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    Intel 5300 + Lenovo T61

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by g00z, Nov 5, 2009.

  1. g00z

    g00z Newbie

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    Hey

    Does anyone know if it's possible to replace the Intel 4965AGN with a Intel 5300 in a Lenovo T61?

    Thanks

    /g00z
     
    g00z, Nov 5, 2009
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  2. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    I think you can do it as long as you get a Lenovo-branded 5300. Not 100% sure of that, though; afaik, Lenovo's got this whitelisting thing going on which isn't very upgrade friendly.
     
    Commander Wolf, Nov 5, 2009
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  3. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Will it make much of a difference? Not in my opinion unless you've got a specific reason to do so.
     
    ZaZ, Nov 5, 2009
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  4. LoneWolf15

    LoneWolf15 The Chairman

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    4965AGN is a good card --there's very little reason to upgrade. Unless you have some reason to use Intel's MyWiFi technology, you're going to spend money you're unlikely to recoup in performance, or range.
     
    LoneWolf15, Nov 5, 2009
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  5. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    The reason to upgrade is if you're having an issue with the card. If not, it's worth the hassle, my opinion of course.
     
    ZaZ, Nov 5, 2009
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