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Old 10-09-2005, 10:39 AM
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laptop graphics

Might be a stupid optimistic question, but...
I have a Gateway 7330GZ (blech for gaming, I know), and I was wondering if there was any physical way to replace my graphics card. I'm aware that Gateway and other non-desktop replacements aren't supposed to be upgradeable, but, after backing up the hard drive before screwing around, I didn't know if I could still buy a laptop-oriented card, open the case, and replace the card.
If it's at all possible, I think I'll wait until my warranty expires, because if I tried doing it now I'm sure the warranty would go out the window.

BTW, a bit OT, but just of curiosity are the specs on this "Super PC" optimum for gaming these days?

http://www.mysuperpc.com
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Old 10-15-2005, 05:19 PM
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You cannot upgrade the graphics chip on a laptop for two reasons:
1. Chip is custom built and soldered on to the motherboard under laboratory conditions.
2. Ever tried looking for a laptop graphics chip replacement?
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Old 10-15-2005, 06:16 PM
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I know you can get notebook graphics, I've found them before (damn hard to find, and I know some are upgradeable simply depending on the company, a friend has done it successfully), but I didn't know they were soldered.
Bah, Gateway, I'm screwed. :/ Should've gotten a Toshiba...
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Old 10-16-2005, 11:27 PM
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Reason why I get Dell labtop since i can always get upgrades. hehe. Yet it ain't cheapeither.
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