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    P170/150HM MXM upgrade

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by Tsunade_Hime, Jan 8, 2014.

  1. Tsunade_Hime

    Tsunade_Hime such bacon. wow

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    So I didn't see a specific thread about non Clevo MXM cards, will a P170HM accept like an MSI/Alienware MXM card or will it need a vBIOS flash to work? Or is it the best to buy a compatible Clevo card?

    Like I'm seeing MSI 7970M for ~350 shipped.
     
    Tsunade_Hime, Jan 8, 2014
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  2. ShadowOfScales

    ShadowOfScales Notebook Enthusiast

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    I believe MSI cards are for the most part compatible, and Dell cards are the only ones that tend to have issues (but still work, just fan speed issues).
    I have a P150HM with a Clevo 6990m, so I'm not really an expert, it's just what I've gathered over the 2 years of owning Clevo laptops, through these forums, and a few others.

    Edit: I apologize if I don't have the most amazing of an answer, but due to the fact no one else seems to bother replying to our question threads (I have a few of my own from a while back with no replies, on similar topics)
    I decided, it's probably for the best if I at least give what info I can. :)
     
    ShadowOfScales, Jan 8, 2014
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  3. Support.3@XOTIC PC

    Support.3@XOTIC PC Company Representative

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    It is best to get a Clevo card if you can find one priced the same. Typically Ebay from a reputable seller is your best bet.
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Jan 8, 2014
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  4. godlyatheist

    godlyatheist Notebook Evangelist

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    Dell card will not work. Need Clevo card with Clevo vbios, some MSI vbios will work.
     
    godlyatheist, Jan 9, 2014
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  5. Prostar Computer

    Prostar Computer Company Representative

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    There are some cases where a Dell card will work with a vBIOS flash, but generally you're risking a can of worms in going with another manufacturer's card. The safest bet is to opt for a Clevo card.
     
    Prostar Computer, Jan 10, 2014
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