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1. #HOW TO SET UP AN ELGATO HD60 INSTALL#
2. #HOW TO SET UP AN ELGATO HD60 UPGRADE#
3. #HOW TO SET UP AN ELGATO HD60 PORTABLE#
4. #HOW TO SET UP AN ELGATO HD60 PRO#

On the bottom left-hand side, where it says “Sources,” click on the “+” button.It’s all really simple to configure, but here’s a quick guide if you want to record from your console: The former is completely free to download and use.Īfter a frustrating hour with Elgato’s software, I downloaded OBS Studio and recorded footage from my Nintendo Switch in a matter of minutes. I can’t speak to other manufacturers’ software, but most professional streamers opt for software like OBS Studio or XSplit. Once you’ve installed your card, it’s time to download some software, fiddle with settings, and get one step closer to streaming or recording.Ĭapture card manufacturers sometimes have their own proprietary software, but I found Elgato’s Game Capture HD software to be clunky and unintuitive. Upgrading your motherboard is another option - albeit an expensive one. If it turns out you have no available slots, it may be best to go with a card like the HD60 S. Make sure it’s in there snug, and screw the card onto the case.

#HOW TO SET UP AN ELGATO HD60 PRO#

The 4K60 PRO uses a PCIe x4 slot, so slots may vary by card. If you’re installing a card like the HD60 PRO, hunt down a spare PCIe x1 port and insert your card.

#HOW TO SET UP AN ELGATO HD60 INSTALL#

To install the capture card, you’ll need access to the motherboard, so it’s best to shut off the computer and cut the power. It’s nothing hard, but you’ll have to open up your PC. The other cards, however, have a couple more steps. Finally, plug in the USB cable to your computer and your capture card.

If you get a capture card like the HD60 S, all you have to do is run an HDMI cable from your console to the card’s input port, then run another HDMI cable from the card’s output port to your monitor or TV. However, for beginners, it may not be worth the extra money. These more expensive models have added features like higher streaming resolution and bitrate. But, if you want to step up your game, Elgato’s pricier cards require some installation. The HD60 S is a perfect capture card for beginners. When it comes to sheer value, the HD60 S gives you the most bang for your buck, and it is extremely easy to set up. Apart from its unique PC-free mode, it can also record and stream footage the normal way, which makes this a much more versatile card.

#HOW TO SET UP AN ELGATO HD60 PORTABLE#

Capture card – This is the hardware that “captures” the info from your gaming system.If you want to remove the PC from the process altogether, the AVerMedia Live Gamer Portable 2 Plus can capture footage onto itself, thanks to a MicroSD card slot that accepts cards up to 128GB. Hardware You’ll Need Two monitors (or more) since you’ll need at least one display for each PC. With that said, the Game Capture 4K60 S+ is the only product that can capture in 4K at up to 60 frames per second.

The Game Capture 4K60 S+ does not support interlaced resolution. The Game Capture HD60 and Game Capture HD60 S support 576i and 1080i while the Game Capture HD60 S+ only supports 1080i. What’s the difference between Elgato hd60s and hd60s+? If you want to use it to live stream, make sure you’ve got a solid PC build to back it up. However, as an initial purchase, the HD60 S is a powerful capture unit that provides amazing quality capture of video games.

#HOW TO SET UP AN ELGATO HD60 UPGRADE#

If you’re looking to upgrade from the HD60, it’s just not worth it.