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Default Video question - 08-17-2010, 04:20 AM

Crystal HD Broadcom or NM 10 Express??
I just ordered a mini with the Crystal Broadcom video card, did I make the right choice?
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Default 08-17-2010, 01:12 PM

The Broadcom Crystal card doesn't replace anything. It's in addition to the normal graphics hardware. So, the only question is whether it's worth the additional money.


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Cool 08-17-2010, 09:25 PM

also I think that the Broadcom card goes with the TV tuner option automatically..


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Default 08-17-2010, 09:53 PM

So as far as performance, does anyone have a prefrance as to which card works beter or smoother? For those who have expierenced both which do you prefer?
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Cool 08-17-2010, 10:16 PM

like I already said if you get the TV Tuner option you have no choice you get the Broadcom HD card automatically...you might wanna do a search on the forum..this probably has been discussed in the past..


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Default 08-18-2010, 06:40 AM

like I already said
"So as far as performance, does anyone have a prefrance as to which card works beter or smoother? For those who have expierenced both which do you prefer?"

Thanks So your prefrance was ???
upon further research I have found that my Mini does come with the Dell internal Digital TV Reciver (ATSC),BCC but that dosent change the question. Perhaps I posted this question in the wrong place. Beginners Questions
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