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    If you have an older MXM laptop...

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by cdoublejj, Apr 3, 2013.

  1. cdoublejj

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    cdoublejj, Apr 3, 2013
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    D2 Ultima Livestreaming Master

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    Not a bad find, but a bit misleading on the title XD.
     
    D2 Ultima, Apr 4, 2013
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    feelgeorge13 Notebook Consultant

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    Many thanks I think I will just get my self a GT 240M, will it be as simple as plug in and use it? or would I have to update my bios? Do you know of any issues I might have?
    After thinking, I decided not to buy the HD4670 because of the over heating issues, I would like to play games on my Acer 6920g with out having to worry about frying my laptop. I will sell it at some point to buy an ultra book. So do you see me having any issues with a GT 240M?
    Thanks
    George
     
    feelgeorge13, Apr 12, 2013
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  4. Duct Tape Dude

    Duct Tape Dude Duct Tape Dude

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    I'm not sure this will work. Asus has used reversed MXM modules in the past, and sometimes the VBIOS is in the BIOS itself. I'm not sure about the C90p, but just a heads up.
     
    Duct Tape Dude, Apr 12, 2013
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    I have this same card in my Acer 5920G as does TriTurbo as well. They didn't ALWAYS reverse the MXM design, just for a long while.

    I updated my bios just in case but, as far as i know it's not required, i also updated my bios to the unofficial bios provided by NetRoller3D.
     
    cdoublejj, Apr 13, 2013
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    triturbo Long live 16:10 and MXM-B

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    The BIOS update is not needed, not to mention that it's risky. It would run just fine on the stock BIOS. So, get the card, a copper shim, bigger head screws, MX-4 (or other paste of choice) and you're good to go.
     
    triturbo, Apr 13, 2013
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    Oh ok nice, glad you guys seem a lot more informed about this than me!
     
    Duct Tape Dude, Apr 13, 2013
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    and don't forget the copper shim, i prefer to lap mine because they usually have ridges.
     
    cdoublejj, Apr 16, 2013
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