Doesn't matter I guess, I'm getting the GTX770 and an upgrade isn't warranted at the price Dell will quote for the upgrade. Better to upgrade to a GTX880 once that's out.

By that time though, I'll be in the market for a new machine. Alienware 18 would be the best choice, but warranty issues because they don't sell it in the country. I spoke to Dell and they say that they don't and won't help with warranty if anything goes wrong. I was told that Dell US will bypass those sales people and get someone there to fix the machine anyway but no confirmation. I'll try to contact them and see soon. Local Dell also said they don't sell it in Singapore.

Singapore does, but again they don't let you configure it as you want. Dell is always trying to shove some configuration down your throat, not something I like.

So we'll see, might be turning to other brands that allow you to configure every piece of hardware you want.

I just don't understand why they force configurations down our throats. I mean, it's not that the configuration is dependent on the other options. You don't need the highest processor to run the GTX780. You can have a pretty solid system even on the 4700. Anyway, no use going on and on about it. Dell does allow you to custom the machine accordingly I believe, but it's a lot more expensive and you have to do it directly with the sales person who are usually clueless about anything except their support manuals. Sager might be worth going back to, or maybe try Illegear.

They've been unhelpful no matter what I ask them recently, they don't give me options, they just want me to say yes and move on.

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I'm guessing the sales people could open their mouths to say that the parts are not available. Instead of their usual "NO" without any further explanation.

how much did you get the 7260 for? Thinking of getting the Asus router as well.

Received sms, the replacement Aw17 is being delivered tomorrow. I'll have it for Christmas. Unfortunately I'm away for the holidays so will have to ask them to keep it till after the New Year. Just as well, lots of work once I get it. Have to switch the drive, reinstall the operating system, transfer the data from the second drive to the new second drive. Sigh. This machine better not be problematic.

I won't be upgrading to the 780. Will wait for 880 to be available then make the upgrade!

Yeah, busy with the PS4 right now anyway.

Yeah, spending so much on GTX770 to GTX780 isn't going to be much of a difference so I'm going to save my money. Wait for the GTX880 or something. When is that out?

I replied to the Dell survey with some comments about how unsatisfied I was with the replacement GPU. All the customers in the US who get replacements for their 7970M are receiving the GTX 780M card. So I'm not sure why I only received the GTX 770M card. I feel it's a down grade of sorts because the GTX 780M even isn't doing that great at the moment.

I'll replace the machine and upgrade to a GTX880 + or whatever that's available next year sometime. Perhaps get a 18 instead of the 17.

This was delivered today morning

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Looks and feels so different

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Need to transfer all the stuff over tonight, also the SSD. The new laptop is way too slow compared to my old one

Still deciding if I should stick with Windows 8.1 or go back to Windows 7 Ultimate.

This post has been edited by refnulf: Jan 3 2014, 02:52 PM

I'll have to do it, which OS do you recommend?

Forced to use it because my father's laptop is running it, always have to do something for him. So I hate the OS. I'll go back to Windows 7 Ultimate till I'm forced to use Windows 8.1

Maybe when I upgrade the computer next year or so.

After a few days, it doesn't look so bad

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Haven't done a single thing. Been busy PS4'ing.

Yeah, done. It's pretty amazing. Not much lag so far but only tested with KZ.

Played Knack using remote play, there was some lag and it disconnected after a while. I think it's because of my wireless router though. I have heard that remote play isn't quite perfect as of yet. Maybe after a few updates!

Yes, I always cover the webcam area with a sticker just in case. No telling who might be watching.

I'd suggest extended warranty if you find yourself unlucky with the machine, I have had a ton of problems too. Mostly GPU, but also with the LCD and the touchpad. These computers will last years, so good if you can have extended warranty.

Think I'm going to just stick with Win 8.1

Guess I'll have to use it eventually, so might as well get use to it now. Sigh.

Having a problem with the new machine, haven't really been using it but when I log into the system there's a problem earlier. I try to launch any program and a black screen appears with the battery icon blinking at the top left hand corner.

Then a few seconds after that it logs out and goes to the login page (with the time and date/battery/wifi icon)

Any idea what that is? I can't launch a single thing, can't get to desktop either. Just the window with all the program panes. Can't get to control panel either. It just goes blank and logs me out.

This post has been edited by refnulf: Jan 6 2014, 12:19 PM