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 ASUS k40AB/k50AB: HD 4570 for just RM2K!, Light gaming on the cheap

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post Jul 18 2009, 09:41 AM

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Dumb me,what's the difference between QL64 & RM-74 Proc?

i supposed the dell studio 15 (1555) has the similiar gpu, but only on intel cpu?
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post Jul 20 2009, 01:16 PM

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QUOTE(sordanny @ Jul 20 2009, 01:08 PM)
any guide on how to game long periods without the game shutting down???
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Use AC power ..no problem gaming 365days rolleyes.gif
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post Sep 12 2009, 09:51 PM

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QUOTE(Darkmage12 @ Sep 12 2009, 09:46 PM)
which shop selling 1999 for 320GB? anyway who knows the pricing for k50AB? A few pages back they said the price is the same but i cant seem to find it
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k50ab rm1999

digital mall PJ has a few of them...not sure if it's possible to get lower than tat

tempted to get one tis wkend myself
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post Sep 12 2009, 11:48 PM

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QUOTE(Hico @ Sep 12 2009, 11:35 PM)
but i dun think dell can get any spec close to this with rm2k only lo...now my choice is this or acer 4736g.. but seems like a lot of problem with acer this model too after read the forum ..  blush.gif  too bad k series which with intel processor come with weaker gc but higher price..  sad.gif


Added on September 12, 2009, 11:35 pmare you guys using vista or xp?
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Dell's closest offer is studio 15, which is doing rm2699 now.

Actually, if you do a fair comparison, it has Ori OS, faster 4570 memory speed . 320gb and excellent top notch service, it's about equal to the price of Asus ( taking account OS, and some minor hardware upgrades from dell)
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post Sep 13 2009, 10:38 PM

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Ah couldn't resist the temptation

got k50ab rm1930..

added rm20 more for 1gb rams.

bought@ evernew lowyat.

good bargain. Hot models, as many shops do not have stock
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post Sep 14 2009, 04:19 PM

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QUOTE(-kytz- @ Sep 14 2009, 03:05 PM)
Both specs are literally the same except 1 is 14" and the other 15.6"
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yeah to add, k50ab has numpad KB layout..useful if ur used to it

Ah, all in all, no matter k40/50..both are same specs
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post Sep 14 2009, 06:38 PM

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QUOTE(yw88 @ Sep 14 2009, 06:35 PM)
How about Dell studio 14 or dell inspiron 14.....can beat asus k40ab mah???
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u can't get anything better with ati 4570for this price
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post Sep 14 2009, 11:03 PM

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QUOTE(wah chai @ Sep 14 2009, 10:49 PM)
k40ab heat got little problem.make me worry to buy it
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LIKE IT HAS BEEN SAID MANY MANY TIMES, there's no heat issues. Already mentioned a zillion times, and yet it has to be mentioned over again..gosh..some ppl juz do not understand doh.gif
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post Sep 15 2009, 08:35 AM

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QUOTE(NaGeNaZ @ Sep 15 2009, 03:05 AM)
Same day same shop. Hihi.. laugh.gif
Believe me its pretty enough, The proof is in front of me.  icon_rolleyes.gif
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mm, u were around there @ 6pm? a few malay guys? hehe
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post Sep 16 2009, 02:06 AM

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juz setup and install win7 on k50ab. definitely love this lappy, considering its price. tweaking around k10stats to lower volt to the max

overal..no complaints. thumbup.gif
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post Sep 16 2009, 10:32 AM

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QUOTE(karkadeeh @ Sep 16 2009, 09:17 AM)
using windows vista ultimate sp 2 now. way better than xp. only the contrast is boot time so long. no problem so far compared to xp.
all drivers installed from cd except graphic card driver is version 090519.
for some reason my fan speed sooooo fast O_o .Is that good for long term?
on powergear entertainment mode, hd3200, temperature is around 52±5 degree[not k10stat involved], no aircond. seems a "bit' noisy though from the fan. and the iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinggggggggggggggggg sound still exist  rclxub.gif

problem encountered when using xp:
high temperature- idle is 75±5 degree...
very slow fan speed- maybe thats why temperature is high.
very slow when on battery, selalu sangkut2
cant use powerxpress to switch to onboard gpu

conclusion, use vista laa. very regret using xp before, wasting so much time trying to find driver and installing etc.
to utilize all function available on this laptop without hassle, i really recommend vista.


Added on September 16, 2009, 9:21 am

get the laptop or netbook that last long ah. 8hours like acer timeline and other brand that i dont know.
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I installed x86 win7. No problems so far, the only driver needed is the 4570. i would conclude, hassle free with win7, only driver needed is the ATi.

Power xpress seemed to work fine, but when it resumes from standby, there are a few flicker screens, which i assumed is normal

Tried crysis warhead, smooth (at level 2 graphics- mainstream) . i was suprised myself @ the performance.

Managed to K10stats it down to 2.1ghz @ 1.050v. (Orthos stable). Palm rest is cool even @ full load.

overall, a 9/10. definitely bang for the buck.

QUOTE(Dguy @ Sep 16 2009, 10:07 AM)
hi guys,

would any of u know which shop can I get the K50AB? I have tried calling around, but seems to me that no stock for it... only k40AB...

i know its just the screen size and keypad...

does the K50AB screen provide better images or not much difference with K40AB?

Thanks!
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You could try Evernew @ LYP , i bought mine @ rm1950(with +1gb ram). That's bout the cheapest it could go. other shops rm1999 - 2099. yes, stocks are scarce. i went to nearly all the shops to ask for it.

digital mall (PJ), i rmbred selling 1999rm. evernew too
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post Sep 17 2009, 09:37 AM

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QUOTE(NaGeNaZ @ Sep 17 2009, 02:19 AM)
My K50 fan does not spin fast enough. The average temperature is  about 78'C for normal use (internet, music, etc) even though i use cooler pad. Is this normal ? Some user reporting high fan spin but mine doesn't. It just blows very slowly sometimes mildly.  I am using Vista SP2 by the way. I wonder why...?
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I'm using Win 7, surfing around 78-82C (room temp) ..doesn't spin FAST too..
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QUOTE(simonsii @ Sep 17 2009, 11:22 AM)
hi, may i know what are the steps to upgrade BIOS version (2.03 to 2.13)?
thx in advance
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jzu save the bios file in any of ur drive(harddrive, thumbdrive), then go to bios, and flash it. Browse to the folder destination that u placed the BIOS file in. easy

QUOTE(wah chai @ Sep 17 2009, 11:40 AM)
guys and girls,is hd4570 better than hd3200?
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yes 4570 is better by MILES
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post Sep 17 2009, 02:00 PM

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[quote=simonsii,Sep 17 2009, 12:35 PM]
[quote=kucingfight,Sep 17 2009, 11:56 AM]
jzu save the bios file in any of ur drive(harddrive, thumbdrive), then go to bios, and flash it. Browse to the folder destination that u placed the BIOS file in. easy

thanks smile.gif


Added on September 17, 2009, 12:46 pmbut why it failed to detect GPU after BIOS upgrading?? it shows only "Standard VGA Graphics Adapter" instead of HD4570 or 3200??
plz help me to fix it.....
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did u choose dGPU only? instead of powerexpress?
i assumed u've installed the catalyst driver tru DNA mod ?
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post Sep 17 2009, 03:34 PM

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QUOTE(simonsii @ Sep 17 2009, 03:07 PM)
Now I realized that after I upgraded my K50AB to BIOS 213, it did not reboot after upgrading. While, I need to press Power On button to start it.
[Power express mode] It can only detected ATI 3200; it will say HD 4570 is not working properly because Windows cannot load the drivers required for this device. (Code 31)
[dGPU mode] Totally insane, it can only detect Standard VGA Video Adapter... wordless
I am using GPU driver download from Asus website with the link from page 1.

Is there anyone can help me!!!!  rclxub.gif  rclxub.gif
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1. yes it will shut down after flashing. u hav2 power on again
2. mine have no prob, detected 4570 properly (dGPUmode). did u follow the proper way of DNA modding?
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QUOTE(simonsii @ Sep 17 2009, 03:46 PM)
What is the proper way of DNA modding? I have no idea about it...  blush.gif
Can u plz explain to me, thx
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Here.....
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QUOTE(simonsii @ Sep 17 2009, 04:45 PM)
I reinstall the driver with following the steps, but the problem still occured..  cry.gif
Still "Standard VGA Graphic Adapter" in dGPU mode.
Any solution??  icon_question.gif
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mm funny, newest catalsys 9.9?

QUOTE(astria @ Sep 17 2009, 04:57 PM)
tried AMD drivers???
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iianm, AMD doesnt yet hav the INF for '4570'..pretty dumb lol
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btw for those who are unfamiliar in using K10Stats.

refer here
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post Sep 18 2009, 09:36 AM

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QUOTE(NaGeNaZ @ Sep 18 2009, 01:39 AM)
Whats the lowest stable voltage for P0 and P1 using K10Stats? Can anyone go lower than recommended value in the first page? (P0:1.1v, P1:0.9v)
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for P1 (1050mhz) = lowest possible is 0.90v(volt) for 2.1ghz..mileage varies..i'm doing 1.05v now..aiming to test further still
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QUOTE(simonsii @ Sep 18 2009, 12:55 PM)
Oh, really...  hmm.gif
U mean modded CCC 9.9 driver from http://www.driverheaven.net/modtool??
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mm did u REALLY follow the procedures correctly?

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