LCD with geforce 2 32MB?

Question

I'm planning on buying an LCD from newegg (it's not a dell :( ) However, I do own a dell dimension 4100 with a 17' Dell CRT (60Hz refresh rate yada yada yada). However, the monitor is fading out: I have it set to max brightness and contrast, and it is still too dark. My computer came with a geforce 2 32MB pro, which I still use. I'm primarily a gamer, but I do use this computer for schoolwork, which includes using programs like solidworks and possibly AutoCAD (if i can ever learn the thing). I'm wondering if the LCD will be compatible with the geforce 2. Here are the monitor's specs: Specifications: Panel Type: TFT Active Matrix LCD Native Resolution: SXGA 1280x1024 Pixel Pitch: 0.264 mm Brightness: 350 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio: 400:1 Response Time: 16 ms Input Connectors: 15-pin mini D-sub Features: 2x 2.5W Speakers Dimensions & Weight: 15.24' x 15.08' x 8.47' (WxHxD), 9.2 lbs My PC specs: P3 1.0 Ghz Windows ME 512MB SDRAM Soundblaster LIVE! Geforce 2 32MB

simon_101 · Answer

Personally, I don't think it should pose a problem - the LCD monitor should be shipped with a CD-Rom of drivers suitable for the majority of Windows systems, including Me. When I swapped my old 14" CRT for a shiny new Dell 17" TFT I had no problems whatsoever. Just swapped the monitors and, when back in Windows, installed the monitor-specific drivers from the CD-Rom that came with it.

Also I've since upgraded my graphics card and that caused no problems whatsoever either. Just a simple case of swapping old for new and carrying on as normal.

HTH

JDre · Answer

If your new monitor has the same darkness, the GeForce2 is likely failed. If not, your old monitor was the cause.

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