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    Where to buy a M17x R3 compatible heatsink for the 7970m?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Redeka, Apr 26, 2012.

  1. Redeka

    Redeka Notebook Consultant

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    I am in the process of ordering everything for my 7970m upgrade, and I just read graz' horror story. I will be upgrading from the 580m and I am wondering where to buy the correct heatsink that I need?
     
    Redeka, Apr 26, 2012
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  2. maxheap

    maxheap caparison horus :)

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    maxheap, Apr 26, 2012
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  3. Redeka

    Redeka Notebook Consultant

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    How can I be sure that is the 6990 version though?
     
    Redeka, Apr 26, 2012
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  4. widezu69

    widezu69 Goodbye Alienware

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    Because other experts here can tell you. And yes it is :)
     
    widezu69, Apr 26, 2012
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    jinda Notebook Evangelist

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    What is the horror story about? Link please...
     
    jinda, Apr 27, 2012
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    The Revelator Notebook Prophet

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    The Revelator, Apr 27, 2012
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