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    M17x-R2 atombios help?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by RangerZulu, Dec 1, 2010.

  1. RangerZulu

    RangerZulu Newbie

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    I need some help with this please.Apparently my m17x isn't recognizing my dual 5870m's,when I scan my computer it tells me I have ATI ATOMBIOS and i'm not sure what that is.I'm no computer expert and am not even sure what to say so i'll end it here,if you wan't any more info please tell me.

    System Specs:
    Intel Core i7 920xm
    Dual mobile 5870's
    1TB HD
    Ram 8GB
    OS is Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit

    PS:Because of this I can't play any games.Also,I tried reinsalling the drivers but it didn't work.
     
    RangerZulu, Dec 1, 2010
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  2. rippeer

    rippeer Notebook Evangelist

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    Have you tried downloading the vbios flash and flashing your cards, there is a whole thread about it. I'll see if I can find it.
     
    rippeer, Dec 1, 2010
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  3. BatBoy

    BatBoy Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    BatBoy, Dec 1, 2010
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