High_Voltage Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 They do have their own variant of switchable graphics, though. IIRC it also works by switching with Intel integrated graphics. But yeah, looks like in our case Optimus is the only solution for switchable graphics. Yet, it looks like thanks to some new features in Windows 10 it should be possible to get internal screen working using these clever hacks. By doing this, one can get internal screen operation with AMD cards and on computers like Y500/Y400, which have their Intel GPU permanently disabled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuneroll Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 (edited) So, I flashed bios from this topic and try gpu for the first time. Y500, Rx 560 4GB(without self power. Pasive) I did setup nothing. I use 2 ext monitor and int monitor on latop. Later I´ll try some games. I´m going to try nvidia gpu. I´ll post result. If I disconnect or connect GT650M, it´s look like same. Only in notification are i see Nvidia icon. Edited April 18, 2018 by Kuneroll 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuneroll Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 (edited) With Nvidia HD 7950 is functioless. In device manager i don´t see any other GPU then GT650M Edited April 18, 2018 by Kuneroll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuneroll Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 With Nvidisa HD 7950 is funcionless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bos Maior Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 1 hour ago, Kuneroll said: With Nvidisa HD 7950 is funcionless Hey Kuneroll, Do you mean the AMD card does work, and the NVIDIA cards don't? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuneroll Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 2 hours ago, Bos Maior said: Hey Kuneroll, Do you mean the AMD card does work, and the NVIDIA cards don't? Right. Device manager doesn't see nvidia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High_Voltage Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Very cool! Another successful result with the y500 version of the mod! Regarding the non-working Nvidia, can you check the model of the card? The HD7950 is an AMD GPU, not Nvidia. Also, did you make sure that separate power (6pin/8pin connectors) is supplied to the card before testing? I personally don't see any reason for Nvidia not to work, as @Swung Huang has previously reported GTX 1070 working on Y400. Therefore whatever model your card is, the problem is most likely the card itself, not the BIOS mod or the adapter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swung Huang Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 9 hours ago, Kuneroll said: With Nvidia HD 7950 is functioless. In device manager i don´t see any other GPU then GT650M Do you mean your eGPU doesn't show up in the device manager? It seems like a incorrect connection. not bios problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuneroll Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, High_Voltage said: Regarding the non-working Nvidia, can you check the model of the card? The HD7950 is an AMD GPU, not Nvidia. Also, did you make sure that separate power (6pin/8pin connectors) is supplied to the card before testing? Sorry HD7950 is AMD. Yes I used separate power, it has 2x 6pin. Fans are spin. Edited April 18, 2018 by Kuneroll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High_Voltage Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 So, one AMD card worked, but the other didn't. I wonder whether the problem is really the card or something else. Do the fans spin up at all? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuneroll Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 (edited) Y500 It works with other Nvidia. GTS250 1GB. 2x ext display also int laptop display Edited April 18, 2018 by Kuneroll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuneroll Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 (edited) So, Hd7950 also works fine on all three displays, 2x ext and int laptop. Edited April 18, 2018 by Kuneroll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuneroll Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Thanks so much High_Voltage for moded bios. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High_Voltage Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 What was the problem with HD7950 then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuneroll Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 30 minutes ago, High_Voltage said: What was the problem with HD7950 then? I don't know. It is giant gpu,maybe was bad connect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swung Huang Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 14 minutes ago, Kuneroll said: I don't know. It is giant gpu,maybe was bad connect. It could be. Sometimes I experienced the fan spinning while the graphics card is not actually showing up. It's probably caused by a poor contact and can be easily fixed by reconnecting or sth like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MWichni Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 23 hours ago, High_Voltage said: So you're saying it works with internal screen now? This is awesome! What GPU model are you using? And did it only require disabling internal Nvidia in device manager or also in BIOS? Hi, yes I just disabled my gt750m in device manager and restarted my laptop. I am using nvidia GTX1060 6GB from Zotac in mini version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swung Huang Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 12 minutes ago, MWichni said: Hi, yes I just disabled my gt750m in device manager and restarted my laptop. I am using nvidia GTX1060 6GB from Zotac in mini version. It should. With the intel graphics, it should be done quite easily. y400/500 have hardware-disabled the iGPU, so no luck for me XD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MWichni Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 12 minutes ago, Swung Huang said: It should. With the intel graphics, it should be done quite easily. y400/500 have hardware-disabled the iGPU, so no luck for me XD Even if the laptop didn't use two nvidia cards? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllanDavidson Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 @Swung Huang could make me and sell you version of the adapter? There is some tests I would like to do. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swung Huang Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 5 hours ago, MWichni said: Even if the laptop didn't use two nvidia cards? It's just a typical Optimus setup. An iGPU and a nvidia gpu. Nothing special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swung Huang Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 44 minutes ago, AllanDavidson said: @Swung Huang could make me and sell you version of the adapter? There is some tests I would like to do. Thank you Awww.... Basically it's for my personal use. And it have several flaws to fix and I'm gonna do som improvement. Maybe I will sell them later, but it depends.I'm busy these days after all... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low Beholder Posted April 19, 2018 Share Posted April 19, 2018 6 hours ago, Swung Huang said: Awww.... Basically it's for my personal use. And it have several flaws to fix and I'm gonna do som improvement. Maybe I will sell them later, but it depends.I'm busy these days after all... I for one would like to get a pcb design and try to make one by myself this computer is almost a relic now, which needs too much parts upgraded (+more but still not top speed ram, usb hub fixed as in time capacitors get bad and does not provide as much current as before, external gpu adapter + buy new gpu to play latest games or games in performace mode, upgrade intel wifi centrino which sucks, and haswell cpu..) in comparison to buying new one with desktop-grade gpu already in place. But I still would like to see pcb design and try to solder the eGPU adapter by myself just because I like soldering Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted April 19, 2018 Share Posted April 19, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, lil kim said: I for one would like to get a pcb design and try to make one by myself this computer is almost a relic now, which needs too much parts upgraded (+more but still not top speed ram, usb hub fixed as in time capacitors get bad and does not provide as much current as before, external gpu adapter + buy new gpu to play latest games or games in performace mode, upgrade intel wifi centrino which sucks, and haswell cpu..) in comparison to buying new one with desktop-grade gpu already in place. But I still would like to see pcb design and try to solder the eGPU adapter by myself just because I like soldering Totally agree, But given the current situation with prices and availability, I'd say it ain't bad idea to keep it. I almost wanted to pull the trigger on a brand new ryzen mini itx but the gains compared to a fully loaded y510p isn't worth it. I've been thinking to buy a top end haswell chip(like 4940MX) but not sure about the VRMs. I can still live with DDR3L memory just fine. Edited April 19, 2018 by Tesla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low Beholder Posted April 19, 2018 Share Posted April 19, 2018 1 hour ago, Tesla said: Totally agree, But given the current situation with prices and availability, I'd say it ain't bad idea to keep it. I almost wanted to pull the trigger on a brand new ryzen mini itx but the gains compared to a fully loaded y510p isn't worth it. I've been thinking to buy a top end haswell chip(like 4940MX) but not sure about the VRMs. I can still live with DDR3L memory just fine. Not a problem, Tesla. You must make money for your work. Just share it when you pull a plug I hope my laptop will not be fried by then ;D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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