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Graphics card problem (old computer)

Hello,

I've got a Compaq Armada 1500c with an integrated 64 bit 2 Mb graphics card. I cannot upgrade the card but I would like to improve it's performance. What options (PCMCIA, USB, or other), if any, do I have to add memory, speed, or other capabilities to the card or computer to allow it to accept more modern software and video playing capabilities (DivX, for example).

If it isn't possible to augment the current graphics card how would I go about refitting the CPU - or is that not possible either?

Thanks.
-Phil.

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frache

It's an old laptop (1999?) with a Celeron 400Mhz ... no hardware upgrade possible for video or processor ...

You can add memory if you find proprietary modules ...
Max memory limit is 160 Mb ... if you have 128 Mo is enough ... ( 32Mo standart configuration).

PCMCIA interface : it's a PcCard32 interface ... good ...
Analog Modem : 56K good ...

Crash2100

here's a site you can get information on the ram:
http://www.crucial.com/

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frache

Memory upgrade : only one bank
You add one module.

Module type /size : 144 pins - SODIMM
32/64 or 128 Mo - PC66 ( or PC100)

Standard Memory: 32MB non-removable

You can find compatible module for 40/50$ ( ex Kingston memory).

Wakeup

Here are some technical specs on your laptop which has some information on upgrading as well. Just browse it and see what you need!

http://www.compaq.com/products/quickspecs/10010_div/10010_div.HTML

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I can get small files (small size, small picture) to work alright (on "Global DivX", the "DivX Player" does not work), however there is often a synch problem as well as stuttering. The problem is multiplied on much larger files (although I got one to work fine in a Windows preview window (small and bad quality), for some reason).

Is upgrading the RAM my only option? Will it even work?

-Phil.

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