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    dv2000-I can't change my graphics card(as u say), is there a PCI graphics card?

    Discussion in 'HP' started by nermeen_el, Jan 21, 2009.

  1. nermeen_el

    nermeen_el Newbie

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    as i read before posting this topic,

    You can't Change your Graphics card

    is there any graphics card that i can use through the PCI express slot, or the the expansion port?

    the laptop is hp pavillion dv2000 (exactly: dv2132ea)

    I would appreciate any help, since i don't want to go through the hassle of changing my laptop.

    I just need a better vga card
     
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    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    HP sold the dv2000t series with a Geforce Go 7200 as an option. But you'll have to buy a new motherboard specifically with the Go 7200 since it is integrated into the motherboard.
     
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    but buying the motherboard is like buying a whole new laptop?
    how much would it cost?
     
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    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Direct from HP, it should cost around US$ 400 - 500. There are sellers on ebay selling around US $150. So, pricing depends on where you buy it from. You can still make use of the CPU, memory, HDD etc but thats pretty much your only option without purchasing a new system.
     
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    R4000 Notebook Virtuoso

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    Also keep in mind that although a Go 7200 is better than the GMA 950, don't expect stellar 3D performance after spending hundreds on a board. The 7200 is weaker than both the 8200M and HD3200 integrated chipsets available in today's notebooks.
     
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