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    Laptop to desktop gcard move?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by TwistedSociety, Oct 28, 2009.

  1. TwistedSociety

    TwistedSociety Notebook Consultant

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    Hello,
    I know this might sound stupid but would it be possible for an nvidia 8800 gts card from a gateway p6831 fx laptop to be moved into a desktop?
     
    TwistedSociety, Oct 28, 2009
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    No.........they are two entirely different form factors and designs.
     
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  3. Cheeseman

    Cheeseman Eats alot of Cheese

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    Other than the fact stated above the Gateway FX series don't have removable MXM graphics cards either.
     
    Cheeseman, Oct 28, 2009
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  4. TwistedSociety

    TwistedSociety Notebook Consultant

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    Alright, thanks for the help guys
     
    TwistedSociety, Oct 28, 2009
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  5. jenesuispasbavard

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    Besides, a similarly performing desktop card (9600 GT) would only cost $85.
     
    jenesuispasbavard, Oct 28, 2009
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