Graphics card or something else?

Hi all - I'm trying to fix a friend's pc but I can't see anything on the
monitor. I've tried 2 different monitors with the same results. The only
thing I get is the green monitor light blinking. The cord is plugged in
snuggly so I'm thinking his graphics card has called it quits. Could this
the problem? The computer is a Dell Dimensions L500CX. I think it's an
onboard card.

Would it be safe to tell him to go buy another card or just get another
computer?

Thanks,
newtechie


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