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    Acer Aspire Upgrade to 8600M GT Issues

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Mack1982, Sep 15, 2008.

  1. Mack1982

    Mack1982 Notebook Consultant

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    Hi,
    I like so many others, I also tried to upgrade from my 8400M G to 8600M GT 512. However, after installation I can't seem to flash the BIOS. When I start the notebook, it asks me to reflash the MXM and then when windows starts, the resolution is at its mininum. If Vista autmatically installs the driver, i get the BSOD.

    I followed the following steps:

    However, I can't flash the .BIN file. NVflash says the file should be of type .ROM and some other.

    Any Advice.
     
    Mack1982, Sep 15, 2008
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  2. naton

    naton Notebook Virtuoso

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    I think you can change the extension from BIN to ROM an try to flash again.
     
    naton, Sep 15, 2008
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  3. Mack1982

    Mack1982 Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks man, Done. Installing Drivers now.
     
    Mack1982, Sep 15, 2008
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  4. naton

    naton Notebook Virtuoso

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    glad that my suggestion helped
     
    naton, Sep 15, 2008
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