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    Dell XPS 1530M Graphics Card Question

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Guitarsmasher, Jan 9, 2008.

  1. Guitarsmasher

    Guitarsmasher Notebook Enthusiast

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    I just ordered a Dell XPS 1530M a couple days ago. Does anyone know if I am able to upgrade the graphics card from a nvidia 8600GT to something better (such as a 8800M GTX) without having to make major modifications? (such as a new motherboard)

    Thanks in advance for the help!
     
    Guitarsmasher, Jan 9, 2008
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    You will not be able to unless the 1530 were to somehow be released by Dell with said card. An 8800GTX will never fit in a 15.4" frame anyway if you ask me.
     
    Greg, Jan 9, 2008
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  3. Guitarsmasher

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    Ok, well thank you anyways. I'm sure the 8600GT will still do a decent job in gaming wise.
     
    Guitarsmasher, Jan 9, 2008
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  4. M1530

    M1530 Notebook Evangelist

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    The 8600GT will run just about anuthing even Crysis though you will have to use medium settings.
     
    M1530, Jan 9, 2008
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  5. JCMS

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    Alienware doesn't think so.

    But it will probably be able to make some grill cheese, or eggs
     
    JCMS, Jan 9, 2008
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  6. M1530

    M1530 Notebook Evangelist

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    Not to mention it will be thick, heavy, and cost over 3K
     
    M1530, Jan 9, 2008
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  7. nic.

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    Yea... just look at how thick is the m15x.
     
    nic., Jan 9, 2008
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