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[Off-topic] anything_only:
Gonna go to uni soon, so looking to upgrade my existing laptop...I'm looking for suggestions under the following criteria, though if you really think your suggestion is awesome, go ahead!

-Laptop screen should be a decent size so that I don't have to squint all the time to stare at what should essentially be a tablet with a keyboard attached (aka pixel with a keyboard); I would rather it be too big than too small because...you can never have a too big screen for a laptop, and laptop size = popularity, just like one other part of the human body...the brain. I meant the brain.

-Keys and touchpad should be pretty flawless in their operation, pretty straightforward. I would hate to have one of those crappy chromebooks where the touchpad jerks off with even a bit of sweat on it, and you're forced to wipe it every ten minutes for it to get working...Just looking for something which doesn't spontaneously stop working and piss me off.

-2-3+ USB ports: Yeah; aiming to connect a mouse and a keyboard and maybe a USB if needed so that I can connect to a monitor when I'm not in class or something, so that I can enjoy the illusion of actually having a desktop when in fact I can't afford to have two computers, which brings me to my next point:

-HDMI port: Must-have (or not, really, if the screen is big enough and it's suitable for continuous use and is cool)

2-Half gig or more of storage: 512GB+ of storage is preferred, but then again, if there's a beast with 256GB, I'd gladly take it over a potato with 8TB of storage which can't even download at full speed due to how slow the disk writes.

-Decent processing power: A gamer here, so I prefer my computers to at least have a bit of power so that I can play above 60fps...not asking for a lot, but just enough so that something like CS or something can at least play at 100 frames on low, not asking for a lot (inb4 alienware recommendations galore). Would also prefer 8GB of RAM or more because who even uses 4 these days amirite...

-Decent toughness: At least don't make it an iphone which cracks instantly on contact with the ground and not break immediately on impact.

-A bit lightweight: Not heavy enough so that it breaks my back, so none of that lenovo thick armor stuff...

Thanks everyone and I hope I find a good laptop soon!
[Off-topic] Droidriven:
You forgot to mention a price range.

Try an Asus ROG or a fully customizable platform like in the link below.

http://www.xoticpc.com/

Or you can do like I did and buy a cheap laptop from eBay that has an upgradable CPU, RAM and storage.

I bought a Dell Inspiron 15 n5110 with a built in GTX 550 GPU for $139, then upgraded the CPU to a 2.9GHz(3.5GHz turbo) hyperthreaded 4 core(8 core)-$90, upgraded 8GB RAM to 16GB RAM(GSKILL ripjaws)-$80, upgraded to 1TB SSHD(hybrid HDD/SSD with the important stuff on the SSD portion)-$50, upgraded charger to 130w-$30. Less than a $400 investment for roughly the equivalent of a $1500+ system.

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[Off-topic] anything_only:
I am sorry for not putting a price range - I would say my budget would be around 700, maybe under 800 if I really need it. Don't really need anything under 8GB and HDD/SSD doesn't really matter to me as much as the specs do; I care more about the specs of the processor and the GPU and maybe battery life than anything else.

Also, would appreciate any suggestions for laptops which don't require any upgrading, if possible, because there's always the possibility of screwing up, and I literally haven't done a single thing like this before.

Thanks for the advice!
[Off-topic] Saber:
As someone who goes to UNI, I am currently using Asus zenbook ux305. It's an ultrabook, so you'd expect it to be thin, light, with long battery life. But you'd only expect to do (very) light gaming, at least with my specs (yet I don't game on it cos I'm more of a Linux guy).

Here's some other recommendations:

- Dell XPS 13 - Probably a bit too expensive with dedicated graphics

- Dell 15 5000 gaming

- Lenovo Y series, maybe E series (with dedicated GPU)

- Asus Zenbook 330 series

These are just a few, there are many more good choices out there.
[Off-topic] anything_only:
Probably gonna cross the first zenbook off of my list. It looks so much like a chromebook (and acts like one too), that I'm probably better off getting something else. I'm the type of person who needs a decent laptop for almost anything, since I'm not a fan of having more than one computer unless it's a desktop/laptop combo, but even then I'll probably just get a good laptop and a monitor to hook it up to.

So, right now I'm using this: https://www.cnet.com/products/hp-pa...13-3-core-i3-7100u-6-gb-ram-500-gb-hdd/specs/

Got it for around 450 and I'm pretty happy, but would've liked to get the same thing with better specs with a non-rotatable screen...should I upgrade to something better, and if so, what do you suggest as a one-up for this? I feel the graphics card is one of the most important things, but if I'm gonna go to uni, I might also need a good processor for programming...any suggestions?

EDIT: Just realized almost every ****ing HP has a 620 graphics card...wtf
[Off-topic] Ibuprophen:
I'm not sure if anyone had noticed this but, Microsoft had recently (not sure how recent) changed their policy in an "incognito" way regarding the Activation Codes it provides via the Telephone Activation.

I had recently activated a family members fresh installation of their Windows 8.1 after I had performed some hardware repairs and upgrades.

Because that family member forgot to include their WiFi driver disk, I ended up going with the Telephone Activation.

In that process, your provided an Installation ID (a set of numbers broken up in groups) to provide via your voice or by keypad.

Once that process has been completed, the Microsoft Automated System process it to provide you with an Activation Code (another set of numbers broken up in groups).

This is where I had noticed the change...

For the many years of working with Microsoft Products (along with other Hardware and Software for Laptops and PC's), the Activation Code were a one time thing for that specific activation and any future activations would require the automated system to produce another Activation Code.

After the Microsoft automated system went through the set of Activation Code numbers, it had recommended that I write down the Activation Code i was just provided to use for any future activations for that system.

This felt like a "Ripple in the Time Space Continuum". I had never heard of such a thing. So, as the Techy Geek that I am, i said to myself "Let's go for it and see if it works"!

I went through and performed another clean install of Windows 8.1 and when I had got to the activation portion, i had selected to activate by telephone, then went forward to the screen to enter the same exact Activation Code and IT WORKED!!!

I couldn't believe this and just wanted to let members within this thread know about this.

HOW CRAZY IS THAT! LMAO!!! :D

Thank you very much for your time.

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[Off-topic] Droidriven:
I guess it is related to the fact that Microsoft now uses Digital Entitlement with the release of Windows 10. Windows 8.1 wasn't released with Digital Entitlement so maybe they adapted the activation process in older Windows versions to make activations simpler on systems that are re-installing the same version that was already installed and activated on that system without the need for new codes.

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[Off-topic] Oanksser:
Third party tools ? can you provide other tools not free tool? i am looking for some softwares or tools to crack my admin password .
[Off-topic] Droidriven:
Which admin password do you mean?

Your Windows admin profile password?

Your system password for the PC itself?

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[Off-topic] jonsnow7364:
guy's which RAM type should i buy for my Acer travelmate 4730 laptop?
[Off-topic] TheMuffStuff:
So, my moms going to split a laptop for me for xmas or my birthday. Together will prob be spending no more than 1200. Besides a macbook air or pro, whats a top notch ultrabook I can get. I want something thin and portable, but something that doesnt get too hot or to o noisy. Im still really interested in this Envy 4 1030us. Basically beefier spec'd machine than what run has.
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Well I figured out it was the SATA controller that didn't have a kext for Mountain Lion... Got a few Intel versions... I won't give up...
[Off-topic] shimp208:
Check out the Asus Zenbooks those are very well built and offer top of the line specs for an ultrabook.
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
Toshiba U845w ;)

Asus Zenbook Prime

Lenovo X1 Carbon or X230

Samsung 5-series

HP Envy Spectre

Dell XPS

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So after.. 11 hours of trying to restore the HP Envy 4 (including ~5 hour of sleeping), the laptop failed to restore

ChkErrBB.CMD : Detect some error during PININST_BBV

ChkErrBB.CMD : Check c:\system.sav\logs\BurnBootWarn.log

ChkErrBB.CMD : or, check c:\system.sav\logs\BurnBootMerge.log
[Off-topic] SteveG12543:
Some of those were disproved by the Mythbusters though! (100MPH sneeze, "fish only have a 3 second memory," and "a ducks quack doesn't echo" to name a few.) Still though, twas quite an interesting read.

Sorry for continually going off topic.
[Off-topic] TheMuffStuff:
Zenbook is really nice, so is the 5 series. Hp Envy is sexy as ****, but I hear nothing but bad things about Hp.. usually heat issues. My old macbook rarely got hot, and when it did, it wasnt loud or anything, I need a pc like that.
[Off-topic] wlmeng11:
I can attest to hp heat issues.

I can also attest to Macbook heat issues. (2008 mbp)

Sent from my HTC Rezound
[Off-topic] TheMuffStuff:
In bestbuy now. Looking at this Asus Zenbook UX31A-r5102f

1900*1080 IPS screen, absolutely ****ing gorgeous. Either that, a cheaper HP Envy 4 1030US, or a macbook air. I dont know which to get!

I found another, UX32A which is basically a cheaper version, 500gb HD but only 24gb SSD, while the 31A is a full 128gb SSD. Which version should I get?
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Asus *1920 x 1080
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
MacBook Pro do get hot, depending on the condition and what are you using it for. According to HWMonitor, regularly using a MacBook Pro under Windows 7, the fan spins at ~2,000rpm for causal usage, keeping the temperature below 70*C but you do feel the aluminum feeling really warm. It might be just the Core 2 Duo versions though, but I had a sandy bridge MacBook Air and also runs somewhat warm/hot under OS X.

HP had heat issue and overheating on some.

The main issue was that some old laptops back in 2008 or somewhere around there, companies was using Nvidia chipset which was the cause for heat issues.

The HP Envy 4's fan come on and off to cool the system, will be quiet for about 5 min, then loud for 1 min, then back off again.

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If you want smooth performance, go with the 128gb SSD.

If you want storage and decent performance, but not as fast as a SSD, go with the 500gb with the "24gb SSD" as cache. I never knew they made 24gb SSD for cache :D
[Off-topic] Nick Fury:
Steve Job dies and was still overshadowed by Windows
[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
I'd say it was a little late to be making that joke but, Well, I'm not surprised. Guys like you tend to cling to jokes no matter how many times you tell them.
[Off-topic] Sparx639:
Are you using a distro or going straight from the disc?
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
I used the installesd.DMG and put it on a flash drive with a program... forgot the name... did the same with lion it sees the HD... gotta be something with the kexts not configured for my ahci controller...
[Off-topic] Sparx639:
You might have to look for a kext somewhere, have you looked at osx86 forums to see what kind of drivers your board needs? And is it in ahci mode?
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
Anyone know how to boot/run Ubuntu on a USB? I don't think my computer is able to install it on the hard drive without messing up the RAID settings.

So I was thinking about running Ubuntu directly from a USB.
[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
Just put usb ahead of hd in the boot order in BIOs and set up your usb with this.
[Off-topic] shimp208:
A word of warning about running it off a flash-drive, performance (Especially I/O performance) can get very slow at times depending on the task you are performing also even on a fast and spacious USB 3.0 drive, you are bound to run into performance and space issues, but as long as your careful and make sure to keep at least ~10% of the drive free you should be all set for the most part.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I think he wants to install it from USB (talking about RAID and all), so it would be much faster than from a CD.
[Off-topic] shimp208:
Yes, but your still not going to get maximum performance from installing to a USB drive but still faster then CD like you mentioned :cool:
[Off-topic] Droidriven:
When you look up the specs for your laptop, what type of RAM is listed in the specs? Higher Mhz or more GB of RAM doesn't necessarily mean faster RAM, the CAS rating also effects how efficient they are.
[Off-topic] jonsnow7364:
initially my laptop had 1066 mhz RAM can i use 1333 MHz Ram with it. I'm on Pentium P6100
[Off-topic] Ibuprophen:
You cannot use 1333 MHz for that Processor.

Here's a little helper for you...

If you look at the following link that reflects the Pentium 6100 Arrandale Processor (aka CPU)...

https://ark.intel.com/products/50175/Intel-Pentium-Processor-P6100-3M-Cache-2_00-GHz

... Scroll down to the category titled "Memory Specifications" and take note of the information. That's the information that reflects the RAM in which the CPU is able to support.

That Processor will only accept the DDR3 SDRAM (Double Data Rate Type 3 Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory). With either the 800 MHz or the 1066 MHz (The Clock Speed of the RAM).

If there's more than one slot (aka Rails) available for the RAM, then it's encouraged to match the Clock Speed but, can work if you use an 800 MHz on one and a 1066 MHz on the other one but, the drawback is that the memory will only be utilized on the lower Clock Speed (as if there were 2 800 MHz RAM installed)

Lastly, the Processor is only able to handle no more than 8GB of combined RAM whether you use only 1 Rail with 8GB or 2 rails with 4GB each.

There's much much to it but, this is a brief summary of what you can and can't use with that Processor.

I hope i had explained it okay via text... :)

Good Luck!

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[Off-topic] Droidriven:
Sure, you won't really notice any difference though because your system will clock them back to 1066 so it would be a waste of time. Even if you used them and they actually worked at 1333, you still would only get about a 1% difference at most anyway, probably not even half that, a difference that you wouldn't see in usage, you'd only see the difference in benchmark tests.

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Ahh, don't believe the specs listed by manufacturers, those are mostly "suggestions". I've used RAM that was "incompatible" before. Also, the "max supported RAM" isn't always true either. I've got more than one system that currently have double the "max supported RAM" in them.

My laptop supports max 8 GB1333 kHz but has 16GB 1600 installed, using with absolutely no issue.

My Z97 4790k suggests 32GB 1600 mhz max but has 64 GB 1866 mhz(overclocked to above 2000 mhz) installed.

And that is just two of my many systems. None of them are what you'd expect by looking at their manufacturer specs. Some are even 755 socket boards with 771 socket CPU.

Suggested specs aren't always correct, the suggested specs are only the "recommended" values.

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I suggest upgrading to a newer used laptop. What you have is not very good for today's software and services and the CPU you have was old and slow when it was brand new, it really isn't a valid system for use with today's technologies. You can buy a better laptop for around $150-200 if you're a smart shopper, something that has i3 or i5 CPU. Or if you just want your system to be faster, consider getting a SSD, you'll think you've got a new laptop, it will make a world of difference, 10 times the difference as adding RAM or upgrading CPU. It still won't make much difference though because your processor is very slow.

You can try going to pcpartpicker.com and ask in the forum there, there are members there that are masters at building PC rigs and know just about all the tricks to using unsuggested hardware components and making them work in systems they aren't "suggested" for.
[Off-topic] Ibuprophen:
That was provided only for noob guidance my friend but, you are correct... :)

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[Off-topic] Saurabhcr7:
I recently bought Lenovo Ideapad 320e

i5 7200u

8Gb Ram

1TB HDD

Nvidia 940mx

So I noticed that a clicking sound is coming from the bottom right side of my laptop( HDD).

And not only me ,many others with the same laptop is facing this..

So is this a major issue or not?

The sound is low though..
[Off-topic] jonsnow7364:
but it worked for me.. i tried today and i don't face any issue yet also system speed increased
[Off-topic] Droidriven:
I highly doubt that. The only way it could have increased your speed enough for you to notice is if the RAM you had before was faulty. As I said before, I guarantee that your system is clocking that 1333 MHz RAM back to 1066 mhz. Install CPU-Z and check your RAM specs, it might show that you have 1333 MHz installed but I'll bet you that it shows your RAM still running at 1066 MHz.
[Off-topic] Droidriven:
It seems it isn't properly grounded. Are you using a surge protector between the PC and the power receptacle in the wall?
[Off-topic] Ibuprophen:
According to the image...

Your Power Cable reflects that you have a Neutral (-) and Hot (+) but no ground. This is not a good thing for a Tower to be missing.

As long as the Outlet on the image does reflect your actual outlet, then there's hope for you.

On the Image of the outlet, you'll notice the Green screw in the center. That indicates a Ground...

You will need to use some type of insulated wire to connect (via screw) from your Towers Case to that Green Screw on your outlet. This will provide a grounding path.

There's many reasons for a constant static discharge. It can be caused from carpeting, dry air, etc... I can't (obviously) state which is the actual culprit.

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[Off-topic] Droidriven:
What I don't understand is why the power cord is even made without a ground built in, I thought that was standard when it comes to desktop/laptop power supplies. It would be easier to ground to the center screw in the socket.
[Off-topic] Ibuprophen:
I believe that it just comes down to the Country itself.

It's more than likely from a country that either doesn't have or isn't as strict with the Electrical Code requirements for safety as other countries have.

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[Off-topic] Babydollll:
Should I leave BBQlinux on the Sager so I can continue to NOT compile ROMs or say the heck with it and (re) install Linux mint (18.x)

So I can actually use steam and play muh games

(BBQlinux and steam don't play well together and I don't feel like figuring out why. Let me continue to not care why)

>inb4installWindows

>Howaboutno.jpg

Merry Christmas!
[Off-topic] Droidriven:
Have you tried Builduntu? There's a VM version and a dual boot version, or you could just do an install of just Builduntu if you want just a linux distro.

Builduntu comes ready to go for compiling ROMs with no extra set up requires except for in some cases maybe setting up Udev and/or libusb, just install it, get your preferences the way you want then go straight to syncing source and compiling.
[Off-topic] Babydollll:
I don't need a VM or dual boot. Linux mint works for compiling as well. Just requires a few packages.

What I liked about BBQLinux is that it came really to compile "out of the box"

I'm not compiling very much of anything as of late as all my devices are stock and I'm feeling lazy.

But I will look into it. My main concern is steam. BBQlinux on my machine isn't playing nice with it.

Thank you.
[Off-topic] Droidriven:
Mint seems to be a good option then.
[Off-topic] Babydollll:
I'm actually going to try your suggestion in a bit.

Thanks.
[Off-topic] Shubh_028:
after using to windows 10 build 1709, all the games stopped working. anyone else facing this issue?
[Off-topic] Droidriven:
What games? Are they all in the same location on your hard drive or are they all stored in different places?
[Off-topic] Saber:
Have you checked your graphics drivers? They may have been replaced with an older version that may not support newer games. I recommend uses DDU before installing any new GPU drivers.

If all fails, you should be able to revert to the previous Win10 build in a limited timeframe.
[Off-topic] Shubh_028:
they're at different places and none of them is working

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I reset my PC, everything was working fine then. but now after a couple of reboots, the WiFi isn't working. tried uninstalling and installing different versions of drivers but can't get it to work.

when trying to connect, it shows "cannot connect to this network". Also, I've tried with 3-4 networks.
[Off-topic] Ibuprophen:
[MENTION=7368794]Shubh_028[/MENTION], what does the "Device Manager" reflect?

Does it have any Yellow Triangles with an Exclamation Point in it?

It seems like it may be that Windows installed a generic driver for your WiFi that may not be working well for your WiFi. It also may be a Signature Enforcement issue as well but, i am not sure.

In Windows 10, I've seen this same issue before that's typically caused by one of 4 reasons...

1) Incompatible WiFi device (not yet Windows 10 friendly).

2) Windows 10 automatically installed a generic driver that may not work well the device and needs a better driver.

3) A Signature Enforcement issue is preventing the WiFi device drivers to start the Device fully OR not to complete the driver installation.

4) The WiFi device itself may have gone bad somehow.

The above 4 is only a brief list and would take quite a while to completely elaborate.

I hope i had explained it to you okay via text... :)

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[Off-topic] Shubh_028:
Everything was fine in the device manager. I even tried uninstalling the drivers and manually installing some from the OEM's website. but I couldn't get it to work even after 2 hours of attempts. I knew there was nothing wrong with the device so after giving up all hopes, I performed a windows reset which to my surprise solved my problem. everything's working fine as of now.

Thank you for the information you provided anyways.