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    Acer Aspire One AS7741Z-4475 Graphics Upgrade possible?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Brainless906, Mar 12, 2011.

  1. Brainless906

    Brainless906 Notebook Enthusiast

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    ok so i have this
    Acer Aspire One AS7741Z-4475
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    Specifications
    Mfr Part Number: AS7741Z-4475/LX.PY902.043
    Processor: Intel Pentium Dual-Core P6100(2.0GHz, 3MB Smart Cache)
    Chipset: Mobile Intel HM55 Express Chipset
    Memory: 4GB(2x 2GB) DDR3 SODIMM memory, Max Capacity upto 8GB
    Display: 17.3" (1600 x 900) High-Brightness TFT LCD Display, w/ LED backlight, Support Acer CineCrystal Technology
    Graphics Module: Integrated Intel HD Graphics Controller, w/ 128MB Video Memory
    Hard Disk: 320GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
    Audio: Integrated Audio CODEC; Built-in Speakers and Microphone
    Optical Storage: Integrated Super-Multi DVD±RW Drive
    Connectivity: Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet; IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN
    Interface: 3x USB 2.0 Ports; 1x VGA Port; 1x HDMI Port; 1x RJ45 LAN Port; 1x


    Operating System: Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit


    Is it possible for me to upgrade this laptop with any graphics card?
    if so which ones?

    ~thanks ahead of time,
    Brainless
     
    Brainless906, Mar 12, 2011
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  2. svl7

    svl7 T|I

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    No, you can't. It's an integrated Intel chip, this means it's soldered to your mobo.
     
    svl7, Mar 12, 2011
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  3. Tsunade_Hime

    Tsunade_Hime such bacon. wow

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    Yup, Intel IGP is soldered onto the motherboard. I would save up for a new notebook or sell this one.
     
    Tsunade_Hime, Mar 12, 2011
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  4. Brainless906

    Brainless906 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yes i thought as much.
    just double checking myself.
    much thanks :D
     
    Brainless906, Mar 12, 2011
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  5. Judicator

    Judicator Judged and found wanting.

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    Actually, the P6100 Pentium is Arrandale based, so the IGP is actually part of the CPU (like all Arrandales), and not soldered to the motherboard. Still not upgradable separately, though. :wink:

    Now, in theory, there might be a connector on the motherboard for a separate video card, if the AS7741Z ever came in a version with a discrete card... but that's really hard to say (and might involve a motherboard swap).
     
    Judicator, Mar 13, 2011
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  6. Zeptinune

    Zeptinune Notebook Evangelist

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    You could possibly do a motherboard swap which is what I was going to do. I just upgraded my laptop from one that was pretty much exactly like yours. Just sell your laptop and put a bit of extra money down to buy a new one like I did. I have never ever been happier with this laptop than I have ever been with another machine.
     
    Zeptinune, Mar 13, 2011
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  7. niffcreature

    niffcreature ex computer dyke

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    Yes, you could possibly upgrade to a 7738g motherboard with the MXM 3.0 slot or a 7745g motherboard with the ATI 5850 built in.
    Personally if I found either for under 200$ I would go for it.
     
    niffcreature, Mar 13, 2011
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  8. User Retired 2

    User Retired 2 Notebook Nobel Laureate NBR Reviewer

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    A $145-$175 GTX460 DIY ViDock per sig will work great with your Intel HD system. Though looks like you don't have a expresscard slot so please ensure you can access the mPCIe wifi card via underside covers instead.
     
    User Retired 2, Mar 13, 2011
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  9. Zeptinune

    Zeptinune Notebook Evangelist

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    You're talking about buying an external graphics booster? Those are extremely expensive and don't really give the boost that people need... honestly they're a discontinued project by Dell. Op should either sell his PC and buy a better one like I did or do what niffcreature said. Personally if the OP knows what he is doing and gets a board for under $200 I would definitely go with what niff said about getting a 5850.
     
    Zeptinune, Mar 14, 2011
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