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How to Upgrade Your Graphics Card

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Published 24 Feb 2023

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@michiganjack1337last year Remember to always replace your GPU fluid after every 3,000 miles 9209
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@deim36 months ago Final step - immediately run into a drivers issue. 1484
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@noxj_last year Pro tip: don't forget delete old driver before upgrade 836
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@bluena90last year For bonus points, press and hold the power button for 3 seconds after unplugging to remove any residual power hanging out in the capacitors. 3238
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@AnTicXzlast year Maybe a step about doing a driver clean install? 1200
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@Vexon_04 months ago you forgot to click the power button to be sure that theres no power left in the pc 9
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@gigahertzmedia734last year Using a 3080 for this tutorial is a real flex. 60
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@theodorsonfors1391last year It's really that simple, but when I'm finished I'd be drenched in sweat. 890
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@beenjammin1750last year Instructions unclear. I'm currently naked and covered in syrup 647
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@TheSilentNooblast year You forgot one thing... Update your drivers for the new gpu 6
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@MG42AA2WorldSuperCarslast year Sometimes switching to integrated graphics is faster than reinstalling graphics card 30
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@ZeroUm_last year Step 1: look up the card physical size, see if it fits in your case. They have massively ballooned in size in the last 5 years. 181
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@hodor3024last year WHY IS THERE A LUMBERJACK TELLING ME HOW TO CHANGE A GRAPHICS CARD? 329
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@ufsans481last year "Make sure you're PC is unplugged and off" proceededs to turn it off first then unplug it 2
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@nhojlagap6222last year LTT has now double downed on being a Canadian channel that they hired a lumberjack to be a tech expert and im all for it! 536
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@bwabbellast year Remember not to use a screwdriver or any other metallic tools to press down the clip. In case you slip off you don't want to kill your entire mainboard 91
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@dahajacklast year Ah getting this in my feed right after getting the techquickie video about separating the terms GPU and Graphics Card, good times. 5
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@JonathanSteadman2003last year Some graphics cards dont need the cable from the power supply. Just plug in a play. 1
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@enovalelast year Note to anyone who wants to actually apply this info: Do not just "use whatever you got".
Only use soft plastic or anything you wouldnt mind stabbing directly into your PCB if youre going to apply any amount of pressure. If you're low on space its very easy for your tool to slip off the lock and stab into the motherboard.
If the lock doesnt move unless you put pressure on (like in the case of a stuck GPU or sometimes just because of a finnicky lock), dont use screwdrivers, knives or anything metal. ... 86
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@bluemio7349last year I feel like sth that is MANDATORY to mention here is that you FUNDAMENTALLY (especially with todays GPUs power draw) check whether you need to upgrade your power supply unit. 108
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@iustininfinite68413 months ago Final step - GPU keeps crashing due to Windows automatically installing drivers. Unplug the Ethernet cord, go into safe mode, do a full DDU uninstall of the drivers, boot back into Windows, install the drivers, and plug your Ethernet cord back in. ... 1
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@stickfigured122311 months ago And to always remember to clean install new drivers for the new gpu too 1
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@Big007Bosslast year You forgot shaking the computer to make sure the gpu don’t fall off , I learned that from the LTT lady 245
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@6996Gunslingerlast year forgot the step where you need to have a billion fucking dollars 1191
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@Volpe_tta7 months ago No need to change my gpu. I already love gaming on my Intel HD 4000 ❤ 2
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@datgamerboy1235 months ago Don't forget to upgrade drivers, or switch drivers if changing from Nvidia to AMD or Intel, or vise versa. 1
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@EnomGGlast year Adding a note on hearing the power connector go click when plugging it into the GPU so it's properly seated would help with trying to minimize the fire hazard issues due to user error that have been well documented with the latest high power connectors. ... 21
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@Dantidolast year I honestly wouldn't use thumb screws for graphics cards these days... 1
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@Arsonist00last year please make sure the power cables are plugged all the way in until you hear a click 🔥 26
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@_bumblelast year What about reinstalling the appropriate graphics card drivers. 50
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@eQui2536 months ago last step is basic but important and was missing in this video:
Install the correct driver and get rid of the old one 1
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@luapamj77247 months ago Instructions unclear: my GPU is now my motherboard 1
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@RafalBorowskilast year Step 1: Locate the nearest source of nuclear radiation
Step 2: Make sure to expose yourself to it for as long as possible
Step 3: Cross your fingers and hope that a mutation you get will yield you a 3rd kidney that you can sell and buy a new GPU.
Then continue with the short steps to upgrade. ... 77
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@Hotlog69last year LTT: "Drivers? We don't need no stinkin' drivers!" 11
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@theonecommenterlast year I love being a computer technician and watching this
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@amalshadin4 months ago Windows update will never leave you alone 😅 1
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@roelieboy204last year Don't forget to take out the HDMI cable attached to the GPU before u take it out lol. Happened to me multiple times. 151
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@Lonewolf_121last year Imma leave my pc turned on so I can see my fps in game go up straight away 8
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@himekomurata7211 months ago Most important step: Make sure to afford a new one 1
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@jadusivlast year Step 1: Become a millionaire so you can afford a 4000 series GPU 81
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@mdalifaiad1651last year Remember to check PSU power output capacity 8
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@prorealms96004 months ago Instructions unclear. I dropped my desktop on Linus’s foot
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@Vel_Plays_2.0last year Instructions unclear; I electrocuted myself and became dank 24
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@wilsondavenport6939last year For bonus points keep the PSU plugged in and off to keep everything grounded 6
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@danielconway7190last year Worth noting that some motherboards have a slider lock instead of a push lock
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@HeyLookImGermanlast year Instructions unclear: I accidentally installed an AIO on the PSU. 7
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@matamanthemasterlast year No need to unplug your PSU, just flick off the switch and turn on to drain capacitors. While plugged in and with the switch flicked off you get the computer connected to ground which helps with static discharge 53
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@laffi8 months ago I used some wooden chopsticks from the sushi restaurant. The hard part was that the clip wouldn't move at all, until I did it at the angle OP uses. Then it went right up, and I could pull out the old GPU. The new 4060 Ti Ghost went so smooth in, that I didn't even hear the click. ...
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@philosophia_4 months ago The only thing holding me back from upgrading was that I’m scared of the installation part. This made it easier though
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@BenieTheDragonlast year "Undo the thumbscrews"
Most cases when it comes to mounting cards, have a screw that is to be removed with a Phillips screwdriver. 5
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@phoooglelast year You forgot an incredibly important first step. Step 1 > Get a second job or mortgage to purchase your new GPU 8
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@spentcasing399010 months ago Little tip for those who have big air coolers and can't reach the pci-e tab. Use a wooden chopstick. It's more then long enough to reach. And less chance of damaging your motherboard if you slip.
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@UnknownO8711 months ago Never knew there was a clip holding the gpu in🤦🏾‍♂️ thanks for sharing and I can't wait to build my own
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@maxschmidt8410last year Don't unplug the computer, only turn off the switch. Otherwise ground connection is missing and this may lead into damage if not otherwise ESD protected. 4
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@graxo3752last year It's also always a good idea to hold the power button on devices to discharge any stored power in the circuitry
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@Bartjuuh10 months ago Extra tip before turning of the computer use DDU to uninstall your drivers. Later after replacing you can install them again.
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@thk.g00fylast year Suggestion: DON'T unplug! You would remove the grounding from the PC, which you can use to ground yourself to remove any static charge from your body. Touching the contacts of your PC or GPU can damage the electronic and basically turn it into a BRICK!! ... 12
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@larrypaul24627 months ago You forgot step one;
Pull out your wallet and empty it! 4
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@mikathegaythinglast year also remember to uninstall gpu drivers before doing that if you change between amd/nvidia/intel and then install appropiate drivers for the new one 1
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@uglycookie3092last year I feel like this is the easiest and most simple thing to upgrade in your pc
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@adamwilson3526last year I used a tool once, it slipped of and stabbed my motherboard. 5
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@meaty88872 months ago You forgot to mention that we need to attach a support to the GPU to prevent GPU sag, which is why many large GPUs fail, and motherboards get damaged
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@SeminarChauffeurlast year You forgot "update or change GPU drivers as necessary."
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@diamondgobolast month the REAL part that scares me about a gpu upgrade or replacement is the drivers…
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@ohm.37685 months ago One of the most innocent videos of the gpu installation process.
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@_3r0last year Also make sure that you hold the case to make sure that the static level is the same
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@WarmLoveOnToast6 months ago You saved my life!! My computer stopped working because of an old graphics card and I was in a panic. I followed your video and now it's up and running!
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@bullyv6 months ago It's always a good idea to Uninstaller the drivers for your previous card before using the new one, there may be weird issues if you dont.
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@HanzKreiger7 months ago The greatest technician thats ever lived
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@TopazTK6 months ago You can just HEAR Linus screaming from a few rooms away saying "That is a GRAPHICS CARD, not a GPU!"
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@nepp-last year extra bonus points for making sure all the needed pcie brackets have been removed from the case 🎉
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@j.m.74last year "PCI-E slot"
Cracks open my case
I see an AGP slot.
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@atchmon9028 months ago You forgot to take off all the plastic protectors for the output slots. I always get stuck when i forget to take those out.
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@laterbiatch300410 months ago Forgot to say 9/10 times you will get a no input signal once you changed your graphics card
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@SensenmannOnly10 months ago nice upgrade, comes with ultra real fire effects
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@evanjohnson1299last year I had a cousin who upgraded to a premium gaming computer for the first time(used a APU computer before that) and complained that the games aren't any faster or even slower than before, before spending money to get it looked at my aunt asked me to look at it(I'm the most tech savey relative nearby). I thought that maybe some drivers needed to be updated, but i always make sure everything is plugged in first. He had the monitor connected to the motherboard instead of the GPU once switched over it all worked much better, helped him update everything for best results though ...
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@bwfishingandproduction6168last year One thing if you change your gpu brand make sure to uninstall all of the drivers form the card of the old card.
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@bhagirathchoudhary5593last year Bro just forget to plug power cord again 1
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@iExpertxC4xlast year Don’t forget to use DDU before installing any GPU drivers
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@nipu_moto8 months ago you forgot to update drivers before you get ready to game
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@Xx_Reddit_Girl_xXlast year Funny thing is right. My case was built for specific parts. Tight fit almost no space for storage. So I decided I would upgrade my GPU and while doing so had to use tin snips to remove the DVD reader cage so it would fit. My PC now sits with an SSD hanging out the side no side panel. Gpu held in with paperclips threw the mounting holes since my case didn't have the correct placement. I've been trying to save up for a new pc cause I legit can't upgrade any further but that paycheck to paycheck life makes it difficult to do so. ...
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@Goodsdogslast month Red Linus is funny bc I can tell he’s pushing himself and been getting so much better
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@sylex1439last year You should have mentioned that you might change your power supply if the change is consistent.
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@timmyfingaz10011 months ago Thanks!! Brilliant to show a friend in your neck of the woods when I am in the UK, much love guys!!!
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@Scooter099911 months ago You forgot the step where you unplug your display cable from your gpu lmao. I forget all the time.
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@rainsworth-10 months ago You forgot the step to clean drivers first lol
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@sportsfamily77last year Implying any jank old case has thumbscrews holding down the GPU bracket is a dangerous venture.
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@loen95916 months ago Tip: metal tools might scratch stuff so if you’ve got something else use it.
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@lilsoonerfaninmo10 months ago Man's forgot to mention draining residual power and DDU
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@rusmahos2805last year After unplugging, you need to re-plug it to remove the power stop
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@hunterlepage11 months ago you didn't explain step -2, sell your kidney
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@blakelongcore5367last year Preferably uninstall previous gpu drivers before removing. Works smoother after new one is in