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    buying notebook graphics cards

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by cmk15, Jan 1, 2008.

  1. cmk15

    cmk15 Newbie

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    im new to this and i got the crappy 7600m card and i was wondering if there is any way that i can buy a new graphics card i looked but i cant find anything
     
    cmk15, Jan 1, 2008
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  2. StarScream4Ever

    StarScream4Ever Notebook Consultant

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    the reason is that notebook graphic cards are different from desktop graphic cards in which the notebook cards cannot be upgraded. So what you get is pretty much what you'll have to get use to.
     
    StarScream4Ever, Jan 1, 2008
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  3. Juz_Follow_ATI

    Juz_Follow_ATI ATI all the way

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    In notebooks, it's impossible to swap out the graphics card since they are all soldered onto the motherboard. However, this doesn't apply to Alienware and Dell plus a few other high end venders who tend to be able to exchange notebook graphics cards.
     
    Juz_Follow_ATI, Jan 1, 2008
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  4. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    You can't upgrade your graphics cards, please read the stickies before you post.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Jan 1, 2008
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