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    Graphics card (discrete) swap on Latitude d830 - possible?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Pantherburn, Apr 11, 2008.

  1. Pantherburn

    Pantherburn Newbie

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    Are the discrete cards soldered? Anyone know? TIA.

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    Pantherburn
     
    Pantherburn, Apr 11, 2008
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    There isn't much point though, as the cards are specific to Dell notebooks and you can't just pop another one in there.
     
    Greg, Apr 11, 2008
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  3. Johnny T

    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Sorry it is not possible. :( Have a look at the gaming section stickies.
     
    Johnny T, Apr 11, 2008
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  4. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    D830 GPU is also soldered to the motherboard. Not just another drop-in Dell card.
     
    Commander Wolf, Apr 11, 2008
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    Oh crap...I thought the discrete Latitudes had modular chips too...
     
    Greg, Apr 11, 2008
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