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Can I upgrade my video card on my Inspiron 1500?

Discussion in 'Mobile Computing' started by jdmnino, Feb 17, 2008.

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  1. jdmnino Newcomer, in training

    I purchased my Dell Inspiron 1500 almost a year ago. At the time when I picked out what I wanted for it, I kinda skipped out on the video card and just put on the basic 32 bit. I bought a game that I really wanted to play, but it needed double what I had. I go to Best Buy to see if I can change the video card and they say whatever I have is what I have. He also said if I wanted to upgrade the video card that I would be better off just buying a new laptop. Is that true?
    jdmnino, Feb 17, 2008
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  2. Matthew TechSpot Editor, Community Manager

    I'd assume your laptop's video card is integrated (meaning it is built into the motherboard) and I highly doubt your motherboard has an expansion slot for a new one. So, yes, it is probably true.
    Matthew, Feb 18, 2008
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  3. mscrx Newcomer, in training

    have a look here and check if there are upgrades available for your specific model
    mscrx, Feb 18, 2008
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  4. Matthew TechSpot Editor, Community Manager

    I already looked through the possible upgrades for the 1501 earlier and saw nothing just to spare you some time jdmnino.
    Matthew, Feb 18, 2008
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  5. jdmnino Newcomer, in training

    Thanks my friend, I didnt see anything either. I researched some sites and a lot of people said that once the laptop is made your basically stuck with what video card you have on it. Oh well...
    jdmnino, Feb 18, 2008
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  6. Matthew TechSpot Editor, Community Manager

    Yep, they pretty much never provide the flexibility as a desktop system. Most components are integrated or soldered, and they generally don't conform to industry standard form factors.
    Matthew, Feb 18, 2008
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