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    what is pci graphics card?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by esphano, Jun 9, 2010.

  1. esphano

    esphano Notebook Consultant

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    Hi,
    I want to know what actually is pci card :confused: and can i use it with my xps m1530 :eek: ?
    Thanks.
     
    esphano, Jun 9, 2010
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    esphano Notebook Consultant

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    I mean what is pci express graphics card?
     
    esphano, Jun 9, 2010
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    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    The GPU in your notebook is a PCI Express graphics card...but it is built into the motherboard and cannot be changed.

    You are probably thinking/reading more about desktop graphics cards, which are truly modular.
     
    Greg, Jun 9, 2010
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