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    Alienware Switching graphics problem

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by michealsho, Aug 23, 2010.

  1. michealsho

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    Ok so i had this for a couple of months and now when i do fn + f6 it doesnt switch i dont know what happened. when i right click it says graphics option, graphics properties instead of nvida control panel or something like that.
     
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  2. BatBoy

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    reinstall your display driver. Also be sure you are on the latest BIOS and OSD/Command Center is the current version. For the M11xR1, see these links:

    BIOS A05

    OSD

    Dell NV 197.72

    Command Center
     
    BatBoy, Aug 23, 2010
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    i have M11x but whats the R1 in the end?
     
    michealsho, Aug 23, 2010
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    Wait a sec, do you own an M11x with a core 2 duo, or an i5/i7 core processor?
    The M11x R1 stands for M11x's that have the core 2 duo.
    As for the FN+F6 key, it only works for the M11x R1(Core 2 Duo)
    You need to setup Nvidia Optimus for it to work on the M11x R2.
     
    Noah14, Aug 23, 2010
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  5. BatBoy

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    In his original post he referenced being able to switch via the function key combo - this led me to believe he has an R1. Links I posted are for the R1.

    michealsho - think of the R as 'Release' ;) If it turns out you have an i-series processor, disregard my links as they do not apply to your system.
     
    BatBoy, Aug 23, 2010
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    yes i have core duo
     
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    Well do what Batboy said.
    If that doesn't fix it, your best bet is to call up dell.
     
    Noah14, Aug 23, 2010
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    i did and install all of it and it still doesnt work =(
     
    michealsho, Aug 23, 2010
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    it works after i install the nvidia but it doesnt work after i unistall it
     
    michealsho, Aug 23, 2010
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    i meant restart not uninstall
    srry for double post srry for triple post
     
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    Once you restart after installing the driver, depress FN+F6 to enable Hybrid mode (Intel+NV). Windows should then install the remainder of the driver. Once complete, reboot the system.

    If still having issues, time to call support.
     
    BatBoy, Aug 23, 2010
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