Location: Western Hemisphere
Posted on: 11-01-11 15:29:24
Quote:
Originally posted by web2000
Just prefer if you can get at least 7200 RPM in HDD. HDD is the main bottleneck which most people overlook.
Thank you. Will keep in mind.
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Dimple2001
Processor: Core i3 is recommended for simple use
Core i7 if you are looking to do video editing etc.
RAM: DDR3 is now standard with Cor i series laptops. 4 GB is sufficient in most situations. You can go with 6/8 GB because RAM is cheap now.
Hard Drive: 7200 RPM is minm if you really want to see a performance gain. SSD would be ideal if you can spend the extra $200.
DVD Drive: DVD burners are standard now with almost all laptops. You can get a combo drive with Blu Ray Read and DVD RW if you intend to watch Blu Ray Movies
Screen: Most people overlook it but i think going with a high resolution screen is worth it. But you need to look into higher end models 1440*900 screen on 14" laptop is what i find ideal for doing work on MS Office and browsing web.
Battery: 6 Cell minimum. Can go with 8 cell if you don't carry it around too much. Look for 4-6 hours battery life to truly enjoy laptop computing.
Keyboard: Look for backlit ones(again you might need to go to Higher end model)
HDMI port is also something that comes almost standard now but good to make sure you choose one which has HDMI.
USB 3.0: Some laptops now come with the USB 3.0 port which would be a good investment.
Trackpad: Look for multi touch trackpads which allow you to zoom in zoom out etc with finger gestures (almost all are coming with it now)
Touch Screen: If you like touch screen you can now get it on many laptop models.
WebCam: Good to have a webcam (2.0 MP atleast)
Video Card: Look for Switchable graphics from nVidia if you like to play occasional games on your laptop.
OS: I guess Windows 7 64 bit is good. You can get Win 7 Pro if you need to use Windows XP mode. From retailers its $60 extra usually to upgrade to Pro
Speakers: If you like to listen to music without headphones look for decent inbuilt speakers.
Networking: Should have Wireless N (almost all do) and Gigabit ethernet. Bluetooth if you like.
Card Slot: SD card slot etc.
Look for Apple if you have the extra cash and want something different. You will get almost the best spec but it is a little pricey.
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Location: Western Hemisphere
Posted on: 12-01-11 09:58:58
Thanks dfwrp. Not sure if I really need a higher end model, but I'll check out the quote and see where I stand before deciding.
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Dimple2001
Quote:
Originally posted by dfwrp
Processor: Core i3 is recommended for simple use
Core i7 if you are looking to do video editing etc.
RAM: DDR3 is now standard with Cor i series laptops. 4 GB is sufficient in most situations. You can go with 6/8 GB because RAM is cheap now.
Hard Drive: 7200 RPM is minm if you really want to see a performance gain. SSD would be ideal if you can spend the extra $200.
DVD Drive: DVD burners are standard now with almost all laptops. You can get a combo drive with Blu Ray Read and DVD RW if you intend to watch Blu Ray Movies
Screen: Most people overlook it but i think going with a high resolution screen is worth it. But you need to look into higher end models 1440*900 screen on 14" laptop is what i find ideal for doing work on MS Office and browsing web.
Battery: 6 Cell minimum. Can go with 8 cell if you don't carry it around too much. Look for 4-6 hours battery life to truly enjoy laptop computing.
Keyboard: Look for backlit ones(again you might need to go to Higher end model)
HDMI port is also something that comes almost standard now but good to make sure you choose one which has HDMI.
USB 3.0: Some laptops now come with the USB 3.0 port which would be a good investment.
Trackpad: Look for multi touch trackpads which allow you to zoom in zoom out etc with finger gestures (almost all are coming with it now)
Touch Screen: If you like touch screen you can now get it on many laptop models.
WebCam: Good to have a webcam (2.0 MP atleast)
Video Card: Look for Switchable graphics from nVidia if you like to play occasional games on your laptop.
OS: I guess Windows 7 64 bit is good. You can get Win 7 Pro if you need to use Windows XP mode. From retailers its $60 extra usually to upgrade to Pro
Speakers: If you like to listen to music without headphones look for decent inbuilt speakers.
Networking: Should have Wireless N (almost all do) and Gigabit ethernet. Bluetooth if you like.
Card Slot: SD card slot etc.
Look for Apple if you have the extra cash and want something different. You will get almost the best spec but it is a little pricey.
^^ excellent post and totally agree. All important things listed.
Location: Western Hemisphere
Posted on: 12-01-11 12:43:36
Two questions:
1. Will office 2007 run with Windows 7 OS or do I need to buy Office 2010?
2. If I get a Blu Ray drive, will my "low-life" DVDs run? 
Thanks.
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Dimple2001
Location: Western Hemisphere
Posted on: 12-01-11 12:56:37
I like the following customized Dell XPS series laptop. Price - $1443.99 USD plus tax and free shipping. What do you folks think?
# XPS 17
System Color:
Silver Anodized Aluminum 17.3" HD+ (900p) WLED Display with 2.0 MP webcam
Operating System:
Genuine Windows® Home Premium, 64-Bit, English
Processor:
Intel® Core™ i5-560M (2.66GHz, 4 threads, turbo boost up to 3.2GHz, 3M cache)
Video Card:
NVIDIA GeForce GT 435M 1GB graphics with Optimus and TV Tuner
Battery:
56 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
Memory:
6GB Shared Dual Channel DDR3 Memory
Hard Drive:
1.0TB (2 x 500GB 7200 RPM HDD)
CD ROM/DVD ROM:
Tray Load Blu-ray Disc BD-Combo (Reads BD and Writes to DVD/CD) with Roxio EasyCD & DVD Burn 10.3 DE
Wireless:
Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 1000 with Wireless Display Support
Bluetooth:
Dell Bluetooth 3.0
Keyboard:
Backlit Keyboard - English
Office Productivity Software (Pre-Installed):
No Productivity Software
Mobile Broadband:
No Mobile Broadband Selected
Sound:
JBL 2.1 Speakers with Waves Maxx Audio 3
Anti-Virus/Security Suite (Pre-installed):
McAfee Security Center with VirusScan, Firewall, Spyware Removal, 30-Day Trial
Integrated Network Adapter:
Integrated 10/100/1000 Network Card
Adobe Reader:
Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 9
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Dimple2001
Location: Amidst a glow in the sky.
Posted on: 12-01-11 14:12:35
Quote:
Originally posted by dimple2001
Two questions:
1. Will office 2007 run with Windows 7 OS or do I need to buy Office 2010?
2. If I get a Blu Ray drive, will my "low-life" DVDs run?
Thanks.
Yes office 2007 is compatible with Windows 7. Yes your low life dvds will still run.
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