(Part 3) Top products from r/MSILaptops

That's a different version than the one I have. I actually upgraded mine with the firecuda sshd as well and that's working great for me although I bought a 2.5mm spacer because I'm OCD and the old drive was 9.5mm height. My MSI wasn't equipped with an area for an additional ssd but you could try something like this if you have an optical drive you won't use: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004XIU4T2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_UXUTAb5HW5R6F.

Please know that I didn't look at the specs for your specific laptop and don't know if this one will fit. I would imagine there is something similar available if you really need a second SSD. If you go this route you'll wanna make sure your laptop has a SATA connector to plug into and that the expansion bay will physically fit into your laptop.

Edit: I think the drive expansion I linked is for a standard size ssd also. If you buy the smaller laptop specific ssd you'll need something else

it looks like PS4 has a remote play feature which might be easier and shouldn't require any extra hardware, http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/how-to/game/how-play-ps4-on-pc-using-pc-remote-play-playstation-now-streaming-2016-3630864/

otherwise i've heard good about the elgato capture card, https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Systems-Capture-Definition-Recorder/dp/B00840353W

if you go with streaming i highly recommend using a wired ethernet connection for both the playstation and laptop

I’ve been using this cooler master pad for like 3 years I think? I got it for like $5 after a rebate. I know people don’t like these but this one has worked for many laptops without issue. I’ve seen a few degrees drop, and living in Arizona anything helps with cooling! I recommend this.

Cooler Master NotePal X-Slim Ultra-Slim Laptop Cooling Pad with 160mm Fan (R9-NBC-XSLI-GP) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005C31HC0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qUgtDb2XWCV11

I picked up these Windex electronic wipes at Lowe's or Home Depot or something a year or two ago, they work great for cleaning screens and stuff! I wipe down everything electronic with them, TV, monitor, laptop, including the outside case, keyboard, and trackpad. I usually hit the keyboard with some compressed air first. Works great and I haven't had any issues ever!

Thanks for your answer. Mine is not a mickey mouse end, it's like this : https://www.amazon.fr/LogiLink-CP095-C%C3%A2ble-dalimentation-Schuko-C13/dp/B003Y5IG2W/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1493403216&sr=8-3&keywords=power+cord

But the plug also has a 10amp fuse inserted in it (it looks like this: https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/BS-approval-13A-fuse-uk-plug_716995203.html?s=p). Any idea what this fuse is for and if I must find a replacement with a fuse or not?

I don't know anything about the Prestige, but I have the GS65 (15.6") from last year and carry it around a bunch. I had a hard time finding a case that would fit it, but this one did the trick:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FBOIYU8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's not exactly a hard case, it flexes a bit but It's kept my machine safe for almost a year so far.

I have the same model, im using this bag from Caselogic, perfect fit with a little allowance...

https://www.amazon.com/Case-Logic-17-3-Inch-Backpack-RBP-217/dp/B008OFNWQ2/ref=pd_day0_147_11?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B008OFNWQ2&pd_rd_r=8G0PRJR1WAEMKSHVVG7S&pd_rd_w=C0ok7&pd_rd_wg=ZBpMu&psc=1&refRID=8G0PRJR1WAEMKSHVVG7S

this subreddit is for MSI laptops, but i can still try to help. you never mentioned if you are connecting wirelessly or via ethernet but because of the Ethernet driver talk im guessing thats what your using. have you tried a PCIe wireless card? i just put this in my new build

You should look at the specs of your laptop. I've looked here https://www.msi.com/Laptop/GL63-8SX-GTX/Specification and it says that the memory type is DDR4-2666. I don't know how much RAM you are looking for, but you could buy one stick to add it in the empty slot or buy two sticks of RAM and replace the one you have. Max capacity is 32gb, so I'd buy another 8gb stick because 16gb is enough for gaming. For example, something like this: https://www.crucial.com/usa/en/ct8g4sfs8266

The HDD is a 2.5" SATA HDD. I'm not sure because I've never installed a HDD, but I guess a HDD like this would work for you https://www.amazon.com/Toshiba-MQ01ABD-Internal-Drive-MQ01ABD100/dp/B009AYVNMQ/

Try to search which brand is better for your needs because I haven't test these out and I'm very new to upgrading laptops, so someone correct me if I'm wrong.

That laptop is a bit thick for sleeve style carrying cases. They're usually made for devices less than a half inch thick and your laptop is 0.85" thick. You might need a small laptop bag like this.

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Edit: According to the specs for this sleeve, it should work. Link.

I use the Alienware vindicator backpack. It's amazing man, dunno ur budget but it's $110

Alienware 18-Inch Vindicator Backpack (AWVBP18) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FO6HNGY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_y3qoxb3PJSS2T

You'll need something like these tools

https://www.amazon.com/YUYIKES-Adhesive-Digitizer-Supersonic-Incredible/dp/B004WIQW3U/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1483759935&sr=1-3&keywords=Double+sided+adhesive+3M

Typically used for cellphone repair, but 2MM isn't wide enough. I ended up having to run the adhesive multiple time on each side to fill in the surface area.

I am using a thunderbolt to display port. Here is the amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C7RJQPY/ref=cm_
sw_r_other_apap_Xw8EVngTYRFUk

Sorry for the thread necro. I got this one and it is excellent. I drilled out two holes at the bottom and installed two machine screws wrapped with plumbers tape to keep the laptop from sliding off the pad. I then added a pad on the bottom with a polyurethane cushion so it can sit comfortably on my lap.

After some research between quality and price, I settled on this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BP5N2BS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Solo Pro 17.3.

MagicFiber Microfiber Cleaning Cloths, 6 PACK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0050R67U0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_O0nYCbHSN8CW6

I just bought this laptop sleeve:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LFJ88SQ/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_i_1lPpDb9KYX7VK

And this backpack :
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LGSCKQD/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_i_QcPpDb5VCQNZK