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    compaq armada e500 mod

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by Lolface0512, Nov 25, 2016.

  1. Lolface0512

    Lolface0512 Newbie

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    hi guy's,

    I wondered if enyone could help me to mod a compaq armada e500 with modern internals?
     
    Lolface0512, Nov 25, 2016
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  2. Starlight5

    Starlight5 Yes, I'm a cat. What else is there to say, really?

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    @Lolface0512 there are a couple major problems with such total conversions - keyboard, touchpad, battery. Even if you put a modern compact mainboard and cooling inside, and make ports (through extenders, probably) - these problems will remain. Also, you won't fit any good display inside that chassis anyway.
     
    Starlight5, Nov 26, 2016
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  3. smartuy

    smartuy Notebook Guru

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    If you really wanted to you could, but wouldn't be better to buy a new laptop that has a somewhat retro look?
     
    smartuy, Jan 25, 2017
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