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    Replace graphics card with different card

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by bfackrell, Apr 7, 2010.

  1. bfackrell

    bfackrell Newbie

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    I have a Dell XPS M1710 and I’ve been having issues with the graphics card (Part# GU067, Graphics, 512MB, IUPGA4B Mid-Life Kicker). Can I replace this with a different card? If I can, how can I find compatible cards?
     
    bfackrell, Apr 7, 2010
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  2. flipfire

    flipfire Moderately Boss

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    I believe the best card you can get is a 7950GTX. Is this what you currently have?
     
    flipfire, Apr 7, 2010
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  3. bfackrell

    bfackrell Newbie

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    Yes, that is the card that I have but since I'm on my second one I'm affraid that this card might be garbage. So, since they cost over $300 I'd like to find a better card.
     
    bfackrell, Apr 7, 2010
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  4. Pitabred

    Pitabred Linux geek con rat flail!

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    There really isn't a better card. Your next best option is probably to sell it and get a new machine.
     
    Pitabred, Apr 7, 2010
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  5. bfackrell

    bfackrell Newbie

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    Sad thing is; it is practically new. Dell replaced the heat sink, processor, mother board and graphics card. Now I'm out of warranty with another dead graphics card. I used to love Dell but after a two year struggle with both the computer and Dell’s technical support I'm done with them. :mad:
     
    bfackrell, Apr 7, 2010
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    key001 Notebook Evangelist

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    once your graphics card dies, bake it in the oven
     
    key001, Apr 7, 2010
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    sean473 Notebook Prophet

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    In fact , if u don't want to spend ur money , just bake ur card.. it might just work otherwise just sell ur laptop for scrap and buy a new one.
     
    sean473, Apr 7, 2010
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  8. spaghetticheese

    spaghetticheese Notebook Smasher

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    served with fries is the best bet.

    :D

    but ye give it a go. 180 degrees C for about 8 minutes, its supposed to reform broken solder points and lines.

    i will be doing this on my card in the near future
     
    spaghetticheese, Apr 7, 2010
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