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    Upgrading dv6t gpu

    Discussion in 'HP' started by brenms, Jun 5, 2011.

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    Anyone know anyone that sells laptop gpus?
     
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    These systems have the GPU on the systemboard. If you got a Intel HD model then could swap systemboards to get the Radeon version. Probably need a new heatsink/fan to go with it.

    Other option: if you have a i3/i5 version with Intel HD AND have an accessible mPCIe slot, then could do a x1.Opt eGPU, eg: GTX460 setup. See http://forum.notebookreview.com/gaming-software-graphics-cards/418851-egpu-experiences.html for details.
     
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    "Other option: if you have a i3/i5 version with Intel HD AND have an accessible mPCIe slot, then could do a x1.Opt eGPU, eg: GTX460 setup. See eGPU experiences for details."

    How much does the ViDock cost? I currently have an i5 along with a 5650m and an intel HD 3000. Is there a transfer bandwidth, and would that inhibit the performance of the gpu to where it wouldn't be as affective as a built in gpu?
     
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    Answers to your questions and more are in http://forum.notebookreview.com/gaming-software-graphics-cards/418851-egpu-experiences.html . Could do a GTX460 setup for < $200 with some selective sourcing of parts.
     
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    うんうん、分かった
    ぇぇぇ、＄２００はちょっと高いだろう
     
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    It would be $77 + cost of GPU ( GT430/ GTS450/GTX460) + ATX PSU. THe PSU can be freebie if look around. The video card can be had cheaper if buy s/h.

    If you already have a HD5650 then that would be the only solution with your existing system. Perhaps time to upgrade the whole notebook to a new DV6 with a HD6770?
     
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    Oh, one quick questions. Is it possible to accommodate a 6850 or 6950 with my current system?
     
    brenms, Jun 16, 2011
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    Not likely. The thermals would kill your machine if its not built specifically to cope with those cards. Also power draw would be an issue too.

    I think youd save yourself a lot of hassle by just buying a new laptop with those cards in if you have the cash.
     
    kurosawa79, Jun 16, 2011
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    if you're lookign to have upgradability on your laptop, you should've gone with an alienware or a clevo :\
     
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    We're talking about external gpus here, so heat isn't even a factor.
     
    brenms, Jun 16, 2011
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