now windows 7 beta already eveywhr in internet(if u get wat i mean)

for me no choice to try beta especially OS

Windows 7 Evaluation

Computer Spec
DELL Inspiron Laptop 1520
Intel Core2 Duo T7250 @ 2.0GHz
2.0GB (2x1.0GB) DDR2-667
NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT
250GB Hitachi HDD 5400RPM SATA
Windows 7 Beta 7000

Installation
Installation took around 15 minutes from Clean Install. This duration is measured from the starting point (Copying files) until I access Windows interface. Should be faster if you're using 7200RPM HDD.

Drivers installation
I have only installed these drivers so I can use the hardware:-
- NVIDIA ForceWare 179.23 (WDDM 1.1)
- Intel SATA Controller
- Ricoh Card Reader

Software installation
Almost all softwares that was compatible with Vista is supported on W7. No suprise here since it's based on Vista.

All the Vista drivers can be installed on Windows 7. Some installer might gives an error indicating that the OS is not supported, but it is still installable by using manual install.
Unlike Vista, I do not need to install the Dell Wireless Driver to use it. It connected right away after I entered the security key for the router.

Changes from Windows Vista
I don't really feel any boot time decrease from my optimized Vista (I turned off services and programs that don't need to be ran at startup).

First thing I think most users will like is the ability to use gadgets without sidebar.

As you all might have know, Windows 7 now comes with mouse gesture feature for controlling the explorer. Dragging the window to the top of the screen will maximize it, while dragging it to the side will make it fills half the screen. This is especially useful for Widescreen computers.

The controls also feel more responsive compared to Windows Vista. And the taskbar is really useful if you're a multi-tasker. But it took a while for me to get used of it.

Windows Security Center is changed to Windows Action Center now.

Windows 7 comes with the adaptive brightness feature. This will allow the computer adjust the brightness of the screen according to the environment. I have not tested this feature as I don't think my laptop comes with a sensor.

Windows Experience Index scale has now increased to 7.9 compared to 5.9 of Windows Vista. My Inspiron 1520 got a 3.0 WEI for the score because of the Hard disk performance. Maybe it's because it's a 5400RPM SATA.

Windows 7 now features DirectX 11. I can't test whether this really is DirectX 11 since my hardware does not support it and there are no games released using DirectX 11 API.

Multiple folders can be "combined" into a single folder known as the Library. This does not move the file to the folder.

Updated MSPaint and Calculator. MSPaint now features the Ribbon interface but not much changes in features. Calculator now have the conversion function, which I think is pretty useful.

This post has been edited by Demonic Wrath: Jan 3 2009, 12:32 AM

wa nice review. haha tell us more about it.

thanx for the review ,the installation is fast.just need 15 min

fresh install without any windows or upgrade from vista?

It's a fresh install. I deleted the Vista partition first then installed on the partition. I don't really recommend upgrading since some old files will retain in the HDD.

EDIT:
I didn't mention UAC in the review because I disabled UAC also. So, it's no different from Vista.
WMP12 seems buggy. It is using high CPU usage. (around 20% on my computer).

This post has been edited by Demonic Wrath: Jan 3 2009, 08:47 AM

sorry asking you again, is there any different between these t7700 processors? How do I know which one fits my inspiron 1520? do they vary in size, pin numbers or anything...

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Intel-Core-2-Duo-T77...%3A1|240%3A1318

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Intel-Core2-Duo-T770...%3A1|240%3A1318

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Intel-Core2-Duo-Mobi...p3286.m63.l1177

can ya reccomend any that fits?

thx a bunch

This post has been edited by Andicom: Jan 3 2009, 08:47 AM

lately my 1520 crashes alot...really byond my patience limit..keep on restartin n promptin the blue screen error...i wonder if my memory or the hdd prob...can i get dell to fix it??..

Boot into Diagnostic mode to test out the problem.

Diagnostic Mode
1) Turn off your laptop
2) Hold Fn and then press the Power On button.
3) Let it complete the test. If there's any error message, note it down and send it to DELL.

oO

duno thr got diagnostic mode..lol

ooo
Never know holding Fn button would get to diagnostic. Usually just press F8 button to repair computer. Thanks.

any1 still have recovery partition in their hardisk?
@ Demonic Wrath:thanx for the tip

i guess i need to giv them a call...done all that..n i still dunno wats wron wit it..now the laptop wont even start...

do u think upgrade complete cover for RM70. is tat worth?

i wonder wat is meaning complete cover package in warranty issue?

for me nnot worth for complete cover. it almost d same for me. haha. juz my 2 cents

anyone knows if I upgrade my lappy on my own, would I be able to extend its warranty with dell?

worth it, not? aged a year and a month

if u upgrade ram to others then your ram will not b cover from dell

haha I think I know that, thanks anyway what I meant is the lappy itself.

Will they cut the warranty off if I change the RAM (replace currrent ones with the new ones)?

i don think so..they will know wat part u have changed

btw today saw my colleague call warranty for ins1420 which the screen dont have display..technician came n is a chick...not bad looking chick...all wan buaya her n she said got a lot gals who is technician too

i nt sure is same to you.

but my fren say it cover the drop, split, thief issue can be easily solve. any1 recommend?