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[Sourabh]

6400 is already an old model when compared to the US market....:D

Nope. E1505 and 6400 are just the same. Consumer 15.4-inch laptop = E1505 in US, Business one = 6400 in US. Same thing, different name. In india, all are labeled the same(6400) For what it's worth, atleast it avoids some consfusion in India.

[Ganeshkumar]

Thnaks for the info....

If the price remains same.... it would be the best deal!!!

[patelpk]

Hi All,

This is just to inform u all that today i received my free gifts from HP after purchasing Presario V6211AU Notebook.

It Contains "a Web Cam","a HeadSet" and "a International Calling Card"

They have the facility to apply for data card from Relinace but they want an initial amount of 3300/- ... I dont like this idea so I didn't went for that offer.

"hackers2005.3721" Have you received your gifts ????

[sivarap]

Hi All,

This is just to inform u all that today i received my free gifts from HP after purchasing Presario V6211AU Notebook.

It Contains "a Web Cam","a HeadSet" and "a International Calling Card"

They have the facility to apply for data card from Relinace but they want an initial amount of 3300/- ... I dont like this idea so I didn't went for that offer.

"hackers2005.3721" Have you received your gifts ????
Congrats...howmuch did it cost?

[patelpk]

Congrats...howmuch did it cost?
300/- as handing & transportation charge

[_hsr]

i need a laptop and i will use it for doing these:
Office work (word excel ppt pagemaker etc..)
Movie Watching
Browsing(optional)
Gaming(Gta vc nfs most wanted f1 2002)
Music(thru headset)
and at last some backup(power)

[prasad_den]

^^ Your budget..??

[_hsr]

Rs 30000 to 40000

[prankie]

plz help me decide a laptop, my budget is £700-800 (gettin frm UK)
i need:
17" TFT
decent gfx card (plz tell which is better Geforce 7600go or 8600m??)
i specially like dell inspiron 1720 with geforce8600m
and hp pavillion dv9341eu with geforce 7600go
plz help me decide.... or give any better models.?

[Akshay]

@prankie

Go wit HP Pavilion dv9341.

@hari

Go wit Compaq Presario V6211AU. It wil satisy most of ur criteria except 4 it mite cost a little more den 40k n u wil need to upgrade battry 4 extra life. It is recommended dat u go wit a little high power laptop coz wit Office 2007, u wil need extra power...

[gauravakaasid]

Hi people, my friend needs a lappy widin 40k max. he's gettin these quotes:
(all prices are inclusive of tax)
HCL AMD Turion Y2002 dual core 1.6ghz @Rs.38,470
HCL Pentium Core Duo AXK2101 1.73Ghz @Rs.40,590
HCL Centrino Core Duo AX8008 1.73Ghz @Rs.37,990
LG Core Duo Centrino FD-223QA2 1.73Ghz @38,990
Acer AMD Turion Dual Core Aspire 5053 ANWXMi 1.6Ghz @38,990

wich of the above will be the best bang for buck?

n also, hows the HP Pavilion dv9341, as Akshay mentioned. wats its price?

hey guys...help me out with this plzzzz.....

[prankie]

dv9341eu retails for 800pounds... it has AMD Turion X2 tl-56 proccessor,1GB ram, 17" WXGA+ TFT, Geforce7600Go dedicated 256MB gfxcard...

[Ganeshkumar]

Hi people, my friend needs a lappy widin 40k max. he's gettin these quotes:
(all prices are inclusive of tax)
HCL AMD Turion Y2002 dual core 1.6ghz @Rs.38,470
HCL Pentium Core Duo AXK2101 1.73Ghz @Rs.40,590
HCL Centrino Core Duo AX8008 1.73Ghz @Rs.37,990
LG Core Duo Centrino FD-223QA2 1.73Ghz @38,990
Acer AMD Turion Dual Core Aspire 5053 ANWXMi 1.6Ghz @38,990

wich of the above will be the best bang for buck?

n also, hows the HP Pavilion dv9341, as Akshay mentioned. wats its price?

hey guys...help me out with this plzzzz.....

As far as I knew....
HCL is not preferred brand for laptops!!
Go for compq! or Acer or Dell(may u have to wait long) ...:)

[Pravas]

Suggest me a good laptop. Must haves 15inch or 17inch screen. 160gb HDD. 1gb ram atleast.Intel core 2 duo Processor. Please mention the cost too. It would be better if further upgrading is available in the system:). And how can i use my laptop screen only to run my desktop cpu.

[gauravakaasid]

@Ganeshkumar...too late dude...already got the HCL AMD Turion Y2002

[Chirag]

Comments on this one plz:

http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF05a/1090709-1116637-1116665-1116665-1116665-13077516.html

Also is there any model by HP in which directX 10 card is there??? Also any model in which 7600gs is there and which costs below 60k??

[prasad_den]

So far I haven't seen any HP laptops with Dx10 cards.. YOu can opt for a Dell Inspiron 1520 with Nvidia 8600 card that has dedicated 256MB memory.. Will definitely fit within your budget..!

[Chirag]

^^
Nah not dell.. Warrenty stuff and all.. None by HP??

Also is it good to go with 7 series card instead of 8 series card now??

[deepakchan]

^^
Nah not dell.. Warrenty stuff and all.. None by HP??

Also is it good to go with 7 series card instead of 8 series card now??

What do you mean by warranty stuff?? Dell has the best warranty and service among laptops..

[Chirag]

^^
I mean its support in India. It got only 3 service centres in India. I know they will come at home to take the laptop. But my frnd who had DELL laptop got some probs with it and they took long time to replace it.. Me still rethinking of going with DELL and it is the only offering Dx10 cards in laptop right now. Correct me if I m wrong..

[prankie]

Is buyin a laptop frm ebay a good idea????
chk this out
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HP-Pavilion-DV9260NR-Intel-Core-2Duo_W0QQitemZ160132961161QQihZ006QQcategoryZ177QQ ssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
for a similar laptop in india u got to pay more than a lakh.. this guy is sellin it for 430 pounds...
what say???

[GeekyBoy]

How's this Laptop for such a low price ?(Rs 31990)

http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06a/1090709-1116637-1123071-1123071-1123071-13031696.html

[prasad_den]

Is buyin a laptop frm ebay a good idea????
chk this out
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HP-Pavilion-DV9260NR-Intel-Core-2Duo_W0QQitemZ160132961161QQihZ006QQcategoryZ177QQ ssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
for a similar laptop in india u got to pay more than a lakh.. this guy is sellin it for 430 pounds...
what say???
Its an awesome rig.. Pity that the seller accepts only wire transfers.. not paypal..!! With paypal you at least have some protection..!

The specs are good, but the GFx card is a tad old.. Anyway, I'd prefer to make a direct purchase when such a large amount is involved..

[prankie]

but how do these guys manage to get these machines for so less price???
i can get this machine by my brother, he lives in london...
but will there be any issues with the warranty???

[hailgautam]

Hi All,

This is just to inform u all that today i received my free gifts from HP after purchasing Presario V6211AU Notebook.

It Contains "a Web Cam","a HeadSet" and "a International Calling Card"

They have the facility to apply for data card from Relinace but they want an initial amount of 3300/- ... I dont like this idea so I didn't went for that offer.

"hackers2005.3721" Have you received your gifts ????

my friend bought a hp notebook some time in june, they were offering data card, but since he is not here in india asked me to take it. but can i get the webcam+headset + international card instead???

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 graphics card is 128 mb, so i m not able to enjoy the windows AERO glass theme, coz its need higher graphics card, can any tell me tht is it possible to upgrade or set a graphics card on tht mother board mentioned above?, i m waiting for ur reply frends..........

Bad Luck... Notebook pcs are not really upgradeable when it comes to graphic cards....

[himtuna]

HI guys my old laptop battery in no more. May it rest in peace,,, I have bought a new one and wants to extended its liftime. Please guide me in giving some extra hours to it. And how to dischagre a battery, I have seen in guides that one must disharge the new battery 2-3 times before using it. But how to do it? (discharing!=using>>>then how??)

[hackers2005.3721]

full battery should be overrr

[azaad_shri75]

HI guys my old laptop battery in no more. May it rest in peace,,, I have bought a new one and wants to extended its liftime. Please guide me in giving some extra hours to it. And how to dischagre a battery, I have seen in guides that one must disharge the new battery 2-3 times before using it. But how to do it? (discharing!=using>>>then how??)

not neccessary for new lithion batteries, just use it.

[himtuna]

full battery should be overrr
whats "overrrr"
but in the instruction manual its written ......to discharge ...for along life.....not include in 6 months warranty..........??

AND just use the lion battery???

Man let me tell you one thing just today I got the battery replaced..because the one which I bought suddenly died after after I think 2 uses???? Thanks to warranty. I think its because of overheating, my lapy is just too hot even after a half an hour use. and the vendor says the previous battery malfunctioned due to motherboard failure???lurk...he even added the overheating problem could also burn the CPU??

One thing I know that the lapy is burning my laps and about its internal I dont know?
I there any way I could save the old lapy from sudden " Burning"

recently I have emptied my pocket on:
1) 80 gb hdd (previous one was giving :"Disk read error")
2) a keyboard (it was too costly, but was that much important also)
3) a ram ( as ofcourse the previous one.." dumping the physical memory")
4) a battery....a new battery which worked only for two uses....and today I got it replaced......

Now I dont want to go for a motherboard or a processor.

[hackers2005.3721]

see dude laptop heats within half an hour only when there i€s no proper ventilation . plzz dont put the laptop on the bed or anyy cloth it is bbeter u keep it on the table . so taht it ventation system works . kk and evevn if your sys€tem heat€s up then u u€se a cooling which is€ about lee€s than 1000 bukc which will ever heat your s€y€stem very nice thing i €shoud €say for all thos€e who r haivng the complaint of heating laptop vry nice thing i have it and my laptop now odes€nt heat only and plzz dont kkeep it on the pillow or bed . u will burn your mohtherboard

[manoj_299]

I'm confused in buying Dell laptop model 6400 & 1420. 1420's festures and benefits are much more than if compared with 6400 but Just I have habit in working with 17" Monitor so just confused that 14.1" screen for Dell 1420. Will it be too small viewing? This 14.1 Inch push me back to buy 15.1" 6400 model. I am very confused. And also please tell me Difference between Normal monitor they Provide VS Truelife VS Ultrasharp with Trulife....Please suggest and help me out

[himtuna]

Is buyin a laptop frm ebay a good idea????
chk this out
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HP-Pavilion-DV9260NR-Intel-Core-2Duo_W0QQitemZ160132961161QQihZ006QQcategoryZ177QQ ssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
for a similar laptop in india u got to pay more than a lakh.. this guy is sellin it for 430 pounds...
what say???


http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF25a/1090709-1116637-1116665-1116665-1116665-13077748.html
just check this out .....not around one lakh but you will be buying it form an indian dealer, whats more you want

[hackers2005.3721]

dude i think go for 15 inch not le€s€s than that if u wnat to an desktop replacment if u wnat to use for ofice use then 14 inch is beeter but i will reccomd 15 inch only . but i know it is tought as in 1430 what ever the no is as beeter looks and new design and also new feature . beeter u have to comnparise on screen . but if u need a desktop replacment go for 15 inch only

[Ganeshkumar]

I'm confused in buying Dell laptop model 6400 & 1420. 1420's festures and benefits are much more than if compared with 6400 but Just I have habit in working with 17" Monitor so just confused that 14.1" screen for Dell 1420. Will it be too small viewing? This 14.1 Inch push me back to buy 15.1" 6400 model. I am very confused. And also please tell me Difference between Normal monitor they Provide VS Truelife VS Ultrasharp with Trulife....Please suggest and help me out

If u move with ur laptop everyday.... then get 14" only!!!
else 15"... I have 6400... and feels little heavier than my frnds lenevo! Movie watching will be better in 15"!:cool:

Regarding Truelife... they have better contrast so that u can watch better even in daylight!! generally u go for this.... it will be useful if u use the laptop in outdoor! and ultrasharp... they have higher resolution!! i bought mine with truelife and completely satisfied:p

[manoj_299]

I will use mostly as desktop replacement really. I am not gamers at all. Havent remember when played last game. I will this laptop for being online almost I use 8-10 hrs everyday. Work isnt like very high graphics and multimedia but Its mostly Office related and yes need good screen as mentioned Trulife. Need for watching movie. Please thell me how is battery life and what kind of problem if any with Dell? Please suggest.

[Ganeshkumar]

I will use mostly as desktop replacement really. I am not gamers at all. Havent remember when played last game. I will this laptop for being online almost I use 8-10 hrs everyday. Work isnt like very high graphics and multimedia but Its mostly Office related and yes need good screen as mentioned Trulife. Need for watching movie. Please thell me how is battery life and what kind of problem if any with Dell? Please suggest.

Few problems with DELL are....
No showrrom - so u cannot c ur laptop!
Delivery time - arnd 10days
Buy through - Phone or Online!
Ergonomics - Not Great!!

But....
U can save VAT:cool:
Dell is great value for Money at this budget!!

In WinXP i get arnd 3 hrs battery life if i am only browsing!! with my 6 cell battery;)

[himtuna]

how about ultra portable laptop
I am getting it for Rs 35,000.00

http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa90/himtuna/020113c.jpg
Config : 800Mhz Processor (celeron), 364mb RAM, 40 gb hdd.....mY Father is
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa90/himtuna/020109d.jpgdying to get this and is even ready to pay Rs. 35k for this second hand lapy..He wants it for online shares trading.....is it a worth buy....?
I told him that we will get a lapy 13" at least with much higher config in about 40k.but he wants compact..giving reasons that an O2 costs almost the same. How to make him understand that this wouldnt be a worth buy! But if he decides he will buy it. Is there any other ultra mobile laptop under 40k.

[manoj_299]

Few problems with DELL are....
No showrrom - so u cannot c ur laptop!
Delivery time - arnd 10days
Buy through - Phone or Online!
Ergonomics - Not Great!!

But....
U can save VAT:cool:
Dell is great value for Money at this budget!!

In WinXP i get arnd 3 hrs battery life if i am only browsing!! with my 6 cell battery;)


How can I save VAT? They said charges always exclusive VAT. WIll I have to bargain with them? "Ergonomics - Not Great!!" Arent you satisfied with Dell? I dont want to go with other brand because no fit budget and want onsite warranty. And also Dell is one of the premier brand in Market.

[Ganeshkumar]

How can I save VAT? They said charges always exclusive VAT. WIll I have to bargain with them? "Ergonomics - Not Great!!" Arent you satisfied with Dell? I dont want to go with other brand because no fit budget and want onsite warranty. And also Dell is one of the premier brand in Market.

As u buy directly from DELL... The VAT is not applicable!;)
So they would ask for a letter stating that u r not going to resell it - I think that wont be a problem so u save VAT 4% i.e. approx.4K:p

I own 6400 and i like it except that pure white coating over the edges wen i open the laptop! I too had dilemma wen i was planning to buy ... but now satisfied as i saved a huge amt over HP!

Yes! DELL's Service is No.1 that is wat i heard frm the users! :)
wat model u have planned to get>>??

[manoj_299]

As u buy directly from DELL... The VAT is not applicable!;)
So they would ask for a letter stating that u r not going to resell it - I think that wont be a problem so u save VAT 4% i.e. approx.4K:p

I own 6400 and i like it except that pure white coating over the edges wen i open the laptop! I too had dilemma wen i was planning to buy ... but now satisfied as i saved a huge amt over HP!

Yes! DELL's Service is No.1 that is wat i heard frm the users! :)
wat model u have planned to get>>??
I've plan to get 6400.

http://www1.ap.dell.com/content/products/productdetails.aspx/inspn_6400?c=in&cs=inbsd1&l=en&s=bsd&~ck=mn
Click customize to see product.
I reqested for quotation and Dell called me and talked 45 mins. I Asked for VAT off and referencing I have friend in Delhi using 6400 Name Ganesh :) he got VAT off but he said he would paid higher price at that time price the price was higher. Now he cant make the VAT off. If you can PM me detail about you I can ask him saying your reference that you gave letter that you want for personal use.

The quoted price:
Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo Processor T2450
Genuine Windows Vista(TM) Home Basic 32 bit (English)
1 Year Next Business Day (8x5) Onsite Response (Parts + Labour)
1GB (2 X 512MB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
with Trulife monitor.

http://pic1.picbin.net/direct/fvf0gjc.jpg

[azaad_shri75]

and what are other specs ie, whether exclusive graphics card of 256 mb is provided or using the on board memory, and what about dl dvd writer, if your budget permits upgrade your cpu to t7200.

[Ganeshkumar]

I've plan to get 6400.

http://www1.ap.dell.com/content/products/productdetails.aspx/inspn_6400?c=in&cs=inbsd1&l=en&s=bsd&~ck=mn
Click customize to see product.
I reqested for quotation and Dell called me and talked 45 mins. I Asked for VAT off and referencing I have friend in Delhi using 6400 Name Ganesh :) he got VAT off but he said he would paid higher price at that time price the price was higher. Now he cant make the VAT off. If you can PM me detail about you I can ask him saying your reference that you gave letter that you want for personal use.

The quoted price:
Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo Processor T2450
Genuine Windows Vista(TM) Home Basic 32 bit (English)
1 Year Next Business Day (8x5) Onsite Response (Parts + Labour)
1GB (2 X 512MB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
with Trulife monitor.

http://pic1.picbin.net/direct/fvf0gjc.jpg
U r not getting any favour frm them! It is legal for us to get exempted from VAT... VAT is applicable only if U r going to buy and resell them...

Check ur PM...:)

[manoj_299]

and what are other specs ie, whether exclusive graphics card of 256 mb is provided or using the on board memory, and what about dl dvd writer, if your budget permits upgrade your cpu to t7200.


I hardly reached this budget. Upgrading Processor Is very expensive here. I am not going to upgrade it. And whatever is my works with this laptop I think this processor is more than enough. I am still using my PIII 1.13 with 256 RAM and 120 GB HDD. I am providing you other specs....

Intel Core Duo T2450
2.0 GHz, 2MB Cache, 533 MHz FSB

Intel Core 2 Duo T5500 (+Rs. 7621)
1.66 GHz, 2MB Cache, 667 MHz FSB

Intel Core 2 Duo T5600 (+Rs. 11929)
1.83 GHz, 2MB Cache, 667 MHz FSB

"Does Core Duo and Core2Duo different? What difference"



Genuine Windows Vista(TM) Home Basic 32 bit (English/Hindi) DVD Media

1 Year Next Business Day (8x5) Onsite Response (Parts + Labour)

1 ExpressCard Slot, (DOES NOT SUPPORT PCMCIA CARDS)

Artic Silver with Alpine White accents on a black base

Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet

Intel(R) 945 Chipset Family

Integrated Stereo Sound

Dell(TM) Media Direct 3.0

Internal 56K Modem

Dell(TM) PC-Restore

15.4" Wide Screen XGA TFT Display with Truelife(TM) 1280x800

1GB (2 X 512MB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM

Intel(R) Media Accelerator 950 Graphics Up to 224MB shared system memory

No Floppy Drive

80GB SATA Hard Drive

Internal 8X DVD+/-RW Combination Drive with dual layer write capabilities. Roxio Creator 9.0

Dell(TM) Network Assistant - 90 days Trial

Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module

Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945 Dual Band 802.11a/g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card

6-cell 53Whr Lithium Ion Primary Battery + 65W AC Adapter

DELL Large Nylon Case.

I have provided all info.


@Ganesh, Thanks for PM. Did you buy the same config or the config with fast processor. When did you buy and how much it costs you.

[azaad_shri75]

I hardly reached this budget. Upgrading Processor Is very expensive here. I am not going to upgrade it. And whatever is my works with this laptop I think this processor is more than enough. I am still using my PIII 1.13 with 256 RAM and 120 GB HDD. I am providing you other specs....

Intel Core Duo T2450
2.0 GHz, 2MB Cache, 533 MHz FSB

Intel Core 2 Duo T5500 (+Rs. 7621)
1.66 GHz, 2MB Cache, 667 MHz FSB

Intel Core 2 Duo T5600 (+Rs. 11929)
1.83 GHz, 2MB Cache, 667 MHz FSB

"Does Core Duo and Core2Duo different? What difference"



Genuine Windows Vista(TM) Home Basic 32 bit (English/Hindi) DVD Media

1 Year Next Business Day (8x5) Onsite Response (Parts + Labour)

1 ExpressCard Slot, (DOES NOT SUPPORT PCMCIA CARDS)

Artic Silver with Alpine White accents on a black base

Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet

Intel(R) 945 Chipset Family

Integrated Stereo Sound

Dell(TM) Media Direct 3.0

Internal 56K Modem

Dell(TM) PC-Restore

15.4" Wide Screen XGA TFT Display with Truelife(TM) 1280x800

1GB (2 X 512MB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM

Intel(R) Media Accelerator 950 Graphics Up to 224MB shared system memory

No Floppy Drive

80GB SATA Hard Drive

Internal 8X DVD+/-RW Combination Drive with dual layer write capabilities. Roxio Creator 9.0

Dell(TM) Network Assistant - 90 days Trial

Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module

Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945 Dual Band 802.11a/g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card

6-cell 53Whr Lithium Ion Primary Battery + 65W AC Adapter

DELL Large Nylon Case.

I have provided all info.


@Ganesh, Thanks for PM. Did you buy the same config or the config with fast processor. When did you buy and how much it costs you.

yes there is a differenece in core duo and core 2 duo, latter has slight architecture difference(technically I too dont know much) and has 64bit support which is and would be default platform for future apps.

if possible go for single 1 gb memory stick, it would be easy for future upgrade,

go for home premium,

and how have you selected hdd partition, as in dell you have no freedom to have custom ones,


I think the days are not far when we could assemble notebooks to our own choice and at much cheaper price.

[manoj_299]

yes there is a differenece in core duo and core 2 duo, latter has slight architecture difference(technically I too dont know much) and has 64bit support which is and would be default platform for future apps.

if possible go for single 1 gb memory stick, it would be easy for future upgrade,

go for home premium,

and how have you selected hdd partition, as in dell you have no freedom to have custom ones,


I think the days are not far when we could assemble notebooks to our own choice and at much cheaper price.

I can partition HDD myself as I talked this issue in Dell they said you can partition yourself your HDD. You can customize as needed partition yourself. Yes it support maximum 2 GB Memory i.e. 1 Gb x 2. not going for home premium because it would need more RAM as Dell recommends 2 GB RAM for this. Core Duo Doesnt support 64 Bit?????? I think that AMD Processor in 1501 model support 64 Bit and this Intel dont? AMD is cheaper with 64 bit support and dual core processor. Please check if Core Duo support 64 bit or not?

[Ganeshkumar]

@ Manoj
These links will help u... theses threads r started by me wen i planned to buy the dell...
http://www.thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=57433

For My config and price i bought look into this... 2nd page
http://www.thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=55820


What i prefer u is.. get core 2 duo!! u can get core 2 duo configured laptop for less than 46K!!

Hope those links help u!

[azaad_shri75]

I can partition HDD myself as I talked this issue in Dell they said you can partition yourself your HDD. You can customize as needed partition yourself. Yes it support maximum 2 GB Memory i.e. 1 Gb x 2. not going for home premium because it would need more RAM as Dell recommends 2 GB RAM for this. Core Duo Doesnt support 64 Bit?????? I think that AMD Processor in 1501 model support 64 Bit and this Intel dont? AMD is cheaper with 64 bit support and dual core processor. Please check if Core Duo support 64 bit or not?

yes it does not support 64 bit, as Ganesh says try little harder on your budget and get core 2 duo and ask for 1 gb ram stick.

[Ganeshkumar]

Dell give 1x1GB ram stick only in in other series... like latitude for amt arnd 700... Anyway ask them is it possible for them to give... Lucky if u get it!

[manoj_299]

Today the Dell Man Keerthan again called me asking cheque but I finally decided to wait some more and collect money to extend budget for core2duo at least. I asked that man to give RAM 1 GB stick but he said Vista Need dual channel Stick so he cant help it. Thanks Ganesh I read your blog, it helped me so much.

[Ganeshkumar]

Today the Dell Man Keerthan again called me asking cheque but I finally decided to wait some more and collect money to extend budget for core2duo at least. I asked that man to give RAM 1 GB stick but he said Vista Need dual channel Stick so he cant help it. Thanks Ganesh I read your blog, it helped me so much.

I think that sales man is fooling!!:confused: saying Vista Need dual channel Stick.......
Then How come Dell Latitude Laptops have option of 1x1GB Ram Stick with VISTA!>>???:shock:

[awestriker]

Hi,
Can any body tell me, where can I get exchange offers on laptop in Chennai?
I got a P4(HT) Mobile 2.8Ghz Processor Compaq laptop, which is 1.5years old. The model number is 2517AT.It has genuine Windows Xp Pro SP2. I have put a extar 512MB RAM and upgraded the HDD to 80GB. The laptop has no problems till date. I am more intrested to go for a high-end laptop and hence sell/exhchange mine.

Else if anyone is intrested to buy this one, then please pitch in your rates.

Cheers,
Jack

[azaad_shri75]

Today the Dell Man Keerthan again called me asking cheque but I finally decided to wait some more and collect money to extend budget for core2duo at least. I asked that man to give RAM 1 GB stick but he said Vista Need dual channel Stick so he cant help it. Thanks Ganesh I read your blog, it helped me so much.

what does he think, by saying so, insist for 1 gb stick.

[manoj_299]

what does he think, by saying so, insist for 1 gb stick.

I will insist sure and talk another salesman too. I asked him upgrading is problem if you provide RAM in both slot so leave one I will buy 1 GB RAM later from Dell but he said 512*2 will be provided. But I have decided finally to extend budget and go for Core2Duo to further one month waiting for arranging money. Its already huge expenses I dont want my Lappy goes outdated soon when it comes to run latest application. Maybe price would fall too. Thanks all buddy here for helping me.

[abhinav_bipnesh]

Hi
I am looking for the new Santa Rosa platform Asus G1s-A1 in INDIA as it is prsent on the Asus India site so bassically i want the some seller in Pune as I am thinking to buy this. So please help me out in this regard.
Also if anyone can suggest me the equivalent in other brand then also fine.

You can find details of it on asus india site as the link given below
http://in.asus.com/products.aspx?l1=5&l2=74&l3=464&l4=0&model=1447&modelmenu=1

Help Me out plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
:confused::confused:

[manoj_299]

Dell launched Vostro Series for sale in India. Watch out on Dell site.

[Ganeshkumar]

These laptops from DELL is Going to Rock~~~!!!

Seems to be cheaper tooo!

[hackers2005.3721]

yaa man frll has realed it but me uphappy i brought v6211 just 15 days back irs expensive and also too low memory

[manoj_299]

Inspiron 1520 vs Vostro 1500

Someone Please review Vostro 1500 Notebook and Please compare it with Inspiron 1520 and tell which will be best option to go with 1520 Inspiron or 1500 Vostro

[Sourabh]

@abhinav_bipnesh: You can configure Dell Inspiron 1520 with the same config as the ASUS G1S-A1. Surprisingly, You can get it for cheaper than the ASUS. So, go with the Dell. You can save another 4-5k by upping the RAM to 2GB after purchase on your own. If your budget allows, get 3-year complete cover on the Dell.

[abhinav_bipnesh]

@abhinav_bipnesh: You can configure Dell Inspiron 1520 with the same config as the ASUS G1S-A1. Surprisingly, You can get it for cheaper than the ASUS. So, go with the Dell. You can save another 4-5k by upping the RAM to 2GB after purchase on your own. If your budget allows, get 3-year complete cover on the Dell.



@sourabh: Ya you are right but what i know is that Dell Inspiron 1520 does not come with Intel's Santa Rosa platform chip mainly M965 chip set which i am looking for. So please tell me that whether it is coming with the same chip set or not then I can go with as my budget is up to 80K as I am looking for a laptop which come with the latest hardware with this budget so that I can have a good gamin performance & i can go for development work also.
So any other good option are welcome Please hlep me out.:confused::confused::confused:

[boomchick88]

any one got what will be the best price for this config
core2duo t7100 800 fsb
intel 965
1GB (2 X 512MB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
120 gb hdd,8xdvd+-rw,
14" wide screen
wifi bt

[Ganeshkumar]

47.5K ........... Go for Dell vostro 1400!!! customize in their website!

[manoj_299]

any one got what will be the best price for this config
core2duo t7100 800 fsb
intel 965
1GB (2 X 512MB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
120 gb hdd,8xdvd+-rw,
14" wide screen
wifi bt

I also vote for Dell Vostro 1400 series...

[TechHunter]

Hi Guys,

I am planning to buy a laptop around 50K.

Though i agree DELL would give me best perfromance, I am not so much comfortable with DELL as i can't get to see what i am paying for :confused: and besides it doesn't have any good looks as that of HP.

Can anyone suggest which would be the best model/configuration i can get, if i am going for HP in my budget. I am mostly going to use it for my studies and occationally for watching movies :p .


Thanks,
TechHunter.

[nikeel]

Any idea when the Sony Vaio CR series with 14 inch displays will be available in India ?

[hackers2005.3721]

dude the new dell sriers vestro what ever it is is its have a grt looks

[TechHunter]

Hi,

Any suggestions on Hp dv6314 (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1116665-1116665-1116665-13077516-80307124.html)!!

Thanks,
TechHunter.

[Ganeshkumar]

Yes u can go for it ....... If u prefer only HP! I too had the same model in my mind but this wuld come arnd 60K so i went for Dell!

[TechHunter]

Thanks for the reply Ganesh...

One of the main reasons why I am not going for DELL is that I will not be able see or feel what I am going to get, before I pay for it. I also want to try out some basic test on the lappy before I could decide for which one to go for.
Though I also came to know that DELL is going to showcase its model in some select outlets in a couple of months from now... but I can't wait till that to happen.

As of the cost, I tried configuring Dell Inspiron 1520 to the same as DV6314. It came around 57K. This is pretty much the same as some dealers have quoted for DV6314. I am also looking for further reduction on this as we are buying 2 pieces at a time (one for me and another for my friend).

However, there are 2 things that are bugging me on DV6314:
* One the 2*512MB RAM (which just takes out my option on upgrading later) and
* Windows Vista Ultimate, which is preinstalled.
Will I be getting the DVD for this if it’s preinstalled or is there a workaround (as some dealers have told me about some recovery sort of thing)?

Any idea on this?

Thanks,
TechHunter.

[prasad_den]

^^ 1.You'll get a recovery DVD...
2. Even dell has 2 x 512 MB RAM.. So HP or dell, you'll be stuck with 2 512mb sticks unless you decide to go in for an upgrade with them itself.. But that would be too costly (dell charges around 9k for an upgrade from 1gb to 2gb). You're better off getting the default version. and going in for a RAM uograde later by yourself..
3. dv6314 comes with a go7400 gfx card, whereas the dell comes with 8400 or 8600 card..

[Ganeshkumar]

I think u have decided for Hp..... Anyway it is a g8 brand if price doen't matter! I asked some dealers in chennai and they told me that HP wont give u 1x1GB ram.... and there is no chance for that! anyway u demand them! and I think HP wuld give Ultimate DVD with system!

I configured Dell Vostro laptop with 2 GB Ram I think this wuld be the best deal in this segment......
Q540706V - Dell VOSTRO 1500 Notebook

Base System Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T5470 1

1.66GHz, 2MB Cache, 800 MHz FSB

Operating System Genuine Windows Vista(TM) Home Basic 32 bit (English) 1
Dell Services: Hardware Maintenance 1 Year CompleteCover 1

1 Year Telephone Technical Support (9am To 6pm, Monday - Friday)
1-Year Limited Warranty (Next Business Day Service - parts & labour)
Regulatory Label
Dell(TM) Keyboard with Touchpad (English) 1
Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet 1
Dell(TM) Media Direct 1

Approx. 2.0GB of HDD space will be allocated to Dell Media Direct.
Internal 56K Modem 1

RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)
Display 15.4" Widescreen WXGA (1280x800) TFT Display with TrueLife(TM) 1
Memory 2GB (2 X 1024MB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM 1
Audio Solution Integrated Stereo Sound 1
Video Card NVIDIA(R) GeForce(TM) 8400M GS with 128MB GDDR2 dedicated graphic memory 1

Base Assembly (Discrete)
Hard Drives 120GB SATA Hard Drive 1
Internal Optical Drive Internal 8X DVD+/-RW Combination Drive with dual layer write capabilities 1

Roxio Creator 9.0
Security Software McAfee(R) Security Center(TM) 8.0 - 15 Months OEM (English) 1
Bluetooth Module Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module 1
Wireless Network Solution Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945 Dual Band 802.11a/g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card 1
Adapter 90W AC Adapter 1
Primary Battery 6-cell 53Whr Lithium Ion Primary Battery 1
Carry Case DELL Large Nylon Case 1


RS.55,700 ARND

[prasad_den]

^^ How much did that cost you..??

[Ganeshkumar]

Arnd 55.7K!

[TechHunter]

Thanks for ur replies guys....

And Ganesh, you had almost got me there, to think back on going 4 DELL with ur Vostro configuration. That was a really good configuration... Thanks for the effort u spend, i really appreciate that.

I had gone today for another round of laptop hunting here in Chennai. Guess what, HP has another pavillion model released HP DV6516 (http://www.cyberpark4u.com/laptops/hp-pavilion/pavilion-dv6516tx.htm).

The config is similar to that of the DV6314 with the below +ve points:
-- 2 GB RAM
-- NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS 128 MB Dedicated Graphics
-- Fingerprint reader (though not much of a use but still a add-on :D )

And the -ve points:
-- Intel Core2 Duo Processor T5250(1.5 GHz, 2 MB L2 Cache, 667 MHz FSB) to T5300 1.73 GHz , Level 2 cache 2 MB, 533 MHz FSB.
-- The integrated web cam is a VGA cam as compared to 1.3mp of DV6314.

The processor clock speed has gone down though its FSB is higher. Any comments on this.
Let me know if i am missing something.

Ah.. yes... the cost... its almost the same as DV6314, in fact with some dealers the bargain came to a lesser amount of about 57K(inclusive of Tax).

Thanks,
TechHunter.

[Ganeshkumar]

I dont c that dv6516TX model in thier website...! I dont think this dv6516TX with 2 GB and Geforce8400m that cheap!

dv6516TX seems to be better than the previous model....

But now my heart aches a liitle wen i think i bought dell inspiron 6400 (1GB ram and ATI x1400) for 53K a 50 days back!

let me know ur decision....

Bye......

[prasad_den]

@techhunter: That HP 6516 looks very good.. are you sure it costs only 57K... CAn you tell me where in Chennai you are getting that.. and when are you planning to buy one..??

[orangeperl]

Here are related laptop battery and some tips,
http://www.laptopbatteryshop.ca

This below is nice:
http://www.laptopbatteryshop.ca/laptop_batteries/toshiba-pa2452672.htm

[dhan_shh]

HP 6314 is doing very well in Chennai!

I heard that it's getting withdrawn gradually! People should hurry up in getting it as soon as possible!

I think we can still customize it.
YOu can go for 1GB x 2 in exchange for original 512MB x 2 (They are giving 'Transcend' 1GB x 2 for Rs.3475 + VAT with 3yrs warranty)

If you still insist on HP RAM,you can still get 1gb x 2 for Rs.6475 + VAT with 1yr warranty (this time no exchange)

So,it comes to Rs.56,990 + VAT = 59,220
Transcend 1gbx2--->3475+VAT= 3,614
-------------------
62,884

They are also offering many finance schemes like 4.5% @ 1yr or 3.5% @ 6months.

[prasad_den]

^^ Any option of customising the GFx card from the go7400 to the 8600..??

[dhan_shh]

I think NVIDIA 8600 with with 256MB GDDR2 should cost around 2.9K for notebook!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I had a discussion with one of my senior friend,who says 'hp 6314' lacks the

power,b'coz of a "tiny" processor to tackle 'Vista Ultimate or buiness pro'!

He says we need atleast 2GHz,4MB cache,800 MHz FSB(T7300) or 2.2GHz,4

MB cache,800 MHz FSB(T7500) to have better 3D experience(Aero) along

with minimum RAM of 2GB to 4GB!

He also says not to go for 'Transcend',the most horrible RAM!!!????

Is it right to wait for upgraded processor model of hp?

or customize it with Dell (then it comes to very high cost,around 77K)

Confused!!!!!!!!!!?????????????????

MY budget is 50 to 60K,decent pro,vista home premium or business,

Wifi,BT,webcam,fingerprint reader,DVD RW with ?BR reader

120-160GB hdd,weight 2.5 to 3.0KG,atleast 5hrs battery life,


Experienced heads,kindly help!!

[TechHunter]

I dont c that dv6516TX model in thier website...! I dont think this dv6516TX with 2 GB and Geforce8400m that cheap!

dv6516TX seems to be better than the previous model....

let me know ur decision....
You are right... I too couldn't find the DV6516TX model in HP site. Its only when i went, this weekend, for getting quotations from a HP dealer on DV6314 she said about this (very) new model in market. Though the discount price she quoted was of 58.5K. I goggled around to get the link I had given there. (HP DV6516 (http://www.cyberpark4u.com/laptops/hp-pavilion/pavilion-dv6516tx.htm))

This configuration took me also by surprise:o . With this new model name in my mind i went around Chennai to some 10-12 dealers, and the discounted price started to vary from 56.5K to 59.5K.
I haven't completely reached at any decision yet though DV6516 seems to be a good Prey.

That HP 6516 looks very good.. are you sure it costs only 57K... CAn you tell me where in Chennai you are getting that.. and when are you planning to buy one..?? Yes Sir, it’s around 57K but after some tough bargain. I got these quotations with some dealers in Ritchie Street, Chennai. I am planning to buy/order this in a week or 2, most probably this weekend. And as we are planning on a 2 piece buy I am looking for still better bargain. Any plans of joining us to take the count to 3??:D

HP 6314 is doing very well in Chennai!

I heard that it's getting withdrawn gradually! People should hurry up in getting it as soon as possible!

I think we can still customize it.
YOu can go for 1GB x 2 in exchange for original 512MB x 2 (They are giving 'Transcend' 1GB x 2 for Rs.3475 + VAT with 3yrs warranty)

They are also offering many finance schemes like 4.5% @ 1yr or 3.5% @ 6months. You are right.. HP 6314 is doing well. But the only -ve point in that is that they are giving Windows Ultimate with 1 GB RAM. The OS itself will take up most of the RAM leaving little for heavy applications. Hence I was planning to change the OS to Windows XP after purchase. But now HP DV6516 has set me to look again on things, with not much price difference from DV 6314.

The only thing that’s bugging me is the processor speed going down to 1.5GHz from 1.7GHz (of 6413) though the FSB is higher. Can anyone suggest if its something to be concerned with!!

[prasad_den]

And as we are planning on a 2 piece buy I am looking for still better bargain. Any plans of joining us to take the count to 3??

Well.. I asked that for the same reason.. to see if a combined purchase will get a better bargain.. But next weekend is a little too early for me. I was planning to get it in the 2nd or 3rd week of August. And I'm planning to go for an EMI purchase.. don't have enough dough to spend fully...

[TechHunter]

Well.. I asked that for the same reason.. to see if a combined purchase will get a better bargain.. But next weekend is a little too early for me. I was planning to get it in the 2nd or 3rd week of August. And I'm planning to go for an EMI purchase.. don't have enough dough to spend fully...
I am not sure if my friend is ready to delay it any more (already we are 2 weeks behind our planned purchase date)... anyway how about first week of August(i can try convincing him if we can get a better bargain.. otherwise there is no sense in delaying it further)?

[prasad_den]

^^ Don't delay it on my account dude.. Just proceed with the purchase..!! How are planning to pay for it..?? EMI..?? If so, let me know the T&C of the EMI..

[TechHunter]

^^ As i said, i haven't completely decided on the thing yet... we will be getting to the final decision by this weekend (Hopefully).

[prasad_den]

^^ OK. Just as a favour, PM me when you have decided, and let me know the details of your purchase.. :D

[Ganeshkumar]

I think NVIDIA 8600 with with 256MB GDDR2 should cost around 2.9K for notebook!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I had a discussion with one of my senior friend,who says 'hp 6314' lacks the

power,b'coz of a "tiny" processor to tackle 'Vista Ultimate or buiness pro'!

He says we need atleast 2GHz,4MB cache,800 MHz FSB(T7300) or 2.2GHz,4

MB cache,800 MHz FSB(T7500) to have better 3D experience(Aero) along

with minimum RAM of 2GB to 4GB!

He also says not to go for 'Transcend',the most horrible RAM!!!????

Is it right to wait for upgraded processor model of hp?

or customize it with Dell (then it comes to very high cost,around 77K)

Confused!!!!!!!!!!?????????????????

MY budget is 50 to 60K,decent pro,vista home premium or business,

Wifi,BT,webcam,fingerprint reader,DVD RW with ?BR reader

120-160GB hdd,weight 2.5 to 3.0KG,atleast 5hrs battery life,


Experienced heads,kindly help!!

Hi wat i feel is U can configure Dell Vostro 1400...

What i think is for Vista 1.8GHz 800Mhz fsb is enough... With this processor u can opt for 2GB ram, Nvida 8400m, 9 cell battery, display true life, vista premium, DVD writer, 120 gb .... Thsi comes arnd 61K!!1

I think this will suits for u........:) :)

Main thing for Vista is Ram and Graphics card.... and i dont think processor wuld be that much important! so even 1.5 Ghz, 2GB, with grapics card wuld work same as 2GHz 2 GB ram with same gfx card! (There wont be much diff) !

[prasad_den]

Today I enquired the HP delaer in my city.. and he too has the HP DV6516TX lappy.. The specs are as follows:

Intel C2D T5250 (1.5GHz)
intel 965 PM chipset
2 GB PC2-5300 DDR2 RAM
160GB SATA HDD @ 5400rpm
8x lightscribe double layer DVDRW
15.4" Widescreen Brightview TFT
nVidia GeForce 8400M GS Gfx card
Altec Lansing Speakers, 5 in 1 card reader
High speed56K modem, 3 USB ports
Integrated Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g
Integrated HP bluetooth module
6 cell Li ion battery, IEEE 1394
Touch pad, S Video out
Windows Vista Home Premium
Webcam (VGA)
Finger print reader

Rs.57990 + taxes

Worth buying....??

[TechHunter]

^^ i don't know if there has been any price revision on DV6516TX since last week. When i had asked last week the price ranged from around 57K to 59K inclusive of taxes, with different dealers. Though the first dealer had quoted me 58K + Taxes.

I still am a bit confused between DV6516 (1.5GHz) or DV6314 (1.73GHz), on the processor speed. After all RAM can be upgraded but not the processor. Is that 230MHz that significant, any suggestions ??

[dhan_shh]

ThanQ Ganeshkumar for ur suggestion:

I have few queries!

1.For Dell laptops,how will you pay? Online transfer? Do they accept 'Debit Cards'?

2.How much time it will take for Delivery? Should I have to pay anything for installation? if any?

3.MOst of the laptops are loaded with 'genuine' OS! Then what to do for 'Office 2007' or Office XP? Then the budget becomes very heavy!!!
I don't think we'll be able to run 'pirated' office in a genuine OS! We may expect some conflicts??!!

4.How is the experience with 'Spare battery'? HOw is it differerent from having 6cell or 9cell batteries?

5.How useful is the 'Lock'?

Kindly share your views!! Thanx in advance!!

[Ganeshkumar]

^^^

Regarding Payment ... U can go by Credit card or Cheque or DD! in the name of Dell India Pvt. Ltd. I went through DD....

For me it took 9/10 days....

If u want any help in installing u can go for with extra amt... If u opt for Basic system install worth Rs.900 they will come and open pack and check everything is right not more than that! so u prefer only if u dont know anything.... or also u can go for classic install for rs. 1300!

My frnd doesnt have any conflict with genuine vista and pirated Office XP!

U have to carry the spare battery with u... If that is OK u can go..... but wen u opt for 9 cell u r adding another 250 gms for ur laptop!

I dont know much abt lock.....

[dhan_shh]

Oh! That's Gr8!!!!

ThanQ verymuch,Friend!!

------ . ----- . ------------

Regarding 'Data Card' from Airtel,Reliance or Tata Indicom,Anyone with personal experience?

Dell comes without PCMCIA slots,that's very unfortunate!
But,luckily most of the 'Data cards' now come with 'USB Modem' option!!

I'm using Airtel's MO for checking mails,browsing and as a modem for my mobile! MO also frequent problems,At this time,now MO is out of order due to Server problem in Chennai!

Any good suggestion is welcome!!

[nikeel]

Oh! That's Gr8!!!!

ThanQ verymuch,Friend!!

------ . ----- . ------------

Dell comes without PCMCIA slots,that's very unfortunate!
But,luckily most of the 'Data cards' now come with 'USB Modem' option!!


I thought none of the new laptops come with PCMCIA slots

[boomchick88]

any one got idea about HP 6510b models
http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/sm/WF25a/1090709-1124051-1124051-1124051-12434656-78262804.html
r they availaible in india
whats the price(best buy)
i m cnsidering to buy
any one know in Pune from where i can get it(whre is computer market in Pune)

[prasad_den]

^^ You can try the "house of laptops" in Pune..

[dear_srik]

hi,
yesterday I've bought the HP 6516TX laptop, it was one of the best models I have zeroed in... the other being Dell XPS...
This is a good notebook but the battery could have been better.. It barely lasts 2 to 2:30 hours on full charge... I was using internet through bluetooth so may be it was draining the battery more...
One thing I was shocked was I cannot install windows XP on this system as there were no drivers avail... and the HP service center also said the same.. i was little dissappointed... very few s/w or no comparible s/w are avail on vista yet..so jus be prepared for a surprise...
the note book is pretty good and at 58500 at visakhapatnam, i think its a good deal but wonder if it will be avail at some better price.

[TechHunter]

hi,
One thing I was shocked was I cannot install windows XP on this system as there were no drivers avail... and the HP service center also said the same.. i was little dissappointed... very few s/w or no comparible s/w are avail on vista yet..so jus be prepared for a surprise...
:shock::shock::shock: are u sure 6516 doesn't support Win XP ?? That was the first thing i was planning to install in the system !!!

Edited: Did u ask them about DV6565us, it is the same version(well.. almost... i guess) in US as of 6516 in India ?

Check this link out:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareCategory?lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&product=3446806〈=en& (http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareCategory?lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&product=3446806&lang=en&)
is this what driver u were talking about ??

[Sourabh]

Why is everyone so paranoid about drivers? You don't need HP to provide drivers for XP. Go to Intel website for chipset, WiFi & graphic drivers. There are a few options when it comes to sound chips used, so google for the model and get the drivers. LAN, modem and others, if not detected by XP directly can also be found. Other utility softwares(additional keys, touchpad, webcam) which the manufacturers provides are same for all models. All laptops you get in the market today will run XP.

[TechHunter]

Why is everyone so paranoid about drivers? You don't need HP to provide drivers for XP. Go to Intel website for chipset, WiFi & graphic drivers. There are a few options when it comes to sound chips used, so google for the model and get the drivers. LAN, modem and others, if not detected by XP directly can also be found. Other utility softwares(additional keys, touchpad, webcam) which the manufacturers provides are same for all models. All laptops you get in the market today will run XP.
Oh Boy, I am so happy to hear that...:D
I don't know much about the drivers and all those stuffs... that's why just got carried away when "dear_srik" told DV6516 doesn't support Win XP :oops:.

Anyway, thanks for pacifying my worries :smile:.

[dhan_shh]

Is this worth trying??

HP Pavilion tx1201AU :

AMD Turion™ 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile Technology TL-56
• 1.80 GHz, 512KB + 512KB L2 Cache, Up to 1600 MHz system bus running at AC/DC mode 35 Watt

Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium

2GB DDR2 RAM

160 GB HDD

DVD writer

WiFi+ Bluetooth+

NVIDIA® GeForce™ Go 6150

12.1” WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display with Integrated Touch-screen (Pen input optimized)

Fingerprint Reader+

Remote control+

Stylus with Tether+

5-in-one Card Reader+

WebCam+

Price:65,990+


(Special Points: 2GB RAM,vista home premium,"Touch Screen",fingerprint reader)

How is "AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual-Core Processor"?????

Anyone with personal experience with AMD Turion?,kindly share your views!!!

[sun1983]

Hello to all Friends,

Great Information suppplied ......:grin: :grin: :grin: Thanx a lot :grin: :grin: :grin:

Actually I wanna buy a laptop, by budget is Rs. 50,000/-...
I like DELL n HP brand....but im confussed about what to choose???

I've some doubts, can anybody pls reply n give me proper vision.....

1. FIrst thing, I wanna buy a laptop by Finance ....EMI....so kindly let me know are there any provision for EMI in DELL ......If I purchase it with credit card ...tehn any bank will going to provide me EMI facility?

2. I recentely visited HP's dealer in my town (Ahmedabad) ....they show me HP pavilion DV2519TU (Core2Duo@1.50 Ghz., Intel 965GM, 160 GB HDD, Intel GMAX 3100, 1.3 mp cam, 14.1" screen, Lightscribe DVD 2 layer writter)
and cost is Rs.51750/- + Oct. is it gud ?????

3. Im also intersted in DELL Inspiron 1520 model, after customization total amount rise upto 55000/- if I purchase it with credit card with EMI option ...then How much I spend....can u pls suggest which bank in india gives a EMI option at lowest int. rate ..?????


4. DELL & HP which brand is technically the best ..., I heard from my friend ....DELL's service is gud but after warranty period, its costly to repair from DELL professional ...part are available in inda??? and if there are no dealer n sub delear ....then who will take take service responsibity??? are they tie-up with other company for service purpose ????

5. are there any H/W. problem issues in DELL???? if yes ...then HP is safer ......isnt it ???


6. last but not least, the Visual, audio & build quility for both DELL & HP ...which is the best???? why??

I deadly waiting for your reply pals ........

THanx in advance ........:grin: :grin: :grin:

[hackers2005.3721]

dude evevn hps service is vry bad my mom throughed my laptop and every thing was working bt noy the screen when i went there they told me 25000 rs for the screen . what the dell man 25000 rs . compoaq givs a new laptop for 25000 rs

[netprog]

hows long does the hp dv6516 run on dvd viewing, browsing etc

[Ganeshkumar]

For comparision.............

DELL Inspiron 6400 of mine is coming arnd 3 hrs wen i am using it for browsing only through my WLAN!!

[qams]

HP Service is not good.
Go for New ACER Silver black model
ACER Core2 duo model will cost u 37000/-, Intel 965GM, 120 GB HDD, 1.3 mp cam, 15.4" screen, DVD 2 layer writter

Toshiba is also better than DELL

[Ganeshkumar]

What I heard frm many of them is Toshiba is scrap!!! Service is the worst! One of my frnd who is working in HCL itself confirmed this!!!

Acer that model is 37k+2K(tax)+2K(Handling)+3K(1GB Ram) = 44K!!
Dont forget this ... I too like that acer looks but noone had yet made comment on Acer support!!!

Dell service i like it.... and g8! But dont know how costly will be that!

[deepakchan]

What I heard frm many of them is Toshiba is scrap!!! Service is the worst! One of my frnd who is working in HCL itself confirmed this!!!

I second that. My friend disposed off his 4 yr old Toshiba and didn't even bother to call them up again for support. Stay away from any product HCL supports. Even HCL PCs the support is pathetic. In my office they were always using assembled with a trusted guy and for a new branch ordered HCL PCs to try branded. It is 3 yrs now and now almost all the HCL PCs have been replaced again by assembled ones. :mad:

[pradeeprajmbbs]

NEED HELP IN BUYING LAPTOP. PLEASE HELP.
i decided to buy a laptop, i wish to go a higher end laptop with all features for entertainment, gaming business, webcam.

I can across some offers from a guy, HP Pavilion dv2519TU for 43k , Sony VAIO N250E/B - Core Duo T2250 1.73 GHz - 15.4" TFT for 45k( webcam not included) and i saw in del.co.in Dell1420 laptop for 43.5k.

i am really confused to go which one, whereever i read in internet i saw hp after sales is very poor, i am really afraid of it. Since i dont handle with softhands, a good after sales is much necessary for me. and also about price ,though concerned i am not that much strict . so could u please help me out with those offers, I doesnt really know whether the above mentioned laptop are good, i am even ready to go for some good ones u know. Thank u in advance

[abhinav_bipnesh]

i have just order Dell Inspiron(TM) 1520 Notebook with Intel Core 2 Duo T7100,
2GB Ram, 160 GB Hard Drive & other features.
I am litle bit confuse with the term
Integrated Sound Blaster Audigy ADVANCED HD Audio Software
what this means that an sound blaster Audigy card will be there or an software will be provided.
So anyone can help me out in this case....................

[sun1983]

Hello to all Friends,

Great Information suppplied ......:grin: :grin: :grin: Thanx a lot :grin: :grin: :grin:

Actually I wanna buy a laptop, by budget is Rs. 50,000/-...
I like DELL n HP brand....but im confussed about what to choose???

I've some doubts, can anybody pls reply n give me proper vision.....

1. FIrst thing, I wanna buy a laptop by Finance ....EMI....so kindly let me know are there any provision for EMI in DELL ......If I purchase it with credit card ...tehn any bank will going to provide me EMI facility?

2. I recentely visited HP's dealer in my town (Ahmedabad) ....they show me HP pavilion DV2519TU (Core2Duo@1.50 Ghz., Intel 965GM, 160 GB HDD, Intel GMAX 3100, 1.3 mp cam, 14.1" screen, Lightscribe DVD 2 layer writter)
and cost is Rs.51750/- + Oct. is it gud ?????

3. Im also intersted in DELL Inspiron 1520 model, after customization total amount rise upto 55000/- if I purchase it with credit card with EMI option ...then How much I spend....can u pls suggest which bank in india gives a EMI option at lowest int. rate ..?????


4. DELL & HP which brand is technically the best ..., I heard from my friend ....DELL's service is gud but after warranty period, its costly to repair from DELL professional ...part are available in inda??? and if there are no dealer n sub delear ....then who will take take service responsibity??? are they tie-up with other company for service purpose ????

5. are there any H/W. problem issues in DELL???? if yes ...then HP is safer ......isnt it ???


6. last but not least, the Visual, audio & build quility for both DELL & HP ...which is the best???? why??

I deadly waiting for your reply pals ........

THanx in advance ........:grin: :grin: :grin:


pls reply ......friends ......im confussed .........:confused:

[infra_red_dude]

i have just order Dell Inspiron(TM) 1520 Notebook with Intel Core 2 Duo T7100,
2GB Ram, 160 GB Hard Drive & other features.
I am litle bit confuse with the term
Integrated Sound Blaster Audigy ADVANCED HD Audio Software
what this means that an sound blaster Audigy card will be there or an software will be provided.
So anyone can help me out in this case....................
my sis got 1420 wid almost exact config (but 14.1" screen) and it has audigy as the soundcard :) a remote control is also provided.

[Sourabh]

It's not a sound card, just a software to bring the best out of the High Definition Audio 2.0 from Santa Rosa platform. I wonder why they charge for the same during customization. The thing is available for free download if you check out the support/driver section on Dell.com

[infra_red_dude]

i don't think the creative hd software will work widout a creative product. if they charge then there definitey is a sound card in there. i'll check the pci deivce id and report back here.

[pradeeprajmbbs]

Could anybody please reply over this. Is it ok to go for HP Pavilion dv2519TU for 42k. is it worth going.

NEED HELP IN BUYING LAPTOP. PLEASE HELP.
i decided to buy a laptop, i wish to go a higher end laptop with all features for entertainment, gaming business, webcam.

I can across some offers from a guy, HP Pavilion dv2519TU for 43k , Sony VAIO N250E/B - Core Duo T2250 1.73 GHz - 15.4" TFT for 45k( webcam not included) and i saw in del.co.in Dell1420 laptop for 43.5k.

i am really confused to go which one, whereever i read in internet i saw hp after sales is very poor, i am really afraid of it. Since i dont handle with softhands, a good after sales is much necessary for me. and also about price ,though concerned i am not that much strict . so could u please help me out with those offers, I doesnt really know whether the above mentioned laptop are good, i am even ready to go for some good ones u know. Thank u in advance

[Sourabh]

Are you sure about the price of the dv2519tu? It costs around 50k in Mumbai. So, make sure it's the right model. If price is not an issue, get Inspiron 1420/1520 and upgrade it to 3-years warranty from Dell India. Considering you just pay additional 6k for complete insurance in case something goes wrong. My experience with Dell has been a good one until now. Another 2 years 10 months before I give my final verdict :)

If you're getting dv2519tu for 42k, go with it considering you will have to wait atleast a couple of weeks to get the Dell at your doorsteps.

[TechHunter]

Hi Guys,

Finally decided and got my laptop yesterday... 'HP Pavilion DV6516tx' (http://www.cyberpark4u.com/laptops/hp-pavilion/pavilion-dv6516tx.htm).
In total, it came for 56.4K (inclusive of all cost).

An initial work out on the laptop gave a good impression on its capacity and power with Vista onboard. It has an awesome look too, especially with its 'Radiance Pattern' design.

Thanks very much indeed to all, for the help you had given in the decision for the Laptop.

Thanks,
TechHunter.

[Ganeshkumar]

Congratzzz :p

so will be busy working with laprop a few days!!:D

[TechHunter]

^^^
Thanks buddy,
Absolutely !! i will be spending not just days but few weeks working on the new lappy :D :D ;)

[deepakchan]

long back there was a discussion about charging laptops in cars, check this out, http://www.axiomenergy.co.in/index.html

[Ganeshkumar]

Yes deepak!! i started a thread regarding this......

Thanks for the link!!

[infra_red_dude]

yes, saurabh you are correct. the vendor id for hdaudio is 8086 (intel, of corz). creative is providing only software and charging for that is bad.. really bad.

[abhinav_bipnesh]

so this means they are just making fool by not giving full details of the sound card. i was think that they are providing creative sound card.
So not good for such a big company......................

[infra_red_dude]

yes, i checked the pci device id. the hdaudio has 8086 (intel) while the codec is provided by sigmatel. thats it. the only hardware that creative is supplying is the integrated cam and nothing else in the whole package!

that audigy hype is jus software (media manager, audio control panel, wavestudio)

[Ganeshkumar]

long back there was a discussion about charging laptops in cars, check this out, http://www.axiomenergy.co.in/index.html

Can I use my Laptop's 90W AC adapter with 75W car inverter??

Power consumption of prinetrs is generally less than 15W so can i connect my printer to my car inverter and can use it??

Wat r the devices u r using with this???

[digit i am thinking]

From where can i get all laptop prices in india.

[srinivasr]

Finally I have ordered my first laptop from Dell I 1520, ordered on 26th, I believe I have taken the right decision, I would like to know if anybody has ordered the Advanced Audigy Software along with there 1520, I am doubting if I wasted money on that option as its only a software.

Hey guys after how many days did you receive your dell's after ur order date. The guy said 18 days, how abt you people ...

Srinivas

[abhinav_bipnesh]

I have also order my first laptop from Dell I 1520 with th Advanced Audigy Software. initially i was also thinking that they provide the creative sound card with the software but that is not the case.
To me the sale guys said 15 working days to deliver the system & also check the site it showing the expected date similarly.
So I am also waiting for the laptop to come.
Is anyone has tested the Intel Audio chip which come with the system & hows the sound quality it has.

Also anyone knows from where i can get the creative express sound card in India.

[infra_red_dude]

^^^ the audio quality of the onboard intel hd audio is quite good and sufficient for normal usage... the audigy software allows eax, 3d and other enhancements.

[pradeeprajmbbs]

Finally Ordered Del 1520 sterday. Just called the customer care for a enquiry, the person said that offer closes shortly by few hrs n so i wil be missing a graphics card n 120gb hdd for extra 1000 rupees, even if i order even few hours late n they are updating dell web page. So i ordered it the same time, since i was already planned for dell 1520 boz i was attracted by its 3years complete cover. My config is
Dell 1520
Processor T5250
1 gb ram
120 gb hdd
15.4 (1440x900) TFT Display
8600m graphics memory
3 yrs complete cover

So it came to 62394, i pay it with myCC same day :p. The same config now costs 67618. Thanks to Sourabh n others in the forum for their suggestions (http://www.thinkdigit.com/forum/member.php?u=1894) (http://www.thinkdigit.com/forum/member.php?u=1894)

[gxsaurav]

the audigy software allows eax, 3d and other enhancements.

These are not available if you use Windows Vista. You have to pay $20 for Creative Alchemy software to enable these features in Vista.

No problem if you use XP.

[infra_red_dude]

^^^yeah,the audigy suite is not free.

[netprog]

Which santa rosa laptop is available with xp pro now...(like dell vostro1500)
I need a 14inch one.

[oval_man]

Hi all,is there any 10.6" notebooks available in India?

pls quote links & description,

Thanks to all!!

[Sourabh]

Check out LG C1 (http://www.lgezbuy.com/productdisplay.aspx?mapid=4175&modno=C1-PP23A2&region=28&pid=4040&catid=68) and Sony VAIO TZ Series (http://www.sony.co.in/product/vgn-tz17gn/sku/vgn-tz17gn%252Fbe1?site=hp_en_IN_i).

LG C1 is available for 93k, for TZ I'd say go with the prices quoted on their website.

[TechHunter]

Hi Guys,

I am facing some problem while trying to connect my laptop to net using bluetooth.

I had activated my Airtel GPRS for 24hrs using Airtel's instant GPRS service.
After setting up my mobile(Motorola L6) as an external modem via bluetooth, with the setup details as given by Airtel Custome Care, when i try to dial up its giving me a error stating "Error 692: There is a hardware failure in modem or some other device...".
I am able to browse using the mobile's inbuilt browser though.

Before this error comes up, while dialup, the laptop access the Moble and requests for permission to network Gateway twice. The error comes up after i give "Grant" access to both the request.

Please let me know if anyone of you have faced this issue and how to get it resolved.

Thanks,
TechHunter.

[Maverick340]

Its my turn to buy a laptop. Budget is upto 50000rs
Main usage will be for multimedia / internet - slight gaming. I prefer AMD . [Apps running are Photoshop ,Maya , Adobe Premiere ]
I am really confused about the brands , HP , Acer ,Dell , Toshiba.
No sony , compaq - preferably .

Hopefully you can suggest some thing ...

[theshield247]

From where can i get all laptop prices in india.

Try here, Also add 4% VAT and Delivery charges Applicable

http://fastrackcomputing.net/shop/

Guys, thanks a lot for your posts and opinions. I have been checking your posts on laptops since the past few days. I am after the HP dv6516tx.


http://fastrackcomputing.net/shop/product_info.php?products_id=1392

On the above link it says it has a 1.3 MP Camera, But someone had mentioned earlier that it only has a VGA? Well does it?

More Info on DV6516TX as on the Original Website

http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1116665-1116665-1116665-13077980-80376335.html

[infra_red_dude]

^^^ actually i dont see megapixel class cam utility on the laptop. that will mainly be used for webcam conferences etc. for which in my opinion a vga cam is jus fine. the dv6516tx has 1.3mp cam. confirm wid imav.

[TechHunter]

^^^ Nope DV6516tx doesn't have 1.3 Mpx camera. It has a VGA camera.

Also the OS in DV6516 is "Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium" and not "Genuine Windows Vista™ Ultimate" as given in the "Fastrack" site.

[abhinav_bipnesh]

Guys one Question what abt the cemra in Insprion 1520 (dell) which has 2MP camera whether its vga or something else ....................

[infra_red_dude]

^^^ yeah thats 2mp cam for sure.

[sun1983]

Helo Friends,

Sony has launched New lappy model they called CR series, with gr8 config, only the thing is that they still are not considering storage capacity at high ......chk out ......
http://www.sony.co.in/productcategory/it%2Bpersonal%2Bcomputer?site=hp_en_IN_i

[deepakchan]

Can I use my Laptop's 90W AC adapter with 75W car inverter??

Power consumption of prinetrs is generally less than 15W so can i connect my printer to my car inverter and can use it??

Wat r the devices u r using with this???

I bought a 150W inverter from axiom. Why buy a 75W when your laptop charger alone required 90W.

I usually use the phone charger or the laptop charger or the bluetooth headset charger only with the inverter as of now.. Didn't try connecting more than one device at a time..

[abhinav_bipnesh]

^^^ yeah thats 2mp cam for sure.


whether it is vga or not ..............:D

[infra_red_dude]

did anyone check out acer aspire 5583nwxmi? it advertises core2duo t5500 (1.66g, 2mb, 667mhz), 160gb 5400rpm hdd, BT, 5in1 card reader, 1.3mp cam, s-video out, 14.1" screen, linux and a 128mb dedicated memory grafix card (this is the question here!!!). all this for 41k + tax!!! can anyone confirm what gfx card is that? if thats a respectable one then this deal is real coooool! :)

[theshield247]

^^^ Nope DV6516tx doesn't have 1.3 Mpx camera. It has a VGA camera.

Also the OS in DV6516 is "Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium" and not "Genuine Windows Vista™ Ultimate" as given in the "Fastrack" site.

I Agree. Fastrackcomputing site has minor errors, But I will buy it when I visit there showroom here in Chandigarh. Or If I get it cheaper somewhere.

Q. I know the HP dv6516tx only gives a battery backup of 2 - 2.5 Hrs. What will it cost to upgrade to a 12 cell battery instead of the 6 cell provided. Also Is it better to get a Travel Battery which I suppose is External?

[Ankur Gupta]

did anyone check out acer aspire 5583nwxmi? it advertises core2duo t5500 (1.66g, 2mb, 667mhz), 160gb 5400rpm hdd, BT, 5in1 card reader, 1.3mp cam, s-video out, 14.1" screen, linux and a 128mb dedicated memory grafix card (this is the question here!!!). all this for 41k + tax!!! can anyone confirm what gfx card is that? if thats a respectable one then this deal is real coooool! :)

Just 512MB RAM...Add 5-6k or more for 2 GB RAM and price comes out over 50k..

[Ganeshkumar]

yes!! 41K+3Kfor512MB+2000 forVAT+1500 Handling = 47.5K
This is where DELL rocks!

NO VAT.... NO BROKERAGE FOR DEALERS and Handling only arnd 900rs!!!!!!

[Sumit Kumar]

Hello
I have a lenovo Y 500 series laptop (37Q) i want to know that how do i recover my laptop.....?
its getting very slow... so....
pls help

[srinivasr]

Hi all,

Got my laptop Dell I 1520, on 11th, Inspiron rocks, very little or almost no fan sound, very comfortable keyboard, and the place we usually tend to keep our hand on laptop does not get hot.

All in all very good for me so far, let me try the dell tech support, hope I dont need to talk to them, But I did not have a very good impression about their sales support.

Yaa I liked the delivery guy

Hey one problem, vista does not support McAfee 8.0, any idea which one to use.

[infra_red_dude]

^^^ kaspersky, avast, nod32.

[abhinav_bipnesh]

I have also receive my Dell Insipron 1520 on 11th much ahead of the expected date shown on their site. up till my experience is very much fine with it. Also the build, the quality & overall is very much fine.
The sound quality, the graphics & the display is much fine than the HP one which one of my friend have. I have not tested the gaming part on my NVidia 8600 GT but looking to do the bench mark in one or two days........:D

[Cool G5]

A friend of mine wants to buy a laptop.
He will be using it for watching movies,listening songs & moderate gaming.
Suggest a good one at Rs.35K(can't be extended).
He will be buying it tommorow in the evening,so plz let me know before that.

Thank you.

[sekowe]

Hello,

I need to buy a laptop and have no idea what would be a good choice. I would be most gratefull if someone could help me with some advise. It needs to have the folowing specifications:

Processor: Intel Pentium M Processor 750 (1.86 GHz, 2 Mb L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB) (Minimum)
Ram: 512 Mb (Minimum) 1024 Mb prefered
Screen: 15,4” breedbeeld (WXGA 1280×800)
Video: 128 Mb Memory and OpenGL support (Minimum) (For example an ATI Mobilty T Radeon X300)
Network: Wireless 802.11 a/b/g
Hard Disk: 80 GB (Minimum)
DVD +/- RW Drive 8×
USB2.0

Budget: 1400$ Max ^^

[Ganeshkumar]

^^^
And abt Budget???

[sun1983]

Helo Friends,

Sony has launched New lappy model they called CR series, with gr8 config, only the thing is that they still are not considering storage capacity at high ......chk out ......
http://www.sony.co.in/productcategory/it%2Bpersonal%2Bcomputer?site=hp_en_IN_i




Anybody chk. ...think new VAIO models. ......pls suggest which is better ????:-D

[Ganeshkumar]

Hello,

I need to buy a laptop and have no idea what would be a good choice. I would be most gratefull if someone could help me with some advise. It needs to have the folowing specifications:

Processor: Intel Pentium M Processor 750 (1.86 GHz, 2 Mb L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB) (Minimum)
Ram: 512 Mb (Minimum) 1024 Mb prefered
Screen: 15,4” breedbeeld (WXGA 1280×800)
Video: 128 Mb Memory and OpenGL support (Minimum) (For example an ATI Mobilty T Radeon X300)
Network: Wireless 802.11 a/b/g
Hard Disk: 80 GB (Minimum)
DVD +/- RW Drive 8×
USB2.0

Budget: 1400$ Max ^^

goto dell website and configure urself... ur minimum config. will be under 1000$ in India...

55K u wuld get very decent config.... go for dell inspiron 1520 or Dell vostro (u can get 2GB Ram ) at same price....

Now usb 2, 80Gb and Wifi r all became std.. u can c in any laptop think so!!

[sekowe]

goto dell website and configure urself... ur minimum config. will be under 1000$ in India...

55K u wuld get very decent config.... go for dell inspiron 1520 or Dell vostro (u can get 2GB Ram ) at same price....

Now usb 2, 80Gb and Wifi r all became std.. u can c in any laptop think so!!

Thanks for the advice, i will give it a look.

[arunks]

hello guys...
how r u all...!!

me fine...


Currently i have a 2.66GHz P4 desktop computer intel original D101 with 512 MB ram ...

Now i have decided to buy a laptop...

Plz tell me which laptop should i buy...

The problem with me is that a 3.0Ghz with 1 GB or 3200++ amd desktop computers also appears slow to me (actually i tried them ..my friends have that)

I know i cant get very much higher performance in laptop in 30K.

But do try to tell me higher performance laptop in 30k having all the general features..

As a computer person i demand very good performance from my laptop like good battery backup and faster processing and good maintenance facility..etc. etc.

rest u are also smart people thats why we are here on thinkdigit forum...

Plz tell me what BEST configuration i can in maximum of 30K in the range 25-30K

and Which company and which model...

and one thing i live in patiala (punjab) so i prefer to buy it in patiala or maximum from chandigarh....


Sorry for long post and repeated statemensts.. but i hope i will get best laptop by using ur suggestions


thanx in advance...

have a nice day

Hey guys where r u all

one day has passed but no one is suggesting me..

Plz help

[Ganeshkumar]

Thanks for the advice, i will give it a look.

sure u r welcomeee!:p

hello guys...

................
Hey guys where r u all

one day has passed but no one is suggesting me..

Plz help

Hi this is wat i culd configure for u at DELL

Q540821V - Dell VOSTRO 1000 N-Series Notebook
1 31,650.00 31,650.00
Date 18/08/2007 07:48 PM
Catalog Number 41367
Base System AMD Athlon(TM) 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile technology TK-53 1

1.66GHz, 2MB Cache, 800 MHz FSB

AMD Athlon Duo Core Label
DOS Operating System DOS Factory Installed (English) - No Genuine Windows OS 1

N Series Label

N-Series System Driver DVD Kit
Dell Services: Hardware Maintenance 1 Year CompleteCover 1

1 Year Telephone Technical Support (9am To 6pm, Monday - Friday)

Regional Support Within Asia Pacific Countries for Notebooks with 1 Yr NBD

1-Year Limited Warranty (Next Business Day Service - parts & labour)
Dell Services: Installation Basic System Install (Qty 1 System) 1
Item included in the System 1 ExpressCard Slot, (DOES NOT SUPPORT PCMCIA CARDS)

Shipping Mod with Powercord

Mod Specs Info (India)

Regulatory Label
ATI Radeon(R) Xpress 1150 256MB HyperMemoryTM (integrated) 1
Dell(TM) Keyboard with Touchpad (English) 1
Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet 1
Internal 56K Modem 1

RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)
Base Assembly 1
Display 15.4" Widescreen WXGA (1280x800) TFT Display 1
Memory 512MB (1 X 512MB) DDR2 SDRAM 1
Audio Solution Integrated Stereo Sound 1
Floppy Drive No Floppy Drive
Hard Drives 80GB SATA Hard Drive 1
Internal Optical Drive Internal 24X Max DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 1

Roxio Creator v9.0 Software
Wireless Network Solution Dell(TM) Wireless 1390 802.11g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card 1
Adapter 65W AC Adapter 1
Primary Battery 6-cell 53Whr Lithium Ion Primary Battery 1
Carry Case No Case
Remark Discount is only valid if the corresponding upgraded item is selected above. 1
Limited time promotional offer only. No further discounts apply. 1
Freight Charges Inspiron(TM) Handling & Insurance Charges (India) 1
Delivery & Freight Charges Inspiron(TM) Delivery Charges (India) 1

Total

Total Amount Rs 31,650.00

And I went for Dell and completely satisfied.. so i think u toooo!

U can ask Dell representative... that u dont need basic system install so u can save another 900Rs... And try to increase ram to 1GB... for Rs. 2100!

[arunks]

what is included in basic system install...

[Ganeshkumar]

Wat they do basic system install is....:

The Dell representative will come and Open the pack and Check whether all items r included correctly and is there any damage in it...!

That's all they do and nothing extraaa...

As u r not new to compters u wont have problem in thiss!

[Akshay]

@Ganeshkumar

Q540821V - Dell VOSTRO 1000 N-Series Notebook seems to b a really gud option 4 budget sys.... It is cheap yet powerful

[arunks]

sure u r welcomeee!:p



Hi this is wat i culd configure for u at DELL

Q540821V - Dell VOSTRO 1000 N-Series Notebook
1 31,650.00 31,650.00
Date 18/08/2007 07:48 PM
Catalog Number 41367
Base System AMD Athlon(TM) 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile technology TK-53 1

1.66GHz, 2MB Cache, 800 MHz FSB

AMD Athlon Duo Core Label
DOS Operating System DOS Factory Installed (English) - No Genuine Windows OS 1

N Series Label

N-Series System Driver DVD Kit
Dell Services: Hardware Maintenance 1 Year CompleteCover 1

1 Year Telephone Technical Support (9am To 6pm, Monday - Friday)

Regional Support Within Asia Pacific Countries for Notebooks with 1 Yr NBD

1-Year Limited Warranty (Next Business Day Service - parts & labour)
Dell Services: Installation Basic System Install (Qty 1 System) 1
Item included in the System 1 ExpressCard Slot, (DOES NOT SUPPORT PCMCIA CARDS)

Shipping Mod with Powercord

Mod Specs Info (India)

Regulatory Label
ATI Radeon(R) Xpress 1150 256MB HyperMemoryTM (integrated) 1
Dell(TM) Keyboard with Touchpad (English) 1
Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet 1
Internal 56K Modem 1

RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)
Base Assembly 1
Display 15.4" Widescreen WXGA (1280x800) TFT Display 1
Memory 512MB (1 X 512MB) DDR2 SDRAM 1
Audio Solution Integrated Stereo Sound 1
Floppy Drive No Floppy Drive
Hard Drives 80GB SATA Hard Drive 1
Internal Optical Drive Internal 24X Max DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 1

Roxio Creator v9.0 Software
Wireless Network Solution Dell(TM) Wireless 1390 802.11g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card 1
Adapter 65W AC Adapter 1
Primary Battery 6-cell 53Whr Lithium Ion Primary Battery 1
Carry Case No Case
Remark Discount is only valid if the corresponding upgraded item is selected above. 1
Limited time promotional offer only. No further discounts apply. 1
Freight Charges Inspiron(TM) Handling & Insurance Charges (India) 1
Delivery & Freight Charges Inspiron(TM) Delivery Charges (India) 1

Total

Total Amount Rs 31,650.00

And I went for Dell and completely satisfied.. so i think u toooo!

U can ask Dell representative... that u dont need basic system install so u can save another 900Rs... And try to increase ram to 1GB... for Rs. 2100!

thank you very much for this configuration
but in this there is no windows is preinstalled....if i want windows xp then how much more i have to pay..

also is there any other configuration below 30K sa wht abt acer

[Ganeshkumar]

^^^^^
I dont think they r providing XP now a days... instead u can get a Vista Basic for arnd 3k extraaa!

But dont go for Celeron or Pentium processors.....

[arunks]

^^^^^
I dont think they r providing XP now a days... instead u can get a Vista Basic for arnd 3k extraaa!

But dont go for Celeron or Pentium processors.....

isnt that dell laptop recommended coming with 14 inch screen

that suggested by u has 15.4"

So i can get 14.1" then i think further 2-3K can be reduced

hey i came to know that if u know any dell employee working in bangalore then u can buy laptop with his help with price reduced near abt 10000..

means if a laptop is of 40000 in market then i can get it at 30000 thorugh that dell emplloyee....
is this true??

also laptop will be on my name or on that employee name?

and what abt warranty gurantee in that case?

[Pathik]

arunks check out the acer aspire series and the hp v6000 series...
also if u can order from the us.. get the dell 1521

[arunks]

@pathiks

plz read below and plz take 10-15 mins to think and suggest me a good laptop in range 25-30K
Currently i have a 2.66GHz P4 desktop computer intel original D101 with 512 MB ram ...

Now i have decided to buy a laptop...

Plz tell me which laptop should i buy...

The problem with me is that a 3.0Ghz with 1 GB or 3200++ amd desktop computers also appears slow to me (actually i tried them ..my friends have that)

I know i cant get very much higher performance in laptop in 30K.

But do try to tell me higher performance laptop in 30k having all the general features..

As a computer person i demand very good performance from my laptop like good battery backup and faster processing and good maintenance facility..etc. etc.

rest u are also smart people thats why we are here on thinkdigit forum...

Plz tell me what BEST configuration i can in maximum of 30K in the range 25-30K

and Which company and which model...

and one thing i live in patiala (punjab) so i prefer to buy it in patiala or maximum from chandigarh....


Sorry for long post and repeated statemensts.. but i hope i will get best laptop by using ur suggestions

[entrana]

hey guys what is the best laptop available for under 48k

[arunks]

hey guys what abt hcl ...i think they are cheaper than others.. can i get good performer in hcl stock... near 30K... where can i see hcl laptop prices

[Ganeshkumar]

hey guys what is the best laptop available for under 48k

Configure at Dell site.. man! u will get compromised with both tech and price!!!:)

hey guys what abt hcl ...i think they are cheaper than others.. can i get good performer in hcl stock... near 30K... where can i see hcl laptop prices

HCL lappy have some problems... this is wat i heard from some techiess... so it is not recommended~!

[arunks]

and what abt sahara laptops.. the problem with me is that i wanna have very goood laptop means the best which i can get in 30K ... so thats why i m thinking and asking for suggestions a lot.... i m going to buy laptop this week in 3-4 days .. thats why i want to decide fast ater going through ur suggestions gyuys

[Ganeshkumar]

y dont u try to extend ur budget a very little upto 5K .... Becus buying lappy is once in a few years... so try to get with max. possible config.

I dont know any abt... SAHARA!

[arunks]

if i increase budget by 5K ...means maximum 35 K..
will i be able to buy best performance laptop in that budget...

if yes then plz suggest which should i buy.. but i wanna say i want best laptop that i can get in my budget

thanx in advance ganeshkumar ji

will i be able to get a core 2 duo in maximum of 35K..
i dont have a problem with screen size.. i m happy with 14.1" also.. i think it will have 2-3K less than that of 15"

[Ganeshkumar]

^^^^^

Here in India... i dont think that 14.1" is cheaper in price than 15.4"..! :(

If u can extend.... then u must extend ur budget!!!
becaus after u bought u may think if i wuld have spent just a few thousand extra .. i wuld have got a gud lappy!

If possible get a goood processor lappy with even 512 MB rAM and then wen u get money u upgrade it ! (But try to get 1x512 MB RAM wen u buy)

[arunks]

@ganeshkumar

thanx for telling me future prospects of importance of laptop... ok i will extend my budget to maximum of 35 K then which laptop will u suggest to u

[Ganeshkumar]

If u want C2D laprop with 1GB u must atleast spend.. 39.5k... Ya now in dell 14.1" seems to be little cheaper... Wen i bought my lappy a 100 days back.. there is not such difference!

i am looking for the best config u can go for... will post here!

[arunks]

ok i m waiting for ur post.thanx

if i purchase a new laptop without preinstalled windows..
then will i be able to install windows xp in that laptop???

i mean whether every new laptop now in the market supports windows xp?
is there any driver related problem to install xp on new laptop..??

[Akshay]

@arunks

Sahara wud fall in negative list for me. It is not a quality laptop. Also most of d parts r frm unknwn cos or r of cheaper quality. Service is andr issue wit sahara.

So Sahara = definite NO NO

I dont think thr is ne laptop which doesnt support XP.

Yes definitely u can install XP in ne laptop u buy.

[Ganeshkumar]

Dell laptop at 35K u can go his one...

Q540802V - Dell VOSTRO 1000 Notebook
1 34,650.00 34,650.00
Date 20/08/2007 07:56 PM
Catalog Number 41362
Base System AMD Turion(TM) 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile technology TL-56 1

1.8GHz, 512KB+512KB L2 Cache
Operating System Genuine Windows Vista(TM) Home Basic (English) 1

System Driver DVD Kit

Microsoft(R) Windows(R) Software Driver

For basic PC use. Improved security and reliability vs. Windows XP.

Does not include the new Aero graphics interface.

Vista(TM) Welcome

Cyberlink PowerDVD Software

Dell(TM) PC-Restore Software

PC Restore will occupy some HDD capacity.

The capacity varies with preloaded material and operating environment.

Genuine Windows Vista(TM) Home Basic 32 bit (English/Hindi) DVD Media
Dell Services: Hardware Maintenance 1 Year CompleteCover 1

1 Year Telephone Technical Support (9am To 6pm, Monday - Friday)

Regional Support Within Asia Pacific Countries for Notebooks with 1 Yr NBD

1-Year Limited Warranty (Next Business Day Service - parts & labour)
Dell Services: Installation Basic System Install (Qty 1 System) 1
Item included in the System 1 ExpressCard Slot, (DOES NOT SUPPORT PCMCIA CARDS)

Dell(TM) Support

Shipping Mod with Powercord

Mod Specs Info (India)

Regulatory Label

Dell(TM) Support Center 1.0
ATI Radeon(R) Xpress 1150 256MB HyperMemoryTM (integrated) 1
Dell(TM) Keyboard with Touchpad (English) 1
Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet 1
Internal 56K Modem 1

RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)
Base Assembly 1
Display 15.4" Widescreen WXGA (1280x800) TFT Display 1
Memory 512MB (1 X 512MB) DDR2 SDRAM 1
Audio Solution Integrated Stereo Sound 1
Floppy Drive No Floppy Drive
Hard Drives 80GB SATA Hard Drive 1
Internal Optical Drive Internal 24X Max DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 1

Roxio Creator v9.0 Software
Security Software McAfee(R) Security Center(TM) 8.0 - 15 Months OEM (English) 1
Wireless Network Solution Dell(TM) Wireless 1390 802.11g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card 1
Adapter 65W AC Adapter 1
Primary Battery 6-cell 53Whr Lithium Ion Primary Battery 1
Carry Case No Case
Remark Discount is only valid if the corresponding upgraded item is selected above. 1
Limited time promotional offer only. No further discounts apply. 1
Freight Charges Inspiron(TM) Handling & Insurance Charges (India) 1
Delivery & Freight Charges Inspiron(TM) Delivery Charges (India) 1

Total

Total Amount Rs 34,650.00

u can go for additional 1 GB RAM at ur convenience... so that later u can have 1.5GB RAM! which will be quite enough...

and This comes with VISTA HOME.... and this same processor my frnd also has in his lappy.. he is quite satisfactory with that performance... he has 2 GB RAM and not a gamer!

Tell them that u dont need BASIC System Install!

AT 35K u have this only Option! in DELL! BUT as early as possible u gat another 1GB Ram..

Other brands r concerned... i am not familar with current prices... so i could not help u! anyway here other digitians will help u... try Compaq! or Acer!
dont go for other cheap brands like zenith, HCL, ... also dont go for Toshiba!!!

Also if u need u can get XP instead of Vista in this lappy!

But dont go for.........

[arunks]

hey i visited to many companies showrooms today in my city i.e. patiala

i visted acer, hp, compaq, hcl, sahara, toshiba, lenovo...

I got an offer to get HCL laptop @ Rs.32490 having

15.4" wide XGA TFT Display
Intel Dual core Processor T 2250 @ 1.73GHz
wifi
512 MB DDR2 ram
Combo drive
80GB hard disk
Carry Case Bag
Lion 6 cell battery
4 USB ports
10/100 MBPS ethernet
Dos operating system preloaded
one year warranty

i think it has also 56K modem but i dont remember correctly...

So how is this laptop

and if u add integrated web camera and integrated bluetooth and card reader in above configuration then they ooffer me @ Rs. 34490


So tell me plz should i go for it..

Plz dont get irritate by me for asking repeated questions..

and laptop is purchased once many years and also we cant buy costlier laptop.. thats why i m asking u again again digitians ...!!!!

@ganeshkumar
thanx for searching dell configuration for me...
it is also good at 34650

but tell me one thing is amd turion better to buy or intel dual core etc. I mean whose better amd or intel

[Ganeshkumar]

^^^^^^
A very goood thread running heree... wat u neeeed!
http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=71674

Remember DELL Support n service is very good than others!


Post it wat u decided man!!!

[arunks]

ok but should i buy HCL laptop or not with configuration mentioned above in 32490 rs.
what do u suggest ... is it a good configuration or not in 32490 that i can get????????????????

[keves2002]

hi, :o

Just wanna know is it possible to connect my PC to Laptop LCD, here i want the Display of my desktop PC into my Laptop LCD[not about connecting one more LCD to my Laptop] , i hav a VGA out in my Laptop , i hope i posted in the right place:D

Note : Laptop is in working condition

Thanx in Advance
keves

[arunks]

Guys i have compiled a list of laptops that i may be interested..plz check below and tell me which will be the best laptopp near 30000 budget
.. I have given below the features in each laptop configuration but i have left the common features like usb port,wifi, 56k modem, ethernet 10/100 etc whcih all laptops have

Dell VOSTRO 1000 N-Series Notebook @ 31,650.00
AMD Athlon(TM) 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile technology TK-53 1
1.66GHz, 2MB Cache, 800 MHz FSB
ATI Radeon(R) Xpress 1150 256MB HyperMemoryTM (integrated)
80GB
512MB ram
Display 15.4" Widescreen WXGA (1280x800) TFT Display 1
24X Max DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 1


or



Dell VOSTRO 1000 Notebook @ 34,650.00
AMD Turion(TM) 64 X2 Dual-Core Mobile technology TL-56 1
1.8GHz, 512KB+512KB L2 Cache
Windows Vista(TM) Home Basic
System Driver DVD Kit
ATI Radeon(R) Xpress 1150 256MB HyperMemoryTM (integrated)
Display 15.4" Widescreen WXGA (1280x800) TFT Display 1
Memory 512MB (1 X 512MB) DDR2 SDRAM 1
80GB
24X Max DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive



or



HCL laptop @ Rs.32490 having

15.4" wide XGA TFT Display
Intel Dual core Processor @ 1.73GHz
512 MB ram
Combo drive
80GB hard disk
Carry Case Bag
Dos operating system preloaded



or


HCL laptop @ Rs.34490 having

15.4" wide XGA TFT Display
Intel Dual core Processor @ 1.73GHz
512 MB ram
DVD writer drive
80GB hard disk
Carry Case Bag
Dos operating system preloaded
integrated web camera
integrated bluetooth
card reader


or



Acer Aspire 5052ANWXMi @33000
Amd turion processor MK38(2.2GHz,512KB cache)
Ati raeden xpress 1100 chipset
512MB ram
120GB hdd
14.1" screen
dvd writer
card reader
ati readen xpress integrated 128MB sahred
integraredted 0.3 megapixel camera
Linux


or



acer aspire 5573ZNWXMi @ 35000
intel pentium dual core processor t2080 (1.73GHz, 1MB, 533MHz)
intel 943GML Chipset
512MB ram
120GB hdd
14.1"
dvd writer
128MB shared emory 3d graphics
5in 1card reader
S-video tv out
Linux
4 way scroll button


or


compaq presario v3424au @33500
amd turion 64 MK-38 2.2 Ghz 512KB l2 cache
512mb ram
120GB hdd
dvd writer
14.1" widescreen
nvidia geforce go 6150 96 mb memory
altec lansing speakers
5in1 card reader
touchpad
s video tvv out
MS vista Home Basic
HP executive carry case



or


toshiba @30999 + 4%vat
Intel celeron M 1.86Ghz
512mb ram
80GB hdd
dvd writer
15.4" wide screen
microsoft vista starter edition



or


compaq presario v3225au @ 32990
turion 64 ML-36 2000Mhz
512mb ram
80gb hdd
nvidia geforce
windows vista home basic
14.1"
bluetooth
card reader
inbuilt webcamera


or


any other ....

or


Acer Aspire 5052ANWXMi-Turion-LX.AXD0C.039LE @26699

Part No : LX.AXD0C.039LE

* AMD Turion Processor MK38 (2.2GHz, 512KB Cache)
* 120GB Hard Disk Drive (5400RPM)
* ATI Radeon Xpress 1100 Chipset
* 8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive
* Integrated 802.11 b/g Wireless LAN
* 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
* 512MB DDR 333MHz Memory
* 56K Fax Modem, 10/100 Ethernet, 3 USB 2.0 Ports, Integrated
5-in-1 Card Reader
* 14.1" WXGA TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 resolution
* ATI Radeon Xpress 1100 integrated 3D graphics with up to 128 MB of
shared system memory
* Linux Operating System
* Acer SignalUp Wireless Technology
Non Crystal bright Screen
* Acer Orbicam 310000 Pixels Camera
* Acer Folio Design with Non-Slip Carry Grip, Easy Access Ports and 4 Way Scroll Button
* 1 Year International Traveller's Warranty


this list will help others to choose laptop near 30000.

But currently plz help me ... Plz suggest which laptop should i buy from above list???

Which is best laptop among the above mentioned configurations?

[astroutkarsh]

Hello Everyone
i want to buy a Laptop for my work.
My budget is 50K.(+/- 5K) (including all like Tax, RAM upgrade, Bag/Case etc)
my requirement
- i want to use for DotNet (VS 2005) (more RAM as u all know)
- No gaming at-all on Laptop
- No AMD Procy
- DVD Writer Dual-layer
I don't know whether Vista home Basic Supports IIS Confi
because XP Home does not supprots this and we have get XP Prof for that matter.
so i want XP Professional on that.
so Anybody can suggest/guide me?
Thankx in advance.

[infra_red_dude]

hi, :o

Just wanna know is it possible to connect my PC to Laptop LCD, here i want the Display of my desktop PC into my Laptop LCD[not about connecting one more LCD to my Laptop] , i hav a VGA out in my Laptop , i hope i posted in the right place:D

Note : Laptop is in working condition

Thanx in Advance
keves
not possible since only the out ports are available and not in.

@arunks
great work there buddy :)

[Ganeshkumar]

@Arunks
R u Sure this
acer aspire 5573ZNWXMi @ 35000 is net Price?

Hello Everyone
i want to buy a Laptop for my work.
My budget is 50K.(+/- 5K) (including all like Tax, RAM upgrade, Bag/Case etc)
my requirement
- i want to use for DotNet (VS 2005) (more RAM as u all know)
- No gaming at-all on Laptop
- No AMD Procy
- DVD Writer Dual-layer
I don't know whether Vista home Basic Supports IIS Confi
because XP Home does not supprots this and we have get XP Prof for that matter.
so i want XP Professional on that.
so Anybody can suggest/guide me?
Thankx in advance.

DELL Vostro... with C2D and 2GB Ram will be priced at arnd 55K....
Best config in that budget!
configure at DELL India website:)

[arunks]

ya asked the dealer and he said that price for acer aspire 5573ZNWXMi i.e. @ 35000 ...
why r u asking that...?

is it much than expected or what?

HCL laptop with intel dual core processor @ 1.73GHz is available @ rs. 32490 only..but it has combo instead of dvd writer and has 15.4" and has 80 gb instead of 120GB in acer aspire 5573ZNWXMi..

So tell me yaar which laptop is best to from my list...
nobody is suggesting... what r u digitians?

[maskorama]

hey guys
we r goin for a bulk deal at our institute and initially i wasnt interested,was gettin my lappy frm US an HP (t7300 , 2 gb ram,120 G HDD,8400 m gs)48k no warantee
bt nw we r expectin a Lenovo thinkpad R61(t7100,1 gb ram,120 gb hddd,8600 GT!!!!) around 47k thru da bulk deal
i have apprehensions bout lenovo however being a gamer ,i love da config
thinkpads under ibm enjoyed a very gud status,but with lenovo hw gud they stil are??

[keves2002]

@infa_red_dude
Thanx :D

[RahulT]

Hello Techies,

I am deciding on one of the following laptops.
Dell Vostro 1000 (TK-53),
Compaq 6406TU
Compaq V3424AU
Can somebody run Super PI and Prime on their laptops and post results ?
I think that should give good comparison of the laptop performance.

Thanks

[hackers2005.3721]

dude u cna go for vostro

[Akshay]

@maskorama

Thinkpad havnt changed much after being under Lenovo... So u can safely go 4 it.

[arunks]

Hey what abt HCL powerlite Laptop 9500 MT

it is having

Core DUO T 2450 @ 2GHz
512 MB RAM
80GB hdd
dvd writer
15.4" wide screen
carry bag


Is this good laptop to buy?
whats its current market price..

[Akshay]

@arunks

Not available in the market??? d product or d price?

Wud recommend Compaq/Lenovo/Dell over HCL/LG

[arunks]

Hey what abt HCL powerlite Laptop 9500 MT

it is having

Core DUO T 2450 @ 2GHz
512 MB RAM
80GB hdd
dvd writer
15.4" wide screen
carry bag


Is this good laptop to buy?
whats its current market price..'

guys plz reply...
is HCL powerlite leaptop 9100 TR better or 9500 MT

[theshield247]

Guys.. I have bought my laptop today.. hp dv6516tx with nVidia 8400GS 128mb dedicated graphics.. It costed me 56.5 k... I have not done all tests and all but The Laptop is amazing...

[rollcage]

^ Congrats man .. on new gadget :D

>> and To All the geeks

Hi There .. My brother is buying a new laptop.
Pls suggest me which brand-model is preferable.
his budget is 50,000/-
preferred config:
1.8GHz processor speed (Intel/AMD),1 GB RAM, 100GB HDD, integrated cam, DVD+R/W, Display (preferably) 13.1', OS any.
WiFi: 802.1 a/b/g


Do let me know at ur earliest.

Regards

[Ganeshkumar]

I think 13.1" size laptops r coming in delll but the price wuld go arnd 56K....

Go for Dell 1420.. or Vostro 1400 U will like it! :)

[dipusen]

I have compaq presario c505tu model laptop. this was the first time a tried to format and reinstall windows xp on my laptop. now i can not load the sound driver on this machine. it is saying continiously "the media device could not be found for this driver"

pls help me.

[qtfan1]

I am using a reliance pcmcia data card (Huawei 321). I am buying the new dell xps m1330.It has only an express slot.
Reliance were unhelpful, as usual. They said that I'd have to surrender this pcmcia card and buy a new usb modem and go through the entire process of getting a new connection!
Where can I buy a pcmcia to usb adapter? It should support vista. Thanks

[rollcage]

I think 13.1" size laptops r coming in delll but the price wuld go arnd 56K....

Go for Dell 1420.. or Vostro 1400 U will like it! :) Thanks for replying

have two options
http://www.sony.co.in/product/vgn-cr12gh/sku/vgn-cr12gh%252Fbe1?site=hp_en_IN_i
&
http://www.asia.apple.com/macbook/

Hey, he would love to go for Apple (even afford upto 55,000) if it runs windows OS.
It would be tough to carry on with MAC there in kolkata.(he works in ibm there)
what do u say.....

[aryayush]

Yes, it runs Windows OS just fine. Tell him not to worry.

If he goes to City Centre in Kolkata, he can even see Windows running on a Mac (the only ugly thing in the beautiful store!) and use it for a while to get the feel of it. :)

[rollcage]

oh thats cool .. u are in Kolkata, thanx I will tell him that.
btw I know using a Mac is definitely better, He still wants it
says that he needs it for some programms.

[Abhishek Dwivedi]

guys i need help on ma new Compaq V3424AU notebook..it comes with Vista Home basic...but i need to install XP on it...it has 110GB paration and i wana create 4 out of it without loosing ma data on it...plzz help as soon as possible

[rollcage]

use .. any partition manager,
I am using Acronis.Disk.Director.Suite.10.0.0.2117, (kalpik suggested me this one)
Its works like a charm ...

[ajazz]

Hi,guys!!
can anyone tell me if asus a8js laptop avaliable in india and if yes for how much?
i think this laptop gives every penny worth.
thanks

[sanjeev choudhary]

hi, guys..
well i m here after a long gap........need help.

my cousin is planning to buy a notebook..........budget is 80k...
If anyone can suggest the good brand+model.......under 80k.....it would be very helpful.
which one is better for a window user......dell ,sony or apple(have'nt seen around).
waiting for reply ....thanks in advance.

[abhinav_bipnesh]

^^^^ I think u can go for Dell Inspiron 1520 or the Vestro series with full customization as I am having Dell Inspiron 1520 & much satisfied with the performance...........

[dd_wingrider]

thinking of buying this lappy HP Dv6502AU (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1116665-1116665-1116665-13077980-80376352.html), its costing me around 45k, any suggestions or any other laptop which comes in this price range n is better please let me know:)

[Ganeshkumar]

^^^
Sure the answer wuld be DELL...
customize in their website!

[aryayush]

hi, guys..
well i m here after a long gap........need help.

my cousin is planning to buy a notebook..........budget is 80k...
If anyone can suggest the good brand+model.......under 80k.....it would be very helpful.
which one is better for a window user......dell ,sony or apple(have'nt seen around).
waiting for reply ....thanks in advance.What is he going to use it for?

[Pathik]

Get a pimped up Dell 1520 or a Dell Xps m1330 or a Macbook

[v3425au]

Hi Guys,

I bought my V3425AU yesterday. Everything working absolutely fine and has an IR port too. NOw interesting thing is my friend has bought DV2401TU and has an IR, interestingly DV2401TU came with a IR remote control which can controll functions of ur notebook like switching ON DVD player and its controls, Vol +/-, power point controlls, shutting down/hybernating the notebook and some more features which you'd ideally like to have in the remote.

When I tried the same remote on V3425AU, Bang; averything works the same. u can operate ur DVD plyr / hybernate and all other features which DV2401 offers thru their remote. I chked with HP/compaq guys they said V3425AU dsnt come with the remote and HP is not selling it separately

Guys can someone please tell me where I can find this remote or if I can order it online? I'd like to have it, especially when I have seen it working.

[arunks]

DV2401TU .... which model is this and which company's and what is its price and whats is its configuration?

[aryayush]

Umm... I have a budget of Rs. 60,000 (flexible) and I want the most value for money notebook.

Purposes:
1. All forms of entertainment, including games.
2. Programming.

Looks are somewhat important but not overly so. Thank you! :)


P.S. - Not for myself, of course. :p

[Sourabh]

Best Value for Money: Dell Vostro 1500 N-Series Notebook (No Windows OS Bundled)

http://www1.ap.dell.com/content/products/compare.aspx/vostronb?c=in&cs=inbsd1&l=en&s=bsd

Select the first config from the Vostro 1500 Catalog. Customize it with WSXGA+ screen (1680x1050), 2GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce 8600M GT, Intel's draft-n WiFi chip, 9-celled battery and webcam.

Final price after customization: Rs. 62k

[CadCrazy]

I want to purchase laptop with 17 inch screen. My budget is between 50-55k. Please suggest any good model Dell or HP.

[aryayush]

Thanks, Sourabh! :)

In case he wants Windows too, which one should I recommend?

[Sourabh]

Aryayush - The second config from the same Vostro 1500 catalog.

CadCrazy - You've got 2 options. Inspiron 1720 (http://www1.ap.dell.com/content/products/features.aspx/featured_notebook10?c=in&cs=inbsd1&l=en&s=bsd) from Dell or HP Pavilion dv9502AU (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1116665-1116665-1116665-80243650-80426939.html)

Go for the HP if the only reason you need a 17-inch laptop is because of the massive screen. That's the only 17-inch laptop from HP available in India right now. It has onboard go7150 graphics which may be good for HD video playback but seriously no gaming on this one.

The base config of the Dell is better but costly.

[v3425au]

Ankur DV2401TU comes for around 45K including taxes, damn good machine..

[Abhishek Dwivedi]

hi....does ne one owns Compaq V3424AU....can ne one tell me where can i find all da drivers for XP...plzzzzzzzzzzzz....thx

[Akshay]

@abhishek

Download drivers for HP Pavilion DV6150 or Compaq Presario v6000 CTO

I got my drivers from d dealer.. He gave me a cd of all d drivers. Though I had to download drivers for processor frm AMD site.

[managana]

Tamil Nadu Govt's ELCOT has come out with an scheme for supply of Laptops at concessional rate. The site says:
"This scheme is envisaged to provide an affordable HIGH QUALITY professional laptop computer to the student community of TamilNadu. It is open to students of all segment starting from LKG to Post graduate courses. It is also open to the open university / distant education students. But the address of the student should be within TamilNadu.
These professional laptop computers are currently being purchased by ELCOT Rs.44000 plus taxes. But we are offering the very same laptop computers for Rs.26000 - 30000 a piece. Hence the offer is open only for students within TamilNadu as it is meant ONLY for student community."

URL is
http://elcot.in/student_laptop/student-laptop-intro.php

Can someone comment on this?

[CadCrazy]

@ Saurabh Thanks
I am not into the gaming, so the Hp option seems to be a good deal for me

[deepakchan]

Going to order a Flemingo Pink Colored Dell Inspiron 1420 for my sis. They have sent 3 quotations.

1 Yr Complete Cover - Rs.47020
2 Yrs Complete Cover - Rs.52342
3 Yrs Complete Cover - Rs.54277

The difference between 2 and 3 yrs is less. Why is it so much for the 1st and the 2nd.? Moreover, I thought extending the warranty alone for 2 yrs is only 5000. But now the difference is 7250. And they don't have an option of only upgrading the warranty. Only Complete Cover.

---------UPDATE-----------

I've ordered the laptop.. They further reduced the price to Rs.52663 for 3 yr complete cover.. God know how..

[manoj_299]

Can Anyone Tell me more about HP DV9502AU Model: I means review and performance. I have plan to buy a notebook as desktop replacement. I have to choose between Dell 1520 & HP DV9502AU.

+ Point for Dell: Good service, Fast processor. GFX= Intel 3100
+ Point for HP : 17" Screen and other good feature like Finger Print Reader. Good for Desktop replacement + one more HDD space support 400 GB HDD.

I have seen the Product of HP today at retailer. The screen is damn large. Good view.

I am confused: which one for I go. I need it for Basic use Internet surfing. Webpage editing etc. No game at all. I get quotation of HP DV9502AU and it says Chipset: NVIDIA MCP67M. Is it Good? How will be the performance? Does NVIDIA Geforce Go 7150 M is better than Intel 3100? Help me to choose. I dont need for Game. but I am hardcore internet user means too many tabs in Firefox togeter and my PIII 1.1 Ghz witrh 256 MB Ram just stop to respond at that time. HP is preferable because I always used 17" monitor in home. I want to know about its performance with my work. They are Providing Vista Home Premium....Will this system handle VISTA or I will have to move to XP. Please help me out.

[aryayush]

@Sourabh
Thanks, yaar! But he does not like Dell for some reason. Any other option? Preferably from Lenovo.

[Sourabh]

aryayush - The customized Vostro 1500 and Inspiron 1520 from the Dell are the only value-for-money gaming laptops in India currently. Others are a bit expensive. Asus G1S has similar specs, but it's priced at 90k and comes with 2-year warranty. HP has no performance oriented laptops (in India), forget gaming. And the 90k figure reminds me, the all-new-basic MacBook Pro isn't far away then. 97k on CafeGadgets.

Lenovo is the last company who will make a gaming laptop. They, at best, put entry-level Nvidia/ATi solutions for Vista!

Tell your friend, he doesn't have any other options. Sometimes, it's a nice thing to have. So tell him to put his 'likes' aside and get the Dell.

[aryayush]

Yaar, he is adamant. He is intent on buying the Lenovo Y500 series. I told him your opinion but he hates Dell. The notebook he is buying has an nVidia 7400 256MB graphics card.

[dr_jimit]

Hello friends,

I am here again for asking your help in deciding a Laptop for my Aunty,

Basic requirements
Budget is less then Rs.45,000/-

Vista Premium ready
Core 2 Duo Mobile with good speed
1GB RAM
Graphics should be able to run Vista Premium, Intel inbuilt chipset good if it can handle Aero

Minimum 15" screen, good resolution, widescreen if +,
DVD supermultidrive
Wireless g
Inbuilt webcam and microphone if available :-)
Onsite warranty if available

I think hp/compaq brand is good,
My brother and 2 of my friends have it, newer models perform as good as they look.
Thanks,
Dr. Jimit

[manoj_299]

Can Anyone Tell me more about HP DV9502AU Model: I means review and performance. I have plan to buy a notebook as desktop replacement. I have to choose between Dell 1520 & HP DV9502AU.

+ Point for Dell: Good service, Fast processor. GFX= Intel 3100
+ Point for HP : 17" Screen and other good feature like Finger Print Reader. Good for Desktop replacement + one more HDD space support 400 GB HDD.

I have seen the Product of HP today at retailer. The screen is damn large. Good view.

I am confused: which one for I go. I need it for Basic use Internet surfing. Webpage editing etc. No game at all. I get quotation of HP DV9502AU and it says Chipset: NVIDIA MCP67M. Is it Good? How will be the performance? Does NVIDIA Geforce Go 7150 M is better than Intel 3100? Help me to choose. I dont need for Game. but I am hardcore internet user means too many tabs in Firefox togeter and my PIII 1.1 Ghz witrh 256 MB Ram just stop to respond at that time. HP is preferable because I always used 17" monitor in home. I want to know about its performance with my work. They are Providing Vista Home Premium....Will this system handle VISTA or I will have to move to XP. Please help me out.


Soneone please help me.... Answer my Question.

[aneesh kalra]

Is it possible to attach an add on sound card to a laptop,as far as I know it cannot be done but then how do the likes of nvidia and ati bundle them along.If not is there any other way of using an external graphics card like the quadro from nvidia.

[eminemence]

Can someone suggest a laptop from either HP/Lenovo/Sony?
Budget : 60K
User Requirements : Mainly programming and some net browsing.
Does not matter if its multimedia rich or not,but need good network interface options(LAN/WIFI/BT) and card reader as well.
Any suggestions are welcome.
And also shop options in Pune are also welcome.
Thanks.
--eminemence.

[Sourabh]

aryayush - Go7400 is seriously outdated. Check out the dv6516TX (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1116665-1116665-1116665-13077980-80376335.html) instead (priced at 57k). Features 8400M GS

eminemence - Check out VAIO CR series laptop on www.sony.co.in . It's available for 55k with option for a few colors. Sony laptops are easily available in malls and Sony showrooms. Pay another 5k since your budget permits and extend the warranty to 3-year.

aneesh kalra - PCMCIA sound cards are available from ages. Even ExpressCard variants of the Creative X-Fi have been announced, but not available in India yet. External graphic cards for laptops continues to be a dream in the real world.

manoj_299 - The screen size is not the only criteria. You can opt for a 1680x1050 WSXGA+ on the 15.4-inch widescreen of the Dell Inspiron 1520/Vostro 1500 and get more desktop real estate than the HP. Just 5k additional charges. I would suggest you to get the Dells due to the customisation option to suit your needs. Dells also come with on-site warranty and better battery life. 17-inch laptops are HUGE anyways, no mobility. Both the Dell and HP are more than capable of Windows Vista.

dr_jimit - Check out the Dell Inspiron 1520/Vostro 1500 on Dell India website. HP Compaq's current lineup for 45k budget is poor. No onsite warranty too.

[abhinav_bipnesh]

Dell Laptop are i think the best value for money as even my two friends has bought HP laptop & the configuration they got is not to the mark to the present system configuration. Also I am more satisfied as the h/w which we get from dell is latest & also u can customize according to ur need & buget & also the performance is also good.........
As i am looking for a benchmarking tool to bench mark my system as the configuration of my laptop is

Dell Insprion 1520
Intel Core2Duo T7100 (1.8 GHz 800Mhz Fsb)
2 GB 667Mhz (dual channel ) Ram
160 GB HDD
NVidia 8600GT 256MB GDDR2
15" (1680X1080) WXGA
& all other regular stuff.

So any good Benchmarking tool to bench mark my system ...............:D:D:D

[Sourabh]

Dell Laptop are i think the best value for money as even my two friends has bought HP laptop & the configuration they got is not to the mark to the present system configuration. Also I am more satisfied as the h/w which we get from dell is latest & also u can customize according to ur need & buget & also the performance is also good.........
As i am looking for a benchmarking tool to bench mark my system as the configuration of my laptop is

Dell Insprion 1520
Intel Core2Duo T7100 (1.8 GHz 800Mhz Fsb)
2 GB 667Mhz (dual channel ) Ram
160 GB HDD
NVidia 8600GT 256MB GDDR2
15" (1680X1080) WXGA
& all other regular stuff.

So any good Benchmarking tool to bench mark my system ...............:D:D:D

http://www.laptoplogic.com/reviews/detail.php?id=170&part=full&page=6

Enjoy!

[abhinav_bipnesh]

thxxxxxxxxxx

some freeware benchmarking tool :D :)

[Sourabh]

Download 3DMark 03, 05, 06

PCMark '05

SiSoft Sandra for CPU and Memory Bandwidth

Find most of these apps for download here (http://www.filehippo.com/software/benchmark/)

[manoj_299]

Thanks Sourabh

[abhinav_bipnesh]

thanks sourabh

[eminemence]

eminemence - Check out VAIO CR series laptop on www.sony.co.in . It's available for 55k with option for a few colors. Sony laptops are easily available in malls and Sony showrooms. Pay another 5k since your budget permits and extend the warranty to 3-year.


Thanks Sourabh for the reply.
Actually I was just wondering,aren't the Sony laptops a bit over priced?
The HP dv lineup seems quite loaded in terms of RAM.
Sony seems to have that extra memory card reader which will read all those sony proprietary memory cards and would connect seamlessly with the Handycam and PSP.
Apart from that any other good reason for going for Sony and not for HP?
--eminemence.

[Sourabh]

eminemence -At present, HP and Sony laptops in the 55k range have similar specs. Sony should be expensive but apparently they're not. Sony VAIO CR features a better T7100 (800MHz FSB) processor.

Check it for yourself here (http://www.sony.co.in/product/vgn-cr14gn/sku/vgn-cr14gn%252Fbe1?site=hp_en_IN_i) and here (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1116665-1116665-1116665-13077980-80376335.html).

There is little performance difference between these two laptops. It's a personal choice of brand. Get whatever you feel good with. HP model now comes with 2GB RAM, 160GB HDD and 8400M GS graphics. That's a good buy for 60k too.

[Ankur Gupta]

Well I dont think that Sony laptop comes even close in config with the HP one that you mentioned...
1 GB compared to 2 GB...14.1" compared to 15.4".....ATI Mobility Radeon™ x2300 compared to Nvidia 8400GS.....100GB compared to 160 GB...
only that Sony one has a better processor...
And Hp one is 3k lower in price than Sony one...

[Sourabh]

Agreed. That's why I said similar with little performance difference. The HP uses the most basic Core 2 Duo processor (1.5GHz with just 667MHz FSB) but comes with nice specs like 2GB RAM, 160GB HDD and the marginally better 8400M GS. The Sony CR is 'Santa Rosa' based in real sense of the term with native T7100. RAM is dirt cheap anyways, can be upgraded easily. A better processor in stock config is always welcome.

VAIOs are known to be very expensive. As a result, this particular model CR-series model is an exception. I was speaking in general in my previous post. Both are very good laptops, having their own USP. Get the one which suits your needs better.

[ax3]

have seen many laptops bt they seem 2 b 2 heavy ....... any light weighted lappy`s ?

[Ankur Gupta]

Agreed. That's why I said similar with little performance difference. The HP uses the most basic Core 2 Duo processor (1.5GHz with just 667MHz FSB) but comes with nice specs like 2GB RAM, 160GB HDD and the marginally better 8400M GS. The Sony CR is 'Santa Rosa' based in real sense of the term with native T7100. RAM is dirt cheap anyways, can be upgraded easily. A better processor in stock config is always welcome.

VAIOs are known to be very expensive. As a result, this particular model CR-series model is an exception. I was speaking in general in my previous post. Both are very good laptops, having their own USP. Get the one which suits your needs better.

But I still feel that 60k is too much for this config...50k would have been bang on target to get its sales soaring like the HP one...
Yeah but as you said for the VAIO tag it is quite cheap...

[deepakchan]

have seen many laptops bt they seem 2 b 2 heavy ....... any light weighted lappy`s ?

If you want really low weight laptops you have to go for the mag alloy casing, which boosts up the price like anything.. Any 14" or less screen sized laptop should be of reasonable weight. My Dell Inspiron 6400 is 15.4" and is quite heavy compared to the Dell Inspiron 640m that my friend has which is 14".

[Ankur Gupta]

@ax3
sony Vaio SZ series and some others are really light but then you have to shell out more for them...