laptop video memory

[redass1876]

is there any way to expand it (video memory seeing as how i only have 32mb) in my Toshiba Satellite, or am i just screwed in that department?

 

[Super6]

Check out Crucial and do a search on your model.

Super6

 

[DarkNephree]

Which model Satellite are you using? I'm using the S503 and I haven't been interested in upgrading the RAM. However, your post got me thinking. So I started to dig here and I found some stuff on some branded memory. Good luck!

 

[redass1876]

looking on how to upgrade VIDEO memory....not regular...thanks though....any other suggestions?

 

[EnderNine]

Video memory is built into the graphics card.. you would have to buy a new laptop video card.. and make sure it fits..

 

[redass1876]

yeah, but it is possible to just buy a graphics card for a laptop? i wouldnt have to buy a new mobo or anything?

 

[EnderNine]

Yeah.. you can buy mobility graphics cards I'm almost positive of it.. check online retailers.

 

[redass1876]

what would i search for, mobility graphics card?

 

[stinkycheese]

For Dell computers, you can buy them from the spare parts department. I would try to find out if Toshiba has something similar.

 

[dnuggett]

Very few laptops have expandable graphics past what is already installed. The exception I know of is Voodoo and Dell Inspirons. I don't think your Toshiba has the option... but what model is it?

The reason most lack tha ability to upgrade is becasue the card is permannet on the board. If you know how to de-solder and re-solder you may be in luck but you'll need to figure out compatibility.

 

[Alptraum]

Yeah, as others have said you can upgrade the video on some laptops. But most you can not. Check with Toshibe to see if its an option. Usually you are just stuck with whatever they come with. But on a few models you can upgrade.

 

[redass1876]

i have a Toshiba Satellite A15-S129 ... i dont know how to find if it is upgradable, anyone wanna help?

thanks