Nvidia geforce 8300 gs replacement

[tmeyer35]

4 yr-old Dell Inspiron 530. The cooling fan on the Nvidia video card is starting to chatter all the time. Considering a replacement card since, though old, the rest of the machine is still fine for what it's used for. But I'm not sure what specs I need to consider for a replacement. No gaming, 3D capabilities needed, just basic single-monitor display. What would prevent a random new $30-50 card from working in the system? One card I found mentioned a minimum 350 W power supply, while the P/S in this Dell is only rated for up to 300 W. Is that the most relevant spec I should cross-check?

 

[Sunius]

Yes, the power supply is the only thing you need to check. I'll recommend HD6450:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125404

It will definitely work with your power supply.

 

[tmeyer35]

Thanks for the reply and recommendation. Taking a look now. . .