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Computer parts for model a6200n HP ???

I need a decent graphics card that is better than the one I got now because I want to get Left 4 Dead and I am afraid it will lag.....My best friend always plays WoW so he doesn't "have time" to help me with this.......... Something under $100 or range between 0 to $120 max. Something from a store, nothing from the net because I don't trust my computer with money. Thank you if you helped.

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1. The power supply in an HP a6200n is a 250 watt Bestec ATX-250-12V (HP part number 5188-2622, AKA "Zinfandel"). It's a piece of junk. It's only rated for 13A on a single +12V rail. It's not going to support any video card upgrade reliably. You should plan on upgrading the power supply and video card at the same time. You're just gonna have to learn how to shop online. Borrow a credit card. (You won't find anything remotely comparable to this in local stores --you're dreaming. Or get ready to spend $200 instead of $120.) This guy has been selling new (pulls) Antec Earthwatts EA-380 power supplies (380 watts, 80plus efficiency, 27A combined +12V) for $38 shipped. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160338091020 (Antec Earthwatts EA-380 are currently $50 not including shipping at Newegg.) The best video card for around $80 is a Radeon 4830. (The power supply requirement for a Radeon 4830 is 26A on the +12V, so it will be fine on an EA-380.) Sapphire 100265HDMI, Radeon HD 4830, $90 free shipping ($80 after a $10 rebate), http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102822 Call that $128 shipped (not including the rebate).