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    How can i know if my integrated graphics works correctly??

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Froddo, Mar 14, 2012.

  1. Froddo

    Froddo Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello!!

    I have a problem with my Alienware R3 and the Gtx580m.
    I think always the gtx580m is working...i use the gpuz to see the two graphics and only shows one graphic¿??...the gtx580m...

    How can I know if the integrated graphic card works correctly??

    Sorry for my english.. :(
     
    Froddo, Mar 14, 2012
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  2. SlickDude80

    SlickDude80 Notebook Prophet

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    Froddo do you have the 3d screen or 60hz screen? if you have the 120 hz 3d screen, you have no optimus, which means 580 is being used all the time
     
    SlickDude80, Mar 14, 2012
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    oooohhh Slick!! i have 3D screen!!!! ;P
    I feel stupid...

    Thanks Slick!!!!
     
    Froddo, Mar 14, 2012
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