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    will this void the warrenty

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by pwillie, Feb 14, 2006.

  1. pwillie

    pwillie Notebook Consultant

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    i have a i1300 my dad got not the best i know so we were thinking of uping the harddrive to 100gig and a nine cell battery.is it worth it. and will it void the warrenty
     
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    That should be considered a user upgradable part. Most manufacturer's will not void the warranty for that.
     
    USAFdude02, Feb 14, 2006
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    well does anyone kno if the i1300 is compatible with the 100gb and 9 cell
     
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    i thought it was a dell not a ibm
     
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    Oops wrong computer. :)
     
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    Is there any other thing i can use to get more battery power.
    without cutting performance or power usage
     
    pwillie, Feb 14, 2006
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    The only thing that'll do that is an extra battery or a power outlet. Reguarding the HD replacement - Dell will probably make you place the old HD back in again for servicing.
     
    xAMDvsIntelx, Feb 14, 2006
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