All laptop related queries here!!!

[nphanindra]

Originally Posted by infra_red_dude

4:20 hours?? wow!!! thats a hell lot of backup!! me has a p4 2.8ghz, 15.1" xga and normal stuff and my battery backup has been never more than 1.5 hours!!!!

P 4 sucks..... almost outdated......use Pentium or AMD turion mobile tech for notebooks.

Originally Posted by Aniruddh

4:20 hour of battery backup?huh thats awesome.by the way for how much did u get tht laptop?and can u give the detailed configuration plzzz.

dude see the link for detailed config.....ya it was 4hr20mins while running M$powerpoint and winamp. Lappyz cost was 47900 precisely

[infra_red_dude]

nah dude, P4 doesn't suck...it may be a battery hogger but the performace i get...me pretty satisfied...gives me an overall FSB of 533mhz.

[nphanindra]

Originally Posted by infra_red_dude

nah dude, P4 doesn't suck...it may be a battery hogger but the performace i get...me pretty satisfied...gives me an overall FSB of 533mhz.

Good for you......if u want performance better get a top-end desktop for the same price instead of a lappy.
Donno the weight of ur lappy, but it shudnt be a burden to carry

[goobimama]

I got 5 hours and 38 minutes on my iBook G4...During which I played a DVD and also worked on Apple iWorkages....

[AGENT_SMITH]

Lappy prices in Mumbai
www.braintoneinfo.com

[gdatuk]

guys i have a advent laptop which i got from uk.
its a Pentium M processor 1.6gig
15 inch
256 ddr
60 gigi hdd
dvd rw
wifi....usb..ieee...ir...and many such regular featuers
i have attacehd usb mouse and keyboard at my home for comfort

now..i use to play winamp in it for hours
and sometimes even watch movies
but for otherwise i work in my lappie from morn 9 to night 9
it is on for almost 15 hours a day
will it affect my hard disk?
or if i play from dvd mp3..will if affect the life of dvd drive..??

i regularly discharge and recharge

[super_ferrari]

I have a budget of around 60,000 so plz recommend a good laptop and I am going to purchase it in Pune. Preferrably Acer.

I am considering this one:

Acer TM4601 NWLCi

ntel ® Centrino® 1.60
256 MB DDR Ram
60 GB Hard Disk
15.4� TFT
Ati Radeon Graphic card 64 MB
DVD Multi Burner
Lan + Modem
Wi-Fi
Infra Red /BlueTooth
Os Linux
Stereo Speakers
1 Yr Warranty
Weight 2.7 kg
Battery : 2.5 Hrs

or what about this:

Dell Inspiron 6000

Intel Centrino® M 1.6
512 MB DDR2 SDRam
60 GB Hard Disk
15.4" SXGA
Ati Radeon 64 mb Graphic Card
DVD Writer
Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
Win XP Home
1 yr Warranty
Weight : 2.36 kg
Battery : 3.0 Hrs

thank you

Regards.

[goobimama]

@gatuk: the pentium M laptops are very efficient at controlling heat and other such issues related to leaving the laptop on for long hours. Also, the batteries are not affected by frequent discharging and recharging.

Many vendors recommend that you turn off your laptop only if for long hours. otherwise, sleep mode is the best.

If you are worried about dvd drive life, then use a software which copies files to your hdd and then reads them (there are some which do this in real time, I don't know the name).

[goobimama]

@super: don't go in for the acer. The dell is a much superior brand when it comes to laptops. The build quality is not so good of the acer (at least the one I saw).

before i get flamed, sorry for the double post.

[sumitava_b]

Originally Posted by super_ferrari

Dell Inspiron 6000

Intel Centrino® M 1.6
512 MB DDR2 SDRam
60 GB Hard Disk
15.4" SXGA
Ati Radeon 64 mb Graphic Card
DVD Writer
Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
Win XP Home
1 yr Warranty
Weight : 2.36 kg
Battery : 3.0 Hrs

thank you

Regards.

@super_ferrari: I doubt that the above config u will get at 60K. The default config of Inspi6000 is having far less features that u have mentioned and it is already tagged at 53K which is before VAT. After adding VAT and delivery charges it will cross 55K.

And here u r asking for an extra graphic card, DVD writer and bluetoth, at least. Personally I owned a inspi6000 too and it has a slightly better config than urs. Apart from urs, I got 80 GB HDD, 128 MB graphics card, leather bag etc. It cost me around 80K including all four months back. Things have changed a lot after that. But no so to touch 60K, I think. Just check ur source.

Anyway, for suggestion, inspi6000 is the best deal that u can get at not-so-high budget. I am very happy with its built and performance. And believe me its look will make others envy

[super_ferrari]

this is my source. Since i will buy it in Pune it will be slightly less than mumbai price.

http://www.braintoneinfo.com/dell.html

Is there any other good laptop around 60K u know about.

anyways thanks for the input.

Regards.

[sumitava_b]

@super_ferrari: I doubt about the reliability of the info provided on that site. First thing, Dell sells through direct selling. No dealer or thirs party can not quote their price, particularly for the upgradations on the basic model which they mention only in the quotation. And I dont think that site has any kinda link with Dell.

Secondly, there are serious flaws in the informations on the very page that u have posted. There is no model called Inspiron510 and Inspiron 700M. Indeed, there is a model called Inspi710M which does not match with the details given for 700M. It is showing the price of Inspi9300 comparable with others. That is hilarious!! :roll: Why anyone then won't go for it when it is giving a dream config?? Its basic price before VAT quoted by Dell is 75K. Visit http://www1.ap.dell.com/content/prod...=in&l=en&s=bsd

And among other flaws, the most amazing is that that site is mentioning DVD writer with every system except 9300. In fact, it is other way around if you consider the basic config. So my earnest request is that please refrain from using that site, at least for Dell sonfig. I havnt checked for other brands. If you need to know about Dell models visit their site and ask for a quotation.

Adios
Sumit

[anku207]

Hi,
i hope you guys can help me out. i am looking for a low
priced, value for money laptop. i need it for
presentations and research. i have to go through
multimedia cds and have access to the net daily, if
not constantly. compatibility and connectivity ( net,
MFD printers, projectors, old n near future computers
etc) is important than anything else but the one thing
i need the most from the laptop is reliability.
my budget is only 35 thousand rupees. i was
thinking of a well cooled laptop with a decent DDR2
memory and shock resistant SATA2 HDD with RAID and
good data buffer, and USB 2.0 and IEEE1394. but i
can't find an address for an authorised dealer in
bangalore (wholesale distributor?) with whom i can get
the best bargain.
my plan is to buy a wireless network combo
card adapter and a laptop cooler seperately. i would
be greatful for your advice.
Thanks

[invisiblerohit]

hi people,

i went through most of the posts, basically to check if there is anything about apple laptops. But i cud find none.

The reason being that I am buying an apple ibook g4 12.1". Cud any1 tell me any demerits of the same(if any).

the only one i cud c ffrom my point of view is that its just that its 12.1"(but that y v call them laptops)

thanx 'n' regards,

[Siriusblack]

hi, i'm from MIT manipal . I'm deperately looking for a lappy around Rs.50000 which would be used extensively on gaming. Can u suggest any . Also can u tell if it will run the new games as FEAR and Quake4 ??
and what is actually INTEL GMA 900. Is it Directx 9.0c compliant. Come on Guys. Pls Help!!!!!!!

[plasmafire]

Hi guys.. i want to buy a lappy that weighs abt 1.5-1.8 kg, uses centrino,has a DVD burner and looks sexy.
budget abt 50k(will do?)..
can u guys suggest a few models? not acer plz

[esumitkumar]

How about Dell 630m plasmafire...check the Dell India Site It costs about 45800

[plasmafire]

but the 630M chassis alone is 2.4 kg .. i dont need the 13.1 normal screen too.. a 12 widescreen is enuff for me..
the price comes to

N540215 - Dell Inspiron(TM) 630M Intel(R) Pentium(R)M 735/750 Notebook
1 49,840.00 49,840.00

but i dont need bloody windows on my lappy..grrr

[dragonlord]

Hi folks,
I'm planning to go in for a lappy in a month and just started searching today.
Here's my requirements.

1. Vista Compatibility(Support for WDDM).
2. 512MB Ram(upgradeable)
3. Briteview / Ultrasharp or whatever they call the BETTER screens (size no
matter)
4. Budget Approx 50k.

Maybe the cheap lappies with a GFX card (bare minimum to support vista).


Pointers plz guys......... :roll:

[merawalaid]

dragonlord,
I don't think u'll find a notebooks with a good graphics card eg (ATI Radeon/ GeForce Go) in a budget around 50k IN INDIA. Especially not with new processors like Centrino dual core.
if your budget is about 60-65K, and then you may have a few choices.
You could try this one
Acer TM4602 NWLCi
Intel Centrino 1.73 Ghz, 256 MB DDR Ram, 60 GB Hard Disk,15.4" TFT,Ati Radeon Graphic card 64 MB
DVD Writer ,Lan + Modem etc
cost Rs 53,000
upgurade to 512MB ram +4500
+ tax+handelling +carry bag etc.
Total : Aprox 60K
info:http://www.braintoneinfo.com/acer.html

[merawalaid]

Has anyone bought a DELL laptop in india from the site www.dell.co.in ?
What are the hidden cost/taxes etc. Do they accept online payment from ICICI bank?

[esumitkumar]

Hi Can any one tell me lappy with this combination :
Intel 945 GM chipset + A good deecnt grafix card

I was seeing Dell HK site It has Intel 945 + Nvidia Geforce GO 7800 256 MB Price : 15134 HK $
but it is too high acc to my budget... can somebody suggest Intel 945 GM chipset + A good deecnt grafix card

Thanks

[naveenpoddar]

I am planning to buy a lappy around 60k

I found numerous models from IBM DeLL and HP which suits my needs

I just want to ask a question about the proccessor .

With this budget i am able to get

Firstly Intel Centrino 750 ie Pentium (M) 1.83 Mhz (533 Mhz) which is the most common processor that is available with all the leading brands

Secondly i came across AMD Turion 1.6 GHz which i found available with HP notebook

Finally the latest & most powerful processor
Intel Centrino Duo 1.6 Ghz (677 Mhz)

But the think is that the CPU speed is varying in all these type of processor. better the processor lesser CPU Speed but higher BUS Speed

Please tell me what do you consider the best among them and why.

[knight_ad]

hey guys im plannin on getting a laptop 4 myself i dont have a gr8 budget its around 35k my requirements aren't for gaming they r for office apps and a bit of multimedia fun , so which laptop would u guys recommend? also would there be a major diff in the performance in a celeron 370(I.6 G) mobile processor if i upgrade the ram to say 512 or 1g ? will the performance be comparative to a centrino processor with about 256 of ram.....

[krish]

Hi,

Which of these two will you recommend:

Acer Aspire 3003NWLMi
AMD Sempron 3000+ Processor (1.8GHz) / 256 MB DDR333 RAM / 60 GB / DVD Dual drive/ 15.4" WXGA CrystalBrite TFT screen w/ 1280 x 800 resolution / LAN / 56K Fax/Modem/ 802.11b/g wireless LAN/ 8-cell Battery/ 3 USB Ports/Linux/ 1 year standard ITW (incl. Battery)

http://www.acer.co.in/products/noteb...spire3003.html

OR

Compaq Presario M2512 AU
AMD SEMPRON 3000+ @ 1.8GHz / ATI Radeon XPRESS 200 Chipset / 256MB DDR SDRAM / 40GB HDD Ultra DMA / 24X CDRW-DVD Combo Drive / 15" XGA TFT Display / ATI RADEON XPRESS 200M PCI Express Graphics / Up to 64MB Shared Memory / Altec Lansing Stereo Speakers / 56K Modem / NIC / Integrated Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g / LiIon Battery / TouchPad / S-Video TV Out / 2 USB 2.0 / FreeDOS

http://cgi.ebay.in/Rs-34990-ONLY-FOR...QQcmdZViewItem
(Use the above link only for specifications, can't get it on compaq website)

And remember there is a big difference in their chipsets. Acer has got SIS whereas Compaq got ATI.

Please revert soon. Thanks.

Krish

[krish]

Anybody.......??????

[esumitkumar]

Whats ur budget and requirement ? Like I will use my lappi for gaming and multimedia so grafix card is a must for me....

Tell ur budget and use of lappi then i will look for it..

In above choices I would select Compaq obviously because of ATI

[krish]

See right now, price budget is a big consideration. So I want to get the best available in a budget of 35-40 K.

Mine will be used for gaming, applications like Oracle etc, and for the entertainment purpose. I know that for gaming, this is very less budget but can't help it. That's why I wan't the best in this budget.

Compaq appeals more to me too. But will storage be a constarint? As ACER has got DVD writer + 60 GB HDD and compared to compaq which got Combo + 40 GB......

What say esumitkumar ??

[mervyn]

hi guys, im new to this forum and i will b in india only till the 12 th may.i have just boughta sony vaio and i wanna sell my compaq v2306 ap It has an intel centrino, with 60GB hdd and a optical DVD WRITER.
the detiled specs are such:
intel centrino 740
Windows XP Home
512MB (1 x 512MB) DDR SDRAM
60GB HDD
Dual Layer DVD?RW/?R with Sonic software loaded.
Intel? Graphics Media Accelerator 900
High speed 56K modem
Integrated 10/100 LAN Ethernet, Intel? Pro/Wireless 2200 802.11b/g integrated wireless LAN
6-cell Lithium-Ion battery
14" colour TFT WXGA High-definition BrightView 15:9 Widescreen
(1) 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader slot, (1) IEEE 1394 port, (1) S-video port, (1) VGA port, (1) Port Replicator connector, (1) Headphone, (1) External Microphone, (1) AC power connector, (1) RJ-11, (1) RJ-45, (3) USB 2.0 ports
(1) Type I/II PC Card Slot with support for 16-bit PCMCIA and 32-bit Cardbus
Altec Lansing branded speakers, AC97 audio
With I TUNES , MS OFFICE

Available in Mumbai
call 9969312870 only till 12 th may06.

[grinning_devil]

wud have loved to look @ ur lappy and give u the best price for it...been looking for one for a long time..bt iam in delhi...!!

someone pls suggest a good lappy in 40k range...!! no gaming nd all..my desktop is sufficient for that..ofice applications and entertainment..