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    GPU Replacement

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by trooper1414, Apr 24, 2012.

  1. trooper1414

    trooper1414 Notebook Deity

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    Hi , just curious would it be possible to replace a MBP 15 2011 GPU from 6750 to 6990 ???
     
    trooper1414, Apr 24, 2012
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    s2odin Merrica!

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    s2odin, Apr 24, 2012
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  3. doh123

    doh123 Without ME its just AWESO

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    If you have to ask the question.. you probably cannot do it. Its technically not possible from a normal stand point, unless you are very very very good and have the right equipment...
     
    doh123, Apr 24, 2012
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  4. saturnotaku

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    Even if you could make the physical change, the internal cooling system and power supply would not be adequate for such a powerhouse GPU.
     
    saturnotaku, Apr 24, 2012
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    doh123 Without ME its just AWESO

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    a proper change would include that... I doubt they are pin to pin compatible either.. it would take a LOT of work, but theoretically it can be done.
     
    doh123, Apr 25, 2012
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    one can only dream
     
    Spydweb, Apr 25, 2012
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    masterchef341 The guy from The Notebook

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    Theoretically, anything can be done. All of your atoms might line up the right way and enable you to walk through a wall by chance.

    There's a point where something is impractical enough that it's ok if you just say it's not possible.
     
    masterchef341, Apr 25, 2012
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  8. trooper1414

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    thanks for the info guys.Appreciate it !!
     
    trooper1414, Apr 25, 2012
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  9. saturnotaku

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    Considering user-replaceable GPUs are found only on a very small percentage of notebooks, I'd say your dreams are better invested elsewhere. :eek:
     
    saturnotaku, Apr 25, 2012
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    Apple does not use modular GPUs. It's soldered onto the motherboard = no upgrade.
     
    Greg, Apr 25, 2012
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  11. warmongering

    warmongering Notebook Enthusiast

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    my school is switching to macs for the next incoming class, i keep telling them you are getting soldered components you will not be able to do inhouse repairs and if you must go mac at least do macbook pros.
     
    warmongering, Apr 25, 2012
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