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    M17x GPU issue

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Theolax, Dec 15, 2010.

  1. Theolax

    Theolax Newbie

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    I removed my GPU GTX 260m from my computer to clean the gunk from it. I followed the teardown video exactly and when i replaced my GPU my computer can no longer detect it. I've been back in to it a couple times and nothing seems to be sitting wrong, it screws in and sits tight.

    Any ideas?

    PS. Ironically my warranty expired this month...
     
    Theolax, Dec 15, 2010
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  2. TurbodTalon

    TurbodTalon Notebook Virtuoso

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    Do a complete power drain. Remove AC power, battery, and CMOS battery. Then hold the power button for 30 seconds to drain any residual power. I know on the 5870, the screws won't go in at all unless the card is properly seated.
     
    TurbodTalon, Dec 15, 2010
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  3. dave-p

    dave-p Notebook Deity

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    You can call Dell and try to get the warranty extended as well
     
    dave-p, Dec 15, 2010
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