How can I find out what graphics/video card I have?

Posted: 22 Jan, 2007
by: Nilsson J.

Updated: 07 Mar, 2008
by: Nilsson J.

Following is a four step guide to finding out what videocard you have.

1. Go to the start menu and choose run.

2. At the run prompt enter: DxDiag

3. In the DirectX Diagnostic Tool window that appears, click the Video tab.

4. In the Device section you can see the Name of the card as well as the Manufacturer.

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