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    Installing the 7900gs in an Inspiron 9400

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Gregoland, Jul 18, 2008.

  1. Gregoland

    Gregoland Newbie

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    Hi Guys,
    Is there a guide on how to install the 7900gs into a Inspiron 9400? I hear its a very good card :)
    Is it worth upgrading from an x1400?

    Many Thanks!

    Greg
     
    Gregoland, Jul 18, 2008
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  2. Satyrion

    Satyrion Notebook Deity

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    U cant upgrade a graphic card on most laptop

    P.S is there a sticky about this cuz i see people keep asking this question several times a day.
     
    Satyrion, Jul 18, 2008
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    In this case he can, but not to the 7900GS. This thread for which upgrade options are available and this thread for how to do the upgrade.
     
    Harleyquin07, Jul 18, 2008
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  4. Gregoland

    Gregoland Newbie

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    thanks for the links, It turns out my laptop is an E1705 so I can install the 7900gs!

    Thanks Guys!
     
    Gregoland, Jul 18, 2008
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    Burning Balls Notebook Evangelist

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    Make sure it's a "single pipe" version of the 7900gs.

    You can actually install a go 7950gtx in your E1705, but it will require a bit of case modding. I was going to do that, but then I decided that I didn't want to void my warranty. :D
     
    Burning Balls, Jul 18, 2008
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