8560w GPU upgrade - use empty DVD slot to fit MXM 3.0b (higher spec) video cards

Hi all - I'm creating a new thread to consolidate the discussion that has been going on in the 8760w and 8560w owner's lounge threads.

Basically, we're looking at removing the DVD drive and using this extra space to install a higher-spec MXM 3.0 type b card. Originally, only type A cards were meant to fit in this notebook, but, perhaps with some tweaks, the higher spec cards could be used.

The comments from the other threads are reposted here for background as we continue this...

8560w GPU upgrade - use empty DVD slot to fit MXM 3.0b (higher spec) video cards

8560w GPU upgrade - use empty DVD slot to fit MXM 3.0b (higher spec) video cards