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    Want to add eGPU to my Dell XPS 13 - Some quick questions.

    Discussion in 'e-GPU (External Graphics) Discussion' started by os4, Feb 14, 2016.

  1. os4

    os4 Newbie

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    Hi,


    As the title says i'm looking to add a eGPU to my Dell XPS 13 2015 (model number 9343-2727SLV), Specs at the bottom. I need some help to review everything i'm purchasing before I go through with it to make sure everything is compatible and i'm buying the right parts.



    1) Adapter: [NGFF Version] V8.0 EXP GDC Beast Laptop External Independent Video Card Dock - http://www.banggood.com/NGFF-Versio...al-Independent-Video-Card-Dock-p-1009978.html - I purchased the NGFF version as the Dell XPS 13 seems to be using this chip for its wireless card. (source: https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Dell+XPS+13+Teardown/36157)

    2) Power Supply: Dell 220W DA-2 AC Power Supply Adapter - http://www.amazon.com/Dell-OptiPlex-D220P-01-ADP-220AB-ZVC220HD12S1/dp/B00CFGVWXG

    3) Video Card: EVGA 02G-P4-3751-KR G-SYNC Support GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB 128-Bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 Video Card - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

    4) Wireless Adapter: (to replace the wireless card i'm disconnecting) - http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-Arche...722&sr=1-4&keywords=5ghz+usb+wireless+adapter



    Total Cost: ~$200



    Am I missing anything? Are these all the parts required to complete a eGPU setup. Thanks for any help. I'll keep everyone updated on my progress as I go through everything. Also If anyone has any advice as to going through the process it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!







    Tech specs
    Display

    13.3 in Full HD (1920 x 1080) infinity display

    Processor
    Intel Core i5-5200U 2.20 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.70 GHz

    Memory
    4GB DDR3L 1600 MHz

    Hard drive size
    128GB SSD

    Operating system
    Windows 10, 64-bit

    PC type
    Laptop

    Optical drive
    None

    Media drive
    Media card reader

    Audio
    Waves MaxxAudio

    Video
    Intel HD Graphics 5500

    Ports
    2 USB 3.0 • Mini DisplayPort • Headphone output/Microphone input combo

    Battery
    52 WHr, 4-cell (15 hours)*

    Camera
    Integrated webcam

    Wireless
    802.11ac (Miracast enabled)

    Bluetooth
    Bluetooth 4.0

    Dimensions
    11.98 x 7.88 x 0.33-0.60 in (304.29 x 200.15 x 8.38-15.24 mm)

    Weight
    2.60 lbs (1.17 kg)

    Color
    Silver

    Other
    Model number: XPS9343-2727SLV • TPM 2.0 • Touchpad dimensions: 105 x 60 mm • Keyboard travel: 1.5 mm • Backlit keyboard
     
  2. Qton

    Qton Newbie

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    Just wondering, I know I'm a little late, but how did your setup go? I would like to do the same but I want to make sure it worked out alright first.
     
  3. wheelz

    wheelz Newbie

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    I would also very much like to know if you were able to make it work with the Dell XPS 13. I seem to have the exact same laptop (without lightning port) and I am unsure if I can make it work.