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    Is it still possible to assemble 3d vision laptop

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by unstableone, Sep 9, 2015.

  1. unstableone

    unstableone Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,
    The videocard (GF 670M) in my old 3d laptop (toshiba qosmio) has died and I'm looking for a replacement. Apparently it is MXM 3.0b card, but I probably won't be able to upgrade because I don't know where to get compatible vBios. I cannot find 670M for sale anywhere either, so I'm considering buying a new laptop.
    But it looks like 3d laptops aren't offered by manufacturers anymore.
    Is it still possible to order one from laptop boutiques?
    If not, is there a way to upgrade LCD panel in one of the latest generation laptops and enjoy 3d using external emitter? Did anyone did this?
    What are prerequisites? I read there can be issues with incompatible vBIOS and nvidia optimus.
    I understand it is probably possible to buy used 3d Alienware and upgrade GPU, but I would like to be able to use the same laptop in the office without any looks from coworkers.

    Any advice would be appreciated.
     
    unstableone, Sep 9, 2015
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