hey guyz, need some input here
Between Asus G53sx -s2108V and G73SW-XN2, which one is a better pick?
So far i only saw ppl in here selling G53SX with hd screen, while 1 other seller is selling a G73sw with a FHD screen. Im more leaning towards G53SX but the screen resolution is turning me off. Appreciate if someone can shed
some input

Youtube got alot of guide on how to disassemble the parts on G53. I especially like this how to install 2nd harddrive video by XOTIC PC
It is clear and easy to understand. I tried to access the hadrdisk and add ram on my own. I thought it would be hard but it turn out to be quite easy

Oh ya guys, need some help here
does the backlight use software/drive to function? cos my backlight doesnt seem to light up now. nothing happen when i press the backlight button or Fn+F4.

im not to sure but you could try

yup, its quite easy. You just took the keyboard off and you can already access the empty ram slot. It doesnt involve taking out any screw.

@DoubleU
Yup the ATK package is still im my computer but i dont know why i cant use the backlight

The light does come out a few second during boot up so i think its not a hardware problem, more like a driver problem

add on: nvm bro, it working now. It turn out my previous ATK file got corrupted. I tried reinstall it again and it work perfectly. lol silly me

This post has been edited by Volt: Nov 22 2011, 12:02 AM

@DoubleU
i need a laptop for my work and assignment. that pc is for my home use.

@riku2replica
im not sure if i place it at the right sequence, i just place at slot that is empty above the stock 4gb ram. which slot did you place bro?

Dont worry thats normal,
when you buy a new hdd lets say 640gb, you wont get exactly 640gb empty space.

I use a different bag instead
Brand everki bought it for RM80 from All IT lowyat. Can support laptop up to 17'
Didnt bother using the bag that Asus give out. Too small

Yea it will fit but a bit too tight for my liking. Later if I force it to much it will worn out fast. So thats why I use a different bag.
Here is the bag that Im currently using. The quality is not the best but my G53sx fit nice in it.

To me 8gb is enough for me to open alot of project in illustrator CS5 . For ppl who use 3d/video software the large amount of ram will help but for gaming suppose - no, it doesnt help.

If you guyz planning to add another ram, occupied the slot under the keyboard first. It will run dual channel with your existing ram.

its not that hard, once you try it you will be surprise how easy it is

yup, mine also have. nothing to worry about, its not obvious when looking in front of the screen

im using CM Storm SF-19, that cooler is a monster. It uses 2 normal 14cm casing fan that is adjustable and the best part is u can switch it with any other fan. It also have multi color led light for bling bling. The only con that i think is that, u have to plug in a power adapter to turn on the fan and all that nice stuff.



This post has been edited by Volt: Nov 30 2011, 04:01 AM

you can adjust the speed depending on your preference

In my case, I haven't try it yet. That game really does require alot of power to play it on the highest setting. Even a gtx570 straggle a bit when ubersampling is on. I really wanted to try it on the laptop but sister forget where she place it last time adeh.....

So far already tried Crysis 1&2, BF3, MW3, and Drangon Age 2. All can play on mid/highest setting

I also face that problem at the first time but i then realize that you have to slightly/gently push the ram into the connector before clipping it

@xxxcriminal and Bluzzy
Is there any special procedure how to transfer the recovery partition into the ssd?
Im plannning to change to ssd too but I still not sure how to copy that partition. Mind shed some light?

This post has been edited by Volt: Dec 1 2011, 01:53 PM

Yea, I also wonder why this laptop a bit different. Usually I would do is just clip it and good to go but this 1 need some minor adjusting before clipping.

Saw your channel running on dual. I think everything is fine. How bout running some gaming to test it.

@Bluzzy and xxxcriminal
so basically we dont always need the recovery partition to start up the window?

Lol - silly me, I tot the recovery partition is a requirement for the bios. Dont no where i got that from. I must misread it somewhere. In that case I might join you guyz soon

Nice, thanks for sharing. That help alot

About the ssd.... Im not sure, im considering either Crucial, Corsair or Intel. Eying on 120GB at least.