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    Alienware 17 2013 R5 motherboard replacement ?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by jpnankervis, Jul 25, 2014.

  1. jpnankervis

    jpnankervis Notebook Enthusiast

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    My Alienware 17 2013 with i7 4700 and Nvidia 765 gtx is starting to die. Took it to a technician, mentioned that the motherboard is in bad shape and needs to be replaced. The machine is out of warranty with Alienware. So, I need to get a new one out of my own pocket, but cant find one. Ebay and amazon don't carry the option for the newest alienware models. Anyone knows where can I get it ?
     
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    jpnankervis Notebook Enthusiast

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    Forgot to mention, Dell wants almost $500 bucks for a new one, which is insane.
     
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    tilleroftheearth Wisdom listens quietly...

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    Time for a new notebook. :( :)
     
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    ThatOldGuy Notebook Virtuoso

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    Thats an average price if they are doing all the labor too. I did find one on ebay, but picture sucks and there are no details, I would contact the seller first to make sure its right

    Alienware 17 Motherboard | eBay

    You won't find many AW 17 boards for about another year, as the model is only a year old July 20th.
     
    ThatOldGuy, Jul 25, 2014
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