DELL 490-BDZY graphics card NVIDIA Quadro P400 2 GB GDDR5

The DELL 490-BDZY graphics card is built around the NVIDIA Quadro P400 GPU with 2 GB of GDDR5 memory. Designed for professional visual computing, this PCI Express x16 card uses an active cooling solution with a single fan to deliver reliable performance and efficient power consumption for CAD, 3D modelling and graphic design applications.

Advantages

The NVIDIA Quadro P400 provides professional-grade drivers and an ecosystem tailored to creative and technical workflows. With 2 GB GDDR5 memory and a PCI Express x16 interface, the card balances performance and power efficiency for typical workstation tasks. The active single-fan cooler ensures stable temperatures under sustained loads in compact systems.

Suitable for

• CAD and engineering drawings
• 3D modelling and basic rendering
• Graphic design and DTP work
• Scientific visualisation and data display

Key specifications

• Graphics processor: NVIDIA Quadro P400
• Memory: 2 GB GDDR5
• Interface: PCI Express x16
• Cooling: Active, single fan

How to use

Install the card into an available PCI Express x16 slot on a compatible workstation motherboard, secure it in the chassis, and connect any required power or display cables. Install the latest NVIDIA Quadro drivers from the official NVIDIA or Dell support page to enable professional features and optimise performance for CAD, 3D and design software.

Recommendations

For best results, use the Quadro P400 with updated workstation drivers and certified application profiles when available; ensure adequate chassis airflow around the single-fan cooler and confirm system power supply meets the card’s requirements.