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Geocentric
Senior Member
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01-04-2025, 07:12 PM
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I'm planning to upgrade this old system, specifically the Dell OptiPlex GX520. I need to think about why I'm investing in it before you point out the costs. My main issue is that it only has one PCIe slot at the bottom. I'm considering adding a GPU for gaming or deep learning, or a Wi-Fi card because I can't easily get an Ethernet connection. I plan to buy this before selling, since a GPU would improve graphics and a Wi-Fi card offers more flexibility. I’ll switch the processor to something like a Pentium or Core 2 Duo, so I won’t be limited to running heavy games like Crysis.
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Geocentric
01-04-2025, 07:12 PM #1

I'm planning to upgrade this old system, specifically the Dell OptiPlex GX520. I need to think about why I'm investing in it before you point out the costs. My main issue is that it only has one PCIe slot at the bottom. I'm considering adding a GPU for gaming or deep learning, or a Wi-Fi card because I can't easily get an Ethernet connection. I plan to buy this before selling, since a GPU would improve graphics and a Wi-Fi card offers more flexibility. I’ll switch the processor to something like a Pentium or Core 2 Duo, so I won’t be limited to running heavy games like Crysis.

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The_HDR
Junior Member
41
01-14-2025, 10:37 PM
#2
It seems to vary based on the design, but the documentation for the GX520 lists a PCI-E port. It’s possible they’re using similar naming conventions, so your device might be quite outdated.
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The_HDR
01-14-2025, 10:37 PM #2

It seems to vary based on the design, but the documentation for the GX520 lists a PCI-E port. It’s possible they’re using similar naming conventions, so your device might be quite outdated.

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02-05-2025, 03:09 AM
#3
Search for a suitable legacy PCI GPU option.
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BuddyTheTurtle
02-05-2025, 03:09 AM #3

Search for a suitable legacy PCI GPU option.

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MrSmiles
Member
57
02-09-2025, 03:09 PM
#4
PCI graphics cards have been around for about 15 years. It's not worth the effort or cost unless you're really trying to create a vintage setup.
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MrSmiles
02-09-2025, 03:09 PM #4

PCI graphics cards have been around for about 15 years. It's not worth the effort or cost unless you're really trying to create a vintage setup.

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02-11-2025, 01:23 PM
#5
I’d just stick with standard PCI unless I had to use an extremely outdated interface or a dial-up connection. Otherwise, it’s not great.
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gamerbros4ever
02-11-2025, 01:23 PM #5

I’d just stick with standard PCI unless I had to use an extremely outdated interface or a dial-up connection. Otherwise, it’s not great.

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jamiwilos
Member
118
02-11-2025, 04:34 PM
#6
The compact design excludes a PCI-e port
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jamiwilos
02-11-2025, 04:34 PM #6

The compact design excludes a PCI-e port

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Maria7300
Member
221
02-19-2025, 04:20 PM
#7
I understand I don't require Wi-Fi when I have a dongle, which has been my solution up to now. For convenience, though, a Wi-Fi card works well too.
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Maria7300
02-19-2025, 04:20 PM #7

I understand I don't require Wi-Fi when I have a dongle, which has been my solution up to now. For convenience, though, a Wi-Fi card works well too.

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Nedzer2k
Member
72
02-19-2025, 08:11 PM
#8
Tf might want to upgrade a Celeron D because it performed poorly from the start, making it seem like a waste of resources.
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Nedzer2k
02-19-2025, 08:11 PM #8

Tf might want to upgrade a Celeron D because it performed poorly from the start, making it seem like a waste of resources.

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Z4chi
Member
67
02-19-2025, 09:38 PM
#9
I'm not usually someone who goes all out with tech specs, but offering this build to anyone would be a mistake. Even the trash collector might say no. Don't overpromise and let others see for themselves.
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Z4chi
02-19-2025, 09:38 PM #9

I'm not usually someone who goes all out with tech specs, but offering this build to anyone would be a mistake. Even the trash collector might say no. Don't overpromise and let others see for themselves.

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shadowbacca
Member
226
02-19-2025, 11:28 PM
#10
we operate several systems that are a bit older than ours, but because of their worth we chose to remove them and reuse them in a pallet for recycling. the recycling firm pays us roughly 90 cents per desktop.
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shadowbacca
02-19-2025, 11:28 PM #10

we operate several systems that are a bit older than ours, but because of their worth we chose to remove them and reuse them in a pallet for recycling. the recycling firm pays us roughly 90 cents per desktop.

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