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    Dell GPU Upgrades 2

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Sipha, Feb 3, 2008.

  1. Sipha

    Sipha Notebook Enthusiast

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    In reference to this thread: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=215252

    I would just like to say I know it IS possible to upgrade this card as its removable and can be easily replaced with the 8600M GS/GT available as an option on this model.

    I was simply asking if it is possible to use any other cards, please do not reply if you dont know, as you may be spreading false information :)

    Many Thanks and Kind Regards.
     
    Sipha, Feb 3, 2008
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  2. Johnny T

    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    The GPU will be dell specific anyway (interms of physically sizes), so that would make it a no, and no you can NOT buy GPUs from dell. unless you have a 17'' like sager 570ru or the D901c or the asus C90...then the chances are no you cant by yourself.

    So no I am not spreading false info.
     
    Johnny T, Feb 3, 2008
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  3. Sipha

    Sipha Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yes you can lol

    You can purchase numerous Dell GPU's from eBay
     
    Sipha, Feb 3, 2008
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  4. Johnny T

    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I said you cant buy GPUs form dell ;) And fine go ahead and void your warranty :)
     
    Johnny T, Feb 3, 2008
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  5. Sipha

    Sipha Notebook Enthusiast

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    But that wasnt the question i asked johny if you read it properly ;)

    I said is it possible any other dell cards would fit.
     
    Sipha, Feb 3, 2008
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    No, you bloody can't switch out a dell 1520 card. Only the XPS 1710 because the 7900GTX and 7950GTX are almost the same in size and heat. So, no you can't switch out the card. so stop arguing.
     
    Crimsonman, Feb 3, 2008
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  7. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    You already posted this information and the thread was closed. This one is too.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Feb 3, 2008
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