deb5212
03-08-2012 01:13 PM (6 days ago)
My second computer is an HP Pavillion a6442p. I would like to upgrade the graphics card to one with HDMI as I want to connect it to my TV to use the TV as a monitor. I realize that the power supply is only 250. I tried AMD Radeon 4350, but computer would not configure the card to display properly. Are there any other cards with HDMI that might work? Thank in advance, Debbie
Enami
03-08-2012 01:48 PM (6 days ago)
I have the same problem on my p6341sc. When i connect to a tv using hdmi the video card dosent seems to configure right and the picture gets all messy
Big_Dave
03-08-2012 04:20 PM (6 days ago)
@Enami, Please start a new post if you are having issues with the equipment that was recommended in your other post.
Big_Dave
03-08-2012 04:28 PM (6 days ago)
Hi Deb5212,

Retail video cards by ATI normally require a 400+ watt power supply and retail video cards by NVIDIA require a 300+ watt power supply.


Here is a USB to HDMI adapter for you to consider. I have never used these types of devices so I can't tell you if it will work to your expectations.

I typically would recommend a discrete video card and a power supply for your situation.

This Corsair CX430 is $25 and this NVIDIA GT 520 is $60. These will get the job done.
deb5212
03-09-2012 05:58 AM (5 days ago)
Big Dave: USB to HDMI is ok--but of course no sound, and dragging desktop back and forth from TV to PC is annoying. I will most likely go with your recommendation on the power supply and video card. So, this power supply will completely replace the supply in my computer? If so, can I get one a little larger one (more power) that works with the NVIDIA GT 520? Thank you for your response, you have been helpful.
Big_Dave
03-09-2012 04:29 PM (5 days ago)
Hi Deb5212,

The power supply that I suggested above will replace the existing power supply. It has enough power to handle the NVIDIA 550TI should you desire to get a more powerful (but more expensive) video card.

Typically I recommend the Corsair CX500 as it has enough power to handle most video cards with the exception of the very upper end models. However, it is more expensive.

These HP 'how-to" articles should be helpful.



deb5212
03-10-2012 06:32 AM (4 days ago)
Great! I have ordered what you have suggested from Amazon! Thank you very much for your help!
deb5212
03-10-2012 06:48 AM (4 days ago)
I didn't have an accept solution button-but I did give you kudos! Again, thank you. I will try to repost and let you know if it all worked!