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    M17x-R2 can't detect 2nd GPU

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Xeroxidous, Aug 2, 2011.

  1. Xeroxidous

    Xeroxidous Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi guys, I've got a M17x-R2 with 5870 xFire. I decided to replace my thermal paste and thermal pads. Done it without removing the actual cards or xFire cable. Once I reassemble the laptop the slave gpu cannot be found. I tried the slave card in the main slot and the laptop boots fine. I also ran the resource disk when booting up and it found both cards. I have tried reinstalling drivers, Windows and still only one card detected in windows. Does anyone have any ideas for me so I could try out?

    Cheers
    WoobiE
     
    Xeroxidous, Aug 2, 2011
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