M17x-R2 Video Card Upgrade

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M17x-R2 Video Card Upgrade

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Hi There,

I am wondering if I can put a AMD 6990m into my M17xR2.

it appears to be all the same dimensions etc, but I need to know for sure before I go purchasing anything.

Regards,

Dacce

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  • I'll change the statement a bit.

    We won't support the 6990 on the m17x R2 if it still has warranty. It's not an official upgrade.There have been users who have installed this video card in their systems and it has worked fine. Some tweaks may be needed (changing vBIOS and modifying driver files). Also issues may arise that may affect your previous experience with your Alienware system on a negative way. If you still want to do the upgrade, there are some tutorials online that will show you all you need in order to make it.

    Here is an example.

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  • Hi Dacce,

    Alienware 17x R2 is compatible and tested with ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4870 / HD 5870.

    The AMD Radeon HD 6990M Graphics is not tested on Alienwware 17x R2.

    Thanks & Regards
    Rajesh R
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  • Dell-Rajesh R

    The AMD Radeon HD 6990M Graphics is not tested on Alienwware 17x R2.


    If this is true, then why is it that when I go to the Alienware Trade-In Program website: https://dell.trade-in-platform.com/Programs/ProgramView.aspx?pid=30&mid=66 > Select: Laptop > m17x R2, the list of compatible video cards range from AMD 4870m to 6990m CrossFire and Nvidia GTX 260m to GTX 670m SLI??? I think there is more than meets the eye with you tech support guys.
  • I'll change the statement a bit.

    We won't support the 6990 on the m17x R2 if it still has warranty. It's not an official upgrade.There have been users who have installed this video card in their systems and it has worked fine. Some tweaks may be needed (changing vBIOS and modifying driver files). Also issues may arise that may affect your previous experience with your Alienware system on a negative way. If you still want to do the upgrade, there are some tutorials online that will show you all you need in order to make it.

    Here is an example.

    Luis Porras
    Dell | Alienware Technical Support Alienware Arena
    Opening your case and/or replacing parts yourself does not void your warranty!
    YouTube Logo Check out our disassemble videos on YouTube
    If you need extra assistance please use Facebook Logo Twitter Logo, I can't always reply to PM's