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    integrated to dedicated graphics card

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by jpannnn, Jul 6, 2008.

  1. jpannnn

    jpannnn Newbie

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    Hi, I have an Acer extensa 5620-6830 and I was just wondering if it was possible to somehow upgrade the integrated video card to a dedicated one? It currently has a X3100 Media Accelerator integrated graphics chip. Thanks in advance!
     
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  2. Johnny T

    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    No, please read the stickies in the gaming forum. Thanks.
     
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    schoolboydj Notebook Guru

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    Mmm. I've heard it's possible, but rather it's worth it or not is a different story. You'd have to find someone that can take it off the motherboard (it's melted there), without destroying the computer :p.

    Another option is getting external graphics. I'm not sure if it's released yet, but look around.

    The better option would be to sell your current laptop and buy a new one.
     
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    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    You too, go read the stickies.
     
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    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Please read the sticky. End of story.

    Answer: NO upgrade is possible.
     
    Greg, Jul 6, 2008
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