Is this card backwards compatible with PCI express 2.0 slots?
351245
Yeah I'm using it in a 2.0 slot right now. Works best in 3.0, but it's backwards compatible.
405680
Vardan, It supports the PCI express but will run at 2.0 not 3.0 like the card is designed for. Another key note is that even though it comes with a two (molex) cable to 6pin cable to support power you need to make sure you have over 600W of power to support if you are running additional drives and fans.
405550
Yes. http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/printpage/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-the-PCI-Express/190
148888
This card will work only if you have an open PCI slot. After looking up the specs on your motherboard, I don't think that you have any PCI slots. PCI express slots will not work. Hope this helps you.
461280
No they are backwards compatible. Using pcie 1 with this card will only see negligible performance loss so don't worry about it.
1199365
yes but you have tu use the 6 pin power adapter conector and don't forget is a PCI Express 2.0
2191705
We are possibly dealing with compatibility, I inserted this card in the MSI LGA 1155 Intel mainboard H61M-P31, it will accept both PCI express 3.0 X 16 & PCI express 2.0 X 16 slot. I had no problems.............................
337204
Yes this card is compatible with any pci express slot 1x and above. I have mine plugged into my PCI-express x 16
1456137
No motheboard needs a PCI e 2.0 slot. To verify contact nvidia.com/page/support.html
1916142
The specs on Amazon say ... "Compliant with PCI-Express 2.0 Base Specification"
1290244
It's pci-express 3.0, you can find more info at hisdigital.com if you're getting this card make sure you have room in your case for it. It's a 3 slot card.
355719
What I see on the box says it is compatible with 3.0 motherboard, which means it's backward compatible. Should be just fine pci-e 2.0.
2115424
I would &#8730; the XFX manuf. site , but see no reason why not; most cards and modern devices go backwards compatible one step or more ...however, why would one be even using such an older slot? This card would be like a hammer for killing flies on an old mobo, if everything else could even keep up (which I doubt). What are you thinking of using this with/as?
107562
You'll need a PCIe (PCI Express) 16x slot. PCIe cards are both backwards and forwards compatible, so if you have a PCIe 1.0a or 1.1, or a 3.x or 4.x slot, you should still be able to insert and use the card. The performance may or may not be the same, as some revisions of PCIe standard affect data rates, but basic functionality should remain intact regardless of the version. Compatibility with other components is not guaranteed, so if you still have reservations, check your motherboard's QVL (qualified vendor list), if available, or ask around to see if your specific combination of hardware has been tested. You shouldn't have any issues, though.
310986
considering the pci 3.0 is backward compatible with the 2.0 specification there should be no problem, however, I have not tried this so it is a theoretical answer. I assume you have two 16 slots and the first is populated with another card. Also as mentioned in order to provide the best throughput you will need 4 lanes. Most motherboards provide 8 for the second 16 slot put it is worth a double check before you invest in the card.
737936
Yes. The PCIe 3.0 spec is backwards compatible, however there may be some minimal performance loss over a Gen 3 slot.
1166735
John, I'm unsure if this card fits in a PCI Express slot (although the description says it does). It is rather large. Also, be aware that it uses two (2) six-pin power connectors on your motherboard.