sifu the coupon works! but only one. the one that gives you more discount. hehehehehe. the other one didnt work.

These?
11.6"
U270DX, AMD E-450 + AMD HD6320M@RM1199, 2 years warranty, FreeDOS

14"
MSI CR460X B950 + Intel HD3000@RM1199, FreeDOS, 2 years warranty, color: black

then ignore the light weight requirement and what else u got thr



This post has been edited by vernon91: Jul 25 2012, 04:41 PM

14" (prices in RRP, can bargain)
Asus A43Sd- VX419V/420V/421V/422V, i5-2450M + Nvidia GT610M@RM1899[2.4kg], W7HP, 2GB, 500GB(5400rpm), colors: black/blue/red/white
Dell Inspiron 14 (N4050), i3-2350M + Intel HD3000@RM1799[2.2kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm)
Dell Vostro 3450, i3-2350M + Intel HD3000@RM1819, 4GB, 500GB(7200rpm), W7HB
Fujitsu LifeBook LH531, i3-2350M + Nvidia G410M@RM1910[2.1kg], 4GB, 640GB, spill-resistant keyboard, colors: black/maroon/pink *prices should be much cheaper now
HP Pavilion G4-2110TU, i3-3110M + Intel HD4000@RM1799, 2GB, 500GB(5400rpm), W7HP
Lenovo G470, i5-2450M + AMD HD6370M@RM1899, 4GB, 500GB, W7HP; color: grey
Toshiba Satellite L840-1001, i3-2350M + Intel HD3000@RM1699[2.12kg], 2GB, 640GB, W7HP

The HP is currently the only one running on Ivy Bridge processor. Not that you'll notice much differences if you're only using it for normal stuffs
I would recommend the Vostro 3450 over the others because of the faster HDD speed, program load times would be shorter, leading to a faster computing experience

However, do take note that the Vostro 3450 runs on W7 Home Basic instead of Home Premium ya.

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Jul 25 2012, 04:59 PM

thanks a lot agn dude, don worry about the technical part....it just that i haven looking for lappy news for months....so thats y i need recommendation

[Ultrabook] M5-481TG-53316G12, i5-3317U + Nvidia GT640M LE + 128GB SSD [1.85kg], 6GB, W7HP rm2899
Vaio SVS13116FGB (Black), i5-3210M + Nvidia GT640M LE + 640GB(5400rpm)[1.72kg], 4GB W7HP rm3299
[Ultrabook] UX32VD-R3001V, i5-3317U + Nvidia GT620M + 24GB SSD + 500GB HDD[1.3kg], 4GB, W7HP rm2999

couldnt make up my mind :/ anyone heard any additional comments (that will likely make me make my mind) on this 3 models excluding spec on paper?

price about the same, ram 4gb and 6gb wont bring big diff, clearly 2 models have btr GPU, 2 models have SSD, on design, i heard M5 is pretty fat compare to the other 2 (vaio S is magnesium somemore) CPU no big difference but ULV ones will provide more battery life (big advantage)

This post has been edited by quest_5692: Jul 25 2012, 06:20 PM

1. Preferred Brand : Toshiba, other brand fine except acer
2. Budget: RM 3000 with win7 + office
3. Usage: student use, multimedia, gaming, travel
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 14" or lighter

Looking for a laptop which will go to UK for further studies 2 years. As such warranty will be quite important, can provide recommendations for good laptops with win7 and office.

I try on few i5 models but all not working, I already top up my budget to Rm2k, now 2799 again? Lol...

Not asking you to top up, just asking you to try again and see whether the coupons work or not... its the same model anyway
Or just PM "putochip123" ba haha, I bet he can give even better price

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Jul 25 2012, 07:09 PM

Tough choice there bro
The UX32 is definitely out because of the weak GPU...
But in between the M5 and the Vaio.. not easy to decide haha

For the Vaio, you can refer here for more details Seems pretty awesome~
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=53197794

This one would be the best
Not exactly very light compared to ultraportable 14 inchers, but it does pack quite a punch!
Lenovo Y480, i7-3610QM + Nvidia GT650(GDDR5)@RM2499[JBL], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), backlit keyboard, FreeDOS, 2 years international warranty

Use the remaining money to buy an OS, get Microsoft Office (Universities usually offer for free), and extend warranty to 3 years...

Of course, you can consider buying there a well

Haha, i will try on i7 model soon. "putochip123" got any thread on garage sales? If got seller from JB then good, i can COD from them. If i just get from Dell shop at JB, only can get on retails price lo...

Anyone can teach me step by step how to install the thing in free dos y480

This post has been edited by deadmeat2012: Jul 26 2012, 02:57 AM

Here's his sales thread: http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...&hl=putochip123

Not sure whether he COD there or not haha, but he is known to drive from Alor Setar to KL for COD

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Added on July 26, 2012, 9:39 amOversimplified version:
1. Buy a Legit copy of windows
2. Insert DVD into Drive.
3. Turn on Laptop, and hit F8 for the boot selection menu (You can hit esc key first to see the various details/options)
4. Select DVD/CD Rom
5. Install Windows 7

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Jul 26 2012, 09:39 AM

Yo guys, need advice again. This time, it is a new laptop for my girl.

1. Preferred Brand: Nothing in mind but requires something trustable, this is a office laptop purchase.
2. Budget: Not more than RM5000.
3. Usage: Word docs, minor code compilation/development.
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: No specific laptop/screensize yet. Needs to be light and easy to carry around for a small-sized lady. I am thinking of a high-end ultrabook but friends have recommended of looking at MacbookAir instead.

Good warranty/coverage is preferred as well.

hey guys, i'm hunting for a new laptop now and it's been a real pain in the arse. my requirements:

1. Preferred Brand : any brand except acer
2. Budget: RM 3000 w or w/o os
3. Usage: development, multimedia, gaming, travel
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 14" matte or lighter, no glossy

the real killer part is finding a good matte display notebook. i can't stand glossy screens was considering the samsung ultra 5 series but they only provide 1 year warranty.

Good warranty, then this:
Dell
13"
[Ultrabook] XPS13, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 128GB SSD@RM3499[1.36kg], 4GB, external optical drive
[Ultrabook] XPS13, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 256GB SSD@RM4399[1.36kg], 4GB, external optical drive

*but do take note that these XPS 13 are only running on the older Sandy Bridge platform, not Ivy Bridge. If you would prefer newer technology (and that compatibility issues are not a problem), then can consider the MBA 13 priced at RM3699.

Either the Dell or MBA, do opt for 3 years warranty @RM799

Haha, thanks TJ - you are as fast as usual lol.

Quick question, the Asus Zenbooks not recommended? I am interested with the MBA also but only concern is, my girl only used XP/Win7 all the while - not sure if it is a good/worthwhile choice to buy a MBA and install Win7 on it. Need to get something that will last at least 3-5 years (if possible) for her.

Nah, getting old, not that fast anymore hehe
God lee_what2004 was the fastest

Well, like you said you could always install Windows too in the MBA
ZenBook is very nice to be honest, especially the ZenBook prime with the awesome FullHD IPS screen~ But then you said you wanted good warranty support, Asus is unfortunately not excelling in that particular aspect

Actually, I mentioned of good warranty support was just in case that it kaput and I need to bring it in for servicing. Especially the fact that this is a purchase sponsored by her company, she will have a hard time explaining to the boss if her laptop breaks down and I can't get people to fix it, haha.

If you have the choice, which one will you shoot for? MBA? Zenbook? XPS? Or any other ultrabook?