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    Help with motherboard model

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by GamerJoe, Oct 27, 2013.

  1. GamerJoe

    GamerJoe Notebook Consultant

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    Hi guys! I bought a used r1 recently however the motherboard is damaged and needs to be replace. I'm looking for the core 2 duo version with nvidia 335m. Is the right model k1pwv? I saw this one on eBay can I use this? Please let me know, I'm concerned because the listing says it only has Intel integrated. Thanks for your help! :)

    http://m.ebay.com/itm/181150910483

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    GamerJoe, Oct 27, 2013
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    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    That's the right model (part number). My concern is the same as yours. Why don't you try sending a question to the seller?
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Oct 29, 2013
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  3. GamerJoe

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    Okay I bought it anyway. I assume dell would have the nvidia soldered. I'll keep you guys posted thanks!

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    GamerJoe, Oct 30, 2013
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  4. ejohnson

    ejohnson Is that lemon zest?

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    Since it lists as a new board, it should have the 335m gpu on it.
    If it was listed as used and said intel gpu, then I would assume the 335m is dead.

    That board will work just fine for you.
     
    ejohnson, Oct 30, 2013
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  5. GamerJoe

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    I changed the motherboard but the screen is blank. The lights come on. Is there anything I need to do?

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    GamerJoe, Nov 5, 2013
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    ejohnson Is that lemon zest?

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    Turn the computer over and turn it on, see if the fan kicks on and stays on.

    If it fires up, then turns off you may have a dead motherboard.
     
    ejohnson, Nov 6, 2013
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    I opened it up again. It seems the cable for the monitor wasn't in properly.

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    GamerJoe, Nov 6, 2013
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