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    m11x r1 graphics switching

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by dmccouch, Dec 24, 2010.

  1. dmccouch

    dmccouch Notebook Enthusiast

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    how do you switch between the integrated and the dedi graphics? I have the r1 any help? I dont think I have optimus..
     
    dmccouch, Dec 24, 2010
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    zchay7e Notebook Consultant

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    Press on your keyboard "Fn +F6". It should say "Binary Gfx" on the F6 button.

    In your bios you must have graphics settings as "switchable", not "dedicated".
     
    zchay7e, Dec 24, 2010
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    Kriiis Notebook Enthusiast

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    Sorry,noob question but what is the difference? Performance wise?
     
    Kriiis, Dec 24, 2010
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    bavman Notebook Evangelist

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    dedicated allows you to plays games at decent settings but takes your battery life to 2-3 hours. Integrated cant really play games but gives you the best battery life.
     
    bavman, Dec 24, 2010
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    Integrated graphics give you more battery life while dedicated graphics give you more power for gaming. You gotta pick what's more important for the situation at hand.
     
    first_leviathan, Dec 24, 2010
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