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    Failed GPU Replacement Options

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by JigoloPete21, May 15, 2010.

  1. JigoloPete21

    JigoloPete21 Notebook Guru

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    Hi There,

    I have a Sager 9261 and my Nvidia GeForce GO 7950 GTX failed a few months ago. I've been able to still use the computer as long as I don't install the display drivers. However, I've come to the point where I'd like to replace the GPU and I was wondering if there are other options besides replacing/repairing the 7950 GTX. I really don't use graphic intensive apps anymore, so I don't need a powerful GPU. Anyways, I'm looking for the most affordable option to get my notebook back to normal. Sager offered to repair the GPU for about $300. Are there any other better/cheaper options for me just to get a different/less powerful GPU into my computer?

    Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

    Thank You!
     
    JigoloPete21, May 15, 2010
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  2. Mike570U

    Mike570U Notebook Consultant

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    I would go with Sager or EBAY. XoticPC wanted $540 for that card. I don't know if it was just my NP5760, but its 7950 used a unique interface and so the options were quite limited.

    You could attempt to "Bake" the card to reflow the solder.
     
    Mike570U, May 15, 2010
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  3. sp-1

    sp-1 Notebook Consultant

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    Why not at least try to bake the card may fix the problem for a while.
     
    sp-1, May 15, 2010
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  4. JigoloPete21

    JigoloPete21 Notebook Guru

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    Simply Amazing! I baked the card for 8 minutes at 385 Degree F, and it worked! I wonder how long the solution will last though...can anyone vouch for how long this will last and if the process can be constantly repeated?

    Thanks again!
     
    JigoloPete21, May 15, 2010
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  5. ettornio

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    It is really only a temporary solution until you are able to procure a new video card. Continuous baking won't work forever.
     
    ettornio, May 15, 2010
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  6. sp-1

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    Some have had them last for a long time, it is a crap shoot. You can bake it over and over if you want but there are no guarantees.
     
    sp-1, May 16, 2010
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