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    gtx 260m

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by kylayman, Dec 17, 2009.

  1. kylayman

    kylayman Newbie

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    I recently ordered an alienware m17x with a single Nvidia geforce gtx 260m. I was wondering if it would be possible to install a second gtx 260m later on down the road. Is it even worth it? Would I need to get a bigger battery to support two cards?
     
    kylayman, Dec 17, 2009
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  2. Alexk7

    Alexk7 Notebook Geek

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    It is possible to install a second gtx260, you can even purchase it from Dell/AW. and no your current battery will do just fine.

    And if your using it to game. deffinetly worth it.
     
    Alexk7, Dec 17, 2009
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    Brock_Sampson Notebook Consultant

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    I don't think the performance of getting a second 260 card later on warrents the $450 cost. Just wait for the ATI 5000 series next year, one of those will be more than enough, but will still cost you an arm and leg.
     
    Brock_Sampson, Dec 17, 2009
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