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    Graphics Card Problem on Sony VGN-AR61M

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by Deatex, Jun 1, 2009.

  1. Deatex

    Deatex Newbie

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    I have a Sony Vaio laptop, model number VGN-AR61. It is factory installed with an Nvidia 8400M GT graphics card which seems to have failed. Vista disables the device fter the machine has been ruuning for 5-10 minutes, with the generic error code of windows disabling the device after it has stopped working.

    I read a thread somewhere that these graphics cards are prone to cooking themselves and failing.

    If the video card has failed, is it integrated into the motherboard or is it a part that can be changed?

    The machine failed 1 month after the warranty expired (13 months old). :mad:
     
    Deatex, Jun 1, 2009
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  2. Padmé

    Padmé NBR Super Pink Princess

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    Though this is a dedicated graphics card, Sony does not allow for exchange/swap out - it is soldered onto the motherboard.
     
    Padmé, Jun 1, 2009
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  3. jimmas

    jimmas Notebook Enthusiast

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    I would take this up with sony, firstly they must be aware that the graphics cards were a reported faulty batch, secondly I can not remember were but I read that legislation stated that warranty had to be offered up to 2 years I beleive and thirdly although the laptop is out of warranty it is still premature failure, request a company goodwill or contribution to the repairs.
     
    jimmas, Jun 2, 2009
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