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    video card not recognized

    Discussion in 'Alienware M15x' started by KopfenJager, Jan 14, 2015.

  1. KopfenJager

    KopfenJager Newbie

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    I upgraded my cpu from an i3 to an i7 840qm and now my computer doesn't recognize my graphics card. GTX560M. What gives?
     
    KopfenJager, Jan 14, 2015
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    never mind. Reinstalled the driver and its seeming to take.
     
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    Azshalasa Notebook Consultant

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    did you check device manager ? Can you see your graphic card in there?
     
    Azshalasa, Jan 14, 2015
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    Azshalasa Notebook Consultant

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    Uhmm, if need again, just ask ! ;D CYA FRIEND !
     
    Azshalasa, Jan 14, 2015
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    thanks guys. Naw she started working after I reinstalled the divers. runs sweet now.
     
    KopfenJager, Jan 14, 2015
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