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Topic started on Aug 3, 2012 1:11 PM , last reply on Aug 4, 2012 11:12 AM

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tanto65
tanto65
2 posts since
Aug 3, 2012

Hi folks, was wondering if it is possible to change the graphics card in my Vaio FZ21Z as I am sure it is suffering from the Nvidia failure problem. I am in contact with Sony regarding a possible free repair from them as I have argued that they did not notify me either by email or through the Vaio updates that there could be a possible problem with graphics chip/card.The laptop was purchased in March 2008 and although the 4 year ''warranty extension'' has expired they are looking at a free repair. Would changing the card myself be worth it or not? Any ideas on which card I should change to and possible cost?

 

Thanks for any help,

 

Dave.


  • Blencogo
    Blencogo
    10,957 posts since
    Dec 22, 2004
    Written on Aug 3, 2012 7:12 PM

    Hi Dave and welcome.

     

    Unfortunately, you cannot change the graphics card as it is soldered into the motherboard and not economic to replace.

     

    If Sony do a repair, they will completely replace the whole motherboard - which is an expensive repair and not really worth the cost for the user to do themselves as you could probably buy a new notebook for the retail cost of the repair.

     

    If things don't work out with Sony, it is worth investigating a "Reflow" or "Reballing" repair - try Google for details.

     

    Good Luck.

     



  • tanto65
    tanto65
    2 posts since
    Aug 3, 2012
    Written on Aug 4, 2012 11:12 AM

    Thanks for the quick reply Blencogo, will see what Sony decide to do. They are to call us back on Monday with a decision.Wife wants me to go for an Apple Mac as she had probs with another Vaio previously.

    Thanks again,

    Dave.


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