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how to upgrade my laptop for better graphics

Discussion in 'Computers and Technology' started by Jebof, Jan 3, 2011.

how to upgrade my laptop for better graphics

Discussion in 'Computers and Technology' started by Jebof, Jan 3, 2011.

  1. Jebof

    Jebof New Member

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    alright, i got a macbook pro, with the following specs, and would like to improve my sc2 graphics, so i was wondering what is more important, either improving my ram or my graphics card, thanks in advance.

    NVIDIA GeForce 9400M (256 mb)
    and ddr3 ram memori with 2gb, which one should i upgrade first?
     
  2. Fenix

    Fenix Moderator

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    If you can upgrade your card, do that first.

    Can you? Laptops are difficult, and Macbooks are Apple, doubly so.
     
  3. Epiclepsy

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    I agree with Fenix. I'm a genius when it comes to PCs, but Macs, I've barely know much about, besides the fact that I prefer working on PCs and I enjoy my two buttoned mice. ;)

    Anywho, as I was saying, I agree with Fenix. I don't think you could upgrade a GPU in a Laptop, especially it being a Mac.

    If I'm wrong, please surprise me. Like I said, I'm no pro at Macs, so...
     
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    What laptop would you suggest me that can run BF:BC2 and MW2 and under 800
     
  5. Epiclepsy

    Epiclepsy New Member

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    All apple computers now have two button mice.. Been that way for awhile..

    More then likely you can't upgrade that laptop its not just an apple downfall its more of a laptop thing in general.. Graphics cards generally get bigger as they get better for some reason and you cannot make more room in the laptop. Usually that is the reason why, just not enough room.
     
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    Epiclepsy New Member

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    Most laptops cannot upgrade GPU's, unless it's a special laptop that was actually custom built by someone. If it was manufactured, then you cannot.

    And like I said, I don't know TOO much about Macs. I didn't even know they used two buttons now. Lol.
     
  8. Fenix

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    [​IMG]

    Not to start a flame war, but two buttons? I know they can use third party mice, and I know there's technically a second sensor for right click (that is hard as hell to hit), but that is definitely one clicky.
     
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    ImLikeYes New Member

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    It's easy to hit, plus it does have a second click button under the outer shell. Much like every other two button mouse..


    [​IMG]

    Outer shell does make it look like it doesn't but it clearly does, even if it doesn't have that little line to show you that it does like the one below.


    [​IMG]

    But sadly even on brand new macs you have to set the mouse to actually use the second click function, they are not set up automatically. :p Fail on their part.
     
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    you know what? i hate to think that there is no way to Jigger Rig a external Graphics card into a lap top! I really do feel That it can be done! the question is really is where are those people who have done it! im sure it has been done! id like to keep this forum open maybe get some pictures and instructions and or something to the sort for the most innovative way to beef up your laptop!!