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    m17 revival

    Discussion in 'Alienware Area-51/Aurora and Legacy Systems' started by martynpd, Sep 10, 2011.

  1. martynpd

    martynpd Notebook Consultant

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    hello fellow alienware owners, im having a few problems trying to locate a new screen for my laptop.

    i currently have a 1920x1200 display for my m17r1

    im after a 1440x900 display instead, the reason behind it is my alienware laptop is no spring chicken any more, and i think in most games it struggles to run at its native resolution. any ideas where i can get a new one please? im located in the UK,
    thanks a lot for the assist.

    edit, also im after a new battery as well if you can help out. thanks again
     
    martynpd, Sep 10, 2011
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  2. usmc1488

    usmc1488 Notebook Evangelist

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    No reason to down grade to a lower performance screen. Just adjust the resolution in the game in the game settings menu.
     
    usmc1488, Sep 11, 2011
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  3. granyte

    granyte ATI+AMD -> DAAMIT

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    agreed usmc1488
     
    granyte, Sep 11, 2011
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    GallardosEggrollshop Notebook Evangelist

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    I agree as well. There is no need to downgrade the screen just play the games at a lower resolution.
     
    GallardosEggrollshop, Sep 15, 2011
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  5. Burningjs

    Burningjs Notebook Enthusiast

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    If ur still looking for a place to purchase a battery or any other part for your m17 r1 u can try ztronics.com they ship worldwide.
     
    Burningjs, Sep 15, 2011
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    infowarrior Notebook Consultant

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    Yeah man seriously don't downgrade the screen just play the games at lower levels like 720P or something similar to that. Upgrade/replace the parts if you need so, properly clean the machine and the fans!! Especially if it's overheating.
     
    infowarrior, Sep 17, 2011
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