ALL LAPTOP RELATED QUERIES HERE ! ! !

[Akshay]

U shud go for sys with a gud processor (preferably intel duo), atleast 1GB Ram, a decent 256MB graphics card (preferably nvidia), DVD Writer, Widescreen, gud quality spkrs, bluetooth, wifi, card reader, webcam, atleast 80GB HDD.

Given the config of such high end sys, ur battry life is bound to b less unless u upgrade it too. Get a spare battry also.

[Maverick340]

Is intel better for laptops or AMD . I for one swer my AMD , but with dual core 2 , AMD is certainly under threat !

[eagle_y2j]

Plz review this confi:---Dell Inspiron(TM) 6400 Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo Processor T2050 Notebook


Processor:- Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo Processor T2250 1.73 GHz, 2MB Cache, 533 MHz FSB

DIMM Memory 1024MB (2 X 512MB) DDR2 SDRAM

Keyboards Internal Dell(TM) 87 Keys Keyboard (English)

EIDE Hard Drives 80GB SATA Hard Drive

Internal Optical Drive Internal 24X Max DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive

Wireless Solution Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945 Dual Band 802.11a/g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card
Modems Internal 56K Modem

Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module

Total Amount Before Tax Rs 53,471.00

Is this a right choice or I can get any other gud solution at this price

[Sourabh]

If you are going with onboard graphics, configure the Inspiron 640m. Its 14.1 in widescreen form-factor can serve all purposes. Not to mention 640m will be slightly easy on the budget. You should go in for a Core duo T2400, Dell should be ashamed trashing cheap silicon like T2050 in Indian market. Moreover, stick with 512MB RAM from the default config. You can sell it off later if you are not satisdied and get 51MB2x2 DDR2 667Mhz sticks from the local market. They are quite cheap. I wouldnt like to see any bottleneck in the system, so going in for a 667Mhz RAM would be a lot wiser, though there is not much performance difference. When you order 512MB RAM from stock config, there are a lot of chances you can get a 667Mhz one too. It becomes a very costly affair if you customize your laptop a lot. You should also consider a DVD writer, its just 2k more and comes in handy while backups. It is very costly to ugprade the optical drive later on.

[jijus]

I use a HP Compaq nx 6110 laptop + xp home and a SonyEricsson GC 85 EDGE/GPRS pc card modem on my type II card slot, and a fixed monthly rate, unlimited data package from my cell company to connect to net, the problem is it drops the connection if no physical activity on the laptop, so getting down some huge files with a torrent client makes it impossible, is there a way to over come this? (I know this type of connection not meant to be using with a torrent client, but I want my laptop which’s display is broken and the connection package to be put to use fully while I am sleeping ;-)

did i post it at the right place?

[Sourabh]

As for the laptop switching itself off due to inactivity, Check the Power Options on the PCMCIA Adapter in Device Manager. If there is no option related to 'Allow this device to switch off to save power', then you would have to tinker with the general settings in Control Panel> Power options. You can set the Turn off monitor, hard disk and system stand-by to 'Never' to solve your problem.

[jijus]

Thank you sourabh, my laptop runs on power, power managements settings are set to nevr turn off /no stand by mode! no scree savers as well! in device manager no power settings found!

[Sourabh]

Are you sure inactivity of your laptop causes the connection to reset (even after taking necessary precautions from the OS) ?

Moreover, I googled and found that some of these cards have inbuilt sleep timer on inactivity (probably just of the connection and not the laptop)

Even the ISP of the same, have certain time duration after which they want you to reconnect again be there activity or not.

Next time, if possible, have an eye over the laptop - when exactly the connections get dc'ed , that could probably give the reason.

[jijus]

Hi sourbh, thank you once agin what i ve understood the same, thers free utility for handheld device to over come this issue but iave not found anything for a laptop as the networ provider dont want everyone leaching their network this type of connection works "just in need" like this if i leave it for some time the speed shows as 00kps and i will be signed out fom email accounts etc and when i am back again the speed picks up (up to 225kbps or more at times in need) but i neeto sign in again at places where i was signed in!!! so me to assume that its the way it works and i want t find a work around this setting! hope you nowunderstands my problem compleetly thanks once again.

[mAYHEM]

Anyone knows how to turn-off WiFi on HP DV2025,it has a switch which switches on and off both WiFi and Bluetooth.

[Akshay]

@mayhem

Dats a prb with HP n Compaq. U can disable ur wifi frm "Device Manager" whnevr u want to. So this doesnt affect ur bluetooth. U can resume using wifi by just enabling wifi frm Device Manager again

[paul_007]

pls suggest me a good laptop inthe range of 50 to 55 K , it shud have good graphic capabilities for games

[hackers2005.3721]

hii!!!!!!!! all this is akhilesh frm mumbai i need a laptop good one for gaming and surfing i have seen dv5200tx and dv8216tx both have nice configration can anyy one tell me the differance and the price for the both as i am thinking to buy one of them . i can spend 65000rs maxx nt more thatand i dont need webcam , fingerprint reader, and other all thing i am a colledge going guy ad will be needeing for my mba

the second thing is the life span of a laptop is how much ?? and how much hours shuld it be used

the third thing is i have heard that after december the prices of laptop will go down more then ever before is it true as i have meet mayy people sayigto buy a laptop after december

[paul_007]

guys i am goin for HP pavillion DV5200TX , is this laptop good , i saw it configuration and was really impressed , so shud i go for this one ??

[hackers2005.3721]

guys i am goin for HP pavillion DV5200TX , is this laptop good , i saw it configuration and was really impressed , so shud i go for this one ??




yaa dude i am going too for dv5200tx it is good for gamers and net . and can u also telll me what is the price frm where u gt and where do u live as am thinking to buy this one after u buy so u can pst your coments PLZZ TELL ME THE PRICE OF DV5200TX YARR PLZZ EVER ONE PST YOUR COMMENT PLZZ

[nirbhai21]

hello to fellow geeks,
i have an acer aspire 5032
with Turion processor and the goodies.
my troubles are:
1. the performance is not upto the mark due to insufficient RAM can u tell me from where and for how much i can get a 512 mb ddr @ 333 mhz stick.
2. the lap has an 8 cell Li ion battery but despite this the backup is pathetic lastin just 2- 2:15 hrs. plz help me rectify this.
3. the system heats up excessively .
4. acer has some softwares like epowermanagement and AMD has Powernow where can i get these.

thanx in advance.

[mohammed_intekhab]

lenova /hp/sahara/compaq/sony
which is best fit in quality quantity price
http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/6822/postedimagidrp8.gif
mohammed

[paul_007]

yaa dude i am going too for dv5200tx it is good for gamers and net . and can u also telll me what is the price frm where u gt and where do u live as am thinking to buy this one after u buy so u can pst your coments PLZZ TELL ME THE PRICE OF DV5200TX YARR PLZZ EVER ONE PST YOUR COMMENT PLZZ

its price is quoted to me(new delhi)----> Rs 67,430 including taxes, handling etc

[Akshay]

@mohammed

Go 4 HP/Compaq... Sahara, Acer, Zenith r cheap in price, quality, looks, etc...

[hackers2005.3721]

hiiiiii all every one using hp 5200tx i have heard that v3000of compaq is beeter can any one tell meee
i have heard that dual core laptop r vryy cheap and low of quality

[plsoft]

Bought Compaq Presario V3070TU from Nehru Place for Rs 48,000 (total amt).
Intel Core Duo Processor T2050 (1.6 GHz)
Intel 945GM Express Chipset
60GB HDD SATA
8X SuperMulti Drive Double Layer (8.5 GB) DVD Writer
Li-Ion Battery (6 Cell)
14" Widescreen WXGA TFT Display with BrightView Screen Technology
Altec Lansing Stereo Speakers
512 MB DDR2
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950
Integrated Wireless LAN 802.11b/g
5-in-1 Digital Media Reader, 56K Modem, NIC, Integrated Bluetooth, TouchPad, S-Video TV Out, IEEE 1394, 3 USB 2.0, FreeDOS
1 year Parts and labour

[Akshay]

gud deal plsoft...

Dell Inspiron 6400 has a close config to dis one... costs arnd 48k

[grizz46]

Hi all.. i have planned to buy a laptop and found the dell inspiron 6400 to fit my needs except one thing.. i want to play games as well but the highest option they have is ati x1400 which is not meant for latest games.. so does anybody know if i can request them to fit it with atleast a nvidia 7800 Go ? do they encourage such requests.. if anybody has already done so or has any idea.. please try to help me.. Thanx..

OH forgot to ask.. also tell me if there is any alternative to this config.. budget is arnd 60k.. Thanx

[Sourabh]

^^ Dell Inspiron 9400 (17" ws) has customization for Go7900GS but that could turn out to be a 75k+ affair. You can probably ask Dell for the Go7900GS on the 6400 - could be done ideally speaking instead of the X1400 but cooling and heasink size used on the 9400 would be an issue to fit in on the relatively smaller 6400.

You wouldnt find anything for hi-end gaming on a 60k laptop, accept it and stick to a descent X1400 or Go7400. Gaming is not all about playing latest games at the max resolutions.

[grizz46]

Thanx for the reply @Sourabh..
you r rite about the 9400, it has option of Go7900gs but also notice that it has the the ati x1400 as standard so the size of both cards will be the same and as the x1400 also comes in 6400, the 7900gs could be installed in the 6400.. I had found a nice guide on this.. goto this link.. http://www.legitreviews.com/article/349/1/ .. a dell E1705 is shown which comes with x1400 as standard which is replaced by a Go7800. Notice both cards have same size.. so i thought it might be possible for the inspiron 6400 as well.. neways thanx for helping me out.. :-)

[amit_at_stg]

I want to buy a slim light weight 12" screen laptop, plz suggest the sheap and best model and its price.

thanks

[mad_dr1ver]

HI jutst purchases HP Compaq Presario V3070TU 'book...

Must say its quite a looker and a gr8 piece of hardware. i have a grouse though...... where is the DRIVER FOR THE HP INTEGRATED MODULE AKA the Bluetooth......!

Its not on any accompanying CD
Its not on the Website
There is no information as to the chipset in use so that i can search for a generic driver.......

its taken me 3 hrs and still am at loss as to how to remove that ! mark against the HP integrated module in my device manager... any help wud be more than welcome

Thanks

[return_of_vengeance]

hey r the core 2 duo processor based laptops gonna take over the whole market????????????

[Sourabh]

Intel plans to have 85% of its mobile processor sales in the form of core duo and core 2 duo by the end of this year. Forget about them taking over the Indian market entirely, when we still see 3xx celeron M in most entry level notebooks. So for them to go main stream, you would have to do away with celeron M, pentium M and then core duo's. too far fetched isnt it?

[rajwansh2003]

Lap. for Rs 25,000 for student of computer science engg.

[hackers2005.3721]

i dont think laptop r for 25000 bucks dude increase your buget to 30000 u can get it easilyy

[elumalai]

do anybody know where in chennai the Sharp QA-1650 panels are sold?
Please, not even a single page from india are returned when searched in google.

[virus_killer]

hi,
wnt new laptop, can u plz suggest me a good one under 60 to 65k,

u tel me which laptop to buy , i just want 1GB of DDR RAM (667MHZ), 80 or 100GB of Hard Drive, DVD writer, 15.1" screen,Graphics card of 256MB or 512 MB,,Wi-Fi,bluetooth


and also tel me whts d difference between COMPAQ's lap and HP, b'coz i have found that compaq's laptop are cheaper then HP at the same configuration level. help me guys

[hackers2005.3721]

is laptop dv5200tx the compnay has stoped it

[rohanchauhan22]

please can anybody tell me about a low-price gaming laptop.

[merawalaid]

"low-price gaming laptop" those are pretty difficult to find rohanchauhan22 !!!
if you just want to play games like Counter-strike , the cheap option is to go for a core-solo processor with 1GB ram. Other wise for 3D heavy games you eithe switch to destops or increase ur budget and buy a lappy with a 3D card like Geforce Go or Ati Mobility.

[return_of_vengeance]

hey in Inida are the core2duo based laptops launched by any other company other than DELL? i guess hp/compaq didnt launched yet.

[eggman]

is it better to buy a laptop now or should i wait til Feb'07, since core 2 duo will be launching in most brands ....and maybe some laptop bundle Dx10....maybe

[kumargautam2003]

I ordered this system yesterday from dell online shop.

Dell Inspiron 6400 Code-N541006
1. Intel (R) Core (TM) 2 Duo Processor 2 GHZ, 4MB Cache, 667 MHZ FSB (Originaly it was 1.66 GHz 2 MB Cache Core Duo)
2. 1024 MB (2 x 512 MB) DDR2 SDRAM
3. 80 GB SATA Hard Drive (Originaly it was 60 GB)
4. 8X DVD+/-RW Combination Drive dual layer write capabilities (Originaly it was 24x DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive)
5. 128MB ATI Mobility Radeon (R) X1300 Hypermemory
6. Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module
7. Wireless Network Intel (R) PRO/Wireless 3945 Dual Band 54 MBPS
8. 15.4" WXGA TFT Display (1280 x 800 res)
9. Windows(R) XP Home Edition with CD Media
10. Carry case nylon case

It costed me exactly 63,485 Including taxes.

Now that i have ordered it , i find 4 issues.

1. In the invoice they have told me its XP home dedition, may be i missed this customization i think, so what should i do now?? Can i upgrade it to proffesional myself?

2. The graphics card is a hypermemory, will it eat into my main system RAM.

3. Have i done anything wrong in this order, Please tell me if theer is something wrong so that i can change it.

4. What are the applications of core 2 duo, and will it be able to play new games.

----------------------------------------
Curently dont own anything where i am right now, waiting for order to come in 14 days.
Having an old P4 810 at home, it sux big time.

[paradisevikas]

can ne1 suggest me which laptop to go 4 amdx2 processor or core duo

[mad_dr1ver]

I ordered this system yesterday from dell online shop.

Dell Inspiron 6400 Code-N541006
1. Intel (R) Core (TM) 2 Duo Processor 2 GHZ, 4MB Cache, 667 MHZ FSB (Originaly it was 1.66 GHz 2 MB Cache Core Duo)
2. 1024 MB (2 x 512 MB) DDR2 SDRAM
3. 80 GB SATA Hard Drive (Originaly it was 60 GB)
4. 8X DVD+/-RW Combination Drive dual layer write capabilities (Originaly it was 24x DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive)
5. 128MB ATI Mobility Radeon (R) X1300 Hypermemory
6. Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module
7. Wireless Network Intel (R) PRO/Wireless 3945 Dual Band 54 MBPS
8. 15.4" WXGA TFT Display (1280 x 800 res)
9. Windows(R) XP Home Edition with CD Media
10. Carry case nylon case

It costed me exactly 63,485 Including taxes.

Now that i have ordered it , i find 4 issues.

1. In the invoice they have told me its XP home dedition, may be i missed this customization i think, so what should i do now?? Can i upgrade it to proffesional myself?

2. The graphics card is a hypermemory, will it eat into my main system RAM.

3. Have i done anything wrong in this order, Please tell me if theer is something wrong so that i can change it.

4. What are the applications of core 2 duo, and will it be able to play new games.

----------------------------------------
Curently dont own anything where i am right now, waiting for order to come in 14 days.
Having an old P4 810 at home, it sux big time.
Ur graphics card is not quite up to the mark if gaming is the interest . geForce 7000 series is a better option but i guss its not an option inthis laptop.

Opt for the AV connection kit if u want to watch movies playing on thelaptop on ur television.

And u wont be able to upgrade to profesional urself as selling off the XP home version tht comes with yopur laptop will be an issue. If u upgrade now only, its going to be cheaper alernative. but really if u are a usual home user, there is no need to upgrade to XP pro.



Also have u checked teh prices, the configcome to almost 70,000 withut taxes for me

[DipDaWiz]

Planning to buy a notebook within 70K.

Planning for HP dv6114tx laptop, its 63K after upgrading the RAM to 1GB and including TAX in Pune.

How is Toshiba Setellite A100 laptops with Core Duo? Any Suggestions or feedback...

[rohanchauhan22]

You did better go for alienware or rock laptops. They are really made for games
__________
Your configuration is good however there are three mistakes. 1)The graphic card will just eat and eat your ram.2) you did better go for XP proffesional. 3) dell's service is not nice.
__________
You did better go to rockdirect.com for such laptop.

[Akshay]

Hav come across lots of complains against dell recently n bad service of dell... Beware! Acer has improved its service of late... but no change in d quality

[mmbootwala]

Planning to buy a notebook within 70K.

Planning for HP dv6114tx laptop, its 63K after upgrading the RAM to 1GB and including TAX in Pune.

How is Toshiba Setellite A100 laptops with Core Duo? Any Suggestions or feedback...
Murtaza Bootwala

[Akshay]

HP wil b bettr option coz of price, reliability, quality n service.

[ashish_11]

Acer Or Dell (budget notebooks)

i heard acer notebooks breakdown after a year or so
they constantly give trouble after it`s warranty period

Is it true

[Akshay]

Ofcourse Dell whn compared to Acer. Acer's do breakdown soon but not all units r d same... So go 4 Dell.

[ashish_11]

hey Akshay

i wanted to ask u abt the small companies like Zenith, MSI, ACI etc..:confused:

r they good, If yes which one(i'm intrested in the MSI in particular):)

[ashwn_acharya]

You did better go to rockdirect.com for such laptop.

Can u buy Rock laptops in india?? :?:

[aryayush]

hey in Inida are the core2duo based laptops launched by any other company other than DELL? i guess hp/compaq didnt launched yet.Apple. The MacBook and MacBook Pro range.

[Akshay]

@Ashish

Out of Zenith, MSI, ACI - MSI is bettr. But service wud again b a prb.
Whn u r buyin a laptop, giv preference to service n quality. U can find Compaq/HP/Lenovo service centres in almost all cities.

Zenith n Sahara r definite NO NO

[ashish_11]

@Akshay

Thanx man
I'll be goin for Dell

[DipDaWiz]

At last I am going for HP Pav. dv6114. bcoz of its price-performance ratio. I got it in 58500 all incl. in Pune from Punam Electronics. Now I'll add 1gb RAM to it.

For Punekar... Punam elec. is a very good place for H/W. they are the dealer and offer very good price and all with proper warrenty and bill. Its in Ghole Rd. Shivaji Nagar. I am giving the ph no. ... 020 25521740/43/44/45

[Akshay]

@dipdawiz

Dats a gud deal though on Lamington road, it wud cost u arnd 1000 buks less. Regarding RAM, buy Transcend, kingston or hynix only. Dont buy unbranded ones. Preferably get a single 1GB thing instead of 512*2. Chk d ram if it is compatible wit ur system ram (speed, type, etc.)

[DipDaWiz]

Yep.. I am going for a Kingston RAM, as its cheaper than transcend but a good brand. dealer agreed to take back my installed 512mb ram (but with a lesser price) and I am installing 1x1024 RAM. so that the 2nd slot remains upgradable.

[salils]

what about hp dv 5200 is it still available in markets
and is there any graphics card included in hp dv 6114?
plz help me as I'm ready to buy any one of these

[hackers2005.3721]

dude go for v3033 its cool i have it an info tell me

[DipDaWiz]

what about hp dv 5200 is it still available in markets
and is there any graphics card included in hp dv 6114?
plz help me as I'm ready to buy any one of these

DV5200 is discontinued. and new model HP Pav dv 6114 have same feature as dv5200, except, 6114 has T2050 processor(1.6 Ghz, 533 Mhz) 512Mb RAM and a 80GB HDD.
where as DV5200 was with 1.73Ghz 533Mhz FSB processor, 1GB RAM and 100GB HDD.

Both have nVidia Geforce Go 7400 TC.

Anyway it is not the best in term of performence when game is considered but its one of the best for average user and gamer.

In this price there are no laptops in india that have a dedicated graphics more powerfull than Geforce go 7400TC.

[salils]

ok tell me something about v 3033
__________
i've found a missing in dv 6114 as it is not coe 2 duo
so can any one give me full details of all core 2 duo laptops as i want a core 2 duo not core duo with oher things remaining same

[hackers2005.3721]

if u need core2 duo then wait as only dell has intrduced these laptop u can customiza it and cheack the price

[GunshotSilence]

hi

i need to buy a laptop which will replace my current p3 desktop and will be powerful enouhg for gaming and video editting and other heavy work.

after full market research i have zeroed in on 2 models
dell and hp are over priced so i dont want them

the 2 models r -the intel VBI s96j barebone http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=2975(parts here r the ones given abroad. below mentioned are provided in India) and the ACI matrix http://www.techtree.com/India/Reviews/ACI_Matrix/551-77363-616.html

now the problem is that, though both have a similar configuration and quality(its seems the ACI matrix is based on the asus s96j barebone as per design)

in long term use(say another 4-5 yrs) which shud be suitable for me? and whose price is justified?

the various configurations available here in India are

Specs-----------------Aci Matrix------------------Intel S96J barebone
Price:------------------70000/---------------------52000(with taxes-ram)------------
Warranty:------------3yrs(type not known)-------------1yrs(National)---------------
Proc:--------------Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz---------------Core duo1.6Ghz---------------
Ram:--------------2 * 512MB DDR2 667MHz------------No ram(get ur own)---------------------
Mobo:--------------------Intel 945PM Express and ICH7-M --------------------------
Graphics:-----------------ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 256MB VRAM---------------------
Hdd:---------------WD 80GB SATA-------------------Hitachi 80Gb SAta--------------
Optical:------------------------Super Multi DVD-RW----------------------------
Screen:-------------------15.4" WXGA Color Shine (1280 * 800)-----------------
Misc:---------------------Inbuilt V.92 56kbps MDC module-----------------------
------------------------------Intel 802.11a/b/g with mini PCI slot ----------------------
-------------------------------Realtek ALC 882 Sound Card ---------------------------
IO Ports: All same

4 x USB 2.0
PCMCIA Type II Slot
VGA Port
S-Video Out
RJ-11, RJ-45 Socket
DC-in
Mic-in, Speaker/Headphone out jack
1 x Min-IEEE 1394
SD/MMC/MS Card Reader/Writer
1.3 MP Inbuilt Web Cam

Dimensions:

Length: 362 mm
Width: 268 mm
Height/Thickness: 28.5 mm
Weight: 2.9 Kg


now looking at the price, warranty, and processor choice(though the mobo is Merom compatible, one wud not find the individual merom cor2duo processor here in India in retail for assembled laptops.)

which laptop wud u recommend in the longer run?

also Intel is selling the VBI assembled laptops thru redington india who will sell me thru their authorised dealer

and im not sure about their service quality

more over i havent found the ACI matrix on any Indian webpages either and neither have i seen it nor do i have their contact info.

so to sum it up i have no idea about their warranty and service quality

so what wud u suggest looking at "all" factors?
which one do i go for?
__________
also what i find strange is that

the ACI matrix with core2duo 2 ghz with the same graphics MRX 1600 and 5400 rpm hdd has a 3Dmark 2005 score of 3740

where as the S96j with a core duo1.8 ghz with the same graphics MRX 1600 with 7200 rpm hdd has 3921 score

how come?

[DipDaWiz]

ok tell me something about v 3033
__________
i've found a missing in dv 6114 as it is not coe 2 duo
so can any one give me full details of all core 2 duo laptops as i want a core 2 duo not core duo with oher things remaining same

For Core 2 Duo only dell have some models and they definitly cost you not less then 60K. This week I orderd a Dell XPS 1210 with Core2Duo 1.83Mhz, 1x1024MB 667Mhz DDR2 RAM, 12.1" WSXGA, 80GB 5400rpm SATA, 8x DVD RW DL, anyway graphics card is same as HP dv6114 that is 256Mb (64MB dedicated,up to 192MB shared) Geforce Go 7400TC.
It cost me Rs.67048 after discount. It comes with 1 year complete cover that means any accidental hazard is covered.

The funny thing is I burgained with the Dell guy and he sent me a quotation that deducts the TAX and Octroi and saves Rs.4300.

as gunshotsilence said Aci have Core2Duo laptops. But I am not sure about its service and availability.

But before buying, the main questions should be Requirment and Budget. try to finalise these two. It will be easy for you to narrow down your search for a laptop :)

[salils]

what about 64 bit computing
can I run vista smoothly on core duo??
or still core 2 duo has an advantage on running vista

[GunshotSilence]

i need to buy a laptop which will replace my current p3 desktop and will be powerful enouhg for gaming and video editting and other heavy work.

after full market research i have zeroed in on 2 models
dell and hp are over priced so i dont want them

like i said, only after keeping in mind my budget and my requiremtnts, of all companies and their laptops, i have narrowed doown to the ACI matrix and the s96j assembled.

and a core2duo will definelty be a great buy and for the future.

budget is 65k. work=gaming and heavy video editing and animation, again for the future

[dotcommakers]

hi looking to buy a laptop for mobility.. i need good graphic performance as i am webdesigner.. i have 65k budget.. i prefer HP but let me know if you have any other good model in mind... will HP be the best choice?

[DipDaWiz]

@Salils - Core2Duo basically a 64bit processor. previously Intel used to call it EM64T (Intel x86-64 extensions).

@dotcommakers - The Dell configuration I told previously in this posts, is a pure mobility laptop with only 12.1" WSXGA and only 2.09KG. but as you are a web designer you should go for atleast 15" version of laptops. If not interested in HP, then go for Dell inspiron 6400 or for Acer Aspire serise. But as I am using HP dv6114, its very good, I hope its a good one for your need too.

@gunshotsilence - in 65K budget you will not get laptop(major brands) with a graphics card that is more powerfull than ATI x1300/x1400 (I am not sure which company in India has this option) or Geforce Go 7400. both have almost same performance, ATI got 128bit chip, where as gefoce go 7xxx got 64bit. So work==game may not work out properly if you compare it with new high end desktops.
The DELL XPS 1210 laptop got more than 2000 in 3d mark 05. thats quite good for laptops with in its size and price. you can check its review in http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=3199

[GunshotSilence]

@DipdaWiz

see this http://www.techtree.com/India/Reviews/ACI_Matrix/551-77363-616.html. i can stretch my budget max to 70k.

this laptop gives ati MRX 1600 with 256 mb dedicated. also intel verified s96j for 56k comes with aTI mrx 1600

http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=2975(parts here r the ones given abroad. below mentioned are provided in India)

now the problem is that, though both have a similar configuration and quality(its seems the ACI matrix is based on the asus s96j barebone as per design)

in long term use(say another 4-5 yrs) which shud be suitable for me? and whose price is justified?

the various configurations available here in India are

Specs-----------------Aci Matrix------------------Intel S96J barebone
Price:------------------70000/---------------------52000(with taxes-ram)------------
Warranty:------------3yrs(type not known)-------------1yrs(National)---------------
Proc:--------------Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz---------------Core duo1.6Ghz---------------
Ram:--------------2 * 512MB DDR2 667MHz------------No ram(get ur own)---------------------
Mobo:--------------------Intel 945PM Express and ICH7-M --------------------------
Graphics:-----------------ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 256MB VRAM---------------------
Hdd:---------------WD 80GB SATA-------------------Hitachi 80Gb SAta--------------
Optical:------------------------Super Multi DVD-RW----------------------------
Screen:-------------------15.4" WXGA Color Shine (1280 * 800)-----------------
Misc:---------------------Inbuilt V.92 56kbps MDC module-----------------------
------------------------------Intel 802.11a/b/g with mini PCI slot ----------------------
-------------------------------Realtek ALC 882 Sound Card ---------------------------
IO Ports: All same

4 x USB 2.0
PCMCIA Type II Slot
VGA Port
S-Video Out
RJ-11, RJ-45 Socket
DC-in
Mic-in, Speaker/Headphone out jack
1 x Min-IEEE 1394
SD/MMC/MS Card Reader/Writer
1.3 MP Inbuilt Web Cam

Dimensions:

Length: 362 mm
Width: 268 mm
Height/Thickness: 28.5 mm
Weight: 2.9 Kg

[salils]

what is the appx price of hp dv2119tx?
can any one tell me?

[DipDaWiz]

the various configurations available here in India are

Specs-----------------Aci Matrix------------------Intel S96J barebone
Price:------------------70000/---------------------52000(with taxes-ram)------------
Proc:--------------Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz---------------Core duo1.6Ghz---------------
Mobo:--------------------Intel 945PM Express and ICH7-M --------------------------
Graphics:-----------------ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 256MB VRAM---------------------

Yes they are giving ATI x1600. but two thing - 1. Availability 2. Service

Are these laptops easily available? I dont think so.
Less availability == Less Service == Less peace of mind. you are spending 70K, its a huge ammount. and laptops are more fragile (specially HDD and Screen) and not easily replacable and price is also high, so service is one of the major factor while selecting a laptop. So be sure about the after sale service before buying any of these.

[ninad_sshinde]

can any one please give me a BEST configuration of laptop for using graphic softwares ie. 3dsmax / maya . please

[dragonlord]

Do u mind telling us how u managed to bargain with the so called DELL guy ? :-) Sure will be handy for many of us here..

For Core 2 Duo only dell have some models and they definitly cost you not less then 60K. This week I orderd a Dell XPS 1210 with Core2Duo 1.83Mhz, 1x1024MB 667Mhz DDR2 RAM, 12.1" WSXGA, 80GB 5400rpm SATA, 8x DVD RW DL, anyway graphics card is same as HP dv6114 that is 256Mb (64MB dedicated,up to 192MB shared) Geforce Go 7400TC.
It cost me Rs.67048 after discount. It comes with 1 year complete cover that means any accidental hazard is covered.

The funny thing is I burgained with the Dell guy and he sent me a quotation that deducts the TAX and Octroi and saves Rs.4300.

as gunshotsilence said Aci have Core2Duo laptops. But I am not sure about its service and availability.

But before buying, the main questions should be Requirment and Budget. try to finalise these two. It will be easy for you to narrow down your search for a laptop :)

[GunshotSilence]

actually theres been a mistake

the specs u can see of ACI matrix, are UK models.

in INDIA u will get the same specs as the s96j, for around same rpice.

u can upgrade the processor to 1.8 (cost unknown) through them and u get 1 yr UK and india warranty.

rest all specs and prices r same as that of s96j

[Akshay]

@dipdawiz

Dats not a gud move. Say u can save on octroi by giving addr of place whr thr is no octroi. But 4 tax, I doubt if dey wil giv u a proper bill or whthr ur warranty wil b intact...

[aneeshkj]

plz suggest a dual core hp laptop with a wide viewing angle lcd about 15"
with 1 GB ram and 160 GB hdd..
Plz tell me comparitive prices..

[DipDaWiz]

@dipdawiz

Dats not a gud move. Say u can save on octroi by giving addr of place whr thr is no octroi. But 4 tax, I doubt if dey wil giv u a proper bill or whthr ur warranty wil b intact...

For your information in maharashtra octroi is applicable. and in pune its 3%. govt is thinking to make it 0%. And DELL are not giving it without taking any tax or octroi. they just deduct same amount(TAX+ Octroi) from total as a discount. :)
__________
Do u mind telling us how u managed to bargain with the so called DELL guy ? :-) Sure will be handy for many of us here..

Simple go to www.dell.co.in (http://www.dell.co.in) make your customized laptop or PC. ask for a quotation. with in some day a sales representative will call up. dont commit on the buying or confirm the order. but tell him that you are interested and ask for any discount and if he doesnt agree tell him if he can ask abt discount to his manager etc etc. most probably you will get a discount. - all these things were told by a friend of mine who is in DELL. But there is no gaurranty that you will get a discount. I think, it fully depends on the sales representative of dell whether their daily/weekly sales margin is filled or not.

Try your luck. All the best. :)

[dotcommakers]

Hi really need your helps guys.. i need following configurations

Core 2 duo... [intel preferred]
2gb ram
160gb hdd *
xp pro
bluetooth/wifi **
12cell batteries
microphone/web cam **
graphic card [really wish if this can be achieved]


* this options can be accepted in lower configurations
** this is optional if not available than ok

plz tell me if this configuration can be achieved in mumbai than i can come there .. i am from rajkot.. how much it cost me

regards

[ash24]

hi there can anybody suggest me a laptop my budget is around Rs 60,000
iam thing of Sony or Compaq-HP.plz also suggest me a good configuration.

[dotcommakers]

hi ash i am also searching.. and so far i think dell inspiration 6400 is the best for my need.. i am web designer so this model is the best for me with dual core 1gb ram and 80gb hdd 256 graphic card

[khemkarahul]

whats the difference between Geforce 7200 and GeForce 7400 ????

[tech_cheetah]

you can do the performance comparision betweem 7400 and 7200 at followin pages :

See 7200's performance :
http://www.notebookcheck.net/NVIDIA-GeForce-Go-7200.2146.0.html

See 7400's performance :
http://www.notebookcheck.net/NVIDIA-GeForce-Go-7400.2143.0.html

[dotcommakers]

i need to your suggestions guys

i choose two models one is hp nx5325 and one is dell inspiration 6400

here is hp link
http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/sm/WF06b/1090709-1124051-1124051-1124051-12434656-12433944-77995399.html

here is dell link
http://dellstoreroa03.sg.dell.com/public/cart/configurator.jsp?prd_id=40111&sr_no=1
Dell Inspiron(TM) 6400 Notebook

let me know which one should i buy.. hp has amd processor and dell has intel core 2 duo

[khemkarahul]

can the GeForce 7400 play NFS carbon with good fps ???

[imagineer_aman]

Hi Team,
NEED : laptop within 45000 INR
FOR : working in Flash 8 and 9(when it is launched) and gaming on weekends - like Doom 3, HL2

which one of these 2 is good?
Compaq V3155AU - Rs.35000(exclusive Tax)
Compaq V6106AU - Rs.43000(exclusive Tax)

Is it ok to go for amd turion64 X2 (or) the basic amd turion64 will do?
In other words, when shud one go for dual core processors?

Also, how much time does it take to burn a cd/dvd with 8x supermulti drive dl dvd writer?

Thanks.

[salils]

Can I upgarde processor of my laptop later?????

[ashu888ashu888]

Guys,

I need to buy a laptop under a price range of say 50-55K, so tell me wich laptop shud i go for? (please note, i hv no idea abt laptops, this is my first time buying it although i hv a PC at home).

The main purpose will be official work with NO EXTREME gamin' but light gaming, bit of movies and music listening.

I saw a few days back tat laptops hv cum with a web camera at their top(above the screen)?? Please advice me... step by step.

I want it from a good brand wich also has good after sales customer support, How are Sony, IBM, HP laptops?

Cheers n e-peace....

[ajayashish]

can anyone tell me how to get a Coupon for Dell India.

[salils]

Guys,

I need to buy a laptop under a price range of say 50-55K, so tell me wich laptop shud i go for? (please note, i hv no idea abt laptops, this is my first time buying it although i hv a PC at home).

The main purpose will be official work with NO EXTREME gamin' but light gaming, bit of movies and music listening.

I saw a few days back tat laptops hv cum with a web camera at their top(above the screen)?? Please advice me... step by step.

I want it from a good brand wich also has good after sales customer support, How are Sony, IBM, HP laptops?

Cheers n e-peace....
you can try either hp dv 6114tx or hp dv2117 tx.
In my home I have both,good performers for good prices.........
6114- 55-56K
2117-59-60K

[kushal_657]

my workin wud be downloading,programming, movies & songs and a little bit of gaming(not EXTREME)..pls advice me for a PC or a Laptop?????

Sum laptops hav also cum with a web camera at their top(above the screen)?? wat about 'em???

Be it PC or Laptop ;I want it from a good brand wich also has good after sales customer support, wat about Sony(Vaio), IBM, HP laptops???

[ashu888ashu888]

you can try either hp dv 6114tx or hp dv2117 tx.
In my home I have both,good performers for good prices.........
6114- 55-56K
2117-59-60K

Thanx for the reply, can u tell me exactly wats its configuration? :)


Cheers n e-peace....

[dragonlord]

any good dealers for buying 6114\2117 in chennai ?

[soumya.shanker]

Okay, I'm looking for a laptop in the 45000-50000 range.

I'll primarily be using the laptop for
1. LAN gaming. Nothing too extreme as far as games is concerned, I'll be happy if the new games run smoothly, with medium graphics....dont need all the bells and whistles activated.
2. Music - Pretty much throughout the day, dont need good laptop speakers, just a sound card which will give decent output on my headphones/speakers
3. Networking - I am connected to the LAN 10-12 hours a day, and am a pretty heavy internet user.
4. Battery life - Anything will be an improvement after my present Acer. I'll be happy with around 2 hours.

The HP Pavilion series looks ideal, but all my friends who have bought it complain of physical problems, eg: keys breaking off, CD drives not working. Do all HP's have this problem?

My comp guy suggested the Lenovo 3000 N100 0768A35. This got a pretty low score in the C-net reviews, plus it doesnt seem to have much gaming capability. Any views on this notebook?

A final question, is it worth shelling out money to change the screen of my current ACER ASpire 3002 NLC, running on an AMD sempron, which is slow and cranky, and has already lasted me 2 years. I have the usual "vertical lines on LCD" problem, and need to replace it.
Here's hoping for some good recommendations......

[Akshay]

@soumya

I guess Lenovo N100 has celeron processor n considering ur needs, its a definite no-no.

Chk d Lenovo A-39/A-35 laptops. One of dem has a core2duo processor wit 512RAM, dvd writer, 15.4", Bluetooth, wifi, etc. It wil cost u arnd 47.5K

If u can extend ur budget to Rs.56k, Lenovo Y100 wud b d best deal. It comes wit a tv tuner card w/remote, dolby system, etc...

HP doesnt hav d prbs u hav mentioned. Such prbs r rarity wit HP.

How much is d dealer quoting 4 new LCD screen?

[rohanwadhwa]

Hi..
i am planning t buy a loptop in 60 - 65k range.. I want to primarily use it for gaming.. Im looking for one with a decent grachics card, and atleast 1 GB RAM..

I saw Lenovo 7761-6AQ with 1.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 1 GB DDR2(667 Mhx), Geforce 7400 ( 256MB with Turbo Cache), 15.4", 100GB 5400 SATA which is available for RS 68500 at Nehru Place, Delhi.
Can some one please tell me, does the above graphics card have shared or dedicated memory..?

please also advice any other good laptops in this range if you have some other in mind..
Thanx a lot.

[dragonlord]

TurboCache eats a share of the system memory
Hi..
i am planning t buy a loptop in 60 - 65k range.. I want to primarily use it for gaming.. Im looking for one with a decent grachics card, and atleast 1 GB RAM..

I saw Lenovo 7761-6AQ with 1.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 1 GB DDR2(667 Mhx), Geforce 7400 ( 256MB with Turbo Cache), 15.4", 100GB 5400 SATA which is available for RS 68500 at Nehru Place, Delhi.
Can some one please tell me, does the above graphics card have shared or dedicated memory..?

please also advice any other good laptops in this range if you have some other in mind..
Thanx a lot.

[anandf12000]

hi guys i have compaq presario v3133AU with the following config
AMD Turion 64 X2
1.6 ghz
80 gb Hdd
512 mb
Anything to upgrade to my pc.

my system is always on with internet , downloading lots of stuff
my system heats up so much. anyone known about which is the best cooler fan.
i also need to which is the best extenal hard disk for laptop.

[rohanwadhwa]

Hey guys,
Just wanted to check if anyone could tell me where can I find ASUS G1 laptop in Delhi ( or anywhere in India)...

Thx.
Rohan
Find its review here...
http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=3403&review=Asus+G1

[Sourabh]

Hey guys,
Just wanted to check if anyone could tell me where can I find ASUS G1 laptop in Delhi ( or anywhere in India)...

Thx.
Rohan
Find its review here...
http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=3403&review=Asus+G1

Won't find one for sale in India. G1 laptop means serious business with a high-end config like that and still priced less than $2k. They sell like hot cakes even in US. It has to be pre-ordered accompanied by a considerably long wait. ASUS doesn't have much of a presence in India for their notebooks, neither for AsMobile (Built on ASUS), nor Ensembles (which don't offer any customisation, comes with a standard config)

So, getting it from abroad is the only option.

[dragonlord]

Guys,

SONY VAIO VGN-C15GP has a Gefore 7400 and has similiar config as HP2117&6114TX and doesn't cost a bomb (SonyWorld dealer @ Chennai quoted 70k) .

Any reviews or does anyone have it ?

Also, is there a sonyStyle site for india ?

[rohanwadhwa]

hi again..
Am still looking for a laptop with a nvidia Geforce Go 7600 ( or more) Graphics card.. within 70k range.. Found only 2 close to what i was looking for...

Lenovo 7761 - 6AQ - > With only Gefoce 7400. And not sure how Lenovo is as compared to other brands like Hp..

Hp dv 9010 - > A bit above my range.. For around 90k...


Incase any of you has any other model in mind close to what i am looking for, please suggest....

Thx a lot..

[dragonlord]

Dell Inspiron 9400
-> With Ati X1400 = 70k
-> with Gefore7900GS = 80k
As per the Notebookreview.com graphics card comparison, AtiX1400 and Gefore7400 has comparable performance. Not sure though. [http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=39568]

hi again..
Am still looking for a laptop with a nvidia Geforce Go 7600 ( or more) Graphics card.. within 70k range.. Found only 2 close to what i was looking for...

Lenovo 7761 - 6AQ - > With only Gefoce 7400. And not sure how Lenovo is as compared to other brands like Hp..

Hp dv 9010 - > A bit above my range.. For around 90k...


Incase any of you has any other model in mind close to what i am looking for, please suggest....

Thx a lot..

[soumya]

Is this notebook good?

http://www-604.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=4611686018425212312&storeId=10000356&langId=356&categoryId=4611686018425052502&dualCurrId=1000105&catalogId=-356

[skrbhatt]

guys, i was thinking of buying a general purpose laptop.I do play games, but need not at high res.
I am thinking of dell inspiron 6400.
I have a few doubts.i can add another 5k to make the total 65k.what should i buy?
processor: 1.8 core2 to 2ghz core2.
RAM: 512 to 1 gb
or the gfx card.
Which do you think is the most appropriate?the proc?

[hailgautam]

@skarbhatt, you can add a graphics card to your dell 6400, it will run the games. Ram you can upgrade later, processor and graphics can't.

[hackers2005.3721]

hey does any one has v3133au and can the owner tell me how is it can it play nfs undergroung and about ram 512 or ungrdding needed

and also my frd i wnat to know about v6106 can anyy one show mw its picture and does it have the couting

[ajayashish]

guys, i was thinking of buying a general purpose laptop.I do play games, but need not at high res.
I am thinking of dell inspiron 6400.
I have a few doubts.i can add another 5k to make the total 65k.what should i buy?
processor: 1.8 core2 to 2ghz core2.
RAM: 512 to 1 gb
or the gfx card.
Which do you think is the most appropriate?the proc?

go for graphic card.. it will really help in long run.,..

[naveenchandran]

After a long time back to forums..... ;)

I am planning to take a notebook... [Next Month]

Budget ~35K

I need a good/descent Speed
Proccessor: [Core DUO / Turion 64]
Ram >=512MB
>=60 GB HDD
Descent Graphics...

Size, Weight doesn't matter!
Any Make..

Please Suggest the BEST Notebook.

[doctorarnab]

I want to buy a laptop for home use in the price range of 30k-35k. i use mostly for surfing, office program and some movie viewing. i have shortlisted 1.Lenovo Y500 77611AQ
2.Compaq Presario C301TU
3. LG FD-225QA2
for this. Which one of this would be a good buy? LG Xnote looks great and has 512RAM while the other two have256. All other specs are same. Can LG notebooks be trusted? Whats the general opinion regarding LG Notebooks? what other models of HP/Compaq/Acer can I consider. Please give ur user experience. all suggestions would be welcome. also i want to know whether the lenovo model comes with a TV tuner card or I have to buy it separately?
Please reply.
Thanks.
Dr. Arnab

[naveenpoddar]

hav a look on hp 3155
no other notebook gives better value for money & it also suits your budget
check out the specification here ('http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1123071-1123071-1123071-12898184-78096337.html')

[rahul_becks23]

Dell is the best in laptops

[doctorarnab]

Hi all!
The response i got for my query was very interesting indeed. while doing research i stumbled upon this interesting reader survey comdicted by PCMag.
for those vouching for Dell laptops this could be an eyeopener. please go through this (http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1895,2006499,00.asp) article. perhaps it will help all those who want to make an informed choice about buying a laptop. please do post your opinions about the article.
__________
Hi all!
The response i got for my query was very interesting indeed. while doing research i stumbled upon this interesting reader survey comdicted by PCMag.
for those vouching for Dell laptops this could be an eyeopener. please go through this (http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1895,2006499,00.asp) article. perhaps it will help all those who want to make an informed choice about buying a laptop. please do post your opinions about the article.

[rahul_becks23]

thats useless buddy

[Manshahia]

I want to buy a laptop for study purpose..
Wat sud the config??

[Akshay]

@manshahia

1st of all wht is ur budget n wht do u mean by study purpose - for programming, graphics or MS Office?

U shud go 4 a laptop wit 512 MB Ram (though 256 wud b sufficient but if u r planning to use XP, 512 is a safe bet to some extent) atleast 1.5ghz processor, wifi, preferably get a centrino sys.

[dhan_shh]

Is there any laptop with small screen monitor like 10" or 12",light weight,descent battery? Kindly help me,My budget is around 40K.

[Akshay]

@dhan_shh

U can chk d laptops frm Dell @ dell.co.in. Dey shud hav some lower priced model. 2nd option wud b sony. But dey wud b quite expensive (>50k)

[torrent08]

I am a dentist & goi for PG studies..im based in india..
I need a Laptop[will have to present powerpoint case presentations, seminar etc etc]


My Requirements 1.Dualcore processor[pentium 4, 2 Ghz] 2. 1 or 2 GB Ram 3. 40 to 60 GBharddisk 4. 14 to 17 inch monitor
actually i have no idea regarding what other requirements to look when buyi a Laptop..sorry, im a novice here :(..

my brother in US askd me to find out how much the abve configuration will cost here in India. he says Sony , Hp & Dell are good...
Whats ur all opinion, dear friends here..?
my budget within :confused: i thnk 30-70 k..

[anandf12000]

http://www.techcomindia.com/prodimages/USB-TV-Tuner%281%29.jpg

SSD-TV-811
Features:
USB 2.0 Interface Hot Plug & Play
Support Notebook PC
Full Channel TV Programs receivable
With Infrared remote control
Auto full channel scanning
Compress TV programs into MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4
Capture motion & still imageHi guys i'm going to buy this tv tuner card
pls give sug : is it worth to buy for my laptop
1400 Rupees .

[Akshay]

Ur budget is too varying.. 30-70K. Can u specify how much r u willing to pay? For 65-70k u wil get almost top of d line laptop wit Vista capability. Whereas for 30k u wil get bare minimum.

If u want a laptop for videos, music, games, etc. as well, it shud cost arnd 50-55k.

For ur presentation requirements, a laptop of arnd 40k shud b more den enuf. Compaq has d best ones n most of dem r listed on their site. Chk it out...

[evil_maverick]

need a lappy wid good gamin capabilities.....
budget------70k
any suggestions?

[dragonlord]

need a lappy wid good gamin capabilities.....
budget------70k
any suggestions?

The below lappies have Geforce 7400 and would come in your budget

-> Dell Inspiron 6400
-> Sony vaio C Series
-> Lenovo Y500
-> HP 2119,6114 (baackup sux, i heard)

[Pathik]

need a lappy wid good gamin capabilities.....
budget------70k
any suggestions?
dell xps m1210... tho the small screen wd be a problem...
also try dell inspiron 6400... u can customize it to the fullest in 70k

[Sourabh]

@anandf: the performance and quality of the tv tuner from techcom may not be spectacular, but at a 1.4k price we are talking about a neat feature that will enable you to watch TV on the laptop. If you want sharp picture quality and intend to record from live television or timeshift, getting a better tv tuner would be advisable. That would also stretch your budget to the 3.5k mark and above. In that range you have all possible options from Compro, Pixelview and Pinnacle - all of these even offer the FM feature. Now you know your options, make the best choice for your needs.

@evil maverick: If you are really interested in a gaming notebook in a sub 70k budget, you will have to compromise on the brand value. No configuration offered by manufacturers in mainstream 70k budget is suitable for gaming. Go7300/7400, ATI X1300/X1400 are good for casual gaming and running Aero on Vista and that is just about it. Get in touch with ACI or Redington India distributors in your area. ACI offers Matrix 1500 notebook based on T7200, X1600 256MB, 1GB System RAM and the other usual stuff for 70k. Redington India deal in the Verified by Intel laptops on Intel's behalf. You can get the same X1600 256MB GPU, a core duo T2300E CPU, 512x2 MB RAM on the S96J barebone (built by ASUS) for 55k. Both notebooks come with 1 year warranties and make good gaming systems. Google for S96J reviews, ACI Matrix 1500 is based on S96J barebone itself.

[desh2s]

I am goingto buy dell inspiron 6400 but I am confused while selecting the graphics card.

which card should I select
1. ATI Radeon X1400 with hypermemory
2. nVidia GeForce Go 7300 with TurboCache.

Both cards have 256 MB dedicated memory.

please help me in selection.
I will use this lappy mainly to do the office work. But I want it to play modern games also.

[Sourabh]

X1400 is better and cheaper too, go with it.

[mutant_8085]

Ur budget is too varying.. 30-70K. Can u specify how much r u willing to pay? For 65-70k u wil get almost top of d line laptop wit Vista capability. Whereas for 30k u wil get bare minimum.

If u want a laptop for videos, music, games, etc. as well, it shud cost arnd 50-55k.

For ur presentation requirements, a laptop of arnd 40k shud b more den enuf. Compaq has d best ones n most of dem r listed on their site. Chk it out...

I want to buy laptop which is Vista enabled. Want also Aero effect to be supported. Please help me in this regard. Is HP-Compaq Presario V3137TU Notebook PC meets my requirements?

Awaiting for reply.

[Akshay]

@mutant

U will need a powerful laptop given d features u want to use. So go for a laptop wit atleast 1GB RAM (upgrade if 512 is already given), core2duo processor, graphics card (nvidia preferable).

For HP/Compaq Sys, go thru: http://h20219.www2.hp.com/services/cache/384863-0-0-101-121.html

As well chk dis page: http://h50011.www5.hp.com/vista/in/index.asp

3137TU - It will run Vista but regarding Aero feature, I cant definitely say dat it will run smoothly. But u must upgrade 3137TU to atleast 1GB Ram.

U can also go 4 Dell sys. which r vista compatible. Chk it at dell.co.in.

[maverick123]

Hey all,

I am looking for a branded laptop within Rs.50,000/- with the following configuration:

Operating system installed - WinXP or Linux
Processor speed - 2 GHz
Processor type - AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technology or an Intel
Standard memory - min. of 512 MB
Internal hard disk drive - min. of 80GB
Wireless technologies - Intel® Pro/Wireless 3945ABG 802.11a/b/g or Boardcom 802.11 a/b/g
Display size - 14.1" or 15"
Display resolution - 1280 x 800
Video adapter - NVIDIA® GeForce™ Go 6150
Video RAM - good enough to support home-based applications
Weight - max. of 2.5 kgs


Thanks and waiting for all your replies on this.

-- maverick

[Sourabh]

Look no further, Dell Inspiron 6400 is for you. Configure and suit your needs, stock config should do just fine. http://dellstoreroa.sg.dell.com/public/default.jsp?c=in&s=bsd&l=en&prd_id=40396

[snake]

I am looking for Laptop with

Processor speed - 2 GHz (pref intel)
Ram - 1gb
Screen should be very clear and sharp( need for presentations and reading)
Graphic Card - nVidia 7600 or radeon x1600
Hdd - 80gb in sufficient but 7200rpm pref.
Good Battery life and not very heavy
last but not least BANG for BUCKS :D

Can guyz plz hlp me decide :)

[grinning_devil]

I am planning to get rid of my desktop, and go in for a laptop...kinda desktop replacement type. I have finalised the following config --- Its a CTO model which will be shipped to US address only. I'll have it then shipped back to me.

With the following config the price is around $1850 ..
Its an HP dv9000t . Config is ---
Let me know if something needs to be modified or removed/changed with something else...


Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo T7200 (2.0GHz/4MB L2Cache)
17.0" WSXGA+ BrightView Widescreen (1680x1050)
512MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 7600
2048MB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
160GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
Super Multi 8X DVD+/-R/RW w/Double Layer Support
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network w/Bluetooth
HP Expresscard TV Tuner for Windows Vista Notebook
HP Imprint Finish + Microphone + Webcam
High Capacity 8 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Genuine Windows Vista Business
-----

[snake]

@grinning devil
Change ur hdd get 7200rpm hdd

And r u using any kind of service to get it shipped from usa adress to u?

[grinning_devil]

hmm...yup...ur right...i was also planning to go ahead with 7200rpm...but the size factor made me go in for 5400. THe max they are giving away on 7200rpm is 100Gb disc. I can opt for 100GB * 2 = 200GB...but will add to the weight of the lappy as a whole.

PS... 100GB 7200rpm is $24 cheaper than 160GB one.

Shipping will not be a problem...the company I am working for right now has a office in Chicago and New York. Will ship it to that address, and they'll ship it back to me. Or if someone is coming over(which many guys do every month ) they'll bring over the lappy themselves.

[hailgautam]

any way your laptop would be quit heavy and could not be carried around, so why bother about the extra weight ;-)

[grinning_devil]

apart from weight, its the cost too ... it goes way beyond my budget with 2 drives....goes to $2100 !!!!

I'll be selecting either 100GB 7200rpm or 160GB 5400rpm ... keeping in mind that my laptop will remain powered on 24*7, and downloading will go on all the time .... like it happens on my present Compaq laptop, i guess i will require that additional space !!!

[snake]

wahh u r lucky every month guyz coming from der
I would suggest buy 100 gb for now couz u have dvd writer and incase u still need space u can always buy USB hdd from there.USB hdd avail there are very neat and handy and as they are usb u can plug n play.

[sivarap]

Does DELL XPS M1210 have inbuilt bluetooth and 802.11g ???? It is not mentioned it their site..... It has an awesome config otherwise.

[Sourabh]

Yes

[sivarap]

Yes

Proof? :))

[Akshay]

@sivarap

Check Here (http://www1.ap.dell.com/content/products/productdetails.aspx/xps_m1210?c=in&l=en&s=bsd)

[sivarap]

@sivarap

Check Here (http://www1.ap.dell.com/content/products/productdetails.aspx/xps_m1210?c=in&l=en&s=bsd)
Is it invisible to me alone???? or is there any secret word like "Showme seseme"

I alreadyu checked teh page. Send a snapshot if u see it and if possible.

[Akshay]

No it is not invisible if u keep ur eyes open.. Clik on d technology tab - wireless ready. Dat shud clear ur queries

http://imagecloset.net/uthumbs/opt1173351997o.jpg (http://imagecloset.net/viewer.php?id=opt1173351997o.jpg)

http://imagecloset.net/uthumbs/rgh1173352201i.jpg (http://imagecloset.net/viewer.php?id=rgh1173352201i.jpg)

[rakeshishere]

Hi Digitians,
I have decided to buy a laptop and have a budget of 35k.I wanted to know if there is a possibility to upgrade any peripheral like RAM or HDD for a higher version than the standard specifications mentioned by the Retailer.and Is it possible for me to Get an Assembled Laptop anywhere in Bangalore

Specifications I need:
2.6-3.0Ghz Processor
512MB/1GB RAM
80GB/Higher HDD
DVD Writer

I can Extend my Budget to 40K in case for a Higher RAM or HDD.I would like to use my laptop for browsing,Running applications like PHOTOSHOP,ILLUSTRATOR,Visual Studio e.tc. and No GAMES at all though it might be a diff fact that Laptops r not Good for Gaming than DESKTOPS.As per my Budget and requirements ,I found a nice Little Model named-->Compaq Presario V3155AU
In the above compaq model they have mentioned the PROCESSOR:AMD Turion™ 64 Mobile Technology MK-36 .Does it mean its a 64bit Processor and will it give me any compatibily problem for softwares including my OS?

I would like ur suggestions on this and would take all ur opinion into considerations for the purchase of this latop...Plz Do suggest if there is any other model available not considering the Price/Budget provided it has excellent features and does not arise any problems

[Akshay]

@rakesh

3155AU is gud option. Else configure ur sys at Dell. Though it wud cost a little more, it wud b worth it. Dont go 4 Acer though dey r cheap.. Compaq has a DVD Writer model in their sub 40k model but it is celeron

[sekharengg]

I want to buy a laptop for programming related to application development and do some gaming too.Gaming not on high end.

My budget is 40k. So please help me out which brand or configuration to go for.

[Akshay]

@sekharengg

Chk Dell Inspiron 640 & 6400 series. They will b a little higher then ur budget but r good ones. Also chk compaq series mentioned in earlier posts. Best - chk latest issue of Digit for same query

[Maverick340]

I wanted to know if all laptops can be upgraded .Or does it depend on motherboards .. ? I want a gfx card for hp dv6245ca and an internal dvd writer for compaq nx6120

[prankie]

hey,
can anyone tell me how to buy DELL laptops??? AFAIK, they dont have any retail shops...
reply soon... i live in bhopal...

my friend wants a lappy below 55k..
his only requirement is that it shud be able to run Vista with aero support...

[Akshay]

@prankie

Call up dell on their TOLL FREE No. or leave ur contact details at their site - http://www.dell.co.in. They will revert bak 2 u. U can configure ur sys @ their site

[sivarap]

Dell website is awesome...the way they have options for different components and auto update of their prices. But someone telme if it wld be a lot cheaper if i buy it in a store?
Also are there similar sites for Compaq and other lappys

[prankie]

any other option other than dell??

[GunshotSilence]

my uncle recently bought a hp pavillion 6137tx with

core2 t5500 @1.6ghz @667hz fsb
1x1gb ram
120 gb 5400 rpm hdd
15.4" widescreen
1.3 mgpixel camera
dvd writer and geforce 7400 go
1yr warranty

for 61000 incl taxes

i have finalised aci matrix 1500 with

core2 t7200 @2ghz @667hz fsb
1x1gb ram
120 gb 5400 rpm hdd
15.4" widescreen
1.3 mgpixel camera
dvd writer and ati Mobility radeon x1600 256 mb dedicated
2yr warranty

for 70000 incl taxes

buying in april as soon as exams get over

[Akshay]

Dell is not available normally in stores. It wil b cheaper to buy directly frm dell.

Common practise follwd in India is to contact Dell as "xyz computer stores" n get those few hundred rupees of extra discount.

Apart frm Dell, Compaq/HP r d best options. Sony is more expensive

[Josan]

i want to buy a laptop around 100k ,,,so should i go for sony vio or other tablet editon any other company

[Akshay]

SUGGESTED LAPTOP:

Range - Upto 42,000/-

COMPAQ PRESARIO V6211AU

AMD Turion 1.6, 512 DDR2 RAM, 120GB HDD, 8x double layer DVD Writer, nvidia Geforce 6150, 15.4"widescreen, Vista Home Basic, card reader, BT, wifi, etc...

Dealer/Co. is offering free webcam, HP Headset, international calling card, data card & 1 year insurance free on dis product.

So seems a cool offer compared to odr cos.

Same product is available in Intel Dual core for Rs.46k (V3239TU). But it doesnt have nVidia card. So for Vista, 6211AU wud b preferable.

[patelpk]

Can somebody tell me review of "Dell Inspiron 1501"
also please tell me street price of it and how much gonna cost me for 1 gb ram upgrade

[hailgautam]

Can somebody tell me review of "Dell Inspiron 1501"
also please tell me street price of it and how much gonna cost me for 1 gb ram upgrade

You can get the price of the machine on the dell site itself, it is a Inspiron 6400 almost except for the fact that it is based on the AMD Turion based processor, hence it is cheaper. AMD mobile processors it seems get hot a lot and that is why they are not recommended for the laptops....

[abs_shayz]

Hello,
I want to replace my desktop with a laptop. the specifications I want in the lappy are as follows,
Core 2 Duo 1.6ghz, 1gb ram(upgradable), 15" widescreen display, 100+ gb sata HDD, DVD RW, bluetooth, good quality speakers etc. This will be mainly used for graphics purposes. are there any advantage opting for AMD Turion 64 X2? Pls recommend some models having solid performance. and my budget is max of 60k rupees.

Thanks in advance.

[GunshotSilence]

hp pavilion 6137tx
core2 t5500 @1.6ghz @667hz fsb
1x1gb ram
120 gb 5400 rpm hdd
15.4" widescreen
1.3 mgpixel camera
dvd writer and geforce 7400 go
1yr warranty

for 61000 incl taxes -chennai

[bhabendrasaikia]

Hi friends,
want to buy Dell Inspiron 6400 laptop, but a small doubt, say after 3 years the battery stops working, need replacement or the keyboard malfunctions, how is Dell's response in such cases . any option other than going to Dell if they dont replace the components ?

[Sourabh]

They do replace components like battery, keyboard and likes. If the laptop serves you well for three years, you may be more willing to get the faulty components replaced from local laptop repair guy than pay Dell a much bigger sum.

[sanyaldk]

hi guyes !
i have hp pavilion dv 2122tu. my battery lasts for just 1.45hr max while doing some word file typing and other minor works.my friend have dell 640m his battery lasts for about 3hr doing same works. both have 6cell battery.
so the poor battery life is characteristic of hp or my laptop`s battery has some problem?

[bhabendrasaikia]

@Sourabh,
you mean Dell components can be replaced by non-Dell vendors ?

[Sourabh]

Yes, Why does that surprise you?

[bhabendrasaikia]

I thought they wont be compatible. Fine if it is not so. Thanks.

[sid311]

hi guys...need to buy a laptop for around 50-60k...choice is between hp pavillion and sony viao...which one do u think is better...need it for mid range gaming, watching videos etc...pls suggest (any other brand would also do except dell..)

my choice is between hp dv6226tx and sony VGN-C22GH...please let me know....

[sivarap]

Del Inspiron 6400 and XPS1210 can be configured with almost the same config...but teh price diff is huge...any idea why?

[arijitraja]

Hi..
I want a laptop costing not more than 40k. I currently have a IBM T43 and its wonderful but its too expensive to no point thinking of it. If I can get it from the US then its cheaper and within budget but then i will only get it when someone i know comes back to india in near future.. But i want to buy it within 10-12 days. Now about the constraints and requirements -
1) Good battery backup and not very heavy.
2) doesnt need to be a desktop replacement but yes atleast 60GB HDD and 512 RAM and basic things which are there in every laptop these days.
3) Wireless
4) Shouldnt be COMPAQ.

How is Acer ? There is one model i dont remember the model number which has every feature possible and costs around 42k. what are the general drawbacks if any of Acer generally ?

O yes and as someone already asked.. hows this model ?

DellTM InspironTM 1501 Notebook
AMD® Turion 64x2 Mobile technology TL50
Genuine Windows VistaTM Home Basic
15.4" Wide Screen XGA TFT Display (1280x800 res.)
512MB DDR2 SDRAM at 533MHz (1X512MB)
80GB1 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
Free upgrade to 8X DVD+/-RW Combo Drive with dual layer write capabilities

[Chirag]

Anyone used HP dv2214TU or HP dv6226TX??? How are they?

[hackers2005.3721]

i think compaq roxx

[GunshotSilence]

dv 6226tx is diff from 6137tx by just OS. latter has MCE, former has vista home premium.

mu uncle bought 6137tx last month. seems good. havent used it.cost is 61k

me buying hp dv9222tx on thursday for 67k

17" at 1440x900, 160 gb hdd, 1gb ram t5200 1.6ghz and geforce go 7600 and vista home premium

[patelpk]

Hi All,

I have zeroed on these 2 model for me

ACER ASPIRE 5572
Compaq Presario V6211

Both are around 40K

Can u suggest me the best Buy

[hackers2005.3721]

i have compaq 6211 its cool i got it for 43k its rocking man

[patelpk]

i have compaq 6211 its cool i got it for 43k its rocking man

Hi I checked it here (Bangalore) its coming in 39500 incl. taxes + carry case

Can u giv me more info about the performance & other features

Thanks

[hackers2005.3721]

dude its rocking man what can i tell more its value for mone but hey listen try to get a cooling pad <if u use the lappy more than 2.5 hours >constant. and a mouse it looks a babe . i took it bc it looks grt

[patelpk]

dude its rocking man what can i tell more its value for mone but hey listen try to get a cooling pad <if u use the lappy more than 2.5 hours >constant. and a mouse it looks a babe . i took it bc it looks grt
How much cooling pad will cost me & the price of Mouse
Please tell me whts the meaning of bc in the Bold text above

Do tell me are they providing Driver cd & wht about the recovery partition. Is it too difficult to delete it to free space

& did they provide Vista CD with It ...

Please post wht all the things which come along with it

& if possible pls post some pics of it..

[aritrap]

Can anyone tell me about the Model no and name of company whose laptop has any processor of frequency 1-2Ghz, 256 or 512 MB memory, atleast 40GB hard disk,combo drive or DVD writer comes with/without preloaded OS and costs around Rs.30000.

Please include the price too.

[Ganeshkumar]

Hi I am planning to buy DellTM InspironTM 6400 Notebook... (Core 2 duo, 1GB Ram, 80GB, DVD Writer,...) Is there any other good bet?? I can spare arnd 50K...

I heard that Dell has no dealers.. I have to deal direct with Dell... So how is the support?

I am ready to buy other brands too...
Waiting for reply frnds...

[hackers2005.3721]

yaaa dell is good but noo looks man compaq v6000 has grt look one of the bst

[bhabendrasaikia]

Friends,
please help me decide which one to buy. Both have almost same config Intel Core2Duo processor, 1 GB RAM, Priced around 48k.
HCL AX009012 was declared "Editor's Choice" in laptop review in PCQuest,April Issue in budget category (under 55k) . On the other hand Dell doesnot have local dealers , so i fear i might get stranded if it gives some problem in future.
Your opinions please.

[patelpk]

Hey , hackers2005.3721

did u got the the free gifts available with Compaq V6211AU.

http://h50043.www5.hp.com/ENP5/Public/Content.aspx?contentID=20827&portalID=372&pageID=1

Please let me know because i am going for this lappi only

& also do tell me wht and all comes along with Notebook i mean carrycase etc.

[hackers2005.3721]

man i got original carry case of leather see that its puree bc it cost io think more than 1000rs amd i mentioned the dealer beofre only while nego to give me a free mouse and yes i didnt got it but while a no and u haev to regiter your product will be givin to u have to register it and then u have to pay the amount told by them . the dealer will also do it for u .but u hae to pay for the courier charg as said by the compaq . i have also registered my product and it will take about more than 15 days as i have paid then 10 days beofreee kkk for how much r u buying ??/ plzzz cna u tell . and haaa plzz see that u buy frm a good dealer . and buy your lappy which is not used too show the product like in croma ther r man lappy showed dont buy them . buy seal packk kkk

[Ganeshkumar]

yaaa dell is good but noo looks man compaq v6000 has grt look one of the bst

Thanks...
But for me ergonomics is not that much important...

Is there any other good bet???:confused:

Friends,
please help me decide which one to buy. Both have almost same config Intel Core2Duo processor, 1 GB RAM, Priced around 48k.
HCL AX009012 was declared "Editor's Choice" in laptop review in PCQuest,April Issue in budget category (under 55k) . On the other hand Dell doesnot have local dealers , so i fear i might get stranded if it gives some problem in future.
Your opinions please.

For HCL laptops.. they r not putting price in their web pages.... n there is no such hcl 009012 model in their web site... ?

Is there any other model u r looking at? I am too planning at ur same price range .. let me know wen u fing anything better config @ better price..

Dell pricing is g8!@!
Thanks n bye

[sivarap]

how are HP dv6000t and dv2000t? any better ones in teh range?

Need a Laptop with following config

7200 2Ghz Ducore proccy
2GB DDR 667FSB
SWXGA display
256MB NVDIA GFX card
DVD writer

[bhabendrasaikia]

Thanks...
For HCL laptops.. they r not putting price in their web pages.... n there is no such hcl 009012 model in their web site... ?

Is there any other model u r looking at? I am too planning at ur same price range .. let me know wen u fing anything better config @ better price..

Dell pricing is g8!@!
Thanks n bye
yes, strangely no mention of model ax009012 in hcl site.
Refer to PCQuest,april issue. It is adjudged editor's choice in 55k category.
Config:1GB RAM,Core2Duo,160 GB HDD,Vista home basic,bluetooth etc
price rs 48896 incl of taxes here in guwahati.

Thanks...

For HCL laptops.. they r not putting price in their web pages.... n there is no such hcl 009012 model in their web site... ?

Is there any other model u r looking at? I am too planning at ur same price range .. let me know wen u fing anything better config @ better price..

Dell pricing is g8!@!
Thanks n bye
yes, strangely no mention of model ax009012 in hcl site.
Refer to PCQuest,april issue. It is adjudged editor's choice in 55k category.
Config:1GB RAM,Core2Duo,160 GB HDD,Vista home basic,bluetooth etc
price rs 48896 incl of taxes here in guwahati.

[patelpk]

Hi Friends,

Does anyone have Windows XP Drivers for Presario V6211AU.

'hackers2005.3721' u Have the same Notebook ...
Do u Have those Drivers or can u tell me where can i find them....

Basically looking for Chipset, VGA, and Audio Drivers.

[hackers2005.3721]

i dont know what r u saying . ask frm whom u have taken the notebook reee

[patelpk]

i dont know what r u saying . ask frm whom u have taken the notebook reee

That i will do ...

I was just asking whether u are also using Xp on ur Laptop.

[khandu]

Hi There

Whats ppl thoughts about

http://www-604.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=4611686018425244522&storeId=10000356&langId=356&categoryId=4611686018425052502&dualCurrId=1000105&catalogId=-356

LENOVO 776127Q

Although it lacks VISTA as OS..

anyone has proper pics of it

some thoughts plz.. my budget is 75000

[Akshay]

@patel

U can find all d drivers for ur notebook on compaq site. In case ur sys is not listed, u can search ur model n get d links to drivers

[patelpk]

@patel

U can find all d drivers for ur notebook on compaq site. In case ur sys is not listed, u can search ur model n get d links to drivers

Well Akshay believe me i search everthing i did'nt get what i wanted.

Only 3 drivers i wanted
1. Chipset Driver.
2. Display ( VGA ) Driver.
3. Sound Driver.

Check Here
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareList?os=228&lc=en&cc=in&dlc=en&product=3398076&lang=en

None of them Listed here

Do u have any suggestions.

[neo_anderson]

matshita uj-805s firmware upgrade for compaq v3228au, problem listed as dvd-discs unreadable,pls respond asap...

[coolendra]

can any1 please suggest me a good laptop within 45-50 K....

it shud hav a reasonable gaming pc feature...nd wi-fi internet usability....basically required for hostel use ...

[hackers2005.3721]

compaq v6000 seies and i havw v6211 42000 u will love the machine in the first site

[Akshay]

@patelpk

Download d drivers from Intel site. U will get all d 3 drivers thr.... (hope urs is a 9** m.b)

[Ganeshkumar]

can any1 please suggest me a good laptop within 45-50 K....

it shud hav a reasonable gaming pc feature...nd wi-fi internet usability....basically required for hostel use ...

I am too planning in this range n...
I am going for Dell Inspiron 6400! !:)

[hackers2005.3721]

i think d6400 has noo lokks i think go for compaq v6211

[patelpk]

Well Akshay believe me i search everthing i did'nt get what i wanted.

Only 3 drivers i wanted
1. Chipset Driver.
2. Display ( VGA ) Driver.
3. Sound Driver.

Check Here
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareList?os=228&lc=en&cc=in&dlc=en&product=3398076&lang=en

None of them Listed here

Do u have any suggestions.

While Seaching for Solution of Above problem i got this link which has all the drivers for the Presario V6211AU Notebook for XP.

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareList?os=228&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&product=3177518&lang=en

Hope this could help some of you Like Me.

[coolendra]

how is ACER ASPIRE 5052 laptop ??...

it has got AMD turion 64 X2...512 RAM , 80 GB HDD ,ATI Radeon 1100 extndable to 256 mb vram 14 inch screen , DVD writer , Bluetooth , wi-fi etc.... for around 38500...

but some one said it heats up fast.....is it true....

plz tell me....

[Drizzling Blur]

Hello everyone, firstly i could not read the whole thread, since i have to make a decision real quick and make an effective one about which Lappie to buy.

Uses, id put my Laptop through after buying

1) Document Processing
2) Internet Accessing (Wi-Fi and Cable)
3) Movies
4) Music

Those are the four major uses id put my laptop to, but then trust me when i say Movies, Music and Internet, I take it to the limit, since im on the run, i need something thats reliable, that has a good battery backup and good display and ease at mobility. Kindly help me, I have Sony Vaio in mind but for the same cost of a Sony Vaio if i can get the best model in some other brand i would not mind shifting, i need as many features as possible by default. Kindly help me, i would check this thread now and then since i have to make a decision by evening. Also my budget is not a constraint :) :P

Kindly help me.

Also, some random questions about Laptops, Im totally unaware of their working whatsoever, it could sound funny, but im geniunely interested to know the answer to these questions.

1) Id be taking a fixed line Internet at my place for the laptop, at the workplace, there's Wi-Fi, how do i configure both ? Will there be any issues doing all this ? I mean the IP things and stuff, I dont have a clue about it all :(

2) Does a Lappie have a static IP ? or rather if someone gives me a link on how lappies and Wi-Fi actually work together it'll be amazing

3) I download a lot from the internet, my desktop is cool with it all, can i do the same thing with the laptop ? I usually download office material worth like 60Mb twice a day or something depending on the work that day, will my lappie be comfortable with these kind of downloads ?

[liquid_nitrogen88]

hi friends

i am planning 2 buy a laptop in the range 50k-65k.

i have already done a bit of research including this nice thread.

i dint but get answers 4 ONE qn which i am puttin down here.

________Which brand from HP/Dell/Vaio/Acer ?________

the points 2 consider are
@ weight is not a problem
@ i will be watching lots of movies in it
@ occasional gaming only
@ no hevy duty work

pls help me out on this pals

thx

[Akshay]

@coolendra

Dont buy Acer Aspire 5052. Build quality is also not dat gud. Chk out Compaq, Dell options with same config.

[sivarap]

1) Id be taking a fixed line Internet at my place for the laptop, at the workplace, there's Wi-Fi, how do i configure both ? Will there be any issues doing all this ? I mean the IP things and stuff, I dont have a clue about it all :(

Ask ur admin team to setup ur wi-fi at home and for ur wired connection ask ur provider's call centre. That will be good rather than me explaining. If u still want help, PM me.

2) Does a Lappie have a static IP ? or rather if someone gives me a link on how lappies and Wi-Fi actually work together it'll be amazing

Can be set as both dynamic and static. Usually wireless(since there is no idea how many will be connecting to it) is dynamic and wired(ur DSL modem) is static IP

3) I download a lot from the internet, my desktop is cool with it all, can i do the same thing with the laptop ? I usually download office material worth like 60Mb twice a day or something depending on the work that day, will my lappie be comfortable with these kind of downloads ?

Ofcourse yes. Even if you feel lappy d/l speed is slow, download in PC and then establish a n/w between ur lappy and Desktop and transfer it to ur laptop. Jimble

[deepakchan]

hi friends

i am planning 2 buy a laptop in the range 50k-65k.
________Which brand from HP/Dell/Vaio/Acer ?________

thx

Definitely only hp/dell. Nothing else. Dell's service is better than hp's. But hp's looks are better. Its a tough choice. Its ultimately you who has to decide. ;)

[hackers2005.3721]

Definitely only hp/dell. Nothing else. Dell's service is better than hp's. But hp's looks are better. Its a tough choice. Its ultimately you who has to decide. ;)



true go for hp or dell no no noo for any thing else

[sivarap]

AMD prcessor or Intel? I have an eye on Intel 7200 processor which has 2GHz and 4MB L2 cache,

[anandf12000]

hi guys i have compaq presario v3133au
AMD 1.6 X2
512 Ram
80 gb
NVIDA GEforce go 6150 256 MB
i got the game Need for speed Carbon original version
when i play the game its streaming much
what i have to upgrade ......

[hackers2005.3721]

i think u should upgrade ram and even it is because of the low end grapic crd

[sivarap]

AMD prcessor or Intel? I have an eye on Intel 7200 processor which has 2GHz and 4MB L2 cache,
No one knows about it? :p

[Sourabh]

@sivarap: You should wait for the new Santa Rosa based notebooks to hit the Indian shore. Manufacturers sell notebooks with T7200 with a high premium in India. The T5x00 Core 2 Duos are more common. So, I were you, I won't bother about T7200 in May 2007. Hope you get the point!

I have just ordered the Inspiron 640m notebook from Dell :)

[sivarap]

@sivarap: You should wait for the new Santa Rosa based notebooks to hit the Indian shore. Manufacturers sell notebooks with T7200 with a high premium in India. The T5x00 Core 2 Duos are more common. So, I were you, I won't bother about T7200 in May 2007. Hope you get the point!

I have just ordered the Inspiron 640m notebook from Dell :)
I am getting it from teh US so it is almost 15K cheaper. What say? ofcourse the warrenty is a risk.

what is the performance difference between 1.6Ghz with 2MB L2cache and 2GHz 4MB L2 cache?
(The price difference is Huge :D)

[Sourabh]

The performance different is not much to warrant the premium costs. If you do plan to get it, get those ASUS machines G1, G2, a8js or similar. They come with T7200, nice GPUs and 2GB RAM. Dells, Lenovos and HPs are too expensive for it on customization.

Just my views!

[Ganeshkumar]

CAN I go for ATI Mobility Radeon x1400 Hypermemory in mY Dell Laptop for Rs. 4150??

IS IT REALLY WORTH???

[Akshay]

@Ganeshkumar

Wht r u going to use Radeon for? If intensive gaming, a definite no-no. For general purpose like movies, etc. it is ok.

[Ganeshkumar]

Fow Windows Vista Aero Interface...

Can I go for??

[Akshay]

Shud wrk provided if u have enuf free ram but if u hav a few applications running as well, performance will suffer...

[azaad_shri75]

I want "only laptop " from any good reputed and with good post sales service,


config should be- 15.4" wide screen tft, 2gz c2d 667 mz atleast, a dedicated 256 mb gfx,1gb ram(upgradable to 2-4gb) 80-120 gb hdd,dvd rw dl dvdram,and other common stuff like usb ports, fire wire port, good complete key board etc......

suggestions would be appreciated,

i dont want pre installed M$ OS, I would using linux or solaris...

[sivarap]

I want "only laptop " from any good reputed and with good post sales service,


config should be- 15.4" wide screen tft, 2gz c2d 667 mz atleast, a dedicated 256 mb gfx,1gb ram(upgradable to 2-4gb) 80-120 gb hdd,dvd rw dl dvdram,and other common stuff like usb ports, fire wire port, good complete key board etc......

suggestions would be appreciated,

i dont want pre installed M$ OS, I would using linux or solaris...

The usual reply in the thread....DELL inspiron 6400 or HP dv6xxx series

[azaad_shri75]

^^ I want without pre installed M$ os.

[sivarap]

You can choose to get Linux installed....I don't think that will be a problem. But you will not be able to buy online.

[azaad_shri75]

^^ thats ok, I want to know the models from other makers as dell , lenovo, hp are costly.

[deepakchan]

^^ thats ok, I want to know the models from other makers as dell , lenovo, hp are costly.

But their service is good. What if your hard disk or keyboard konks off? You'll be running around with ur laptop?

[Ganeshkumar]

^^ thats ok, I want to know the models from other makers as dell , lenovo, hp are costly.

Dell is relatively the Cheaper one with HP, Lenovo...... :)

I think HCL is the Cheapest laptop available here...

[azaad_shri75]

Dell is relatively the Cheaper one with HP, Lenovo...... :)

I think HCL is the Cheapest laptop available here...

checked hcl models not liked them,

will dell provide without M$ os,thus price could reduced.

[sivarap]

Dell is relatively the Cheaper one with HP, Lenovo...... :)

I think HCL is the Cheapest laptop available here...

Whaaat? Dell is cheaper than HP? no way

[Ganeshkumar]

checked hcl models not liked them,

will dell provide without M$ os,thus price could reduced.

Yes for me too...
Thats y I went for DELL... But they wont come without MS OS.... I confirmed frm DELL...:(

Anyway I think it is a good bet...

Whaaat? Dell is cheaper than HP? no way

Are U in INDIA???:confused:

[sivarap]

yes I am but I've watched only teh US prices....I want someone to buy it from there..... :D...really....is DELL cheaper than HP?

[Ganeshkumar]

Yes SIVA....
If we r going for Basic core 2 duo laptop... The difference is nearly RS.8000/....

[sivarap]

Which one is better?
256 MB ATI Mobility(TM) Radeon(R)X1400 Hypermemory
or
256 NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) Go 7300 Turbo Cache

Also please telme why.....I am very confused as i don't know much about GFXz card.

[rajputsanju]

hi , I m sanju, i m a new member of this community, first of all hello! to every one. I have some query , that i have a compaq presario V2000 series laptop, i m running windows VISTA on my notebook, my motherboard is intel 915 gm chipset, so my inbuilt graph