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    Dell 6970m gpu work on a msi gt660r?

    Discussion in 'MSI' started by destinationsky, Oct 25, 2013.

  1. destinationsky

    destinationsky Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi, would a Dell 6970m work in a msi gt660r? Thanks
     
    destinationsky, Oct 25, 2013
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    I think so yes, though watch out the 69xx series have not been the most reliable.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Oct 25, 2013
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    destinationsky Notebook Evangelist

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    is it a strait fit? No worries man, mine works rock solid and am selling it to get something more powerful :) Would a 5870m MSI gpu work in my Alienware m17x R3? (just till I get my 7970m)
     
    destinationsky, Oct 25, 2013
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    I think so, the 5870 heatsink in the MSI does need a little modding if I remember correctly.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Oct 25, 2013
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    Like Meaker has said it will work fine, but the heasink will require a slight mod. If you search on here you will find the mod fairly easily. Its very easy. A 6970m, 6990m, and 7970m will all work, and will require a slight mod of the 5870m heatsink. Or you can buy an official MSI 7970m heatsink from Majester MSI (PM him on these boards) and you can buy one for a direct fit and no mods.
     
    Talon, Oct 25, 2013
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