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    changing parts on XPS 1640???

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by tubbo16, Jan 27, 2010.

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    tubbo16 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi guys, I just purchased a refurb XPS 1640. Its got pretty good specs for the price. P8700, 4670, 16" RGB 1080p., 4GB, 320 HD. The things it seems to be lacking are:
    1. Backlit keyboard??? I assumed these were standard. Am I wrong?
    2. Bluetooth
    3. Slot loading DVD. It appears to be a tray system???

    I love all the other specs on this system and I'm super excited about the screen. I plan on getting an aftermarket bluray drive. So, my question is can I upgrade all of these things on my own? Is the keyboard swappable with a backlit one? Can I add the internal bluetooth card? and can I replace the non-slot loading DVD drive with a slot-loading bluray drive??? Parts seem to be readily available on ebay.

    Please let me know if this is possible as I may cancel the order if not. Thanks.
     
    tubbo16, Jan 27, 2010
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