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    Is it possible to change GPU video card?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by tuyulaneh, Nov 5, 2006.

  1. tuyulaneh

    tuyulaneh Notebook Consultant

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    Im interested in the Qosmio AV600 and as most people know the GPU kinda suck at geforce 7300. Is there any possibility to change the GPU within the laptop? The people at sony said its possible but it will void the warranty. Any other ideas on this? :)
     
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  2. Zero

    Zero The Random Guy

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    I'm not too familair on that particular model, but the general answer is No. Some notebooks have an MXM standard, where they can be changed, but even then a replacement card is expensive, and has to fit the thermal capacity of the notebook. Hope this helps.
     
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    tuyulaneh Notebook Consultant

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    Thank you so much for the quick reply :D
     
    tuyulaneh, Nov 5, 2006
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    It will void the waranty, and manufacturers don't like when people do it. You should save the trouble and find a laptop that comes with a more powerful GPU if you want one.
     
    matt.modica, Nov 5, 2006
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    Charles P. Jefferies, Nov 5, 2006
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