[Graphics Cards] Replacing GTX 260m for GTX 580m

[zehcoutinho]

Hello,

I have an Alienware m15x with a GTX 260m card. I'm thinking about upgrading to a GTX 580m. Can I just replace it?

Thank you,

Zeh

 

[hijaxhfx]

Far as i know Laptop video cards are integrated into the motherboard and so can not be changed

 

[GI_JONES]

You would have to contact Alienware, to if there is an upgrade option for that laptop. Most of them are not upgradeable, and I dont think that madel is, but check. If you can upgrade I doubt if you could go to a 560m, as usually upgrades of this type are limited to what was the best available at the time.

 

[Pyree]

GTX 260m is a MXM 3.0 type B card like the GTX 560m and GTX 580m but I don't think there is enough power and/or cooling for GTX 580m. GTX 560m may be ok though. Also there is the bios recognition problem. Check with Dell for definite answer.

 

[zehcoutinho]

Thanks for the replies guys. I'll check with Dell.

 

[zehcoutinho]

Best answer selected by zehcoutinho.

 

[Mousemonkey]

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