Wow, cheapest I've seen for a ATI 4870!

http://cgi.ebay.com/GENUINE-Apple-Mac-Pro-ATI-Radeon-HD-4870-Graphics-CardW0QQitemZ250471463734QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3a51433b36&trksid=p3286.c0.m14
I was thinking of bidding on this because it's so cheap, like very for a genuine card. I have one in my MP, but will it work on older Macs also? My sister has a older one. Apple says only 2009 and 2008 models but is it confirmed that it will work on all models? Thanks
(Also I don't want to mess around with the hassle of hacking a PC card... I want the mini port so she can use a ACD.)

I don't even visit ebay, so not sure what is there, but if you want to use a new Apple Display like 24" with MDP, then you need retail Apple card.
Yes, I wish there was a big banner "works in any" and I do wish the hardware requirements were clear, exact, and didn't add confusion.
There is also the ATI 3870, doesn't come with MDP but you can add adapters, and $219 from OWC.

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