing in my inbox.

If you mean Tomshardware, there is problem occurring now with the site, just hit refresh in your browser, should go away.

 

[Jamilha]

Yup.. That's what I meant..

 

[Jamilha]

Cable or DSL
Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8. When I used to run RLC, windows would always try to change the color sceem back to basic, because it couldn't handle the Aero setting. I think I said that right.. maybe not, but I hope that you understand what I mean.
CPU with SSE2 support, including Intel Pentium 4, Pentium M, Core or Atom, AMD Athlon 64 or later.
1 GB or more
1024x768 pixels
NVIDIA GeForce 6600 or better
OR ATI Radeon 9500 or better
OR Intel 945 chipset
These are just the very minimum requirements for Second life..
Where do you think I am going wrong in this?

 

[Kisianik]

Those (you mentioned) are MINIMUM system requirements for Second Life virtual world. Now I got it, your video can not support it.

Let see what you have VS what you need. I would have to digg into previous post and PM to find all info.

First I will list what needed, second what you have. Underscore will mean PASS, bold will mean FAIL.

CPU
CPU with SSE2 support, including Intel Pentium 4, Pentium M, Core or Atom, AMD Athlon 64 or later. - Dual-Core CPU E5300@2.60GHz

Memory, first read this

the Viewer can take up considerable RAM (easily over 1GB by itself if you stay inworld for awhile) verify this

1 GB minimum, 3 GB Recommended - you have only 1GB, not good enough - you might be able to play for a short period of time with all other programs (like Internet browsers and etc) turned off only. If you start Internet Browser while in Second life, your PC or Second Life, would crash.

Video Card.

NVIDIA GeForce 6600 or better
OR ATI Radeon 9500 or better
OR Intel 945 chipset

You have Intel GMA 4500, which is embedded or integrated video chip and it is right below (almost pass) the requirements. Also, you stated issues with AERO, this is also video card related.

So, for enjoyable Second Life you need video card upgrade and memory upgrade. We talked about memory so 1 stick of this is needed http://www.crucial.com/usa/en/optiplex-780-mini-tower/CT5509175, better 2, but if money are tight, one will do. This will bring memory to 3GB in Total and will PASS.

Video. Low Profile cheap but good.

Difficult task for around $50, cheaper can not go.

GIGABYTE GeForce GT 720

PLUS you need to get SAPPHIRE 14-999-201 DVI to VGA adapter because, when low profile bracket are installed, you will loose VGA connector, which is located in upper portion of the tall bracket, unless you are OK to have it just sticking out from the hole behind the card.

When low profile brackets are applied, upper BLUE connector has to be disconnected or placed into any hole in PC, which is for you, extra slot behind video card, and it will just hang there freely, or spend $5 for connector I advised.

So, overall, it is at least $80 before tax and shipping where applicable.