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Graf Paper · 03-20-08, 12:50 PM

I have that exact same video card, Stev1.

It works just fine in my MSI KT4V mobo but there is one thing you need to be aware of...

ATI driver support for 3D apps and games for AGP cards has been broken since Catalyst Drivers version 7.9 and has still yet to be fixed by AMD/ATI even though the 7.12 drivers have been released.

The 7.8 and earlier drivers still work, but you can patch the newer drivers with the ati3duag.dll file from the older drivers. The 7.2 dll worked best for me but it just all depends on your system. Start with 7.8 and work your way back until you find a dll that works.

Hopefully, ATI will start acting like they care and fix AGP support with future releases but it seems doubtful after three full releases already.

Also make sure you have a good power supply as this card does use an extra power connector. 450w-500w is the range to shoot for but make sure it is rated to supply a steady 24 amps on the +12v DC rail. 32 amps would be even better.

03-20-08, 12:50 PM	#11
Graf Paper Ace of the Deep Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pacific Northwest United States Posts: 1,146 Downloads: 41 Uploads: 2	I have that exact same video card, Stev1. It works just fine in my MSI KT4V mobo but there is one thing you need to be aware of... ATI driver support for 3D apps and games for AGP cards has been broken since Catalyst Drivers version 7.9 and has still yet to be fixed by AMD/ATI even though the 7.12 drivers have been released. The 7.8 and earlier drivers still work, but you can patch the newer drivers with the ati3duag.dll file from the older drivers. The 7.2 dll worked best for me but it just all depends on your system. Start with 7.8 and work your way back until you find a dll that works. Hopefully, ATI will start acting like they care and fix AGP support with future releases but it seems doubtful after three full releases already. Also make sure you have a good power supply as this card does use an extra power connector. 450w-500w is the range to shoot for but make sure it is rated to supply a steady 24 amps on the +12v DC rail. 32 amps would be even better. __________________ Still sailing the high seas, hunting convoys with those who join me.