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Hardware [USER REVIEW] Sager/Clevo Horize NP8150 (P150HM), Gaming: i7-2720QM w/ NVIDIA GTX 485m

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post Apr 30 2011, 03:05 AM

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QUOTE(thieflord @ Apr 30 2011, 03:48 AM)
how is the thx speaker?
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The speakers are amazing. 5.1 settings work on it, and the bass is very strong. It somewhat needs fiddling with the THX software that was included with it. And glow in the dark stickers are one option as I also use it on my netbook...although the labels will block the Clevo function keys off (if used), which are quite useful.

QUOTE(likazar @ Apr 30 2011, 04:05 AM)
i see...reading your review again, i just realised that they didnt hv any backlit keyboard. so sad to know that sad.gif that is one of the most important feature for me...i guess i hv to pass sad.gif . btw, thanx Lamp. u hv been such a great help smile.gif
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That's alright. Some people are looking for specific features in their laptops anyway tongue.gif
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post May 7 2011, 06:13 AM

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Added Crysis 2 Gameplay smile.gif
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post May 9 2011, 02:53 PM

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QUOTE(Irfan2397 @ May 9 2011, 03:57 PM)
Do you think I can get cheaper atelsewhere for this specs?this price is quoted bya forumer Prince J
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I did a similar config on XoticPC, the price got up to $4.2K, about RM12-13K. This isn't including shipping. so maybe it is about RM14K. About.
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post May 16 2011, 10:21 AM

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QUOTE(iiee @ May 12 2011, 09:14 PM)
aiyo, i am sooo headache to make decision on this notebook.  The keyboard layout is really killing, I do word processing a lot and keys like home, end, pg up, pg down are commonly used. 
Can those keys become direct key if numlock is off?

I can tolerate keyboard without backlit, i can tolerate awkward numpad, but i cannot tolerate the home end pgup pgdn key...
I never expect keyboard can become a decisive factor for notebook zzz...

Another notebook i am considering is the Dell M4600.  It offers everything i need except for the poor graphic card (~10% slower than 460m).

For Clevo i get only VGA but lose on dock station, keyboard, expresscard, 3G built in, 2nd hdd, warranty support.

Some rooms for upgrade for Clevo could be another plus point.
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Yes they can be direct keys when numlock is off. In fact, if you're worried about the numpad, you can download programs that change the mapping of your keys. So by this, you can change your numpad to be your own macro'ed keys (e.g. Home, Pg Up etc.)


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post May 30 2011, 07:59 PM

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QUOTE(iiee @ May 21 2011, 11:19 PM)
I don't see the need for soundcard if buying this laptop actually for portable use.  Addtional soundcard is needed if 5.1 channels sound is required and connected to 5.1 speakers.
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Realtek soundcards are average still.

The Creative SB 5.1 enhances the sound, like there's a really big gap between a Realtek and a Creative card.
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post Jun 9 2011, 03:08 PM

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I don't have a 3G module sorry sad.gif. But I did saw the slot for it, pretty easy to get to in fact.
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post Jul 10 2011, 04:46 PM

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QUOTE(Kk17nD @ Jul 7 2011, 11:57 PM)
Hi Lamp, I just ordered the NP8150 from XoticPC (just entered Phase 2 yesterday) with specs similar to yours except I got the Intel 320 80GB and I also have the Cryo LX. Thanks to your review, I am getting all pumped up to receive my system! Can't wait! tongue.gif

Edit: By the way, could you please point me the direction of the instructions for modding your Cryo LX? I am interested in cleaning out the fans in mine and probably mod in some new fans as well. smile.gif
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Thanks for reading smile.gif I'm sure you'll be amazed by the system. Sorry for the late replies though.

Anyway, if you'd like to mod your CryoLX, then look here:

http://forum.notebookreview.com/accessorie...dell-m1730.html

I based my mods from the user above. Similar, if not the same procedures smile.gif
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post Jul 12 2011, 07:21 AM

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Well, it's not difficult haha.

There's just a number of screws that you need to track down and dismantle. Two things that you need to be wary of; not pulling off the cable that connects the fans to the controller (I mean violently smile.gif ), and the right airflow when placing the fans. Once placing the fans, check if the airflow is pushing cold air upwards...you can try checking this by placing an A4 paper on top of the grill mesh then see if it flies away, or hovers on the mesh.

All in all, it's actually a really easy mod and looks great after. Oh, ONE VERY IMPORTANT THING. You need a 12V DC adapter from NZXT to power desktop fans at full speed. If your packaging doesn't include it (it didn't come with mine), you can order a replacement DC adapter from NZXT for free!

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post Jul 14 2011, 09:38 AM

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QUOTE(TruthHurts @ Jul 12 2011, 11:39 PM)
Whats the different between screen size of 17 inch and 15 inch to a GTX485? Frame rate decrease as the screen gets bigger ?
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Usually this is the case, just as Kk17nD says above.

QUOTE(Kk17nD @ Jul 13 2011, 10:56 PM)
I think I got the adapter, will have to go home to check the voltage again. All in all, good tips, will copy and paste to Word. tongue.gif

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Okay! I've been reading about not connecting the USB ports to your PC or to any peripherals due to the high voltage load/high current load. I'm not entirely sure but I've seen accounts that said their stuff got fried. To this point, I never used the USB ports on my CryoLX for safety measures tongue.gif

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