Graphics card change

Hello,
How do I disable the onboard graphics card and start to use the NVIDIA GeForce 840M built-in card?
I recently own a HP Envy 17-j199nb notebook
Thanks,
Patrick

The graphics chips can be replaced on the boards, replacing for a better model line gpu is possible in some cases but the amount gained is minimal & the cost quite large.
swapping motherboard can be good option but that too is only a great solution in somes model range cases & a good high spec motherboard is not cheap.
One of the most important things to review when purchasing a notebook is the gpu, most other things can be upgraded with ease in comparison
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