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    Dell D830 Graphics problem.

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by willn58, Dec 29, 2007.

  1. willn58

    willn58 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I am having trouble running some graphic intense games such as counter strike source for more than 5 minutes. I have an NVS 140m with 256mb dedicated memory. I know it is not designed for games but the thing is, the card overheats and the frame rates normally at an average 100fps go down to 20fps in a few minutes.
    Is this supposed to happen or is a genuine problem and i should send the machine back since i've only had it for about 1 month.
    P.S I have noticed that as soon as the fan goes into action then the graphics is reduced at that moment. I really need a reliable stable system, Its not normal to go on a computer and have a limited time of about 10 minutes on a game then not be able to run anymore graphic intense games until the card has cooled down, which normally takes 5 hours at least.
     
    willn58, Dec 29, 2007
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    willn58 Notebook Enthusiast

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    any help, i've tried loads of drivers but the same thing happens each time..
     
    willn58, Dec 29, 2007
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    outkastland Notebook Evangelist

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    your running a beast of beasts. I'd expect er to get hot and bothered from time to time hehe
     
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    I have run graphic intense games (FS X, COD 4) for hours on end and have 0 problems. Your card should not be over heating or dropping from 100 fps to 20 fps.

    I'd call up dell and complain.

    On a side note: Are you using the dell drivers? I saw a big performance increase ditching the dell drivers and using the drivers on laptopvideo2go.
     
    RangerEdgeO2, Dec 31, 2007
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