The Laptop Thread: Configs, deals & questions

low_bass_makker · 14th June 2007, 12:16

they are also good..better than the HP and compaq

devarshi84 · 14th June 2007, 12:58

acer's are good value for money. But they dont last well. If you are planning to keep the lappie for 3-4 years I would suggest

1. Lenovo Thinkpad's are the best in ergonomics and quality you can get in a laptop. Only look at the thinkpad(IBM) lineup.

2. Hp pavilion is extremely recommended. HP's new designs are good and fun to use.

3. Dell Inspiron 6400. Its not the best looking laptop and is also on the heavier side but still a good product.

ravi@64bhp · 14th June 2007, 13:21

I have a HP Pavilion Dv1000 series Laptop that is one year old. I bought for 55,000 one year back. I would like to sell the same and I would like to know how much I would get now. Below are the specifications.

Processor: Intel Centrino Mobile 1.66 GHtz.
RAM: 512 MB.
Hard Disk: 80 GB
OS: Windows XP home licensed version.
ADditional Features: DVD DL writer, Wi-Fi enabled, Inbuilt bluetooth, Inbuilt WebCam, 6-in-1 card reader, remote, altec-lansing speakers.
14 inches widescreen.

So, please tell me how much money I can expect.

thanks

ess_a · 14th June 2007, 13:48

Thanks Devarshi and LBM.

The Thinkpads are wayyy out of budget so am not looking at them.
The Dell problem I have mentioned.

So guess its between HP/Compaq and Acer. Now Lappies with the same config are costing more in HP as well as Compaq than Acer.

I need to keep the lappy for AT LEAST 2 yrs, maybe 3.

Now I do know of decent service for HP/Compaqs and they do have decent build, but I have absolutely no idea about Acer.

It seems I am confused for nothing as the choices seem clear, BUTTT i am not on a lavish budget, so Acers are really great VFM for me right now.

Its just that I have NO idea abt them.(I am unable to find reviews on them @ notebookreview.com) They may be specific models for the Indian market, which CAN be a reason.
So any review on them would be really appreciated.
Thanks.

filcord · 17th June 2007, 23:02

see if you can have an US or Canadian friend get you a Dell from there. Go to Dell india site and compare same model on US or Canadian site. They are 40 per cent or more cheaper there than in India. Product is top-notch, but don't get ripped off.

ess_a · 17th June 2007, 23:17

@filcord
Hmm I know of that. Just that the person I know there aint coming to India soon. So......
BTW I came across a decent config Toshiba. Have decided to go for it. Hopefully will finally decide by wednesday.

Sankar · 18th June 2007, 11:03

Guys i have a Compaq Presario 1500 laptop which is around 4 years old. Now it has developed a strange display problem. The problem is that the display is like a negative image ie., white background looks greyish black and the text i'm typing in looks greyish white. The red team-bhp bar looks like turquoish in colour. The screen light intensity varies a lot (like a tube light with a bad starter) and the screen would come back to normal for one or two seconds.

First the problem seemed to crop up after a couple of hours of usage of the laptop. And the display would be allright when the machine is turned off and turned on after one or two hours, but then again the prob would crop up.

This is not a driver/software problem as the display condition is same even when the system is booting up and is in BIOS stage. Does anyone has any clue as to what the problem could be?? I plan to open up the lappie myself.

devarshi84 · 18th June 2007, 14:53

the circuit wire to the lcd has developed a defect or has broken. Get it repaired by a technician.

BunnyPunia · 5th July 2007, 13:36

Hi fellas
I have been using an Acer lappy for some time now and quite satisfied with it.
I m looking at purchasing a laptop for my wife this weekend. She will be using the laptop for making presentations/general surfing/chatting and watching movies.

Suggestions on a good laptop for under 35k in Mumbai? I live in Navi Mumbai and wil be going to the Geonet shop (sec 17, vashi).. I m also looking at the finance option.. Ideas/suggestions please

sankar : my acer lappy to has developed a similar thing. a one inch wide vertical strip is yellowish in color in the right hand of the screen. some one told me the wire has a prob.. shall be getting it fixed soon

BUSA · 5th July 2007, 13:50

Quote:

I live in Navi Mumbai and wil be going to the Geonet shop (sec 17, vashi)

Their main office is in Center One.

BunnyPunia · 5th July 2007, 13:53

Thanks BUSA. Shall try to negotiate on a good deal tomm evening

esteem_lover · 5th July 2007, 14:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by ravi@64bhp

I have a HP Pavilion Dv1000 series Laptop that is one year old. I bought for 55,000 one year back. I would like to sell the same and I would like to know how much I would get now. Below are the specifications.

Processor: Intel Centrino Mobile 1.66 GHtz.
RAM: 512 MB.
Hard Disk: 80 GB
OS: Windows XP home licensed version.
ADditional Features: DVD DL writer, Wi-Fi enabled, Inbuilt bluetooth, Inbuilt WebCam, 6-in-1 card reader, remote, altec-lansing speakers.
14 inches widescreen.

So, please tell me how much money I can expect.

thanks

You should jump for joy if you get anything above 25k. someone here bought a very similar config 12.1" thinkpad for 21k from a dealer.

neo_gr8est1 · 5th July 2007, 20:59

hi
Guys am looking for a laptop which will give me good performance for gaming, movies and other general stuff.It would be more of a desktop replacement.My needs are:
17 inch display
min 2GB ram
Intel core2 duo
a very good graphics card(preferably nvidia)
a dvd writer
The hdd space isnt a concern.I am really impressed by the dell XPS-M1710 (minus the blu-ray).Amazing specs but expensive.Although i could find some good deals on e-bay and something around Rs150000 can be managed.
So any more suggestions??And will dell provide assistance for this product since its not launched in India?

devarshi84 · 5th July 2007, 23:45

your only choice for the real stuff is the dell xps. But do wait before buying. dell is ready to unleash something really big. I can tell you this becausethey have lost some good numbers last year and they want to get back.

gaming systems are usually high end so be sure that what you buy is future compatible. Nvidia 8K series and ati 2K series are a must (they are dx10 supported)along with a 64-bit dual core cpu. Newer games do make use of these technologies.

lurker · 6th July 2007, 10:15

Is the Asus G2S available in India ? Their website doesn't mention it, but I read somewhere a while ago about Asus talking about the G1 and G2 in India.

The G2S is the one with the Santa Rosa I believe.

14th June 2007, 12:16	#721
low_bass_makker Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Faridabad Posts: 6,813 Thanked: 306 Times View My Garage	they are also good..better than the HP and compaq
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14th June 2007, 12:58	#722
devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 213 Times View My Garage	acer's are good value for money. But they dont last well. If you are planning to keep the lappie for 3-4 years I would suggest 1. Lenovo Thinkpad's are the best in ergonomics and quality you can get in a laptop. Only look at the thinkpad(IBM) lineup. 2. Hp pavilion is extremely recommended. HP's new designs are good and fun to use. 3. Dell Inspiron 6400. Its not the best looking laptop and is also on the heavier side but still a good product.
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14th June 2007, 13:21	#723
ravi@64bhp BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 602 Thanked: 11 Times	I have a HP Pavilion Dv1000 series Laptop that is one year old. I bought for 55,000 one year back. I would like to sell the same and I would like to know how much I would get now. Below are the specifications. Processor: Intel Centrino Mobile 1.66 GHtz. RAM: 512 MB. Hard Disk: 80 GB OS: Windows XP home licensed version. ADditional Features: DVD DL writer, Wi-Fi enabled, Inbuilt bluetooth, Inbuilt WebCam, 6-in-1 card reader, remote, altec-lansing speakers. 14 inches widescreen. So, please tell me how much money I can expect. thanks Last edited by ravi@64bhp : 14th June 2007 at 13:32.
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14th June 2007, 13:48	#724
ess_a BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 317 Thanked: 6 Times	Thanks Devarshi and LBM. The Thinkpads are wayyy out of budget so am not looking at them. The Dell problem I have mentioned. So guess its between HP/Compaq and Acer. Now Lappies with the same config are costing more in HP as well as Compaq than Acer. I need to keep the lappy for AT LEAST 2 yrs, maybe 3. Now I do know of decent service for HP/Compaqs and they do have decent build, but I have absolutely no idea about Acer. It seems I am confused for nothing as the choices seem clear, BUTTT i am not on a lavish budget, so Acers are really great VFM for me right now. Its just that I have NO idea abt them.(I am unable to find reviews on them @ notebookreview.com) They may be specific models for the Indian market, which CAN be a reason. So any review on them would be really appreciated. Thanks.
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17th June 2007, 23:02	#725
filcord BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: goa Posts: 997 Thanked: 68 Times	see if you can have an US or Canadian friend get you a Dell from there. Go to Dell india site and compare same model on US or Canadian site. They are 40 per cent or more cheaper there than in India. Product is top-notch, but don't get ripped off.
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17th June 2007, 23:17	#726
ess_a BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 317 Thanked: 6 Times	@filcord Hmm I know of that. Just that the person I know there aint coming to India soon. So...... BTW I came across a decent config Toshiba. Have decided to go for it. Hopefully will finally decide by wednesday.
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18th June 2007, 11:03	#727
Sankar Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Location Posts: 5,784 Thanked: 9,253 Times	Strange Laptop problem!! Can anyone help?? Guys i have a Compaq Presario 1500 laptop which is around 4 years old. Now it has developed a strange display problem. The problem is that the display is like a negative image ie., white background looks greyish black and the text i'm typing in looks greyish white. The red team-bhp bar looks like turquoish in colour. The screen light intensity varies a lot (like a tube light with a bad starter) and the screen would come back to normal for one or two seconds. First the problem seemed to crop up after a couple of hours of usage of the laptop. And the display would be allright when the machine is turned off and turned on after one or two hours, but then again the prob would crop up. This is not a driver/software problem as the display condition is same even when the system is booting up and is in BIOS stage. Does anyone has any clue as to what the problem could be?? I plan to open up the lappie myself.
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18th June 2007, 14:53	#728
devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 213 Times View My Garage	the circuit wire to the lcd has developed a defect or has broken. Get it repaired by a technician.
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5th July 2007, 13:36	#729
BunnyPunia BANNED Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New Delhi Posts: 904 Thanked: 1,511 Times View My Garage	Hi fellas I have been using an Acer lappy for some time now and quite satisfied with it. I m looking at purchasing a laptop for my wife this weekend. She will be using the laptop for making presentations/general surfing/chatting and watching movies. Suggestions on a good laptop for under 35k in Mumbai? I live in Navi Mumbai and wil be going to the Geonet shop (sec 17, vashi).. I m also looking at the finance option.. Ideas/suggestions please sankar : my acer lappy to has developed a similar thing. a one inch wide vertical strip is yellowish in color in the right hand of the screen. some one told me the wire has a prob.. shall be getting it fixed soon Last edited by BunnyPunia : 5th July 2007 at 13:38.
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5th July 2007, 13:53	#731
BunnyPunia BANNED Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New Delhi Posts: 904 Thanked: 1,511 Times View My Garage	Thanks BUSA. Shall try to negotiate on a good deal tomm evening
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5th July 2007, 20:59	#733
neo_gr8est1 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: pune Posts: 33 Thanked: 2 Times	hi Guys am looking for a laptop which will give me good performance for gaming, movies and other general stuff.It would be more of a desktop replacement.My needs are: 17 inch display min 2GB ram Intel core2 duo a very good graphics card(preferably nvidia) a dvd writer The hdd space isnt a concern.I am really impressed by the dell XPS-M1710 (minus the blu-ray).Amazing specs but expensive.Although i could find some good deals on e-bay and something around Rs150000 can be managed. So any more suggestions??And will dell provide assistance for this product since its not launched in India?
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5th July 2007, 23:45	#734
devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 213 Times View My Garage	your only choice for the real stuff is the dell xps. But do wait before buying. dell is ready to unleash something really big. I can tell you this becausethey have lost some good numbers last year and they want to get back. gaming systems are usually high end so be sure that what you buy is future compatible. Nvidia 8K series and ati 2K series are a must (they are dx10 supported)along with a 64-bit dual core cpu. Newer games do make use of these technologies. Last edited by devarshi84 : 5th July 2007 at 23:48.
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6th July 2007, 10:15	#735
lurker Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Tura Posts: 1,613 Thanked: 1,478 Times	Is the Asus G2S available in India ? Their website doesn't mention it, but I read somewhere a while ago about Asus talking about the G1 and G2 in India. The G2S is the one with the Santa Rosa I believe.
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