Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Do You Go Everywhere With Your Laptop?
I do. It’s overtaking my cell phone as I can go online and message my friends for free with my laptop, instead of spending credits for doing so. Researches show that many people nowadays are taking laptops with them even on vacation so that they can stay connected wherever they are.According to a source, one ...
Looking for a Laptop Bag?
If you have just spent your hard earned money on a new laptop, you want to make sure that it is protected as you travel around. Over on CNET they have produced a list of their favorite laptop bags; here is a summary: Vaja Messenger Slim Laptop CaseThis case is designed specifically for the 13? and 15? MacBooks and is a high-quality hand-made leather case, with over 50 color combinations. The bag measures 15 inches long by 11 inches wide by 2.5 inches deep. The main compartment is has a durable fabric, a front flap hangs over this, with no buttons, zippers, or clasps. The main compartment is not that spacious and with your MacBook inside, there's little room anything else. There are however, additional pockets under the front flap and on the rear of the case for papers, magazines, or MacBook accessories. Bottom line from CNET ?Despite the space limitations, high price, and MacBook-only design, the Vaja Messenger Slim is the nicest laptop case we've seen to date, and it generated mo...
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If you have just spent your hard earned money on a new laptop, you want to make sure that it is protected as you travel around. Over on CNET they have produced a list of their favorite laptop bags; here is a summary: Vaja Messenger Slim Laptop CaseThis case is designed specifically for the 13? and 15? MacBooks and is a high-quality hand-made leather case, with over 50 color combinations. The bag measures 15 inches long by 11 inches wide by 2.5 inches deep. The main compartment is has a durable fabric, a front flap hangs over this, with no buttons, zippers, or clasps. The main compartment is not that spacious and with your MacBook inside, there's little room anything else. There are however, additional pockets under the front flap and on the rear of the case for papers, magazines, or MacBook accessories. Bottom line from CNET ?Despite the space limitations, high price, and MacBook-only design, the Vaja Messenger Slim is the nicest laptop case we've seen to date, and it generated mo...
Laptop ultraportable VIA NanoBook
Laptop ultraportable VIA NanoBook (05/Jun/2007) Trabaja con Windows XP o Vista, procesador 1.2GHz, 1GB RAM, 30GB disco duro, pantalla WVGA, 800x480 puntos, de 7", Wi-Fi 802.11g, Bluetooth.
Laptop ultraportable Asus Eee PC 701
Laptop ultraportable Asus Eee PC 701 (05/Jun/2007) Diseñado para navegar en Internet, cuenta con pantalla de 7", 512MB RAM, disco flash de 4, 8 ó 16GB, Wi-Fi, 802.11b/g.
Intel Debuts 3 Series Chipset, Announces Extreme Laptop CPU
VIA makes things smaller, but Intel makes them more badass. Announcing its Intel 3 Series Chipsets today, DDR3 RAM and PCI Express 2.0 are now a reality for ATX system builders. Yes, yes, it’s not very romantic, but with a 1.33 GHz memory bus and a “Turbo Memory” feature designed to speed boot times, the ...
Intel presentará competencia en laptop para estudiantes
Consiguió un socio para fabricar una notebook de bajo costo destinada a los alumnos de pocos recursos de varios países. Costará u$s200, es decir, sólo u$s25 más que la de la organización OLPC El mayor fabricante de microprocesadores se asoció el fabricante más importante de placas base, Asustek Computer, para desarrollar un dispositivo portátil para estudiantes ...
Intel y Asustek anuncian Laptop con valor de 200 dólares
Intel acaba de anunciar junto al fabricante de motherboards Asustek el desarrollo de una notebook que podría venderse a tan sólo 200 dólares, apuntada a los mercados educativos de los países considerados en vías de desarrollo. En el marco de la megaferia Computex Taipei, Sean Maloney, vicepresidente ejecutivo y general manager del grupo de Ventas ...
Intel targets developing world with basic laptop for children - Times Onlin
Scientific AmericanIntel targets developing world with basic laptop for childrenTimes Online, UK - 3 hours agoIntel, the world?s largest chip-maker, is planning to mass market a $199 (£99.70) notebook computer. It has teamed up with Asustek Computer, the Taiwanese ...Mobility to Reign at World's No. 2 Computer Show eWeekIntel, Asustek announce plans for low-cost laptop Washington PostIntel, Asustek announce plans for low-cost laptop Reuters.ukSeattle Post Intelligencer - NEWS.com.auall 91 news articles
Free Laptop Scams - Beware
The other day I received an email from my sister who in turn received the email from a co-worker. The email offered a free laptop to anyone who sent the email to eight others. Not only was this a scam, but it was an insult to those who received it. It’s the classic something for ...
Laptop Rentals From Innovative Technology
Most of company still don’t want to invest a laptop for their corporate training, conventions, trade shows or events. It can be acceptance in my mind because if their production is not about technology for example handicraft, it’s not important to buy a new laptop. But now the company can rent laptop for their ...
Toshiba?s Portege R500 Ultraportable Laptop
Bearing a resemblance like that of the Intel Metro Prototype, Toshiba’s new ultraportable laptop - the Portege R500 - weighs only approximately 2.4 pounds and is only 0.77 inch thick. Compared to the Metro’s 2.25 lb ad 0.7 inch thickness, Toshiba seems to be catching on to the slim ultraportable look quickly. It sports the ...
Intel desarrolla laptop para estudiantes
El mayor fabricante de microprocesadores se asoció el fabricante más importante de placas base, Asustek Computer, para desarrollar un dispositivo portátil para estudiantes de países en desarrollo. Por su precio (u$s200) se espera que compita con el proyecto One Laptop per Child (OLPC, Una Laptop por Niño), indica la agencia de noticias Reuters. El equipo que ...
asonic Toughbook CF-52 Laptop
Late last month, Panasonic announced two new laptops based on the new Santa Rosa / Centrino Pro notebook PC Platform. One of them is rugged Toughbook CF-52 series. Lucky for you, the company has just...
NEC LaVie G Hello Kitty Laptop
NEC recently announced its new notebook which collaborate with Sanrio Company, the LaVie G Hello Kitty. This 15.4-inch WXGA display (resolution 1280 x 800) boasting AMD Sempron 3400+ (1.6 GHz) processor, 1 GB DDR2 667 MHz of RAM, 100 GB (5400rpm) SATA hard drive, Radeon Mobility Xpress 1100 graphics engine, dual-layer DVD burner, a card ...
MSI Luxium, Video externo para tu Laptop
Ya hace un tiempo atrás te contábamos sobre el Magma ExpressBox y el ASUS XG Station, que son al parecer las dos únicas opciones en este rubro, ahora se suma MSI con la Luxium. La Luxium es uno más de los tantos anuncios que se han hecho en la Computex y si no me crees ve ...
Mobilis: Polishop poderá vender laptop com Linux por R$340,00
Mobilis: Polishop poderá vender laptop com Linux por R$340,00 BR-Linux.org A Polishop irá comercializar o Mobilis da Encore do Brasil a partir de 1o de julho por algo em torno de R$ 340,00! Estou confirmando (mais uma vez) tudo com o representante da Encore Indiana no Brasil, mas ainda não deu tempo dele retornar meus ...
VIA NanoBook Ultra Portable Laptop
VIA NanoBook Ultra Portable Laptop: "We have seen the Asus Eee PC ultra portable device earlier, actually VIA shows a similar product, which is called the NanoBook.As the name implies, VIA NanoBook is really small. The device is powered by a VIA 1.2GHz C7-M processor, up to 1GB of RAM, a 30GB hard drive. It has a 7-inch WVGA LCD display, WiFi 802.11g, Bluetooth and even DVI-Out interface. It runs the Windows XP.There is a expansion slot next to the screen, where you can plug in optional GPS, HSDPA modules. The NanoBook weighs less than 850g.PS. In Taiwan, the device is branded as iDot CE261.(Via iTech News Net.)
ASUS LANÇA LAPTOP DE MADEIRA
A Asus apresentou sua série de laptops feito de madeira durante Computex Taipei 2007. A companhia exibiu um laptop feito de pele no ano passado no mesmo lugar. Dizem que a Asus ainda não pensa em comercializá-lo.
Tips For Optimal Laptop Power and Functionality
Are you sick and tired of your notebooks battery cutting out on you when you need it most?Are you always buying new batteries because your old ones aren't lasting as long as they should be?If either of these questions apply to you, then read on.In this article I will discuss some of the things you can do to conserve your batteries power so that your laptop runs longer. I will also discuss some easy things you can do to ensure that your battery gets the long life it deserves.First, let's cover some of the things you can do immediately to cut the amount of power your laptop is sucking from the battery.Remove all cards from your notebooks slots when you are not using them. Believe it or not, some of these cards will suck power even when not being used!- If your laptop has a power management function, use it.Things like lowering the brightness of your screen and turning off the screen saver can also help tremendously.- Turn off your wireless port when not in use.This may seem pointles...
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CRETE apresentou o seu laptop à prova d?água ‘ROCKY ?’ durante a COMPUTEX 2007.
The iPod Laptop
Creativity knows no bounds when it comes to technology and as an Apple fangirl, I love when individuals make an effort to break from the mundane! Case in point this iPod Laptop (yes folks that is not a typo) that is just not a pretty package. This novel device actually ...
Dual-Access Bag Keeps Your Laptop at Hand
This is actually a pretty brilliant design. The Dual-Access Rolling Bag features a laptop-sized pocket on its top, so when you have your bag stored under the seat in front of you on an airplane, you can just slide you computer out without pulling out and opening your whole bag up. It makes getting ...
Falcon Northwest Fragbook DRX, Laptop for Real Men
If you think those MacBooks the fanboys are incessantly fawning over are a bit too namby-pamby for you, join us in ogling the Falcon Northwest Fragbook DRX, a 17-incher that can legitimately lay claim to the term "desktop replacement." This one is crammed with serious componentry and comes in kick-ass colors and ...
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Japan company NEC Corp has released a Hello Kitty laptop enshrined with hundreds of crystals to hopefully entice more women to buy their products. The price is $1650.
Dynabook SS RX1 Toshiba Laptop
The Toshiba series laptop present a Dynabook RX1comprises a Intel Core 2 Duo U7500 (1.06GHz) processor, a 1GB of main memory, a tiddlywinks of Intel 945GMS, a posting of 12.1 inches card slot with the resolution of WXGA (1280×800), the connectivity of WiFI, the biometric reader of fingerprint, and standard deviation media. Three configurations are ...
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Asus Eee PC 701, la laptop de US $199
Para empezar, hay que aclarar que esta computadora portátil no tiene nada que ver con el programa OLPC. Dicho esto, vamos a analizar el modelo Eee PC de Asus, que con un precio base de US $199 se pretende colar en las posiciones más altas en el mercado de equipos baratos; aunque aún no se ...
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Performance Laptops are So Last Year! Top 5 Stylish Notebooks
Who doesn't need a notebook these days? Your friend has one, so should you! Isnt it? Things have changed and laptops are becoming more of fashion accessories. So, what exactly are fashion laptops? Which ones are the best in terms of living to your performance and style needs. Let?s have a look at the top..
Sderot students benefit from World ORT laptops - Ynetnews
Sderot students benefit from World ORT laptopsYnetnews, Israel - 15 minutes agoStudents from Sderot have been able to use laptops provided by World ORT to complete exam-related work in the safety of their school?s bomb shelter. ...
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[Computex] Minilaptop de US$ 200 é atração em feira
A Asus apresentou neste terça-feira, segundo dia da feira Computex, em Taiwan, um minilaptop chamado de Eee PC. Os computadores devem ser vendidos por cerca de US$ 200, mas não foi divulgada data para entrarem no mercado. A empresa não pretende competir com o projeto OLPC em projetos de aquisição em massa por governos.
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2007-06-11 00:00:00Two years ago I needed a way to refresh more PC’s and Laptops at my company without spending more. New Dell laptops were great but expensive and over the years we had accumulated many Latitude C series parts. The C series ran from the CPX C600 C610 C400 and C640 models before their new ...
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Inspiron 1501
Everyday Work and Play
Get a great balance of price and performance for all your entertainment and productivity needs.
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Inspiron E1505
All Around Performance
Offers a flexible combination of mobile productivity and versatile entertainment at a great price
Up to Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor
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Inspiron E1405
Lightweight Traveler
Lightweight entertainment notebook in a compact design to use on planes, trains or anywhere space is at a premium
Up to Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor
Genuine Windows Vista™operating systems
Starting at 5.30 lbs
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Inspiron 1501
Everyday Work and Play
Get a great balance of price and performance for all your entertainment and productivity needs.
Up to AMD Turion™ 64 X2 Mobile technology TL-56 Processor
Genuine Windows Vista™operating systems
Starting at 6.19 lbs
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Inspiron E1505
All Around Performance
Offers a flexible combination of mobile productivity and versatile entertainment at a great price
Up to Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor
Genuine Windows Vista™operating systems
Starting at 6.18 lbs
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Inspiron E1405
Lightweight Traveler
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Inspiron 1501
Simple productivity and light use entertainment
15.4" widescreen display with optional glossy TrueLifeTM technology
Inspiron E1505
Multi-tasking power and versatile entertainment
15.4" TrueLifeTM glossy widescreen display optional
Dedicated graphics card
MediaDirectTM , access to your files without booting Operating System
Inspiron E1705
Desktop power in the convenience of a notebook
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Inspiron E1405
Lightweight traveler starting at 5.3lbs3
14.1" TrueLifeTM glossy widescreen display
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Inspiron 1501
Simple productivity and light use entertainment
15.4" widescreen display with optional glossy TrueLifeTM technology
Inspiron E1505
Multi-tasking power and versatile entertainment
15.4" TrueLifeTM glossy widescreen display optional
Dedicated graphics card
MediaDirectTM , access to your files without booting Operating System
Inspiron E1705
Desktop power in the convenience of a notebook
17.1" TrueLifeTM glossy widescreen display optional
Dedicated graphics card
MediaDirectTM , file access without booting Operating System
Starting at$649
$549
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$699
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$899
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Inspiron E1405
Lightweight traveler starting at 5.3lbs3
14.1" TrueLifeTM glossy widescreen display
MediaDirectTM , access to your files without booting Operating System
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$699
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Title: More more than what you paid for
Date: May 30, 2007
ProsValue Value Value. Compared to other computer Brands out there This laptop stands above the crowd. It is not over complicated with things that will scare the novice user, but can also be build to suit the most advanced user. Given the basic configuration its a no brainer. It has a clean unclustered look, and has been able to perform as needed.ConsReally given the choices with Dell's Line up and configurations (add-on, upgrades etc.) I cant think of one. You really get what you paid for and in this case a little more.Additional ThoughtsAs an IT person professionally, and a Computer Geek in my off hours. I would be hard press to beat this laptop, given the price of purchasing software and componets seperately. Shipping was fast!!!! Though they stated allow 2 weeks, I got it in 1 custom build and all. This is the 2nd Dell I purchased with in the 2 years and got such great service.
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Date: May 30, 2007
ProsValue Value Value. Compared to other computer Brands out there This laptop stands above the crowd. It is not over complicated with things that will scare the novice user, but can also be build to suit the most advanced user. Given the basic configuration its a no brainer. It has a clean unclustered look, and has been able to perform as needed.ConsReally given the choices with Dell's Line up and configurations (add-on, upgrades etc.) I cant think of one. You really get what you paid for and in this case a little more.Additional ThoughtsAs an IT person professionally, and a Computer Geek in my off hours. I would be hard press to beat this laptop, given the price of purchasing software and componets seperately. Shipping was fast!!!! Though they stated allow 2 weeks, I got it in 1 custom build and all. This is the 2nd Dell I purchased with in the 2 years and got such great service.
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Dell Inspiron 1501 Comments 2
Title: Inspiron 1501
Date: May 30, 2007
ProsVery good battery life, even with low end battery.Does well with mapping programs and GPS units.Audio is good quality, video acceptable in most uses.ConsNeeds at least 1 gig of memory, 120 gig hard drive when running Vista.Additional ThoughtsI have both a AMD Sempron, and a TurionTM 64 X2 offers dual-core, the Sempron is much slower, but acceptable.
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Date: May 30, 2007
ProsVery good battery life, even with low end battery.Does well with mapping programs and GPS units.Audio is good quality, video acceptable in most uses.ConsNeeds at least 1 gig of memory, 120 gig hard drive when running Vista.Additional ThoughtsI have both a AMD Sempron, and a TurionTM 64 X2 offers dual-core, the Sempron is much slower, but acceptable.
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Title: I am extremely happy with this laptop
Date: May 16, 2007
ProsThe screen is so clear and bright..makes movie watching a joy. Up and running out of the box. It even logged onto my wireless network effortlessly. Had no problems conecting to my networked printer. The location of all the ports are very workable. Not one awkward location. Everything flows very smoothly. The extra memory is a plus. I wasn't sure about Vista but I am getting used to it and it does have some very nice features that I find to be a plus. Once you learn all the tricks to using the touch pad it is quite easy. I found the battery life to be very efficient. This laptop is light weight which makes it easy to carry around. This is a great buy. I love it!!ConsThe sound could be a little louder. To watch a movie the volume needs to be turned all the way up. I would suggest speakers for movie watching or gaming.Additional ThoughtsI do web page building and often times have Dreamweaver, Fireworks (for graphics) my email program and a web browser open and working at full speed. And sometimes I will do some bookkeeping with Quicken for home and business and this laptop doesn't slow down at all. I don't do any gaming but my daughter does with ease. Top notch laptop for the price.
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Date: May 16, 2007
ProsThe screen is so clear and bright..makes movie watching a joy. Up and running out of the box. It even logged onto my wireless network effortlessly. Had no problems conecting to my networked printer. The location of all the ports are very workable. Not one awkward location. Everything flows very smoothly. The extra memory is a plus. I wasn't sure about Vista but I am getting used to it and it does have some very nice features that I find to be a plus. Once you learn all the tricks to using the touch pad it is quite easy. I found the battery life to be very efficient. This laptop is light weight which makes it easy to carry around. This is a great buy. I love it!!ConsThe sound could be a little louder. To watch a movie the volume needs to be turned all the way up. I would suggest speakers for movie watching or gaming.Additional ThoughtsI do web page building and often times have Dreamweaver, Fireworks (for graphics) my email program and a web browser open and working at full speed. And sometimes I will do some bookkeeping with Quicken for home and business and this laptop doesn't slow down at all. I don't do any gaming but my daughter does with ease. Top notch laptop for the price.
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Dell Inspiron 1501 Details
Processors
AMD TurionTM 64x2 Dual-Core Mobile technology TL-56 Processor
AMD TurionTM 64x2 Dual-Core Mobile technology TL-50 Processor
AMD TurionTM 64 Mobile technology MK-36 Processor
Mobile AMD SempronTM 3500+ Processor
Operating System
Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Premium
Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Basic
For more details on Dell systems that run Windows Vista, see www.dell.com/vista.
Memory
2GB shared1 Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM provides blazing performance.
DDR2 dual channel2 memory offers excellent performance and bandwidth. This memory architecture is designed to help improve overall system performance and reduce power consumption. As demands from processors, graphics and networking increase, DDR2 is the new standard in notebook memory.
Graphics
Standard:
15.4" WXGA (1280x800) display with optional TrueLifeTM
ATI Radeon® Xpress 1150 256MB HyperMemoryTM (integrated)3
Sound
Standard:
High Definition Audio (HDA) bus; 24-bit (analog-to-digital & digital-to-analog)
Microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector
Hard Drives
Up to 80GB4 5400 RPM SATA hard drive lets you store and access abundant data on your notebook.
Optical Storage
Fixed bay (configurable at time of purchase only).
Choice of:
Combo Drive - 24x/10x/24x CD Burner and 8x DVD-ROM
DVD+/-RW with Dual Layer5 DVD+R write capacity6
Weight & Dimensions
Width: 14.00"
Height: 1.44"
Depth: 10.45"
Weight (lbs): 6.197
I/O Ports
4 USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) compliant 4-pin connectors
RJ45 Ethernet port
RJ11 Modem port
Video: 15-pin monitor connector
3-in-1 removable memory card reader
Audio jacks: Microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector
AMD TurionTM 64x2 Dual-Core Mobile technology TL-56 Processor
AMD TurionTM 64x2 Dual-Core Mobile technology TL-50 Processor
AMD TurionTM 64 Mobile technology MK-36 Processor
Mobile AMD SempronTM 3500+ Processor
Operating System
Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Premium
Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Basic
For more details on Dell systems that run Windows Vista, see www.dell.com/vista.
Memory
2GB shared1 Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM provides blazing performance.
DDR2 dual channel2 memory offers excellent performance and bandwidth. This memory architecture is designed to help improve overall system performance and reduce power consumption. As demands from processors, graphics and networking increase, DDR2 is the new standard in notebook memory.
Graphics
Standard:
15.4" WXGA (1280x800) display with optional TrueLifeTM
ATI Radeon® Xpress 1150 256MB HyperMemoryTM (integrated)3
Sound
Standard:
High Definition Audio (HDA) bus; 24-bit (analog-to-digital & digital-to-analog)
Microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector
Hard Drives
Up to 80GB4 5400 RPM SATA hard drive lets you store and access abundant data on your notebook.
Optical Storage
Fixed bay (configurable at time of purchase only).
Choice of:
Combo Drive - 24x/10x/24x CD Burner and 8x DVD-ROM
DVD+/-RW with Dual Layer5 DVD+R write capacity6
Weight & Dimensions
Width: 14.00"
Height: 1.44"
Depth: 10.45"
Weight (lbs): 6.197
I/O Ports
4 USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) compliant 4-pin connectors
RJ45 Ethernet port
RJ11 Modem port
Video: 15-pin monitor connector
3-in-1 removable memory card reader
Audio jacks: Microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector
Dell İnspron 1501 Powered by AMD
Powered by AMD
To meet your PC needs, the Dell Inspiron 1501 can be built with a range of AMD processors, including SempronTM , TurionTM 64 and TurionTM 64 X2 series chips. The AMD TurionTM 64 X2 offers dual-core technology which can provide substantial improvements over its single-core counterpart.
To meet your PC needs, the Dell Inspiron 1501 can be built with a range of AMD processors, including SempronTM , TurionTM 64 and TurionTM 64 X2 series chips. The AMD TurionTM 64 X2 offers dual-core technology which can provide substantial improvements over its single-core counterpart.
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2 Where wireless access is available. Additional access charges apply in some locations. Accessibility to company networks may be affected by firewalls or other privacy measures. Range may vary due to number of users, interference, transmission barriers (such as walls and building material), and other factors.
3 Between 128 and 256 MB of shared system memory may be allocated to support integrated graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors.
4 You can get a copy of our limited warranties and guarantees by writing Dell USA LP, Attn: Warranties, One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682. To purchase warranty only or for information on other service options please call 1-800-915-3355 or visit www.dell4me.com/termsandconditions.
5 DellConnect requires a highspeed Internet (broadband) connection. DellConnect not used for every support incident.
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Dell Inspiron 1501
Inspiron 1501
Simple productivity and light use entertainment
15.4" widescreen display with optional glossy TrueLifeTM technology
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
The market
The market
While notebook prices fall and technological advancements narrow the performance gap between desktop and mobile PCs, consumers will still pay the price for portability, with notebooks being significantly more expensive than a desktop PC - and harder to upgrade.
Lesser known brands are now accounting for more and more of the notebook market, but HP/Compaq, Toshiba, Dell, Lenovo (formerly branded IBM), Acer and Australia's own Optima remain brand names that people respect.
Australian notebook market (January-March 2005)
Vendor:
% Share
1. Hewlett-Packard/Compaq
18.40%
2. Toshiba
16.50%
3. Dell
14.20%
4. Acer
13.90%
5. IBM
12.50%
6. Apple
5.50%
7. ASUS
2.70%
8. LG Electronics
2.70%
9. NEC
2.30%
10. Others
10.2%
Source: IDC PC Tracker Q1 2005
This guide was last updated in July 2005.
While notebook prices fall and technological advancements narrow the performance gap between desktop and mobile PCs, consumers will still pay the price for portability, with notebooks being significantly more expensive than a desktop PC - and harder to upgrade.
Lesser known brands are now accounting for more and more of the notebook market, but HP/Compaq, Toshiba, Dell, Lenovo (formerly branded IBM), Acer and Australia's own Optima remain brand names that people respect.
Australian notebook market (January-March 2005)
Vendor:
% Share
1. Hewlett-Packard/Compaq
18.40%
2. Toshiba
16.50%
3. Dell
14.20%
4. Acer
13.90%
5. IBM
12.50%
6. Apple
5.50%
7. ASUS
2.70%
8. LG Electronics
2.70%
9. NEC
2.30%
10. Others
10.2%
Source: IDC PC Tracker Q1 2005
This guide was last updated in July 2005.
Which extras can be included?
Which extras can be included?
A few final items are worth considering. If you are going to be using your notebook on the move, ask about extra batteries as well as items such as carrying cases.
Also, consider whether there will be extras that are bundled cheaply at the time of buying, such as USB TV tuners, USB flash memory keys, optional upgrades and more.
If you think you will want to increase the amount of RAM later, then perhaps it is worth considering upgrading it at the time of purchase, saving both time and money. It is common for retailers to offer to upgrade the amount of RAM at a cheaper price or even for free during promotions.
A few final items are worth considering. If you are going to be using your notebook on the move, ask about extra batteries as well as items such as carrying cases.
Also, consider whether there will be extras that are bundled cheaply at the time of buying, such as USB TV tuners, USB flash memory keys, optional upgrades and more.
If you think you will want to increase the amount of RAM later, then perhaps it is worth considering upgrading it at the time of purchase, saving both time and money. It is common for retailers to offer to upgrade the amount of RAM at a cheaper price or even for free during promotions.
How can I tell if the software is legal?
How can I tell if the software is legal?
One of the biggest concerns with bundled software is whether you're getting the genuine article.
Microsoft has established a licensing section on its Web site dedicated to protecting users from pirated copies of its software products.
According to the Microsoft site, the best way for you to confirm that the software you have been given with your PC or notebook is authentic Microsoft software, is to first check your end user license agreement (EULA). If you have purchased your PC from a retail outlet and have been given the software with it, check the Microsoft license pack and look for the certificate of authenticity (COA) on the box.
Alternatively, if the software has already been installed on the PC, look for the COA which accompanied the product. For OEM products, the COA is either on a separate page or affixed as a label to the PC chassis.
Open license customers can view their electronic purchase history via the Microsoft Web site. This site also maintains a free software inventory analyser, which can tell you what Microsoft products you have loaded on your PC. For more information on these, check out the Microsoft website
Besides the operating system, PC or notebook buyers may also receive a range of other software products either bundled with or pre-installed on their system, including reference, business or education programs.
For more general information on pirated software, the BSAA (Business Software Association of Australia) has compiled consumer guides on what to look out for when purchasing PC software. These not only cover new software, but also look at purchasing new or second-hand software online. More information is available on their website
The site also provides links to piracy statements from a variety of software providers, such as Macromedia, Symantec, Autodesk and Adobe. All such sites advise users to purchase their PC and related software from a reputable reseller, and to check that all software comes with authentic packaging and a license agreement. Even if the software has already been pre-installed on your PC or notebook, the reseller should still provide you with a software license agreement. You should also receive the original software discs and manuals for all the pre-installed software. Users can also seek further information on anti-piracy laws and report suspected pirated software to the Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA). The trade organisation has over 800 member companies from the software and Internet industry worldwide.
One of the biggest concerns with bundled software is whether you're getting the genuine article.
Microsoft has established a licensing section on its Web site dedicated to protecting users from pirated copies of its software products.
According to the Microsoft site, the best way for you to confirm that the software you have been given with your PC or notebook is authentic Microsoft software, is to first check your end user license agreement (EULA). If you have purchased your PC from a retail outlet and have been given the software with it, check the Microsoft license pack and look for the certificate of authenticity (COA) on the box.
Alternatively, if the software has already been installed on the PC, look for the COA which accompanied the product. For OEM products, the COA is either on a separate page or affixed as a label to the PC chassis.
Open license customers can view their electronic purchase history via the Microsoft Web site. This site also maintains a free software inventory analyser, which can tell you what Microsoft products you have loaded on your PC. For more information on these, check out the Microsoft website
Besides the operating system, PC or notebook buyers may also receive a range of other software products either bundled with or pre-installed on their system, including reference, business or education programs.
For more general information on pirated software, the BSAA (Business Software Association of Australia) has compiled consumer guides on what to look out for when purchasing PC software. These not only cover new software, but also look at purchasing new or second-hand software online. More information is available on their website
The site also provides links to piracy statements from a variety of software providers, such as Macromedia, Symantec, Autodesk and Adobe. All such sites advise users to purchase their PC and related software from a reputable reseller, and to check that all software comes with authentic packaging and a license agreement. Even if the software has already been pre-installed on your PC or notebook, the reseller should still provide you with a software license agreement. You should also receive the original software discs and manuals for all the pre-installed software. Users can also seek further information on anti-piracy laws and report suspected pirated software to the Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA). The trade organisation has over 800 member companies from the software and Internet industry worldwide.
Which operating system and software are included?
Which operating system and software are included?
Most notebooks come with either Windows XP Home or Professional pre-installed, but a few vendors will also let you opt to have Linux preinstalled. When buying a notebook, you may pick up some real bargains in bundled software, including utilities, backup software (either Nero or Easy Media Creator), productivity software (such as Microsoft Works or an office suite) and sometimes multimedia (DVD/CD) creation software and even games.
Most notebooks come with either Windows XP Home or Professional pre-installed, but a few vendors will also let you opt to have Linux preinstalled. When buying a notebook, you may pick up some real bargains in bundled software, including utilities, backup software (either Nero or Easy Media Creator), productivity software (such as Microsoft Works or an office suite) and sometimes multimedia (DVD/CD) creation software and even games.
Questions to ask the retailer
Questions to ask the retailer
Free leather carry bags, bundled software, extended warranty, accidental damage cover and the like are often nice value-added features. But if the machine isn't good value without them, think again.
Top 10 questions to ask regarding warranty
Even the most reliable machines may experience faults that cannot easily be rectified. Repairing a notebook can be extremely expensive - unlike equivalent desktop machines, manufacturers are more likely to use non-standard components. Even if this is not the case, replacing many parts is too complex for the average user. The majority of manufacturers offer one-year return-to-base warranties. Some offer to collect your machine as part of the standard warranty, most will be willing to extend terms at a price, and a few manufacturers offer three years of support. It's also worth noting that it's common practice for notebook vendors to use professional third-party support contractors, especially where the vendor doesn't have a repair centre in your city or state.
Is there a guaranteed turnaround time on service or an option to pay to include this? This applies to return to base or courier pick-up warranties.
If you live in a regional area, does the "free courier pickup" warranty still apply to you?
Is the warranty International? If so, what countries and locations are included? This is one to keep in mind if you're a regular traveller.
Can you get a courtesy notebook if there are extended repair problems?
If you're a business, is there an option to sign a service agreement contract?
What are the warranty specifics concerning dead display pixels?
If the notebook is being shipped to you, is transit damage insurance included?
What is the warranty on the notebook's battery?
Are parts and labour included in the warranty?
Are any third-party support contractors sufficiently stocked with parts and sufficiently trained to support your particular notebook model?
Free leather carry bags, bundled software, extended warranty, accidental damage cover and the like are often nice value-added features. But if the machine isn't good value without them, think again.
Top 10 questions to ask regarding warranty
Even the most reliable machines may experience faults that cannot easily be rectified. Repairing a notebook can be extremely expensive - unlike equivalent desktop machines, manufacturers are more likely to use non-standard components. Even if this is not the case, replacing many parts is too complex for the average user. The majority of manufacturers offer one-year return-to-base warranties. Some offer to collect your machine as part of the standard warranty, most will be willing to extend terms at a price, and a few manufacturers offer three years of support. It's also worth noting that it's common practice for notebook vendors to use professional third-party support contractors, especially where the vendor doesn't have a repair centre in your city or state.
Is there a guaranteed turnaround time on service or an option to pay to include this? This applies to return to base or courier pick-up warranties.
If you live in a regional area, does the "free courier pickup" warranty still apply to you?
Is the warranty International? If so, what countries and locations are included? This is one to keep in mind if you're a regular traveller.
Can you get a courtesy notebook if there are extended repair problems?
If you're a business, is there an option to sign a service agreement contract?
What are the warranty specifics concerning dead display pixels?
If the notebook is being shipped to you, is transit damage insurance included?
What is the warranty on the notebook's battery?
Are parts and labour included in the warranty?
Are any third-party support contractors sufficiently stocked with parts and sufficiently trained to support your particular notebook model?
Battery
Battery
If you expect to use your computer on the move, battery life is an important consideration. All notebooks now use rechargeable lithium ion (Li-Ion) batteries, which currently offer the best performance of the commercial battery technologies in common use.
The performance of a Li-Ion battery is judged by its capacity, which is measured in cells.
Most notebook vendors will offer a variety of optional battery upgrades (batteries with around 6-12 cells) or even a second battery for when travelling (for around $200).
A word of warning: many notebook warranties that may go for one or even three years will still only cover the battery for six months.
Also, don't forget that high power processors, plenty of RAM and fast disk drives will devour battery life. If you will frequently be operating your notebook on its battery power, you may want to investigate your processor, notebook and operating system's various power-saving options.
If you expect to use your computer on the move, battery life is an important consideration. All notebooks now use rechargeable lithium ion (Li-Ion) batteries, which currently offer the best performance of the commercial battery technologies in common use.
The performance of a Li-Ion battery is judged by its capacity, which is measured in cells.
Most notebook vendors will offer a variety of optional battery upgrades (batteries with around 6-12 cells) or even a second battery for when travelling (for around $200).
A word of warning: many notebook warranties that may go for one or even three years will still only cover the battery for six months.
Also, don't forget that high power processors, plenty of RAM and fast disk drives will devour battery life. If you will frequently be operating your notebook on its battery power, you may want to investigate your processor, notebook and operating system's various power-saving options.
Sound
Sound
Sound quality continues to be an afterthought for many notebook vendors with barely minimum quality sound chips and tinny built speakers - but things are slowly improving.
Intel's reference design for its Centrino platform gives notebook manufacturers the choice to include Intel Hi-Definition audio that supports DTS, THX and Dolby technologies for up to eight channels at 192kHz/32-bit quality.
In addition, some notebook vendors are including optical or S/PDIF audio-outputs built-into their machines as standard while others are including underside sub woofers, four speaker configurations, integrated brand name speakers and more in order to improve sound quality.
If you love the idea of a notebook, but audio quality is important to you professionally or personally, then rest assured that there are also many USB, FireWire and PC Card external sound card options available.
Sound quality continues to be an afterthought for many notebook vendors with barely minimum quality sound chips and tinny built speakers - but things are slowly improving.
Intel's reference design for its Centrino platform gives notebook manufacturers the choice to include Intel Hi-Definition audio that supports DTS, THX and Dolby technologies for up to eight channels at 192kHz/32-bit quality.
In addition, some notebook vendors are including optical or S/PDIF audio-outputs built-into their machines as standard while others are including underside sub woofers, four speaker configurations, integrated brand name speakers and more in order to improve sound quality.
If you love the idea of a notebook, but audio quality is important to you professionally or personally, then rest assured that there are also many USB, FireWire and PC Card external sound card options available.
Peripheral connectivity
Peripheral connectivity
All computers, particularly notebooks, need to be connectable. Some notebooks feature older PS/2 and serial legacy ports, but these days many don't. The reason for this is because most peripherals (such as keyboards and mice) now connect via USB 2.0 or FireWire.
Some notebooks have a single FireWire connection (enabling peripherals like video cameras to connect at approximately 400Mbps) but nearly every new notebook will have around three USB 2.0 ports, while older notebooks will have approximately two USB 1.1 ports.
Also known as Hi-Speed USB, USB 2.0 allows data transfer at 480Mbps (instead of USB 1.1's 12Mbps).
Another common task is to connect an external monitor using a notebook's VGA-out port.
PC Cards are a notebook's equivalent of a desktop computer's PCI slot - both are used for expanding a machine's capabilities by introducing new hardware. PC Cards are shaped just like a card and have for years been the preferred means of connecting notebooks with add-ons such as sound cards, extra ports and more. However, now PC Cards are making way for a smaller, faster, and more desktop-friendly format called ExpressCard.
Members of the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) - the trade group responsible for PC Card standards - introduced the first ExpressCard modules in 2004 in part to meet PC industry demands for smaller PC Cards for today's shrinking portables.
The notebook transition to ExpressCards has already begun: a few notebooks in the $3000-range such as Lenovo's ThinkPad T43 are shipping with both CardBus and ExpressCard slots. PCMCIA officials expect that in 2006, 70 per cent of new notebooks will ship with ExpressCard slots - and no CardBus slots. ExpressCard peripherals should begin appearing in stores around Christmas 2005.
All computers, particularly notebooks, need to be connectable. Some notebooks feature older PS/2 and serial legacy ports, but these days many don't. The reason for this is because most peripherals (such as keyboards and mice) now connect via USB 2.0 or FireWire.
Some notebooks have a single FireWire connection (enabling peripherals like video cameras to connect at approximately 400Mbps) but nearly every new notebook will have around three USB 2.0 ports, while older notebooks will have approximately two USB 1.1 ports.
Also known as Hi-Speed USB, USB 2.0 allows data transfer at 480Mbps (instead of USB 1.1's 12Mbps).
Another common task is to connect an external monitor using a notebook's VGA-out port.
PC Cards are a notebook's equivalent of a desktop computer's PCI slot - both are used for expanding a machine's capabilities by introducing new hardware. PC Cards are shaped just like a card and have for years been the preferred means of connecting notebooks with add-ons such as sound cards, extra ports and more. However, now PC Cards are making way for a smaller, faster, and more desktop-friendly format called ExpressCard.
Members of the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) - the trade group responsible for PC Card standards - introduced the first ExpressCard modules in 2004 in part to meet PC industry demands for smaller PC Cards for today's shrinking portables.
The notebook transition to ExpressCards has already begun: a few notebooks in the $3000-range such as Lenovo's ThinkPad T43 are shipping with both CardBus and ExpressCard slots. PCMCIA officials expect that in 2006, 70 per cent of new notebooks will ship with ExpressCard slots - and no CardBus slots. ExpressCard peripherals should begin appearing in stores around Christmas 2005.
Removable storage
Removable storage
CD/DVD: These days, a CD-burner/DVD-ROM combination drive is pretty-much standard on all new value-orientated (approximately sub $2500) notebooks. It's only in rare instances or older machines that you encounter a CD-ROM only notebook. For this reason and because of the rise in popularity of USB flash drives, integrated floppy disk drives are becoming more rare, although are still normally available as internal or external USB options. Most mid- to high-end notebooks ($3000 and above) now feature DVD-writers that can burn and playback DVDs and CDs. That said, notebook vendors usually let you customise what type of drive you would like and this of course, will affect the price. If you can see yourself only requiring small backups here and there, then you can save money by going for just a CD burner or CD-burner/DVD-ROM combination drive. You could always get an external USB or FireWire drive at a later date. If you're notebook has a modular (easily swappable/replaceable) drive, you could also order a new compatible drive from your vendor and swap it in yourself. If your notebook's drive isn't swappable it's what's known as a fixed drive, which means your better off getting the best drive you can afford at the time of purchase.
Media card readers: Many notebooks now feature built-in media card readers that are perfect for a variety of uses such as getting images from your camera into your notebook. Multiple formats are often supported, including Secure Digital (SD), MemoryStick, MultiMediaCard, xD, CompactFlash, Smart Media and MicroDrive.
External hard disks: A great way to meet big removable and transportable storage needs is to use an external hard disk. They can connect to your PC via USB, FireWire or even be a MicroDrive hard disk or even PC Card hard disk (such as those made by Toshiba).
Other: Jaz, Zip, Rev or tape drives that connect via USB, parallel port or PC Card still remain options.
Networking optionsJust as you would not expect to buy a desktop that lacked the ability to check e-mail and surf the Internet, the same is true of a mobile computer.
Wired: All new notebooks now include 56Kbps modem (RJ-11) and 10/100 Ethernet (RJ-45) connections. Some business-orientated notebooks might even feature Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet.
Infrared: Some notebooks still feature an Infrared port, primarily as it's still used in engineering and business practice and consumers can also do things like connect their mobile phone to their notebook using it.
Bluetooth: A notebook with support for this short-range wireless networking standard comes into its own when used with Bluetooth devices like mobile phones, printers, headsets and PDAs.
Wi-Fi: Wireless networking is all the rage at the moment with certified public access points becoming more common and home wireless networking kits booming in popularity.
Both AMD and Intel machines can include wireless networking and often do - it's just up to the vendor, although Centrino notebooks have it built-in as standard. If you do choose to get Wi-Fi on your notebook or choose a Centrino model, just double check which Wi-Fi standards your notebook will support. Ideally, try to get a Wi-Fi module included that supports 802.11a, b and g standards.
CD/DVD: These days, a CD-burner/DVD-ROM combination drive is pretty-much standard on all new value-orientated (approximately sub $2500) notebooks. It's only in rare instances or older machines that you encounter a CD-ROM only notebook. For this reason and because of the rise in popularity of USB flash drives, integrated floppy disk drives are becoming more rare, although are still normally available as internal or external USB options. Most mid- to high-end notebooks ($3000 and above) now feature DVD-writers that can burn and playback DVDs and CDs. That said, notebook vendors usually let you customise what type of drive you would like and this of course, will affect the price. If you can see yourself only requiring small backups here and there, then you can save money by going for just a CD burner or CD-burner/DVD-ROM combination drive. You could always get an external USB or FireWire drive at a later date. If you're notebook has a modular (easily swappable/replaceable) drive, you could also order a new compatible drive from your vendor and swap it in yourself. If your notebook's drive isn't swappable it's what's known as a fixed drive, which means your better off getting the best drive you can afford at the time of purchase.
Media card readers: Many notebooks now feature built-in media card readers that are perfect for a variety of uses such as getting images from your camera into your notebook. Multiple formats are often supported, including Secure Digital (SD), MemoryStick, MultiMediaCard, xD, CompactFlash, Smart Media and MicroDrive.
External hard disks: A great way to meet big removable and transportable storage needs is to use an external hard disk. They can connect to your PC via USB, FireWire or even be a MicroDrive hard disk or even PC Card hard disk (such as those made by Toshiba).
Other: Jaz, Zip, Rev or tape drives that connect via USB, parallel port or PC Card still remain options.
Networking optionsJust as you would not expect to buy a desktop that lacked the ability to check e-mail and surf the Internet, the same is true of a mobile computer.
Wired: All new notebooks now include 56Kbps modem (RJ-11) and 10/100 Ethernet (RJ-45) connections. Some business-orientated notebooks might even feature Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet.
Infrared: Some notebooks still feature an Infrared port, primarily as it's still used in engineering and business practice and consumers can also do things like connect their mobile phone to their notebook using it.
Bluetooth: A notebook with support for this short-range wireless networking standard comes into its own when used with Bluetooth devices like mobile phones, printers, headsets and PDAs.
Wi-Fi: Wireless networking is all the rage at the moment with certified public access points becoming more common and home wireless networking kits booming in popularity.
Both AMD and Intel machines can include wireless networking and often do - it's just up to the vendor, although Centrino notebooks have it built-in as standard. If you do choose to get Wi-Fi on your notebook or choose a Centrino model, just double check which Wi-Fi standards your notebook will support. Ideally, try to get a Wi-Fi module included that supports 802.11a, b and g standards.
Hard disk
If a computer's CPU is the brain of the PC, the hard drive serves as the heart, pumping vital data to the rest of the system. Providing long-term storage on your PC, the hard drive is the workhorse component of virtually every computer.
The hard drive rapidly records data as magnetic pulses on spinning metal platters - the more quickly a drive spins, the more quickly you can access and transfer data. In the mobile market, the overriding concern is power conservation. Slower-rotation drives can increase battery life but also reduce performance.
Hard disk speed is measured in revolutions per minute (rpm). The more your work or gaming requires access to the notebook's hard disk to load or save, the faster the disk you'll want. The range of hard disk options includes 4200rpm, 5400rpm and 7200rpm. It's also worth noting that hard disks are usually quite upgradeable with help from vendors.
Storage capacities for new drives grow every year, but the physical size (2.5in) of drives remains relatively constant. The biggest single notebook hard disk at the moment is 120GB and the minimum you should opt for is about 30GB.
If you are a multimedia user, and therefore most likely will be working with large file sizes, then you will probably want at least 40GB of hard drive space. The other option would be to use alternative (removable) methods of storing data, such as DVD writer.
Multimedia users who are interested in a desktop notebook may also be pleased to hear that such machines can sometimes support two hard disks in RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) configuration which offers potential performance and data backup benefits.
Finally, more recent notebooks (such as second-generation Centrino models) also include a Serial ATA (SATA) hard disk interface. This is the connection type that the industry is moving to for newer SATA hard disks that are replacing the older IDE (EIDE) kind.
The hard drive rapidly records data as magnetic pulses on spinning metal platters - the more quickly a drive spins, the more quickly you can access and transfer data. In the mobile market, the overriding concern is power conservation. Slower-rotation drives can increase battery life but also reduce performance.
Hard disk speed is measured in revolutions per minute (rpm). The more your work or gaming requires access to the notebook's hard disk to load or save, the faster the disk you'll want. The range of hard disk options includes 4200rpm, 5400rpm and 7200rpm. It's also worth noting that hard disks are usually quite upgradeable with help from vendors.
Storage capacities for new drives grow every year, but the physical size (2.5in) of drives remains relatively constant. The biggest single notebook hard disk at the moment is 120GB and the minimum you should opt for is about 30GB.
If you are a multimedia user, and therefore most likely will be working with large file sizes, then you will probably want at least 40GB of hard drive space. The other option would be to use alternative (removable) methods of storing data, such as DVD writer.
Multimedia users who are interested in a desktop notebook may also be pleased to hear that such machines can sometimes support two hard disks in RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) configuration which offers potential performance and data backup benefits.
Finally, more recent notebooks (such as second-generation Centrino models) also include a Serial ATA (SATA) hard disk interface. This is the connection type that the industry is moving to for newer SATA hard disks that are replacing the older IDE (EIDE) kind.
Memory (RAM)
Memory (RAM)
Whether they're inside a desktop PC or a notebook computer, RAM chips play the critical role of keeping the CPU efficiently fed with data or instructions from programs on the hard drive. How well the chips perform this role results in the difference between a CPU that misses computing cycles and moves like a steam locomotive and a CPU that speeds along like a bullet train.
There are three types of RAM available in notebooks: SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic RAM) which is rarely used anymore on new notebooks in favour of DDR SDRAM (Double Date Rate SDRAM) and DDR2 SDRAM.
DDR SDRAM is now the default standard, even for value-orientated notebooks and overcomes the once-per-cycle handicap as it can send data to the CPU twice per clock cycle, for greater processing efficiency.
DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) memory is a next-generation memory type used with the latest notebooks such as new Centrino models. DDR2 SDRAM offers a 60 per cent increase in peak memory bandwidth and power benefits over DDR SDRAM.
As with all computers, more memory is better. On all budgets, you should set 256MB as the absolute minimum, while 512MB or 1GB configurations are fast becoming the standard on many vendor-specified configurations. Currently most notebooks have the maximum RAM limit of around 2GB, but be sure to check as some less expensive models can max out at 1GB.
Upgrading the memory of your notebook is a great way to achieve better performance and more often than not, you can install it yourself! However, be sure to check if this voids your warranty first and also determine how many memory slots you have free so you can work out the combination of memory modules that's best for your machine and budget.
Whether they're inside a desktop PC or a notebook computer, RAM chips play the critical role of keeping the CPU efficiently fed with data or instructions from programs on the hard drive. How well the chips perform this role results in the difference between a CPU that misses computing cycles and moves like a steam locomotive and a CPU that speeds along like a bullet train.
There are three types of RAM available in notebooks: SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic RAM) which is rarely used anymore on new notebooks in favour of DDR SDRAM (Double Date Rate SDRAM) and DDR2 SDRAM.
DDR SDRAM is now the default standard, even for value-orientated notebooks and overcomes the once-per-cycle handicap as it can send data to the CPU twice per clock cycle, for greater processing efficiency.
DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) memory is a next-generation memory type used with the latest notebooks such as new Centrino models. DDR2 SDRAM offers a 60 per cent increase in peak memory bandwidth and power benefits over DDR SDRAM.
As with all computers, more memory is better. On all budgets, you should set 256MB as the absolute minimum, while 512MB or 1GB configurations are fast becoming the standard on many vendor-specified configurations. Currently most notebooks have the maximum RAM limit of around 2GB, but be sure to check as some less expensive models can max out at 1GB.
Upgrading the memory of your notebook is a great way to achieve better performance and more often than not, you can install it yourself! However, be sure to check if this voids your warranty first and also determine how many memory slots you have free so you can work out the combination of memory modules that's best for your machine and budget.
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