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    Can I use a GPU out of a M15x for M17x?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by youngkyu, Jul 2, 2014.

  1. youngkyu

    youngkyu Notebook Enthusiast

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    I was having problems starting up my M17xR1 and found out that my GPU died last night. I found one online but it was a GTX 260m out of a M15x and I was wondering if it would be compatible with my M17x? (Sorry if it's a stupid question I'm kind of a noob when it comes to computer parts)

    Also kind of a longshot but was wondering if anyone had any GPU's that would work with M17xR1 lying around they aren't using and are willing to sell. Thanks.
     
    youngkyu, Jul 2, 2014
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  2. TomJGX

    TomJGX I HATE BGA!

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    Yeah it should work as long as it is a Dell card
     
    TomJGX, Jul 2, 2014
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    toto29620 Notebook Consultant

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    You should go for an hd 5870m , not too much expensive and a great upgrade from 260m.
     
    toto29620, Jul 3, 2014
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  4. Meaker@Sager

    Meaker@Sager Company Representative

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    Also the 260m chips ( all 9x arch chips) have a solder issue which will reduce their reliability.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Jul 5, 2014
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    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    Yes, it should work without issues.
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Jul 9, 2014
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