Upgrading graphics?

Hub13 · 08-11-2008, 02:17 PM

I have an Acer Aspire 3003LCi and it runs most games but counterstrike source will not run on my computer becuase I have a videocard card that is too weak I have learned that you cant put a normal videocard into a laptop so what are my options for upgrading my graphics as I dont think people sell videochips in stores how could I make it so my computer will run CSS please help if you can and thank you in advanced

**TriggerFinger** · 08-11-2008, 02:56 PM

Hi Hub13,

Most laptops have GPUs integrated on to the motherboard. Check your model if your GPU is integrated or not. If you are planning to do an upgrade, it may be possible if your motherboard supports the replacement and if the replacement would fit in your laptop.

Hub13 · 08-11-2008, 03:06 PM

so what does this mean where would i get a video chip and how do i check the GPUS?

**TriggerFinger** · 08-11-2008, 03:54 PM

The GPU is the video chip. As I said, check your motherboard if your video chip is integrated or not. Get hold of the service manual for your model and open up the laptop to see for yourself. Another way is to call ACER and ask them about your motherboard if it has an integrated video chip.

Hub13 · 08-11-2008, 04:18 PM

aha ok thank you but if i was gunna check for my self where how would i be able to tell. And supposing my motherboard was compatible or wutever where would I buy a graphics chip.Thank you for your help so far i really apprecieate it :)

**TriggerFinger** · 08-11-2008, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Hub13

aha ok thank you but if i was gunna check for my self where how would i be able to tell. -- this where the service manual comes in. Removal and replacement procedures are documented in the service manual. Of course you are not limited to this alone. You can Google or call ACER

And supposing my motherboard was compatible or wutever where would I buy a graphics chip. -- Well that depends but try eBay or other online computer parts shops. Again Google is your friend. Most often the store can answer questions on compatibility.

Lastly if you really want to play games and prefer doing it on a laptop, get an entertainment or gaming notebook: http://www.bizwaremagic.com/best_gaming_notebooks.htm

Thank you for your help so far i really apprecieate it :)

Hub13 · 08-11-2008, 06:47 PM

thanks this really helped but just a note i dont want to waste a tonne of money on a gaming laptop i just wanted my laptop to play css lol :P

08-11-2008, 02:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
Hub13 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 25 OS: widows xp	Upgrading graphics? I have an Acer Aspire 3003LCi and it runs most games but counterstrike source will not run on my computer becuase I have a videocard card that is too weak I have learned that you cant put a normal videocard into a laptop so what are my options for upgrading my graphics as I dont think people sell videochips in stores how could I make it so my computer will run CSS please help if you can and thank you in advanced

08-11-2008, 02:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
TriggerFinger Moderator Hardware Team Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: USA Posts: 11,826 OS: Vista SP1, XP SP3, PCLinuxOS2007	Re: Upgrading graphics? Hi Hub13, Most laptops have GPUs integrated on to the motherboard. Check your model if your GPU is integrated or not. If you are planning to do an upgrade, it may be possible if your motherboard supports the replacement and if the replacement would fit in your laptop. __________________ DBAN - Memtest86+ - BartPE - Linux LiveCD - ImgBurn - HDD Diags - Disk Copy HOW TO BURN AN ISO FILE

08-11-2008, 03:06 PM	#3 (permalink)
Hub13 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 25 OS: widows xp	Re: Upgrading graphics? so what does this mean where would i get a video chip and how do i check the GPUS?

08-11-2008, 03:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
TriggerFinger Moderator Hardware Team Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: USA Posts: 11,826 OS: Vista SP1, XP SP3, PCLinuxOS2007	Re: Upgrading graphics? The GPU is the video chip. As I said, check your motherboard if your video chip is integrated or not. Get hold of the service manual for your model and open up the laptop to see for yourself. Another way is to call ACER and ask them about your motherboard if it has an integrated video chip. __________________ DBAN - Memtest86+ - BartPE - Linux LiveCD - ImgBurn - HDD Diags - Disk Copy HOW TO BURN AN ISO FILE

08-11-2008, 04:18 PM	#5 (permalink)
Hub13 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 25 OS: widows xp	Re: Upgrading graphics? aha ok thank you but if i was gunna check for my self where how would i be able to tell. And supposing my motherboard was compatible or wutever where would I buy a graphics chip.Thank you for your help so far i really apprecieate it :) Last edited by Hub13; 08-11-2008 at 04:19 PM.

08-11-2008, 06:47 PM	#7 (permalink)
Hub13 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 25 OS: widows xp	Re: Upgrading graphics? thanks this really helped but just a note i dont want to waste a tonne of money on a gaming laptop i just wanted my laptop to play css lol :P