ALL LAPTOP RELATED QUERIES HERE ! ! !

[Maverick340]

Attention !!
As mentioned above i bought a Compaq F733AU a few days back. It came with freedos and so no drivers CD shipped along. THe guy (dealer) gave me a drivers CD (dled from various sources off the net). Howerver a lot of the hardware is simply incompatible with Windows XP. I asked the person and he said its the same with all new generation lappys. The nforce630a chipset and the Intel 965M. For eg , when i plug in my headphones, audio comes from both the laptop speakers and headphones ( unresolved issue according to him and two more people who had the same prob at the shop )
This sucks bad .. These laptop manufacturers are supporting Vista whole hartedly and XP lovers like us are doomed !

Oh i also had tons of BSODs while installing the drivers (due to incompatible hardware/ faulty drivers )

[juggler]

So there are only proper drivers for vista.
Damn microsoft is forcing people to use vista by any means possible

Check if this helps
http://www.zyxware.com/articles/2008/01/23/compaq-presario-f733au-laptop-drivers-for-windows-xp

How much did u buy ur laptop for (512mb ram or 1 gb ram)

[Maverick340]

Tried that page .. drivers are installed okay now, the audio problem (headphones) still remains :(
Yea, MS is playing dirty !!
I bought it for 28000 ( additional 2 GB ) i.e total 2.5 GB ram

Edit : Yea !! got the sound to work properly. Now when i plug the headphones, the laptop speakers dont output sound ! yahoo !
Here is the updated drivers for all you guys :
Download file » sp32898.exe (ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp32501-33000/sp32898.exe) 1/1 (6.12M)
Make sure you have the Microsoft Universal Audio Architecture (UAA) Bus Driver for High Definition Audio ( Look for SP31994 (or later) on the Software and Driver Downloads section of the www.hp.com website) before installing

[~It_is_Andrew~]

Please have a look in this thread :
http://www.thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?p=751467#post751467

[Choto Cheeta]

Source >> Choto Cheeta Online (http://www.chotocheeta.com/2008/02/18/budget-yet-performance-notebook-for-a-student-or-personal-or-small-business/)

I have already went through the cheapest Main Stream (http://www.chotocheeta.com/2008/02/02/cheapest-mainstream-laptop-notebook-vs-7-portable-pcs/) notebooks or laptops here, at one of my quest to find which one to buy, whether the new 7" notebook / laptops or the cheapest main stream notebooks / laptops (http://www.chotocheeta.com/2008/02/02/cheapest-mainstream-laptop-notebook-vs-7-portable-pcs/).
Over these months I find my self with so many people asking one simple question, as a student or for basic yet performance need which is the notebook / laptop one should buy or rather what would be a value for money notebook which should not compromise on the performance factor too.
Before I can start my quest to find a budget yet performance notebook / laptop for a student or a small business professional or just for personal mobile usage, I need to shade some light on the subject of Budget.
What exactly can be called budget ?
I have taken a real good look in the present market and after reading all these emails and comments and views which I have received via my blog and forums / ug where I am active in, suggests a range of Rs. 30,000/- to 33,000/- can be considered as our targeted budget.
Value for money ??
What do I mean by value for money ?? Its really simple, as just to ask your self, do you get the performance against the money you are spending ?? As some time people think one must need a Core 2 Duo, where as in fact under a certain budget, one may find a AMD based solution offering far better over all performance than Core 2 Duo based notebook (http://www.chotocheeta.com/2008/01/05/what-to-buy-amd-x2-or-core-2-duo-read-before-you-buy-a-notebook-laptop/).
http://www.chotocheeta.com/wp-includes/js/tinymce/themes/advanced/images/spacer.gifDo you need a notebook / laptop ??
If you, your self own a desktop and now want another portable solution then as a student, think twice, as spending a good Rs. 30k doesn't make much sense, but still if you have to have a portable solution, then the cheapest main stream notebook range (http://www.chotocheeta.com/2008/02/02/cheapest-mainstream-laptop-notebook-vs-7-portable-pcs/), which offers, Compaq C773TU (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1123071-1123071-1123071-80243651-81119074.html) may offer you the best value for money.
Let's have a look at the models which you may consider of buying !!
The Compaq V3702AU
http://www.chotocheeta.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/compaq-presario-v3600-notebook-pc_190x170.jpg
Specifications
AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-58 (1.9 GHz / 512+512KB L2) (http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/ProductInformation/0,,30_118_13909_13911,00.html)
Nvidia Geforce 7150 with Up to 287MB Total Available Graphics Memory
1 GB DDR-II 667 (supported upto 4 GB with 2GB each slot)
14.1" WideScreen Display with 1280x800
160 GB SATA 5400 RPM
SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support
Card Reader / 56.6 kbps Modem / LAN / 3 USB 2.0 / IEEE 1394 / Wifi 802.11b/g WLAN / Blue-tooth
Windows Vista Home Basic
1 Year International Warranty
Carry Case
Read more (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1123071-1123071-1123071-81241175-81272490.html)
Price :- Rs. 32500/- including VAT

The Lenovo 3000 N200 A29 (0769)

http://www.chotocheeta.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/lenovo-3000-n200-notebook.jpg
Specifications
Intel Pentium Dual Core @ 1.46 GHz T2310 (1 MB L2 / 533 FSB)
Intel GL960/GM965 with GMA x3100
512 MB DDR-II 667 MHz Supporting upto 4 GB with 2 slot
15.4" WideScreen Display with 1280x800 / VGA Web Cam
120 GB SATA 5400 RPM
SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support
Card Reader / 56.6 kbps Modem / LAN / 3 USB 2.0 / IEEE 1394 / Wifi 802.11b/g/n WLAN / Bluetooth 2.0
Free DOS (No OS)
1 Year International Warranty
Read full details (http://www-604.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?storeId=10000356&catalogId=-356&langId=356&categoryId=4611686018425111790&seriesid=4611686018425042855&referer=4611686018425096210&productId=4611686018425445203)
Price :- Rs. 30700/- including VAT with 1 GB RAM upgrade

The Acer Aspire 4720Z
http://www.chotocheeta.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/12.jpg
Specifications
Intel Pentium Dual Core @ 1.46 GHz T2310 (1 MB L2 / 533 FSB)
Intel GL960/GM965 with GMA x3100
1 GB DDR-II 667 MHz Supporting upto 2 GB with 2 slot
160 GB SATA 5400 RPM
SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support
Card Reader / 56.6 kbps Modem / LAN / 3 USB 2.0 / IEEE 1394 / Wifi 802.11b/g/n WLAN / Bluetooh 2.0
Linux OS (No Windows)
1 Year International Warranty
Read full details (http://www.acer.co.in/products/product_explore_view.asp?pid=83&model=Aspire%204720Z%20&cid=5).
Price :- Rs. 30500/- including TAX
There is also, Compaq C738TU which is Rs. 1000 cheaper than Lenevo N200 A29 including the ram upgrade to 1 GB.
Not only this, if you roam in your nearest computer market you would get many more options, how ever, these 4 above mentioned models have real good track and performance record and they are better value for money than any other model under this price range.
What you can do with these Notebooks ??
They are good enough for even basic video editing also. You can run heavy duty softwares like Pinnacle, Adobe Premiere, ofcourse a lot of image editing like PhotoShop. You can easliy convert all your 700 MB / 1400 MB DVD RIPs (xvid / avi / divx) to Video DVD or VCD (http://www.chotocheeta.com/2008/01/01/convert-and-burn-avi-divx-xvid-mp4-x264-aac-to-dvd-vob-vcd/), you can rip DVDs to convert them to 700 MB RIPs (http://www.chotocheeta.com/2007/08/22/how-to-make-700-mb-or-14-gb-1-cd-or-2-cd-dvd-rip/), all comes with Wifi and LAN so fully Internet and network compatible. Blue-tooth is also there with all, meaning connecting with mobile wireless would be really easy. All are WideScreen so all are pretty good with movies too..
So, What to buy and why to buy ??
All these above mention models have their own benefits. Let us list those points which we should consider on our quest to buy one.

The Compaq one has the best looks, where as the Lenovo is the ugliest of them all.
Acer comes with Best display (TFT Screen) where as the Compaq seems to lag behind on this factor.
The Lenovo comes with best support as well as real tough build quality where as Acer seems to be the worst in built quality !!!
The Acer is the cheapest of them all, where as Compaq is the costliest as more than Rs. 2.5 extra than Acer of the Lenovo.
Compaq packs the most power with AMD Turion X2 1.9 GHz and onboard Geforce 7150 (http://www.nvidia.com/object/mobogpu_nb_7series_specs.html), where as both lenovo and acer lags behind with Pentium Dual Core 1.4 GHz and onboard Intel GMA x3100 (http://www.intel.com/products/chipsets/gm965/index.htm). 7150 is far better than x3100.
Its compaq which is the only one comes with an Windows (Windows Vista Home Basic) preinstalled, as rest is just free DOS meaning either linux or you have to load your own Windows.
The Lenovo A29 has the largest screen (15.4") compare to the 14.1" of both Compaq and Acer.Feeling confuse ?
Let me make the subject more understandable.
No matter which ever of these 4 you buy, you will not loose out. All are fully vista compatible, all comes with enough processing power to satisfy your needs. Now final decision may depend on few factors like bellow.

Local price based on availability, I mean though all these are widely available, but you may find your dealer has a stock of a certain product so price would be lower in that case !!
Personal choice, this is the most important, as it is you who would be using, so buy the one which you feel looks best.What would I vote for ??
Personally as for configuration wise I would go for Compaq V3702AU which is Rs. 32500/- including all tax and bundled OS (Windows Vista Home Basic), how ever I didn't like the screen performance of it. Where as an over all package, though the Lenovo looks pretty ugly comparing with Compaq or Acer, but still my Vote goes for Lenovo A29 !!
So few you are making you choice based up on this article, then I would suggest, do take a look at the screen of the Notebook (V3702AU), if you like the performance and it comes bellow Rs. 33,000 including all, then go with Compaq !!


This sucks bad .. These laptop manufacturers are supporting Vista whole hartedly and XP lovers like us are doomed !

Software & Driver downloadsfor Compaq Presario F733AU Notebook PC (OS - Windows XP) (http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareList?os=228&lc=en&cc=in&dlc=en&product=3645611&lang=en)

[juggler]

Tried that page .. drivers are installed okay now, the audio problem (headphones) still remains :(
Yea, MS is playing dirty !!
I bought it for 28000 ( additional 2 GB ) i.e total 2.5 GB ram

Edit : Yea !! got the sound to work properly. Now when i plug the headphones, the laptop speakers dont output sound ! yahoo !
Here is the updated drivers for all you guys :
Download file » sp32898.exe (ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp32501-33000/sp32898.exe) 1/1 (6.12M)
Make sure you have the Microsoft Universal Audio Architecture (UAA) Bus Driver for High Definition Audio ( Look for SP31994 (or later) on the Software and Driver Downloads section of the www.hp.com website) before installing

Good deal
Please post ur review and experience of installing windows on ur laptop

[Choto Cheeta]

@juggler

There is no Native Hardware support for HD (H.234) playback on the 7000M GPU :( also its the Athlon X2 Mobile, not the more powered Turion X2 :(

[juggler]

@juggler

There is no Native Hardware support for HD (H.234) playback on the 7000M GPU :( also its the Athlon X2 Mobile, not the more powered Turion X2 :(
ohh didnt know that :(
Accha I am getting compaq 6608au for 30k all inclusive with some goodies :)
is it a good deal ?? Does 7150m support HD (H.234) ??

[Choto Cheeta]

Accha I am getting compaq 6608au for 30k all inclusive with some goodies

go for it eyes close but do note, its not in production any more... how ever that doesnt mean much :D go for it eyes close :D

[juggler]

Thanks :))

[juggler]

choto u said that u were not happy with compaq v3702au screen. could u elborate on that point as it will also help us in judging a laptop screen :)

[sourav237]

I need a lightweight laptop for my boss. intel is the choice. the requirements are net surfing, powerpoint presentations, viewing documents.He prefers 11 inch vaio(costs more tahn a lakh). i think it's not required. my personal choice is hp. plz suggest.
thnx in advance.

[Choto Cheeta]

Dell XPS 1330 would do with 9 Cell battery :D

[gopz]

Yeah XPSm1330 is perfect for him.
Make sure you opt for accidental damage extended warranty, its WORTH it

[coolendra]

Hi guys....me again....

i've set my eyes on these 2 systems...

HP Pavillion dv9704tx

# Intel® Core 2 Duo processor T7250 (2.0GHz, 800MHz FSB, 2MB L2)
# Intel ® PM965 (Crestline PM), Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection
# 20484MB DDR2 667 (1024MBx2DIMM)
# 250GB Hard Drive 5400rpm
# DVD+/-RW Drive (Super Multi DVD Writer Dual format, Double Layer) Light Scribe
# 5-in-1 Digital Media Reader Slot (SD, MMC, SDIO, MS, Mspro, xD)
# 17" TFT WXGA LCD Brigtview Wide Screen
# Nvidia NB8P-SE( Geforce 8600M GS) with 512MB of dedicated video memory
# Altec Lansing branded speaker
# 10/100 LAN Ethernet, high speed 56K modem, 802.11b/g Wireless LAN, Bluetooth
# 3xUSB 2.0 ports, 1394a (1), VGA, S-Video Output, RJ-11 / Modem, RJ-45 / Ethernet, Consumer IR input, Headphone / Line out (stereo), Microphone Input (stereo), AC Port, One Type I/II PC Card slot, One fingerprint reader, One ExpressCard/54 Slot, Full size Keyboard with numerical key pad
# New moulding HP Imprint technique
# Microsoft® Windows® Vista Premium
# 8-Cell LilON Battery
# Limited warranty 1 year
# HDMI Port
# ULTRA SLIM REMOTE CONTROL
# QuickPlay Function (Play/Preview Music, Movie and Pictures)
# Integrated HP Pavilion Webcam

i'm getting this for around 60-61 thousand...


nd the

Dell XPS 1530


# 2.0 GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, Santa Rosa chipset
# 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM
# 250GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD
# 15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) CCFL glossy screen
# "Crimson" red paint
# Slot-loading dual-layer DVD±RW drive
# NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3
# WWAN option for Verizon
# Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n (Intel 4965), Bluetooth option
# Integrated 2.0 megapixel webcam
# HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Firewire/1394, three USB 2.0 ports, integrated media reader (MS, SD, xD), fingerprint reader
# Media Center remote located in ExpressCard slot
# Windows Vista Home Premium

nd this would be around 58 thousand...

i'm now utterly confused which one to go for....

also i see a huge price difference in purchasing a 250 gig with xps than a 160...
just extra 90 gigs for an additional 3000/- .... i guess getting an external 160 portable HDD for 3300 would be a cheaper option..

please help point my descision on the best one....

thanks nd regards

[Choto Cheeta]

HP comes with 17" where as this Dell is 15.4", both are ment for different purpose... if you have your own private trasport like a 4 wheeler :) then HP and if u travel via bus or train or in public transport like me, then carrying 17" around would be really difficult :(

also 17" would offer less battery backup unless u get your self a HP 9 cell battery :D

[sourav237]

thnx . can u plz mention the price & size of the monitor

[Choto Cheeta]

thnx . can u plz mention the price & size of the monitor

which monitor ??

[coolendra]

HP comes with 17" where as this Dell is 15.4", both are ment for different purpose... if you have your own private trasport like a 4 wheeler :) then HP and if u travel via bus or train or in public transport like me, then carrying 17" around would be really difficult :(

also 17" would offer less battery backup unless u get your self a HP 9 cell battery :D


Im goin for MBA....so hostel nd classroom....thats almost my travel area around the campus for the next 2 yrs i guess..

also i would like to know...
will i be able to play crysis , nfs ProStreet nd god of wars on these laptops (in the free time i mean..)..hehe...jst love these games..

[Choto Cheeta]

I would vote for 15.4" Dell with 9 Cell battery and some good config :) also if possible then extra 2 years warrenty pack :D

Better deal over a 17" I would say :lol:

[coolendra]

HP comes with 17" where as this Dell is 15.4", both are ment for different purpose... if you have your own private trasport like a 4 wheeler :) then HP and if u travel via bus or train or in public transport like me, then carrying 17" around would be really difficult :(

also 17" would offer less battery backup unless u get your self a HP 9 cell battery :D

I would vote for 15.4" Dell with 9 Cell battery and some good config :) also if possible then extra 2 years warrenty pack :D

Better deal over a 17" I would say :lol:

the HP one has a 512 mb graphics card...nd the dell xps has 256 mb....

will it suffice my gaming needs ??...as in i would also be playing games on it...

[life31]

Can any one advice which lappy i should go for.

I only need it for storing presentations and some office data. And the most important is internet.
So what are your suggestions.

[juggler]

^^^ get a Compaq-Presario C702

[life31]

Any idea what the cost would come up to???

[juggler]

21k

[Choto Cheeta]

21k

Do note, its stock clearance so its just few Note book at ur place available at real low price... C702TU is no longer in production its been replaced buy C733 models which would cost Rs. 24.5k :)

[Pathik]

@juggler where is it 21k? I saw it for 23k at a place. You sure about it?

[juggler]

i think i saw it at compareindia.com

I checked it again the price is shown to be 22k

[INS-ANI]

hey guys good news, after air of almost one month, i got me inspiron delivered on 19th feb!

[Choto Cheeta]

hey guys good news, after air of almost one month, i got me inspiron delivered on 19th feb!

Congarts :D

[sourav237]

Dell XPS 1330 price & screen size?

[juggler]

^^
visit here:
http://www1.ap.dell.com/content/products/productdetails.aspx/xpsnb_m1330?c=in&cs=indhs1&l=en&s=dhs

[tgpraveen]

i need a laptop for lite gamin purpose and
jus watch movies
pls recomend me somthin
price around 35-45000
and plz tell me bout dell xps 1530 and compaq 6608au

[Pathik]

6608au is discontinued.. XPS 1530 is out of your range.. 1525 is too much within your range but no GPU. You need to look elsewhere..
Maybe this..
http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF05a/1090709-1116637-1116665-1116665-1116665-81119315.html.. it is 46k I think..

[juggler]

^^ ++1

[roker89]

i want to buy a new laptop for lite gamin purpose and media stuff but confused about brand to go for DELL < SONY < HP < ACER
pls suggest me the brand...........
i have sorted some models like dell xps1530 , acer 5920, compaq 6608au
and pls tell me is amd turion (6608au) wid 2 gb ram n nvdia is worth goin for or c2d is better option
and can enyone tell me when is dell wid penryn or amd phenom comin in india ,is ther anythin else comin soon worth waiting

[Akshay]

@roker

I wud suggest Dell then HP. Sony is out of question for me. Acer su(ks at gaming.

I wud recommend C2D over AMD.

[s18000rpm]

The Giant HP Laptop Out-Of-The-Box Guide (http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=177289)

[purujitb]

Hi,

Can anyone suggest a cheap laptop for <30k(as low as possible). My dad will use it for basic word processing, surfing n stuf.

[MetalheadGautham]

Hi,

Can anyone suggest a cheap laptop for <30k(as low as possible). My dad will use it for basic word processing, surfing n stuf.
Look No Further than the Compaq Pressario C773TU (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF06b/1090709-1116637-1123071-1123071-1123071-80243651-81119074.html) . It will suit all your needs perfectly.

[coolendra]

Guys...me again....
after loads of research nd discussion....
finally madeup my mind for xps 1530..

so please suggest pros nd cons of the config nd suggest some good bargains that i can ask for while ordering it in the coming week........

Dell XPS 1530

# Windows Vista Home Premium
# 2.0 GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, Santa Rosa chipset
# 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM
# 160GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD
# 15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) CCFL glossy screen
# "Crimson" red paint
# Slot-loading dual-layer DVD±RW drive
# NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3
# WWAN option for Verizon
# Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n (Intel 4965), Bluetooth option
# Integrated 2.0 megapixel webcam
# HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Firewire/1394, three USB 2.0 ports, integrated media reader (MS, SD, xD), fingerprint reader
# Media Center remote located in ExpressCard slot

can i install xp on it later on ??..wher to look for help for it ??...

Moreover I think going for 160 gigs HDD would be a better options rather than upgrading it to 250 for addl. 3000...
i guess purchasing an external 160 gigs HDD for 3500-3700 would be a better options.....please comment on this entire post...pros/nd cons nd stuff that i can use ..

[coolendra]

guys...!!... ne1 have some spare time to reply ??... ;)

[ss_in]

Hi... I am tryin 2 buy a laptop for around 55k... to be used for everyday computin, movies and some decent gamin....

Saw this sony vaio cr 36 model with the new penryn processor t8100 which costs about 53k....
its got 2.1GHZ, 2GB RAM, 200GB HDD, 128mb ATI raedon X2300....

is it of any value or is it overpriced as it is a vaio?? are there any issues with sony vaios?? is the ATI GPU any good for decent gamin and is it as good as Nvidia?

are all companies upgradin to the new processor series?? or should i wait and buy an HP pavilion after it has upgraded its processors??

[coolendra]

Guys...me again....
after loads of research nd discussion....
finally madeup my mind for xps 1530..

so please suggest pros nd cons of the config nd suggest some good bargains that i can ask for while ordering it in the coming week........

Dell XPS 1530

# Windows Vista Home Premium
# 2.0 GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, Santa Rosa chipset
# 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM
# 160GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD
# 15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) CCFL glossy screen
# "Crimson" red paint
# Slot-loading dual-layer DVD±RW drive
# NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3
# WWAN option for Verizon
# Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n (Intel 4965), Bluetooth option
# Integrated 2.0 megapixel webcam
# HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Firewire/1394, three USB 2.0 ports, integrated media reader (MS, SD, xD), fingerprint reader
# Media Center remote located in ExpressCard slot

can i install xp on it later on ??..wher to look for help for it ??...

Moreover I think going for 160 gigs HDD would be a better options rather than upgrading it to 250 for addl. 3000...
i guess purchasing an external 160 gigs HDD for 3500-3700 would be a better options.....please comment on this entire post...pros/nd cons nd stuff that i can use ..

guys....plz reply to this post...!!....
kinda urgent....last min. suggestions plz..

[s18000rpm]

HP dv9704tx - Altec - Lansing Speaker (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nh1TRMhxM_E)

recorded a small vdo on the sound quality.

sound clarity is really nice.

i'd recomend you HP, as you get onsiite warranty....

this lappy has a Vista user index of 4.8.
http://s2.supload.com/thumbs/default/index.jpg (http://s2.supload.com/free/index.jpg/view/)
[the thumbnail image is screwed up by supload.com:))]

[navrajyadav]

hi guys!

suggest me a good laptop in range 35k-40k. the laptop must be compact size (ie i prefer small screen size). so please help me. give me some views of dell laptop regarding this.

thanks

[Pathik]

If you want a 12" then get a Acer 2920. 37k.

[gopz]

Yeah Acer 2920 is excellent VFM but the only issue I noticed is that it DOES NOT have a Firewire port.

Also, if you have a higher budget, why not Dell XPS m1330?

[marvindrao]

Hi guys...
I am planning to buy a new laptop in the range of 35k-40k range..
my aim is to enjoy sum decent gaming experience and multimedia applications....
Plz suggest sum appropriate model.....

[Pathik]

Dell 1420/1525

[realdan]

my friend looking for a laptop with 12inch or 13inch screen at a budget of 50000.

[gopz]

my friend looking for a laptop with 12inch or 13inch screen at a budget of 50000.

Dell XPS m1330. Period.

[coolendra]

ya...go 4 xps 1330 without any confusion...

[earthen61]

wldn' it make more sense 2 wait fer da 9600gt to hit notebooks?......i mean, in any case ur gonna get the thing delivered about a month late, so u mite as well wait fer a month nd get

[gopz]

I dont even see 8600GT to hit 13" notebooks till end of this year, no chance of 9600GT

[Sourabh]

If it was possible to keep heat issues at bay for the 13.3" laptops integrated with even the mid-range GPUs like GeForce 8600M GS/GT, manufacturers would definitely have done that. Moreover, having mid-range and high end GPUs defeats the purpose of an ultra-portable.

That said, there are a few (http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4296) laptops in 13.3" form factor which do have GeForce 8600M GS in them but it's in best interest of everyone that no one puts that in such small laptops. Not with normal cooling and high power ratings of these GPUs surely.

[Geforce]

Guys...me again....
after loads of research nd discussion....
finally madeup my mind for xps 1530..

so please suggest pros nd cons of the config nd suggest some good bargains that i can ask for while ordering it in the coming week........

Dell XPS 1530

# Windows Vista Home Premium
# 2.0 GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, Santa Rosa chipset
# 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM
# 160GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD
# 15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) CCFL glossy screen
# "Crimson" red paint
# Slot-loading dual-layer DVD±RW drive
# NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3
# WWAN option for Verizon
# Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n (Intel 4965), Bluetooth option
# Integrated 2.0 megapixel webcam
# HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Firewire/1394, three USB 2.0 ports, integrated media reader (MS, SD, xD), fingerprint reader
# Media Center remote located in ExpressCard slot

can i install xp on it later on ??..wher to look for help for it ??...

Moreover I think going for 160 gigs HDD would be a better options rather than upgrading it to 250 for addl. 3000...
i guess purchasing an external 160 gigs HDD for 3500-3700 would be a better options.....please comment on this entire post...pros/nd cons nd stuff that i can use ..


How can you be sure that 8600M GT is coming with GDDR3 and not with the slower GDDR2 memory. I have had a long conversation with the Dell Rep but they say its DDR2 (~GDDR2). The following was my conversation with them:-

Me: [XR147] -256MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) 8600M GT : Please confirm whether the 256MB of dedicated memory in this part is of type GDDR2 or GDDR3. The reason for asking this question is that in some dell models for example- Inspiron 1520 it is explicitly mentioned that it is of type GDDR2. Various Internet resources point out that Dell XPS M1530 model being a gaming laptop contains the GDDR3 type of memory in the graphics card but I would still like to confirm it from your side (or any other dell technician). In windows this information can be found by downloading and running the free utility - 'TechPowerUp GPU-Z' on that system. This information is important to me because there is considerable performance/speed difference between GDDR2 and GDDR3 in a graphics card.

Note: Being an advanced user in computers I understand that this is different from the 2GB of system memory (RAM) which in this case is of type DDR2 running at 667Mhz.

Dell Rep:256MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) 8600M GT is DDR2


From various internet resource it is clear that Dell XPS M1530 contains GDDR3 but has this information been confirmed in india. May be in India they are putting the cheaper GDDR2 option.

If anyone has purchased this laptop with 8600GT card in India, please confirm by running the utility - 'GPU-Z'.

Please help!

[shahhardik27]

hi guys..i m planning to buy a new laptop. my range is 30k-37.5k.....my aim is playing sports games like fifa07-08,cricket 07-08,nfs mw-carbon...etc...n i also going to use little bit related to education....so plz suggest me any new laptop.......hoping 4 ur reply....

[coolendra]

How can you be sure that 8600M GT is coming with GDDR3 and not with the slower GDDR2 memory. I have had a long conversation with the Dell Rep but they say its DDR2 (~GDDR2). The following was my conversation with them:-

Me: [XR147] -256MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) 8600M GT : Please confirm whether the 256MB of dedicated memory in this part is of type GDDR2 or GDDR3. The reason for asking this question is that in some dell models for example- Inspiron 1520 it is explicitly mentioned that it is of type GDDR2. Various Internet resources point out that Dell XPS M1530 model being a gaming laptop contains the GDDR3 type of memory in the graphics card but I would still like to confirm it from your side (or any other dell technician). In windows this information can be found by downloading and running the free utility - 'TechPowerUp GPU-Z' on that system. This information is important to me because there is considerable performance/speed difference between GDDR2 and GDDR3 in a graphics card.

Note: Being an advanced user in computers I understand that this is different from the 2GB of system memory (RAM) which in this case is of type DDR2 running at 667Mhz.

Dell Rep:256MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) 8600M GT is DDR2


From various internet resource it is clear that Dell XPS M1530 contains GDDR3 but has this information been confirmed in india. May be in India they are putting the cheaper GDDR2 option.

If anyone has purchased this laptop with 8600GT card in India, please confirm by running the utility - 'GPU-Z'.

Please help!


I had a word with a Dell Representative....he told me that its GDDR3 ....
can ne1 else confirm me this ??...

[Pathik]

Yup. It is GDDR3.

[Geforce]

I had a word with a Dell Representative....he told me that its GDDR3 ....
can ne1 else confirm me this ??...

:-) Dell have now corrected their own statement and confirm that 8600GT in dell XPS M1530 is DDR3.

[urvish_acharya]

Hey budy..

it would be better if u keep ur laptop drive with less capacity n invest in external drives.

[~It_is_Andrew~]

http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/7756/xps1530serviceopsio0.jpg


above is the service/warranty options present in XPS 1530 currently.

I am confused whether the basic configuration (selected by default) includes the 1 - yr limited warranty/next business day onsite support? (as it is not mentioned anywhere directly)

If it has the thing then the difference between dell care & default one is only 'helpdesk'?!!

Please reply...

[~It_is_Andrew~]

Someone Please reply.... sorry for double post.....

[shyamno]

Suggest me a laptop ...within 40-42k (with C2D) ....

[warrior]

I have got a notebook N222S. it was issued by IILM previously. now the problem is that i'm not able to find out any drivers for N222S notebook. Can someone help me out.

[mcmillan123]

For gaming purpose 17" is good in my point of view.

[shyamno]

Which will be better for laptop processor Core 2 Duo or Dual Core ?? plz reply....

[Pathik]

Core 2 Duo obviously.

[raina_rocks]

hey i want a laptop with the conf---->
1 gb ram
c2d
160 gb hdd
DVD writer -R/+R
17"display
plz cn u temme wat wud b d range....

[raina_rocks]

reply plzzzzzzzz

[delta4]

I have a desktop pc. I hardly use my Sony Vaio Laptop. I would like to know how long can I keep the laptop idle without using it....for dayss...for months...for years....will it be harmful for the laptop if it's not used for a long time?

[rahulmig]

raina_rocks (http://www.thinkdigit.com/forum/member.php?u=26853) @ Below 60 k

[coolendra]

hey i want a laptop with the conf---->
1 gb ram
c2d
160 gb hdd
DVD writer -R/+R
17"display
plz cn u temme wat wud b d range....

Dude....u can have a look at the dell's 1720 or the HP's dv97xxtx series notebook for 17 inch segment...

not sure if these will fit ur budget specs since HP one comes with 2 gig ram nd 250 gig hdd....
but i guess u can customize dell one....
Price range starts from 55K upwards...

if u can cut down the screen to 15.4 .... u can get the similar config for 45-50k..

wat would be ur primary usage in the notebook ??...
give us some more info so that we can sugest u better...
TC
Ciao

[rollcage]

hey i want a laptop with the conf---->
1 gb ram
c2d
160 gb hdd
DVD writer -R/+R
17"display
plz cn u temme wat wud b d range....Hey plz answer few things
I like 14.1 dont you think 17" just too big to carry, or you buying this to keep at one place

Secondly, Do you want to use it for office or home multimedia? then i can tell you better,

thirdly, whats your budget mate nothing starts before that is clear??
btw 2Gb is a must now

Regards

[raina_rocks]

Hey plz answer few things
I like 14.1 dont you think 17" just too big to carry, or you buying this to keep at one place

Secondly, Do you want to use it for office or home multimedia? then i can tell you better,

thirdly, whats your budget mate nothing starts before that is clear??
btw 2Gb is a must now

Regards

Dude....u can have a look at the dell's 1720 or the HP's dv97xxtx series notebook for 17 inch segment...

not sure if these will fit ur budget specs since HP one comes with 2 gig ram nd 250 gig hdd....
but i guess u can customize dell one....
Price range starts from 55K upwards...

if u can cut down the screen to 15.4 .... u can get the similar config for 45-50k..

wat would be ur primary usage in the notebook ??...
give us some more info so that we can sugest u better...
TC
Ciao



hey thanks alll......
well i would b using my laptp mostly fr doing some projects etc, listenin 2 songs, net n if posb in budget fr games.......... but i want d laptop to b fast.... tats y i want c2d n 2gb ram......
and ya i mistakenly wrote 17" screen.....tat will b too big......
n ya my budget is arnd 40k.......

[rollcage]

hey thanks alll......
well i would b using my laptop mostly fr doing some projects etc, listenin 2 songs, net n if posb in budget fr games.......... but i want d laptop to b fast.... tats y i want c2d n 2gb ram......
and ya i mistakenly wrote 17" screen.....tat will b too big......
n ya my budget is arnd 40k.......
Now thats better,,
2GB and c2d is a must as you said, for casual gaming onboard is ok, but better to buy nvidia8500GS 256MB with it and 8600gt 256ddr3 may not make that up in your budget.

check out the asus gaming laptop rates, if those prices are also down, then asus is a good to buy, buy i think it will be in 50k range.

in 40k .. you can get Dell 1525, or a toshiba m200

UPDATE:

INFACT BUY 1420 ..
Total Price : Rs 43,992.31



Item Description Qty Price Amount


R510403 - Dell Inspiron(TM) 1420 Laptop



Base System Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T5550 1
1.83 GHz, 2MB Cache, 667 MHz FSB

Operating System Genuine Windows Vista(TM) Home Premium - with AERO experience 1
Advanced features inc. Aero interface,

Display 14.1” Widescreen WXGA (1280x800) Display with TrueLife(TM) 1
Color Kits Midnight Blue Color with Microsatin Finish and Integrated 2MP Webcam
Memory 2GB (2 X 1024MB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM 1
Hard Drives 160GB SATA Hard Drive 1
Hard Drive Partition Hard Drive Partition, Primary Size 40GB in C Drive, Remainder in D Drive



Internal Optical Drive Internal 8X DVD+/-RW Combination Drive with dual layer write capabilities 1


Video Card NVIDIA(R) GeForce(TM) 8400M GS with 128MB GDDR3 dedicated graphic memory 1


Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945 Dual Band 802.11a/g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card 1
Audio Solution Integrated Stereo Sound 1
Bluetooth Module Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module 1

Dell Services: Hardware Maintenance 1-Year Limited Warranty (Next Business Day Service - parts & labour) 1 1 Year Telephone Technical Support (9am To 6pm, Monday - Friday)
Regional Support Within Asia Pacific Countries For Laptops
Dell Services: Installation Basic System Installation 1
Primary Battery 6-cell 56Whr Lithium Ion Primary Battery 1
Carry Case Dell(TM) Nylon Backpack 1


Please allow approximately 2-3 weeks for delivery


Date is estimate only and subject to delays.
Adapter 90W AC Adapter 1
Software Microsoft(R) Works 9.0 (Does Not Include Microsoft(R) Office 2003/2007 Software) 1
Security Software McAfee(R) Security Center(TM) – 30 days trial 1
Item included in the System 1 ExpressCard Slot, (DOES NOT SUPPORT PCMCIA CARDS)


Mod Specs Info (India)


Dell(TM) Support Center


8-in-1 media card reader
Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet 1
Dell(TM) Travel Remote Control 1


Noise Isolation Ear Buds
Dell(TM) PC-Restore 1


PC Restore will occupy some HDD capacity.


The capacity varies with preloaded material and operating environment.
Dell(TM) MediaDirect 1


Approx. 2.0GB of HDD space will be allocated to Dell Media Direct.


Dell(TM) MediaDirect DVD Kit
Internal 56K Modem 1


RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)
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-NB Handling & Insurance Charges /Express Premium 1


Express Delivery


Inspiron-NB Handling & Insurance Charges
Delivery & Freight Charges Inspiron(TM) Delivery Charges (India) 1

Total
Total Amount Rs 39,153.00
Total Amount Before Tax Rs 39,153.00
CD/CVD/Excise Duty Rs 4,839.31
CST / VAT Rs 0.00
Total Amount Before OCTROI TAX Rs 43,992.31
OCTROI Rs 0.00
Total Tax Rs 4,839.31
Total Amount After Tax Rs 43,992.31

[sivarap]

how is Toshiba Satellite L40-18X (http://www.ramcity.com.au/system/44512.htm)? whats the price in india?

[arunks]

hey guys my hcl leaptop charger is not working due to some sparking occurence ..my laptop is still in warranty..plz tell me is charger like accesories also covered under waraanty..tell me the customer care no. to contact hcl..

[hahahari]

guys I have a budget of 40K I need a Laptop. My main concer is that it must have 14" and NO WINDOWS bcs I have my own copy which I suppose I can use in that.

Gr8 addons would be a finger print reader and a card reader and inbuild bluetooth or webcam. But the above 4 are not necessary. Pls suggest me a good LAP.

[arunks]

hey guys my hcl leaptop charger is not working due to some sparking occurence ..my laptop is still in warranty..plz tell me is charger like accesories also covered under waraanty..tell me the customer care no. to contact hcl..


NO REPLY to my query????????????????:confused::mad:

[deepakchan]

Dont you have the contact number of HCL in the laptop invoice itself? My Dell adaptor was gone and it was replaced within 36 hours.

[coolendra]

Whoa...!!...

Finally got my Dell XPS 1530

Configs are as follows...

# 2.0 GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, Santa Rosa chipset
# 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM
# 160GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD
# 15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) CCFL glossy screen
# "Crimson" red paint
# Slot-loading dual-layer DVD±RW drive
# NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3
# Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n (Intel 4965), Bluetooth option
# Integrated 2.0 megapixel webcam
# HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Firewire/1394, three USB 2.0 ports, integrated media reader (MS, SD, xD), fingerprint reader
# Media Center remote located in ExpressCard slot
# Windows Vista(R) Home Premium - with AERO experience
# Dell(TM) Travel Remote Control
# Noise Isolation Ear Buds
# External USB modem (WW)
# RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)
# McAfee(R) Security Center(TM) – 30 days trial
# Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module
# Intel(R) 4965AGN Wireless-N Mini-Card
# Palmrest with Fingerprint Reader
# 90W AC Adapter
# Dell Backpack
# 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
# 1-year XPS Premier Service with 1-year Complete Cover
# 1 Year Priority PC User 24x7 Support (Round-The-Clock Technical Assistance)

costed me around Rs.49000 ..

the only downside that i have seen in the awesome notebook is that the screen is a samsung ...so it is a bit grainy
am hoping to replace it with an LG one....
apart from it....this is a wild'n'wicked machine...

cant wait to play crysis nd stuff on it...
any suggestion for the screen replacement guys...??..

[tgpraveen]

@coolendra u r lucky as recently most probably just few days after u orddered ur lappy . dell india has increased prices on both xps 1330 and 1530 although the default config has been upgraded. it is very clear to see that overall the price they have increaded mostly due to the popularity that they have received on these xps models.

even some upgrades like 9 cell battery which was around 2000 back then has gone up to 8000 now.

[CHETAN MAJITHIA]

Whoa...!!...

Finally got my Dell XPS 1530

Configs are as follows...

# 2.0 GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, Santa Rosa chipset
# 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM
# 160GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD
# 15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) CCFL glossy screen
# "Crimson" red paint
# Slot-loading dual-layer DVD±RW drive
# NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3
# Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n (Intel 4965), Bluetooth option
# Integrated 2.0 megapixel webcam
# HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Firewire/1394, three USB 2.0 ports, integrated media reader (MS, SD, xD), fingerprint reader
# Media Center remote located in ExpressCard slot
# Windows Vista(R) Home Premium - with AERO experience
# Dell(TM) Travel Remote Control
# Noise Isolation Ear Buds
# External USB modem (WW)
# RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)
# McAfee(R) Security Center(TM) – 30 days trial
# Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module
# Intel(R) 4965AGN Wireless-N Mini-Card
# Palmrest with Fingerprint Reader
# 90W AC Adapter
# Dell Backpack
# 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
# 1-year XPS Premier Service with 1-year Complete Cover
# 1 Year Priority PC User 24x7 Support (Round-The-Clock Technical Assistance)

costed me around Rs.49000 ..

the only downside that i have seen in the awesome notebook is that the screen is a samsung ...so it is a bit grainy
am hoping to replace it with an LG one....
apart from it....this is a wild'n'wicked machine...

cant wait to play crysis nd stuff on it...
any suggestion for the screen replacement guys...??..


When did you place the order?.....How much discount did you get?

[aytus]

Whoa...!!...

Finally got my Dell XPS 1530

Configs are as follows...

# 2.0 GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 processor, Santa Rosa chipset
# 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM
# 160GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD
# 15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) CCFL glossy screen
# "Crimson" red paint
# Slot-loading dual-layer DVD±RW drive
# NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3
# Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n (Intel 4965), Bluetooth option
# Integrated 2.0 megapixel webcam
# HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Firewire/1394, three USB 2.0 ports, integrated media reader (MS, SD, xD), fingerprint reader
# Media Center remote located in ExpressCard slot
# Windows Vista(R) Home Premium - with AERO experience
# Dell(TM) Travel Remote Control
# Noise Isolation Ear Buds
# External USB modem (WW)
# RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)
# McAfee(R) Security Center(TM) – 30 days trial
# Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module
# Intel(R) 4965AGN Wireless-N Mini-Card
# Palmrest with Fingerprint Reader
# 90W AC Adapter
# Dell Backpack
# 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
# 1-year XPS Premier Service with 1-year Complete Cover
# 1 Year Priority PC User 24x7 Support (Round-The-Clock Technical Assistance)

costed me around Rs.49000 ..

the only downside that i have seen in the awesome notebook is that the screen is a samsung ...so it is a bit grainy
am hoping to replace it with an LG one....
apart from it....this is a wild'n'wicked machine...

cant wait to play crysis nd stuff on it...
any suggestion for the screen replacement guys...??..



hi .. im curious how did u get that price. .. did u get that with a coupon or jst the barganing .. also did u bought it from india??


and ru sure the graphics ram is DDR3??
i called cc and they told me it was DDR2

please conform

[aytus]

@coolendra u r lucky as recently most probably just few days after u orddered ur lappy . dell india has increased prices on both xps 1330 and 1530 although the default config has been upgraded. it is very clear to see that overall the price they have increaded mostly due to the popularity that they have received on these xps models.

even some upgrades like 9 cell battery which was around 2000 back then has gone up to 8000 now.

actually there was a fire in LG,s factory about 2-3 weeks ago which manufactured these battries for laptops .. accountion for approximatly 40percent of all battries .. so simple supply and demand game here.. source:techpowerup.com

[jatt]

I have HP compaq presario V2000 with 256MB RAM i want to install windows vista on it.so i need to upgrade its RAM.please suggest here for upgardes.
thanks in advance.

[coolendra]

@coolendra u r lucky as recently most probably just few days after u orddered ur lappy . dell india has increased prices on both xps 1330 and 1530 although the default config has been upgraded. it is very clear to see that overall the price they have increaded mostly due to the popularity that they have received on these xps models.

even some upgrades like 9 cell battery which was around 2000 back then has gone up to 8000 now.

ya i just checked that....indeed 9-cell costs a hell of a lot now....

When did you place the order?.....How much discount did you get?

i got the lappy through dell's EPP as my brother is working in Dell...[;)]..

hi .. im curious how did u get that price. .. did u get that with a coupon or jst the barganing .. also did u bought it from india??


and ru sure the graphics ram is DDR3??
i called cc and they told me it was DDR2

please conform

the 8600GT in the XPS 1530 is indeed a DDR3...(thats wat the BIOS is showing....[;)]...)

actually there was a fire in LG,s factory about 2-3 weeks ago which manufactured these battries for laptops .. accountion for approximatly 40percent of all battries .. so simple supply and demand game here.. source:techpowerup.com

Okz....that makes sense....dnt know bout the fire....

also mine's a freakin samsung screen...dint notice much grainyness in it though....but u could see it if a wallpaper has white backgroung....otherwise this beauty i a wicked one...cool to flaunt nd play...

[shyamno]

Can anyone give me some info about laptops within 50k budget...?? Its urgent..plz help me out...

[cyberpyrate]

i am thinking of going for xps m1530

i can either go for 4gb of ram(instead of 3 gb) or 160 gb high performance drive instead of 160 gb standard

which is the better option?

oh yeah oter specs : c2d 2.0 ghz 8600 m gt

machine will be used for gaming

[gopz]

I assume you will run 32bit vista? So its better to go in for the faster hard drive instead of 4gb RAM. Because it will make a difference for gaming.

[cyberpyrate]

default vista home premium

[gopz]

default vista home premium
Yeah, so that will be 32Bit. And it wont see more than ~3.2 GB RAM anyways, so its better off investing the money on a 7200RPM drive, instead of 4GB RAM.

[tusharlad]

Hi ! coolendra ,
yours is a nice configuration at very lucrative price.
me and most others are not fortunate like you to have benifites of EPP etc.

You have really the steal.

I M also going to place order for XPS 1530 within a week.
Please post your review of the system. it will be very helpful strengthening my decision. My configuration is going as high as 66000

[cyberpyrate]

Yeah, so that will be 32Bit. And it wont see more than ~3.2 GB RAM anyways, so its better off investing the money on a 7200RPM drive, instead of 4GB RAM.

thanks man ill do that

[roker89]

Can anyone give me some info about laptops within 50k budget...?? Its urgent..plz help me out...
in 50k u can have a decent lappy ....... u can go for dell inspiron or xps(52-53k) and config as per ur needs
u can also try compaq

[nikhildhanda]

Hey guys i want to buy XPS M1330 and with a high config which is turning out to be quite costly and the price listed on the site is

Rs. 69,000 /- incl of taxes nd delivery

My question is that ; the taxes are raising the cost by almost 10-12 K..

1. Is ther some way of getting this waived and are bargains possible with dell through phone??...

2. Also if anyone has bought an XPS and have managed a discount..can you plz tell me the number to contact and the sales guy who sold it to you?(may be he/she will giv enuff discnts )

3. Is it true that if we dont really need it delivered within 15 days then we can get further discounts??

4. Also if we tell them that we do not need the reciept..will the taxes be waived??..

5. Do you think a 10 - 15 % discount is possible??

6. If any1 can Provide me some discounts plz do respond ???...

Thanks..

Nikhil

[MetalheadGautham]

this is for a student:

can someone please give me a list of all sub 20k laptops in India, with specs and price ?(links welcome)

[MetalheadGautham]

bump... anybody ?

can you please give me a list of all sub 20k laptops alon with links to specs page and price ?
I need it urgently.

[Pathik]

Sub-20k EEE PC, HCL Mileap X, For 22k you can get a Acer 5315.
Wait for a month or two and you ll get the MSI Wind in 21k.

[gopz]

There was a Lenovo laptop on sale at SPAR supermarket in Bangalore for Rs.19,990. Celeron, 512MB RAM, 80GB HDD, DVDRW etc.

But the sale was just for 2 days, you might wanna check with them if they have any stocks left.

[MetalheadGautham]

There was a Lenovo laptop on sale at SPAR supermarket in Bangalore for Rs.19,990. Celeron, 512MB RAM, 80GB HDD, DVDRW etc.

But the sale was just for 2 days, you might wanna check with them if they have any stocks left.
talking about here back home, I remember an ad about a really good config laptop with 160 gb hdd, celeron D 420 or 540, dvd rw, etc for 17.5k on what I *think* was an NIIT advertisement.

I think I was on my way to somewhere near majestic, from near mekhri circle.

did anyone notice the same ?

[cpyder]

Me too looking for a new lappy. Visited Dell website. There are so many processors listed viz t5270, t5780 etc etc..

Can someone tell me or point me in right direction about these? I tried googling but that dint help much. Want to know so that I can make an informed decision and choose the right proccy w/o burning a hole in my pocket.

Dell Vostro 1200, seems to be ok for me. Seems to be a good value for money too.

[navrajyadav]

hi everyone,

i recently buy compaq f739 au laptop, i install xp on it. please any one provide me link for its drivers for xp. there is no sound, no lan cardetc

please help me

[aytus]

I have HP compaq presario V2000 with 256MB RAM i want to install windows vista on it.so i need to upgrade its RAM.please suggest here for upgardes.
thanks in advance.
go to youtube and im pretty much sure you will find some vids showcasing how to change ram in your lappy
Hey guys i want to buy XPS M1330 and with a high config which is turning out to be quite costly and the price listed on the site is

Rs. 69,000 /- incl of taxes nd delivery

My question is that ; the taxes are raising the cost by almost 10-12 K..

1. Is ther some way of getting this waived and are bargains possible with dell through phone??...

2. Also if anyone has bought an XPS and have managed a discount..can you plz tell me the number to contact and the sales guy who sold it to you?(may be he/she will giv enuff discnts )

3. Is it true that if we dont really need it delivered within 15 days then we can get further discounts??

4. Also if we tell them that we do not need the reciept..will the taxes be waived??..

5. Do you think a 10 - 15 % discount is possible??

6. If any1 can Provide me some discounts plz do respond ???...

Thanks..

Nikhil
i have heard people get discounts and freebies when striking a deal with dell.
though i am unsure of this but when i called dell for my xps order then they told me that the tax can be waived if you are ordering for home use only.. i dont know exactly what were they talking about though. some1 friend on notebookreview forums also had the same reply/ he told me its an option now.
I assume you will run 32bit vista? So its better to go in for the faster hard drive instead of 4gb RAM. Because it will make a difference for gaming.
actually.. yes the 32 bit version cant use more then 3.2GB but are u sure that it would be the case as the some IRQ is allocated to system ram equal to video ram present in gfx card and that ram is also useless.. plus there is some debate on the performance gains of 7200 rpm drives.. ppl say that the gains are very small as density plays a more important role in these hard drives .. in simple words u wont expect high performance gains on 7200rpm drives compared to 5400 drives if the capicity is excedding 200 gb..
Me too looking for a new lappy. Visited Dell website. There are so many processors listed viz t5270, t5780 etc etc..

Can someone tell me or point me in right direction about these? I tried googling but that dint help much. Want to know so that I can make an informed decision and choose the right proccy w/o burning a hole in my pocket.

Dell Vostro 1200, seems to be ok for me. Seems to be a good value for money too.

5xxx series is old now. they dont offer good performance 7250 is ok.. but these are based on 65nm dies ... the newer chipsets 8xxx and 9xxx are merom chipsets based on 45nm dies .. they consume lesser power .. and hav a bit higher cache.. i think 8300 is the sweet spot rit now.. go with it if u can.

[ss_in]

Hey hi... does ny1 know when HP will release their 15.4" penryn based laptops with better graphics n all?? like the dv6800 notebooks they have outside india?

[alexialexander]

Hola guys ! i am going to US on 28thMay and i will be staying there or 2 months . I am planning to buy a laptop there which is good for gaming and other puposes can you please suggest a good laptop to buy unde budget of Rs70000.Thanks!

[tusharlad]

At last I got my lappy DELL XPS 1530 yesterday

[coolendra]

Hola guys ! i am going to US on 28thMay and i will be staying there or 2 months . I am planning to buy a laptop there which is good for gaming and other puposes can you please suggest a good laptop to buy unde budget of Rs70000.Thanks!

hey .. lookout for a revvedup xps1530 wth high specification....or maybe a m1703 if u can upp the budget a bit..

At last I got my lappy DELL XPS 1530 yesterday

congrats dude....welcome to the club'de'XPS

wats the config u opted for ??..how much u paid for it nd wat all discounts (if applicable) did u get..??..

do share it wth us....

Cheers...!!..;)

Hey guys i want to buy XPS M1330 and with a high config which is turning out to be quite costly and the price listed on the site is

Rs. 69,000 /- incl of taxes nd delivery

My question is that ; the taxes are raising the cost by almost 10-12 K..

1. Is ther some way of getting this waived and are bargains possible with dell through phone??...

2. Also if anyone has bought an XPS and have managed a discount..can you plz tell me the number to contact and the sales guy who sold it to you?(may be he/she will giv enuff discnts )

3. Is it true that if we dont really need it delivered within 15 days then we can get further discounts??

4. Also if we tell them that we do not need the reciept..will the taxes be waived??..

5. Do you think a 10 - 15 % discount is possible??

6. If any1 can Provide me some discounts plz do respond ???...

Thanks..

Nikhil


hey....try and get hold of any one who works at Dell.....those guys get a hell a lot of discounts via the EPP...then all ur queries will be taken care of at one go..

my config costed 69,997.... i paid around 48-49k....so u can see the difference....

[sude is back]

i know there's a thread which asks to post all laptop queries...

but sorry i didnt post there intentionally, as i have great hurry and urgently get a laptop (within 10th of june 2008).

my specs are pretty simple..
a moderate processor,
160 or more spaced HDD.
1GB or more RAM
Bluetooth IF POSSIBLE.
graphics card NOT REQUIRED.

budget: rs.30000 /-

brands prefferd:
HP/Compaq
Dell
Acer.
or any other of ur choice..

plz help waiting fr replies...

-SUDE

[aytus]

^^ dell inspiron 1525.. got everything u need.. price near to 32k.. check site www.dell.co.in for details.. pretty much made for u..

[sonumittal]

which brand is better between sony and dell accordong to performance support and value for money........
my bedget is 40k
requirement
2ghz pro
2gb ram
160 hdd
15.4" tft

which brand is better between sony and dell accordong to performance support and value for money........
my bedget is 40k
requirement
2ghz pro
2gb ram
160 hdd
15.4" tft
suggest any particular model

[Pathik]

Dell 1525 with a t7250 and 3gb ram.

[sonumittal]

can we buy it from deals2buy.com ...
do they deliver it in india......
wats the use of dell coupons in nidia............

[rahulmig]

Dell Inspiron 1420
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.6 Ghz, 2GB RAM DDR2, 250GB Harddisk; Integrated Webcam 2.0 Mps
14.1" WXGA w/ truelife; Windows Vista Home Premium
Intel Media Accelarator X3100 Graphic Card dedicated
Internal 8X DVD+/- RW Combination Drive with dual layer write capabilities

1 Year Warranty By Dell ; Color Black

Rs 42,000 /- With Carry Case


For Bulk Deals( Min 10 Units) PM me for Price

Interested People can PM me if willing to Buy.
Shipping All Over India Rs 700/- Extra
Mumbai Delivery Free !!

[mayank.abhishek]

Hi,

I am looking for a laptop with the following configuration,

Processor: Intel Core2 duo >=1.5 Ghz
RAM: >=2 GB (shared OK)
HDD: >=160 GB
DVD R/W
Bluetooth/WiFi/LAN/Card Reader
Modem optional
Display: >=15.4 1280x768

Budget: <=Rs. 40000/-

As I am going to wipe the laptop and install ubuntu so I do not wish to pay for any OEM version of Windows pre installed.

I have found two laptops meeting the above needs, they are,
1. Acer Aspire 5920 Specs (http://www.acer.co.in/products/product_explore_view.asp?pid=89&model=Aspire%205920%20&cid=5)
2. Compaq Presario C773TU (KU771PA) Specs (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF25a/1090709-1116637-1123071-1123071-1123071-80243651.html)

Which one should I go for or are there any other suggestions? Please also consider the price factor.

[Pathik]

^ Dell 1525. ftw!

[gopz]

Go in for

2. Compaq Presario C773TU (KU771PA) Specs (http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en/ho/WF25a/1090709-1116637-1123071-1123071-1123071-80243651.html)

I am not sure if you can get a Dell laptop without any OS (Vostro maybe?) Check with the sales rep.

[mayank.abhishek]

^ Dell 1525. ftw!

Dell does not sell laptops without Windows in India, moreover price is out of my range.

Anyway, thanks for the quick reply.

[sude is back]

i know there's a thread which asks to post all laptop queries...

but sorry i didnt post there intentionally, as i have great hurry and urgently get a laptop (within 10th of june 2008).

my specs are pretty simple..
a moderate processor, NOT CELERON or SEMPRON..
120 or more spaced HDD.
1GB or more RAM
Bluetooth IF POSSIBLE.
graphics card NOT REQUIRED.

budget: rs.30000 /-

brands prefferd:
HP/Compaq
Acer.
or any other of ur choice..

plz help waiting fr replies...

-SUDE

this was my query some days back..
thanks everybody for ur support till now..

now i have decided on to brands, ACER and COMPAQ... Acer Aspire 4520 and Compaq Presario F700 series and C772TU ...
is anyone using this model/s. .. if so please reply..
YOUR COMMENTS WILL HELP ME MAKE A PROMPT DECISION..

any other model (according to u) which suits my budget (Rs.30000... lower would be favorable).

waiting

-sude

[sysfilez]

Pls suggest a laptop within 40,000/- all inclusive.
It sud have a integrated webcam and Wi Fi.

I am in a hurry to buy.

[Cyclone]

Compaq V3749AU - X2 Turion TL-60 2.0 ghz, 2GB Ram, Nvidia 7150 graphics (~700MB total), wireless, bluetooth, wifi, web-cam, 14.1" screen, etcetra, etcetra. 35k. Bought it last evening. Very neat.

[sysfilez]

^^ thanks.
will go thru the details on the net and finalize.
did u buy it from kol? if yes which shop?

[Cyclone]

Nope, vizag. Really good laptop, and don't listen to anything your dealer tells you about it being not popular or whatever (they probably get a bigger quota when they sell c2ds, i dunno), this laptop is good. Vista works fine, and I've just installed gutsy too. Some guy called Yash's posted a review on his blog, just google Yash V3749AU and you'll get it....

[kaustav_geek]

How are acer laptops in terms of build quality . How do they fare after few months of purchase ?
I'm planning to get the HP dv2762TX . Any ideas regarding the prices in the sub-urbs ?

[marvindrao]

M lookin for a laptop wid d following specs:-
Hard Drive Speed/Capacity 320GB SATA 5400RPM
Optical Drive 8X Super Multi LightScribe DL DVD+/-R/RW
Processor Speed 2.0GHz
Processor Type Intel Core 2 Duo T5750
RAM 4GB DDR2
Screen Size 15.4"
Web Cam in built.


Also should include 2 years global warranty..

Also one more doubt...
i hv a hp laptop wid preloaded vista....
i want to migrate over to xp....
bt hvin difficulties 2 gt xp drivers for my nvidia display adaptr...
on nvidia's forum i read ders no such official xp driver....
so ne of u guys out der, can u help me find official or unofficial xp driver for d same...
thanx in advanvce....

[gopz]

M lookin for a laptop wid d following specs:-
Hard Drive Speed/Capacity 320GB SATA 5400RPM
Optical Drive 8X Super Multi LightScribe DL DVD+/-R/RW
Processor Speed 2.0GHz
Processor Type Intel Core 2 Duo T5750
RAM 4GB DDR2
Screen Size 15.4"
Web Cam in built.


Also should include 2 years global warranty..

Also one more doubt...
i hv a hp laptop wid preloaded vista....
i want to migrate over to xp....
bt hvin difficulties 2 gt xp drivers for my nvidia display adaptr...
on nvidia's forum i read ders no such official xp driver....
so ne of u guys out der, can u help me find official or unofficial xp driver for d same...
thanx in advanvce....


You are asking for Dell XPS m1530 :-)

For your HP laptop, download drivers from here:

www.laptopvideo2go.com (http://www.laptopvideo2go.com)

[arijitraja]

Planning to buy a laptop within 35k .. searched and found this one nice..
HP-Pavilion dv6705AU
Price: Rs 36,000 (this will get lesser) .. any better price for this ?? (Am from Delhi)
Processor : Turion 64x2 TL60
It has everything.. like whats needed 2GB RAM, 160 SATA HDD etc..etc..
Just thinking about the Turion Processor. Anyone any experience on this ? or should i get a Intel Core 2 Duo model ?

Apart from this i liked the following models.
HP Pavillion 2601 TU
Acer-Aspire 5920N
Dell - Vostro 1400

Please suggest a good buy around 30 - 35 k..

[rhitwick]

Hi Guys,
My friend has HP DV6226TX. He has Vista installed it and wants to install XP. He is anxious about the drivers. Does he need to install diff. driver to run XP? How to get the drivers? Please help...........
Thanx

[choicefreedom2000]

this is a great thread and very helpful
though i m confusing about the different processor and its frequencies (speed) with different model like - Dell 1525 with a t7250 - but not which are other processors available in t7250 range and which are better ones compare to one another.
i m inclined with the graphics also so also want to know about the graphics card their
can anyone post here the latest processor from every brand with its speed and the model it comes with

can anybody say which is the best from this?
http://www.cpu-world.com/sspec/Core%202%20Duo.html

i want to buy laptop and budget is 30000 but i want the latest processor and latest graphics card in it and also the best RAM. so it can be compatible with all the softwares coming next

newbie (in hardware world) here...

[ssk_the_gr8]

Planning to buy a laptop within 35k .. searched and found this one nice..
HP-Pavilion dv6705AU
Price: Rs 36,000 (this will get lesser) .. any better price for this ?? (Am from Delhi)
Processor : Turion 64x2 TL60
It has everything.. like whats needed 2GB RAM, 160 SATA HDD etc..etc..
Just thinking about the Turion Processor. Anyone any experience on this ? or should i get a Intel Core 2 Duo model ?

..

have good experience with turions ... they do just fine.. just go & buy it.. u are getting a good deal ....
im also looking to buy something in same category but a little costlier 35k-45k & i am considering this model

Guys plz suggest some models for a budget of 35k-45k.. preferably HP.. may consider other brands
considering . HP-Pavilion dv6705AU cpu: turion x2 tl-60 , 2 gb ram, 160gb hdd.

what i want is

cpu- Core2duo or turion x2 or turion x2 ultra(id prefer to go with AMD)
ram- 2 gb
hdd- 160 gb

no fancy stuff like fingerprint etc. required nor a camera required

Plz suggest some models.

[kunaltech]

Hello Friends

one of my friends want to buy an LAPTOP and his budget is 30-35k.

his requirements are basic i.e for study and music

kindly suggest me the best Laptop and also the configuration.

looking forward to hear from you all ASAP.

Thanks in Advance
Kunal

[ssk_the_gr8]

this thread seems to be dead.. nobody replies for 3 days ??

[gary4gar]

My friend is buying a used lappy, please tell what should be the correct price for this machine.

Sony VAIO VGN-FE855E/H laptop
15.4" screen
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500
1 GB RAM
120 GB Hard Drive
DVD¿RW Drive
Vista Premium
Three USB 2.0, one FireWire, ExpressCard/34 slot, memory card reader (SD, XD, Memory Stick)
Tri-mode Wi-Fi LAN (802.11a/b/g), 10/100 Ethernet, Intel GMA 950 video card with up to 224 MB shared memory


Amazon.com: Sony VAIO VGN-FE855E/H 15.4" Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500, 1 GB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive, DVD¿RW Drive, Vista Premium): Computers & PC Hardware

condition: 1 month old
seller is asking Rs.36,000/-

Please tell me, what would be the fair price of this machine

Thanks

[gopz]

My friend is buying a used lappy, please tell what should be the correct price for this machine.

Sony VAIO VGN-FE855E/H laptop
15.4" screen
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500
1 GB RAM
120 GB Hard Drive
DVD¿RW Drive
Vista Premium
Three USB 2.0, one FireWire, ExpressCard/34 slot, memory card reader (SD, XD, Memory Stick)
Tri-mode Wi-Fi LAN (802.11a/b/g), 10/100 Ethernet, Intel GMA 950 video card with up to 224 MB shared memory


Amazon.com: Sony VAIO VGN-FE855E/H 15.4" Laptop (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500, 1 GB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive, DVD¿RW Drive, Vista Premium): Computers & PC Hardware

condition: 1 month old
seller is asking Rs.36,000/-

Please tell me, what would be the fair price of this machine

Thanks

if it is just one month old, reduce the depreciation of 20-25% of the purchase/current price of the laptop.

But...he can also consider a brand new Acer 4720 or HP pavilion machine with similar or better config for the same price (or lesser)

[gary4gar]

Thanks, he has decided against it.

buying a new machine is a better choice:D

[prabhatmohit]

How are Dell laptops as compared in HP n Acer and what about service and support?

[gary4gar]

Dell are good VFM machines.
Support is done on Phone & service at your house.
now dell has also opened its retail stores;)

[prabhatmohit]

Ok then what abt HP n Acer?

[choicefreedom2000]

is there any laptop that support additional display like mouse and keyboard
i know we can use UDB mouse and keyboard for faster usage but i want a big lCD screen attached to laptop for larger view
is there any?

[kunaltech]

ITS URGENT

Hello Friends

one of my friends want to buy an LAPTOP and his budget is 30-35k.

his requirements are basic i.e for study and music

kindly suggest me the best Laptop and also the configuration.

looking forward to hear from you all ASAP.

Thanks in Advance
Kunal

[gopz]

@kunaltech:

You can ask your friend to buy Acer 4720 which comes with Core 2 Duo, 2GB RAM, 250GB HDD, nVIDIA graphics etc. Might have to stretch the budget a bit (maybe by 2k)

[Pathik]

Or check out the Compaq v37xx series

[Shikhar]

Hi. Since I am joining IIT Roorkee Computer Science this year. I need a laptop with the following specs.

RAM > 1GB
HD >=160GB (7200rpm preferable) (or else 80GB)
Graphic card - supporting DirectX 9 features and with 256MB RAM (min)
Integrated Wifi
Bluetooth / Infrared
LAN ethernet port
USB port
Card reader
DVD writer
processor-best possible under the price constraint.
OS - Linux/DOS (to save cost)
if possible -slightly sturdy as I will be using it for gaming too.

I wish to know about AMD 64x2. What are the good processors available for laptops???
Is buyig a 64bit based processor any good as of now or nexr 4 years???
Sorry if I sound stupid , I have become 'outdated' with regards to computers during the 2 yrs of JEE prepn :)

Thanks in advance.

[sude is back]

@kunaltech and
@shikhar

u all can go for COMPAQ models (i suggest an entry model C783TU)
specs are:
RAM 512mb
HD 120GB
NO Graphic card Integrated
Integrated Wifi
NO Bluetooth / Infrared
LAN ethernet port
3 USB port
Card reader
DVD writer
processor T2370 DualCore Intel (1.73).
OS - FREEDOS (to save cost)

and its sturdy too..
Cost 28000 (@bangalore)
after upgrade to 1gb more RAM it costed me 28600

u cn go 4it/.

-SUDE

@shikhar u can consider dell lapps .. they r good and economical..

-SUDE

[kunaltech]

Thanks a lot friends for giving suggestion.

i will inform my friend regarding this

[nikhildhanda]

Hey guys,

jus ordered my new lappy, its a Dell XPS M1330...

the specs are as follows :

Intel C2D 9300 ie 2.5 ghz :D

Win Vista home (didn have a choice else would hav not ordered dis)

Midnight Blue Slim & Light WLED Display (imp part is da white led display unit)

2gb dual channel ddr2 (will buy another 2gb from outside whch turns out cheaper)

160 gb 7200 RPM

internal 8x dvd dual layer recorder

Nvidia 8400M GS 128mb gddr3

Intel 4965AGN nw card

Dell Bluetooth

etc etc etc

This unit cost me Rs 55k..

Man now im jus waitin ....nd waitin.....expected date of arrival is in a weeks tym :)

man its a torture to wait 4 ur comp isn it?!

[gopz]

Hey guys,

jus ordered my new lappy, its a Dell XPS M1330...

the specs are as follows :

Intel C2D 9300 ie 2.5 ghz :D

Win Vista home (didn have a choice else would hav not ordered dis)

Midnight Blue Slim & Light WLED Display (imp part is da white led display unit)

2gb dual channel ddr2 (will buy another 2gb from outside whch turns out cheaper)

160 gb 7200 RPM

internal 8x dvd dual layer recorder

Nvidia 8400M GS 128mb gddr3

Intel 4965AGN nw card

Dell Bluetooth

etc etc etc

This unit cost me Rs 55k..

Man now im jus waitin ....nd waitin.....expected date of arrival is in a weeks tym :)

man its a torture to wait 4 ur comp isn it?!

Its an awesome machine, check my thread too...I guess you bought it through EPP, someone told me that EPP has been stopped two days ago, is that true?

[IronManForever]

I first thought of HCL Mileap MV02 earlier as it was sexy, small, n cheap. but I could not expect much productivity out of it...

So now I am thinking to go for Hp TX1301AU. yeah that 12.1 inch from HP which is a tablet with biometrics and AMD platform... My max budget is around the price of the Tx1301AU... 50000+ (max to 60 k)...
THough I have narrowed down on one model, if there are decent offerings form other manufacturers, I might go for it..


My prime requirements are...

Decent Proccy ...( For office work, Internet, Music & Movies)
2 GB RAM
Decent Graphics ...(for Aero support and odd gaming sessions comprising 2-3 yr old games)
80 GB HDD ...(160 gb would be sweet spot)

Expresscard slot (for quick upgrades like wireless N card :) )

Bluetooth + Wifi ...(Infrared if available)
Webcam + Mic

Any kind of Biometrics would be a Plus...
And good warranty... ;)

Can you guys provide me a link for the products as well....


I couldn't locate HP Tx1301 In HP India's website... they are so poorly designed. :mad:

Anyways thanks..

[kumarmohit]

This one looks nice bt using its TS is a pain. It has an asshat touchsreen which would not respond until you actually punch in the damn thing!

[IronManForever]

^^personal experiences??? :D

[Shikhar]

Hi
I would like to know whether AMD turion x2 has any heating issue???
Thanks in advance.

[IronManForever]

Anybody who would like to answer my question?

Offtopic: This is what I HATE when threads are merged into a sticky..... now one would give a daMn to answer the questions..... Separate thread though may increase clutter will lead to quicker replies..

[Shikhar]

Mods- Just one suggestion - can we have a separate section on laptops like we have for QnA , Gamerz etc :)

[ssk_the_gr8]

Mods- Just one suggestion - can we have a separate section on laptops like we have for QnA , Gamerz etc :)

totally agree

Hi
I would like to know whether AMD turion x2 has any heating issue???
Thanks in advance.

no they dont have any heating issues

@ironmanforever
Hp TX1301AU .. the specs are gr8... i think u should go for it
& abt touvhscreen experience.. i dont have any so.. u better find some reviews..

[IronManForever]

Mods- Just one suggestion - can we have a separate section on laptops like we have for QnA , Gamerz etc :)

+1 Thats what even I would like. But it won't be allowed as they may feel it will increase the clutter. But i personally dont like the same thread for mobile phones and laptops. Just a view. :)

@ssk_the_gr8

thanks.. But I'd like someone to comment ontouchscreen as well. Thats what I wanna buy it for.

[Shikhar]

@ssk_the_gr8 Thanks.

I hope the mods consider creating a new section on laptops. Lets hope for the best guys. :)

[piyush_begi]

hi guys!
i want to buy a laptop, my budget is 20000-30000, tell me which configuration is best for me.
thanks

[gopz]

hi guys!
i want to buy a laptop, my budget is 20000-30000, tell me which configuration is best for me.
thanks

If you dont have any preference towards Brand names...then I suggest Acer 4520, nothin can beat it at 26k!!!

[Nimda]

Hi,

I'm planning to purchase a new notebook very soon. After a bit of research, I've decided to go for either a Vaio CR series notebook or a Dell Inspiron series. I plan to use Ubuntu on it mostly, so HP is out of question. And I will play games on it occasionally, so it'd be nice if the laptop had a graphics card.

I just wanted to know if there are any issues/hidden costs with the CR series or Inspiron.. and if you know of any better models, please let me know. My budget is 40-55k. Any help would be appreciated..

Thanx in advance.

[ssk_the_gr8]

@ssk_the_gr8

thanks.. But I'd like someone to comment ontouchscreen as well. Thats what I wanna buy it for.

the touchscreen works fine... just found out...
the only problem.. is that the standard battery is a 4-cell Li-on . it gives only 90-120 mins backup... so u better upgrade to a 6-cell Li-on
otherwise this tablet is a good buy..

[gopz]

Hi,

I'm planning to purchase a new notebook very soon. After a bit of research, I've decided to go for either a Vaio CR series notebook or a Dell Inspiron series. I plan to use Ubuntu on it mostly, so HP is out of question. And I will play games on it occasionally, so it'd be nice if the laptop had a graphics card.

I just wanted to know if there are any issues/hidden costs with the CR series or Inspiron.. and if you know of any better models, please let me know. My budget is 40-55k. Any help would be appreciated..

Thanx in advance.

Hi Nim(bu)da :-)

Take a look at Dell XPS, instead of Inspiron or VAIO CR. I am suggesting this because you want to play occassional games and also because your budget is upto 55k. You can even consider the Dell Studio but its just slightly cheaper than XPS and has a weaker graphics card.

[Nimda]

Thanx for replying.. and for the new name ;)

Dell XPS seems to go above 55k after taxes (am gonna purchase it from Delhi). I checked out the Dell Studio as well and it seems like a good buy. But I wanna know how Dell's service is. I mean I know that Sony service centers are out there in every small town. But Dell.. I'm not so sure (I'm studying in a not-so-big town in Kerala). Besides, Vaio seems to have a Radeon card too (X2300). How good is it compared to the 3450 that Dell Studio has?

[desiibond]

VGN-CR36G/B and other models in CR series with onboard ATI x2300 look good but one thing that's real bad in Sony laptops is the bloatware that comes with the laptop.

ATI mobility Radeon X2300 is nothing but renamed X1350. It's a directX 9 card.

Better go with Dell XPS with 8600M GT.

[Nimda]

Well the bloatware shouldn't be too much of a prob. since I plan to use Ubuntu. I checked out the performance figures for the X2300 vs 3450. Pretty huge difference. Vaio CR seems like a waste of money..

I heard bargaining is possible for Dell. Do the Sony guys reduce the price too? If I can get that CR for 50k, it'd be a steal. Also, how long would it take for a Dell lappy to get delivered from the time it's ordered? (Ordering from Delhi).

Thanx in advance.

[desiibond]

^^ they say upto two weeks.

My friend got it inside 7 days. Some people in this forum reported delivery inside 2 days and for some it took 2 weeks. :)

[k6153r]

It would be great if digit reviews all netbooks, once Dell's E is launched.

[azaad_shri75]

please suggest me decent notebook, my requirements are

c2d 2.4 gz 800fsb (or higher config)
3-4 gb ram 667 ( or higher speed)
200-300 gb hdd ( if higher speed less capacity will do)
256 mb dedicated gfx card
15.4" anti glare screen 1400x900 rsolution preferred
and other common features as card readers,usb ports, wifi, ethernet ports etc.

with or without os as I am not interested in vista may use sled or next version of windows,

budget --40k

requirement by year end or next year first quarter.

[gargtush]

my sis possess Dell Inspiron 630m lappy....

it has Y9943 battery ...nd on the battery its written that we can replace battery with Y9943 or C9551...nw i cant find where to order the battery...

the site mentioned on the battery to order battery http://www.dell.com/notebookbatteries does not comprise of India in Choose ur region option...

please help...!

[sumirjosan]

Hi,

I have a HP dv 2701tx laptop. Intel core2duo 1.66ghz.
I want to know can I upgrade my processor or motherboard?
If yes then where in India is it done?
Is it possible in Nehru Place, New Delhi?

[gopz]

Hi,

I have a HP dv 2701tx laptop. Intel core2duo 1.66ghz.
I want to know can I upgrade my processor or motherboard?
If yes then where in India is it done?
Is it possible in Nehru Place, New Delhi?

Its not an easy task to source the right motherboard and CPU. First of all, why would yo want to do this? There will be no noticeable performance difference.

Better sell the laptop and buy a new one, if you are looking for a GPU upgrade. Otherwise, this laptop is good enough, do not try to upgrade the CPU and motherboard and invest a lot of money on it!!!

[azaad_shri75]

please suggest me decent notebook, my requirements are

c2d 2.4 gz 800fsb (or higher config)
3-4 gb ram 667 ( or higher speed)
200-300 gb hdd ( if higher speed less capacity will do)
256 mb dedicated gfx card
15.4" anti glare screen 1400x900 rsolution preferred
and other common features as card readers,usb ports, wifi, ethernet ports etc.

with or without os as I am not interested in vista may use sled or next version of windows,

budget --40k

requirement by year end or next year first quarter.

no suggestions:(:confused::x

[gopz]

please suggest me decent notebook, my requirements are

c2d 2.4 gz 800fsb (or higher config)
3-4 gb ram 667 ( or higher speed)
200-300 gb hdd ( if higher speed less capacity will do)
256 mb dedicated gfx card
15.4" anti glare screen 1400x900 rsolution preferred
and other common features as card readers,usb ports, wifi, ethernet ports etc.

with or without os as I am not interested in vista may use sled or next version of windows,

budget --40k

requirement by year end or next year first quarter.

You want all this under 40k? Tough, IMO..probably only Acer can satisfy your requirements...but they dont have a 1440x900 15.4" screen :(

And you want it by year end or next year first quarter, dear friend, laptop (generally computer hardware) prices keep varying by each day, so I suggest you come back to this thread around a week before your purchase, and then we can help you.

[gargtush]

my sis possess Dell Inspiron 630m lappy....

it has Y9943 battery ...nd on the battery its written that we can replace battery with Y9943 or C9551...nw i cant find where to order the battery...

the site mentioned on the battery to order battery http://www.dell.com/notebookbatteries does not comprise of India in Choose ur region option...

please help...!

guys..pls help... need the battery coz of frequent power cuts in this torrid climate....

[gopz]

guys..pls help... need the battery coz of frequent power cuts in this torrid climate....

Call Dell on 1-800-425-4026 and ask them to transfer you to Bindu J (Spares dept)

She will help you place the order for the battery.

Alternatively, you can email bindu_j@dell.com

If they dont have stock, try ebay.com or your local computer market for a non-genuine one.

[gargtush]

Call Dell on 1-800-425-4026 and ask them to transfer you to Bindu J (Spares dept)

She will help you place the order for the battery.

Alternatively, you can email bindu_j@dell.com

If they dont have stock, try ebay.com or your local computer market for a non-genuine one.

Thanks a ton.....
i knew calling call center can solve the issue...bt the day i posted was sat .....

n costomer care operates only MON to FRI... 9 to 6..

definitely call today..n place the order..

[joey_182]

HI,
i have a query for my dell inspiron
i m using this for years but nw HDD is giving me problems and it is almosT gone.
rather going for jusT new HDD i want to buy new one. but dont know what shd i do with thiS one.i can go for dell new series but i want to asK that does dell provide any exchange for old laptop's or something like this..i didnt found any but if does then plz tell me how ?

[gopz]

HI,
i have a query for my dell inspiron
i m using this for years but nw HDD is giving me problems and it is almosT gone.
rather going for jusT new HDD i want to buy new one. but dont know what shd i do with thiS one.i can go for dell new series but i want to asK that does dell provide any exchange for old laptop's or something like this..i didnt found any but if does then plz tell me how ?

Well Dell does not provide any exchange offers as far as I know. But you can go to the retailers who sell Dell, they will exchange it, but be aware that they will pay you peanuts.

I suggest that you can post the specs here in the bazaar section, maybe someone will buy it for a reasonable price.

[MetalheadGautham]

I have a small doubt:

In Dell laptops in India, is it possible to refuse to buy windows vista premium with it ? I heard of several instances where people recorded footage of the process of purging the windows install and returning the install disc and asking for a refund. Also, whats the cost of Windows Vista Premium OEM which Dell would return ? I heard they sometimes return only peanuts back to us.

[gargtush]

I have been playing around with the Dell Inspiron 630m of my sis..:D

I installed the Ubuntu 8.04 LTS bundled with Digit and made it to dual boot with Windows XP Home Edition.

But, the problem now i encountered is the lappy does not boot in one attempt.
i.e, after the Dell logo comes, the screen remains blank and, only a single cursor keeps blinking. Waiting doesn't yield a result. :confused:

Then I need to forcibly shut down the lappy with power button. And the next time it works properly.

Although I encountered the same problem before installing Ubuntu but now it has become a regular problem.:x

[zeekftw]

heylo
i bought this hp dv6000 series
it has windows XP homepre 2 gb ram AMD 64Turion and NVIDIA 7150 gs
i turned off vsync and all other possible option ran cs and it ws working perfectly on 100fps on 640 reso
frm nxt day m gettin 65 66 fps max on 640 in cs :(
wat could be the prob plz help

[ankushkool]

i wanted a laptop 4 home use and casual gaming for under 50k, i saw vostro 1710 with 2gb ram, c2d 2.0, 160 gb hdd 7200 rpm and 256mb 8600M gs for 49k.
but the only problem is that it does not have a option of glossy screen, only anti glare screen. will it be good for movies and games???

[ankushkool]

no post in 24 hrs :O
whts going on???

[abhagat2]

Thanks for managing such a great thread....I was quite helpful for me to decide right hardware for my Lappy...

Today I have ordered Dell Inspiron 1420 with following configuration:

-Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T5750 2.0 GHz, 2MB Cache, 667 MHz FSB
-Genuine Windows Vista(R) Business 32 bit SP1 Edit (English)
-14.1” Widescreen WXGA (1280x800) Display with True Life(TM)
-Jet Black Color with Matte Finish and Integrated 2MP Webcam
-3GB (1 X 2 GB + 1 X 1 GB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR 2 SDRAM
-250GB SATA Hard Drive
-Internal 8X DVD+/-RW Combination Drive with dual 1layer write capabilities
-NVIDIA(R) GeForce(TM) 8400M GS with 128MB GDDR3 d
-Dell(TM) Wireless 1395 802.11g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card
-Integrated Stereo Sound
-Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module
-6-cell 56Whr Lithium Ion Primary Battery
-Dell Small Nylon Case
-90W AC Adapter
-8-in-1 media card reader

I will be paying Rs. 46571 /- for this.......

How do you think this deal is?

There is one more query from my side here, I stay at Navi Mumbai and unlike mumbai we face a lot of voltage fluctuations here(I had UPS before but it burned 4 months back). Thats what the reason my desktop PC gone waste recently.....
Now will my Laptop is gonna suffer the same fate......or AC adapter will protect my Lappy or does it absolutely mandatory for me to get a UPS for my Lappy too....

[azaad_shri75]

get a volatage regulator and spike buster that would be sufficient.

[ksrao_74]

Brands Interested in:
Dell, HP, Lenovo, Sony

Requirements:
Shud cost less than Rs.90,000
Good Battery Life(at least 3-4 hrs)
Good Wireless Connectivity
At least 2 GB RAM
At least 100GB HDD
Weight shud be below 2.5 Kgs
Display 14" Widescreen

As of now I have two models in mind.
1.Thinkpad T61 - 14" Widescreen
2.HP Compaq 6910p - 14.1"

Main purpose is basic computing( MS Office), surfing internet and watching movies( which is why Im looking at widescreen display). Guys your thots on the above two models and your suggestions!!!!!

[desiibond]

Dude. T61 is really really big headache. There are copule of T61 owners in my company and all them are reporting various issues like display issues and network issues.

Since you have a budget upto 90k, go for Sony or Dell. They are light and are sexy and feature rich. If you are a gamer, get Dell XPS 1530.

I would pick this one: http://www.sony.co.in/product/vgn-sr13gn

Core™2 Duo Processor P8400 (2.26 GHz) with 1066MHz FSB
2Gb DDR2 RAM
HD3470 onboard (directX 10 card)
250Gb HDD
13.3 (33.8 cm) wide (WXGA: 1280 x 800) TFT colour LED display (Clear Bright LCD: White LED)
cardreader, wifi, bluetooth, inbuilt 1280x1024 resolution camera

Less than 2kg weight
windows Vista Business SP1 preinstalled
optional Windows XP disc included.
Price : 75k.


option 2:

Dell XPS M1530

Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T9300 2.5GHz 800MHz FSB
Genuine Windows Vista(R) Home Premium 32 bit SP1 Edition (English)
15.4" Widescreen WXGA+ (1440x900) TFT Display with TrueLife(TM)
4GB ( 2 X 2048MB ) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
320GB SATA Hard Drive
256MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) 8600M GT
Integrated Sound Blaster Audigy ADVANCED HD Audio Software
TV Tuner Card (ExpressCard)
wifi, bluetooth
1 ExpressCard Slot
Dell(TM) Travel Remote Control
Price : 78k including tax.
weight will be around 3kg and not more than that but is an extremely powerful laptop.

[dreamcatcher]

Dell Inspiron M1530

Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T9300 2.5GHz 800MHz FSB
Genuine Windows Vista(R) Home Premium 32 bit SP1 Edition (English)
15.4" Widescreen WXGA+ (1440x900) TFT Display with TrueLife(TM)
4GB ( 2 X 2048MB ) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
320GB SATA Hard Drive
256MB NVIDIA(R) GeForce(R) 8600M GT
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