News Dell XPS 15 is back! ~ rm2999 ~ It has launch!, Core i5, GT420M, 4GB, 500GB, JBL subwoof
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 Dec 3 2010, 05:09 PM
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QUOTE(J.J @ Dec 3 2010, 04:16 PM) Switchable graphics only for i5 + GT420M GT435M must go with i7 so not switchable  here is the link to Nvidia website  :http://www.nvidia.com/object/product-geforce-gt-435m-us.html |
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Dec 3 2010, 05:42 PM
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QUOTE(J.J @ Dec 3 2010, 05:27 PM) It's not switchable in Dell's case as they only bundled i7 quad core with GT435M. I see, I ordered the core i7 model , Do you think Dell XPS 15 is compatible with Ubuntu ? I mean will the wifi card or the graphic card give me trouble with Ubuntu for drivers and stuff? Does anybody know why they don't offer the Dell XPS 17 in Malaysia ? Out of curiosity is it possible to order Dell laptops from other country Dell website (Dell XPS 17) and have it delivered to Malaysia?? has anybody done that |
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Dec 3 2010, 05:49 PM
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QUOTE(lee_what2004 @ Dec 3 2010, 05:46 PM) ^You can't use your nVidia in Ubuntu/Linux, since Optimus need to use API in Windows 7... Thanks.So you will be stuck with just Intel HD if using Linux... Yes, you can order from other country Dell's, but it will only send to that country, you will need other person in that country to send it to you... |
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Dec 3 2010, 07:02 PM
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QUOTE(lee_what2004 @ Dec 3 2010, 06:17 PM) Oh, read mistaken, that one is apply for i5 model, for i7 shouldn't be problem with using the nVidia card... Oh I see that is great  one more question what is this option all about I saw on dell website "Anodized Aluminium LCD Back Cover (for WWAN/6300 wireless/Tv tuner)" for WWAN does it mean we can put simcard inside the laptop and straightway use Wireless broadband , what does WWAN mean here ? |
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Dec 3 2010, 07:15 PM
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QUOTE(lee_what2004 @ Dec 3 2010, 07:04 PM) That only means it has the additional antenna needed for WWAN/6300 Wireless/Tv tuner (or at least what I understand), you still need the WWAN module if want to use the sim card... alright, thanks , Can't wait to get mine , DD is for 9th Dec , but order status says it has already arrived at the Main hub, so hopefully I will get it sooner  |
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Dec 4 2010, 10:43 AM
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I was also wondering about cooler pad , do you guys think it is better to get one of those with single 12 cm fans , or better to have 3 or 2 fans?
many people suggest Cooler Master U3 , but I am thinking doesn't a 12 cm fan move more air around , and it must be quieter than the cooler pads with many fans right ???? but I have no experience with that? |
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Dec 4 2010, 11:02 AM
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QUOTE(J.J @ Dec 4 2010, 08:54 AM) I originally planned to get the XPS 15 without OS and install Ubuntu with it. thanks for the links . I looked at the Ubuntu forum , people were talking about the problems they have with XPS 15 when they use it with Ubuntu OS , such as webcam doesn't work , brightness adjustment works , and stuff like that, I think better to run it on virtual machine like you said for now until the problems get sorted , I wish Dell would have put out drivers for Linux that would have been so much easier So, I have done some simple research for drivers. Even if ubuntu failed to recognize GT435M, driver can be easily obtained from NVIDIA so no worry. Download link for 32-bit: LINUX DISPLAY DRIVER - X86 Download link for 64-bit: LINUX X64 (AMD64/EM64T) DISPLAY DRIVER For Intel 6200/6300 wireless adapter, refer to Intel's wireless projects for Linux Too bad, buying from Dell online must have the OS installed. So, I decided to go if Win 7 and run ubuntu in Virtual Machines rather than a clean install for the time being.  , you can check it out here at this link. http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1618801&page=3 |
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Dec 4 2010, 11:42 AM
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hmmm you are right that is very large.Do you guys think it would fit a 17inch laptop messenger bag??.
Dell XPS 15 Dimensions: Width: 15" (381mm) Height: 1.3" (32.2mm) front /1.5" (38.2mm) back) Depth: 10.4" (265.4mm) Weight: Starting weight of 2.78k with 6-cell battery; 2.96kg with 9-cell battery U2 Dimensions : Dimension (W / H / D) 343 x 266 x 58.6mms U3 Dimensions: Dimension (W / H / D) 420 x 320 x 65 mm This post has been edited by JasonMania: Dec 4 2010, 11:44 AM |
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Dec 4 2010, 07:30 PM
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QUOTE(Casperwinde @ Dec 4 2010, 05:40 PM) ya...cooler is th essential Anybody knows how much are they selling u3 at shops now ?i would take u3 cos it hav 3 fans |
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Dec 4 2010, 07:42 PM
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Alright thanks, I guess I go buy my cooler first till my laptop arrives.
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Dec 6 2010, 10:02 AM
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QUOTE(J.J @ Dec 6 2010, 08:43 AM) I ordered mine on 29th/30th Nov as well and my current EDD is 9th Dec. I ordered mine on 25th Nov , and my EDD is also on 9th Nov.So, it make sense for makubexong and my EDD to be close together. Difference is I customized more options than him so I guess the number of customizations doesn't matter. More likely to be Dell is finally on track with their production line. Just need to check whether will Dell postpone the EDD. -------------------------------------------------- Anyone here ordered the Belkin Evo 4G backpack? Need some comments to decide whether to keep it or get another one. Thanks. Added on December 6, 2010, 10:20 amI just received a call from Dell to confirm my address ,and they said they will be bringing my laptop tomorrow before 5 pm. This post has been edited by JasonMania: Dec 6 2010, 10:20 AM |
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Dec 6 2010, 11:13 AM
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QUOTE(vampvess @ Dec 6 2010, 10:44 AM) I wonder why you can get it by tomorrow? I called to them just now, they said tomorrow is public holiday and not possible to deliver it to me. Have to wait until wednesday. Public holiday ? what holiday is it ? May be its KL only holiday? |
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Dec 6 2010, 05:40 PM
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QUOTE(Casperwinde @ Dec 6 2010, 04:55 PM) oh...so our temp is quite similiar also la... Yea it will exceed by 4 cm based on the numbers below oh ya...so the u2 can fit xps 15 exactly or the laptop edge is exceed from the cooler edge?? Dell XPS 15 Dimensions: Width: 15" (381mm) Height: 1.3" (32.2mm) front /1.5" (38.2mm) back) Depth: 10.4" (265.4mm) Weight: Starting weight of 2.78k with 6-cell battery; 2.96kg with 9-cell battery U2 Dimensions : Dimension (W / H / D) 343 x 266 x 58.6mms U3 Dimensions: Dimension (W / H / D) 420 x 320 x 65 mm |
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Dec 6 2010, 06:08 PM
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QUOTE(vernon91 @ Dec 6 2010, 05:56 PM) Direct x Video Acceleration......using GPU to decode video... What is the advantage of doing this ? |
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Dec 6 2010, 06:22 PM
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QUOTE(lee_what2004 @ Dec 6 2010, 06:09 PM) less CPU usage.. I see ...  |
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Dec 7 2010, 09:24 AM
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I just got mine , Yaya , now going to do unboxing next post is going to be from my new Dell XPS 15.
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Dec 7 2010, 10:35 AM
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sorry to hear you guys still have to wait.
but trust me it will worth the wait , this laptop is amazing , specially the screen and the sound quality. |
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Dec 7 2010, 10:53 AM
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QUOTE(ubeyou @ Dec 7 2010, 10:42 AM) can i know ur spec? Full HD Screen? Core i7Full HD B+RGLED 8 GB RAM 9 cell battery wifi intel 6300 nvidia gt 435m 640 GB HDD Backlit keyboard |
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Dec 7 2010, 01:42 PM
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QUOTE(vampvess @ Dec 7 2010, 12:25 PM) I called to Dell yesterday... And they said today is public holiday and no one working... How come you will received it!? They said mine only can receive it by tomorrow... haizzz.... Don't know they just called around 9:00 am they said they will be coming in 10 mins , around 9:15 I got my laptop.Never mind la it is just one more day only. |
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Dec 8 2010, 02:15 PM
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Where do you guys get your games from ?
Any shop you can recommend , whether online shop or a psychical shop ? I want to get GTA IV for PC , |
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