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    Adding a gpu to my m17x doubts

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by .breath, Sep 5, 2010.

  1. .breath

    .breath Notebook Consultant

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    Hi, wanted to clear some doubts over adding a gpu to my m17x R1.
    First of all where should i buy the new gpu? Does dell sell them or should i try ebay? Is there any store for these notebook gpus?.
    Second, do they usually come with the whole cooling system (heatsink + fan)? Or should i get them in some other way?.

    Thank you.
     
    .breath, Sep 5, 2010
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  2. lordqarlyn

    lordqarlyn Global Biz Consultant

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    Probably eBay is better.

    Individual GPUs usually come with the heatsinks. But, you may need to get a hold of a SLI cable, if your machine doesn't already contain one.
     
    lordqarlyn, Sep 5, 2010
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    you will need the kit which includes the GPU, Heat sink, Fan, and the Sli Cable.
     
    dave-p, Sep 5, 2010
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    .breath Notebook Consultant

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    That would be really hard, in italy dell doesn't provide anything that isnt strictly on the site...
     
    .breath, Sep 6, 2010
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    then you will have to try to get on off Ebay.
     
    dave-p, Sep 6, 2010
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