Things You'll Need:
- Screwdriver(s)
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Step 1
Click Start > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Computer Management.
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Step 2
Click "Device Manager." You will notice a list of your system's devices populate in the main part of the computer management window.
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Step 3
Look through the devices for "Display Adapters," and click the "+" sign next to it to expand the list of adapters. Your AGP card should be listed. Right click it and select "Properties" for driver information and other advanced options.
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Step 1
Click Start > Run.
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Step 2
Enter "dxdiag" into the run box and click "OK."
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Step 3
Click the "Display" tab. Vital information about your video card will be displayed, such as manufacturer and chip type.
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Step 1
Turn off your computer and unplug it from the wall outlet. Use a screwdriver to open the case. There should be a few screws on the back of the case that you can remove to loosen the panel on the left side of the tower.
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Step 2
Locate the AGP video card and look for any labels with identifying information. The card should be easy to locate, since it will be the device your monitor is plugged into.
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Step 3
If you can't get a good look at it, take out the monitor plug and remove the card, by pulling it straight backward, out of the slot. You may need to remove a single screw near the back of the case to get the card out. After inspecting it, push the card back in with firm pressure and close the case.
