I'm thinking of VX Evolution.
DELL XPS M1330 FANS CLUB #2, The saga goes on....
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 May 31 2008, 11:08 PM
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I just ordered a Red product unit today. Any idea which mouse to get? I'll need an accurate one for photo editing.
I'm thinking of VX Evolution. |
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Jun 1 2008, 01:35 AM
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No mouse for Red product.
Function wise and performance Logitech VX way better than Dell one. It's laser sensor afterall. (Btw, already order and paid not just want to buy  )This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 1 2008, 02:13 AM |
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Jun 1 2008, 11:16 AM
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After calculating the price after customizing, if you want longer warranty, Red is actually cheaper. It comes with Vista Ultimate.
Just no bluetooth mouse. Get RM500 rebate. |
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Jun 2 2008, 07:34 PM
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U just received it?
Try take out the battery and power on without it. If can, try re-insert the battery and power on only after AC adapter charged the battery for a few minute and see if you can turn on with the battery. Added on June 2, 2008, 7:52 pm QUOTE(tamade @ Jun 2 2008, 04:10 PM) I don't agreed that every electronics hardware are going to have problem after 6 months... This is totally not acceptable. And i also tell u what, I study electronics and computer, working as Engineer in Semiconductor firm. I know the requirement of modern chips... I know Dell support is excellent, but their quality is not up to the standard (maybe R&D fault in this case). Pls do not support blindly to Dell, if there is a prob, it is! Thanks! tmd is correct. The warranty is just some protection for the end users just in case the product didn't work as expected due to quality issue. It's like a "minimum days for the product to function without problem" guarantee by the manufacturer. But it should last long enough for the value that you paid for it. Unless stated otherwise (i.e. Flash type memory storage will die after a certain cycle of read/write/rewrite), the product should work until the normal wear and tear has caused it to break down. This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 2 2008, 07:54 PM |
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Jun 2 2008, 08:40 PM
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Got test pen?
Can check whether there's current going through near the metal contact you plug in to the laptop? If got current, most probably your laptop need to be replaced. If no current, try with another cable/adapter. |
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Jun 2 2008, 10:57 PM
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Er.. What's a lemon?
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Jun 5 2008, 03:59 AM
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» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Next week my new toy will arrive at my door step.  |
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Jun 6 2008, 09:06 PM
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Yup. On reviews, you can see about 30 mins difference when you use a LED one compare to CCFL.
Due to the glossy surface, the brighter output of your screen will actually help to reduce abit of reflection when you work outdoor. Added on June 6, 2008, 9:16 pmBtw, anyone using Belkin bags or Dicota Take Out Sport? Mind to take some pictures on the inner compartment? Wanna see how deep and wide the space is but cannot find anywhere in the web. No review either.  Added on June 6, 2008, 11:03 pmOo.. Just found another nice bag that have taken my interest. Case Logic Full-Sized XN Looks not bad. Maybe the padding not as good as some other expensive bags but i guess it's not too bad from the look on the picture from the web. Anyone of you owns this or know where to get one? This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 6 2008, 11:03 PM |
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Jun 7 2008, 01:04 AM
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Aiya never mind.
Btw... I just won a bid from Ebay. VX revolution for only around RM200!! Also, checked the XPS offer this week. OMG so sux. Same price but no more 9-cells bat, no more Dell Care Premium. What they now get is only a Vista Ultimate with SP1 slipstream. What teh?  I'm glad I ordered last week.  This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 7 2008, 01:06 AM |
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Jun 11 2008, 01:42 AM
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Woot woot. I'm back posting on Vista x64 on my new babe! XD
Omg man, no support for the thumbprint reader in Vista x64  |
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Jun 15 2008, 08:37 AM
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Now... go get a pair of 800Mhz 4GB kit ram from one of the cruxial ram bulk.
Or wait for another few months i think 8GB (4GB x 2) kit SODIMM ram will be in the market! I'm running VirtualBox on Vista ultimate x64. Ubuntu's performance is good just that no support from VirtualBox for 64-bit guest OS yet System stability wise it's rock solid. I'm currently running x2 prime95. While the palm rest get a bit too warm but doesn't really go any warmer even with 100% CPU utilization for few hours. I notice the fan is louder though.  Maybe I should get SpeedFan running and make the fan run faster even in idling mode. That might reduce the temp on the palm rest abit I guess. This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 15 2008, 08:43 AM |
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Jun 22 2008, 03:20 PM
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I've manage to get the fingerprint software (Protector Suite QL) to work with FF3 in Vista x64 environment.
You need the latest version/build of Protector Suite QL and a plugin for the password bank (pbff3.0.xpi). I've tested with maybank2u, google and yahoo. All of them worked with the plugin and able to log in automatically after a fingerprint swipe. (Only minor websites that code the login page in a weird way might not work, i.e. Maxis one, it causes a crash on your FF3 )http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=158277 For those who wish to upgrade to x64 vista on M1330, that's the thread you should read for all the related information for a smooth installation of Vista x64! This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 22 2008, 03:24 PM |
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Jun 22 2008, 07:27 PM
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Anyone flashed the BIOS to A11 already?
How's the improvement works? |
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Jun 23 2008, 12:17 AM
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Erm... Apart from the palm rest is warm, graphic glitches due to overheating (not all units suffers this) and some minor build quality issue, I think this model is very good.
If you don't mind the slightly bigger M1530, I suggest you can get that one to have less headache. This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 23 2008, 12:18 AM |
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Jun 23 2008, 09:11 PM
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Erm... Mine last time I ordered default already 9-cell plus Dell Care Premium. And got another 500 rebate for purchase of M1330 above 5k.
I have to upgrade to get a T8300 C2D Intel though. This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 23 2008, 09:14 PM |
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Jun 24 2008, 08:15 PM
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QUOTE(prescott @ Jun 24 2008, 01:13 AM) so in total how much you paid for? Total RM 5,327.00 after rebate.btw, 9 cell batt extended to 30th... I upgraded: 1. RAM to 4GB (from 3GB) 2. Hard disk to 200GB 7.2k RPM (from 250GB 5.4k RPM). 3. Proc to T8300 C2D (from T7250 or something) Other than that all comes as pre-configured package. Added on June 24, 2008, 8:21 pm QUOTE(doompro @ Jun 24 2008, 12:07 PM) guys. if you want to get this xps m1330. be prepared to get it serviced/motherboard replaced every 6 months. after i bought this machine myself i read extensively on it that the dedicated graphics card Nvidia Geforce 8400M GS that is soldered on the mainboard will cause too much heat such that after prolong use like 6 months or so, you will funny lines across your screen and funny colours like white screen/ blue screen. it means that your motherboard has just died. so a word of advice, get a 3 years warranty if you want to buy it. That's why i said, if you do not mind the bigger size, get M1530. It's more stable and have a better graphic card.All in all, this is a very nice machine. however, there are some features that could be improved. also the new motherboard bios A11 is trying to solve this problem but i doubt it is of much of a help. thanks. This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 24 2008, 08:21 PM |
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Jun 25 2008, 07:49 PM
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It's a well known problem for M1330 series only.
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Jun 25 2008, 11:14 PM
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QUOTE(yongkailoon @ Jun 25 2008, 09:55 PM) Well in that case how many users here did have their M1330 serviced frequently ? I think you'll get better answer by PM those people who get their unit back in late 2007 and check with them how's theirs doing now. |
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Jun 26 2008, 09:02 PM
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I'm not sure but I think I read somewhere that a guy mention using the Nvidia driver from Microsoft Update actually helps to avoid that problem.
It's not the latest driver but at least it's stable and recognized by M1330 without any modification needed. (And able to install on x64 that's most important for me )This post has been edited by da3shou3: Jun 26 2008, 09:04 PM |
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Jun 26 2008, 10:11 PM
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QUOTE(yongkailoon @ Jun 26 2008, 09:17 PM) I did try to install a modded driver and the temperature when idle was 70 degrees. Using the default driver from automatic updates will let it idle at 55-57 degrees. Then since you also say you don't really use any heavy graphic application/games then better just use the default driver from automatic updates lor.The lower the temp, the less trouble you'll have. |
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