[SOLVED] Need Help Concerning External Gaming GPU

[RIBob]

I will preface my remarks that I do have a dedicated gaming computer. This question is to investigate whether or not it is possible to upgrade an older SFF factor Dell 760 SFF with a dual-slot SFF Nvidia 1050 Ti card (already in hand) that definitely will NOT fit within the existing case--currently using an Nvidia GT 1030. I have a Dell 450W PSU (with all the usual wiring) available. I would like to find an economical, simple solution to using the aforementioned card, or perhaps a somewhat better one if it comes along, externally to the computer. Budget would be, say, $100.

I don't necessarily rule out buying another case for the existing components, but that would be inconvenient for a number of reasons. Not an impossibility, but prefer a simpler solution.

At the present, the computer has available the usual PCIe slot for interface. It has other slots, but presumably these are unsuitable for gaming use.

I have read similar threads, but no answers seemed forthcoming. Thank you all for your help, and Merry Christmas!

 

[COLGeek]

While not advisable, you could use something like this to "extend" the PCIe slot out of the cramped SFF case:

https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16812183053

However, many SFF systems limit the wattage of the PCIe slot (often to 35w). This limits the GPUs that will actually work with that system.

 

[RIBob]

While not advisable, you could use something like this to "extend" the PCIe slot out of the cramped SFF case:

https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16812183053

However, many SFF systems limit the wattage of the PCIe slot (often to 35w). This limits the GPUs that will actually work with that system.

Yes, I have seen this option. The card I am thinking of using >>ought<< to get sufficient power from the PCIE slot, but any higher-wattage card would be impossible due to non-replaceable OEM 240W PSU.

Your suggestion might well be the "fall-back" alternative, and thank you very much!.