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    Need help ... VIDOCK 4 plus with M4700

    Discussion in 'e-GPU (External Graphics) Discussion' started by MibuWolf, Feb 15, 2013.

  1. MibuWolf

    MibuWolf Notebook Consultant

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    Hi guys, I'm having a hard time trying to find out if the expresscard is a 2.0 version in the m4700. I heard the 2.0 has less performance loss. I'm trying to use it with a GTX 570. I understand there are DIY docks but I like the VIDOCK for the simplicity and cleanliness.

    Thank you!
     
    MibuWolf, Feb 15, 2013
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  2. EpicBlob

    EpicBlob Notebook Evangelist

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    Hello,

    Which version of the m4700 do you own? Could you list the computer specs? Given the computer is relatively new and uses ivy bridge processors, the expresscard unit would be 2.0.
     
    EpicBlob, Feb 16, 2013
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  3. MibuWolf

    MibuWolf Notebook Consultant

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    Hi, the specs are:
    Dell Precision M4700
    Intel Core 3rd Generation i5-3320M Processor
    NVIDIA Quadro K1000M with 2GB GDDR3
    Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit Operating System
    15.6 INCH UltraSharp FHD (1920x1080)
    4.0GB, DDR3-1600MHz SDRAM, 2 DIMMS

    I'll be using my GTX 570.
     
    MibuWolf, Feb 16, 2013
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    dummyaccount Newbie

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    Are the graphics switchable?
    3rd gen (sandy bridge) laptops are EC 2.0 capable.
     
    dummyaccount, Feb 18, 2013
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    Northern-Loop Notebook Guru

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    Did you have any luck with this?

    I have a Dell M6700 and my GTX 670 viia the ViDock is only using at 1x 1.1/2?

    Is it possible to get it running at 2x or even 4x at 2.0?
     
    Northern-Loop, Mar 1, 2013
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