Team-BHP - The Laptop Thread: Configs, deals & questions

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Originally Posted by sidhu_hs (Post 3540239)

Is your problem solved?

If not here are a couple of steps to follow:
Right click on battery sign and select "Dell Battery Meter"
Select "Battery Life" from the dialog box that appears.
De-select "Disable Battery Charging", press OK and confirm OK again.

Hope this helps.

Nope already tried it and did it again now. Still the same result: "plugged in, not charging".

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Originally Posted by drmohitg (Post 3540279)

Nope already tried it and did it again now. Still the same result: "plugged in, not charging".

In that case, it is new territory for me as well. A couple of things off the top of my head you can try are:
Try this battery in some other compatible laptop.
Try some other battery in your laptop.
If both the above give positive results, maybe you should give complete Windows and Drivers re-install a shot.
Else chat with a dell representative giving the service tag of someone who has warranty left.

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Originally Posted by bluevolt (Post 3540185)

Can you use that 8GB flash partition as OS boot partition? If yes then you can go ahead with this one.

As per the requirements of 8.1, min hard disk space needed is 20gb. Hence, I guess we cannot use the 8gb flash as OS boot partition.

Also, as per the info available on the net, hybrid hdd with flash stores the frequently used/accessed information based on our usage and hence will be faster to access that information. This will be based on our usage patterns and information accessed and may happen after some time. Till then, it may be same as a normal 500 rpm hdd.

Any additional information/thoughts on this will be helpful. Thanks.

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Originally Posted by vvrchandra (Post 3540450)

Any additional information/thoughts on this will be helpful. Thanks.

The hybrid drives don't allow you to access the 8GB flash.
It is just a cache. So, it moves the regularly used files there and you get better speed.
You cannot install or store anything YOURSELF there, it is an algorithm built into the drive and Intel Rapid Storage.

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Originally Posted by vvrchandra (Post 3539846)

Guys,

Thanks in advance.

I'll say this, if you can put in a SSD into the system, then get a 120GB EVO840 and use it as a boot drive plus install some vital apps on it as well. Last I checked amazon had it for 4500 with a lightning deal.

Then, if you do have a SSD, then choose the 7200RPM drive, will give you faster results but, at the expense of more heat and noise.

I was not impressed by the WD black SSHD in my Y50 and put in the SSD from my then newly returned Y510p. (EVO840 250GB)
SSD+HDD will give you a good experience, fast boot and app loading with massive storage space for media on the HDD.

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Originally Posted by H_Dogg72 (Post 3544518)

I was not impressed by the WD black SSHD in my Y50 and put in the SSD from my then newly returned Y510p. (EVO840 250GB)
SSD+HDD will give you a good experience, fast boot and app loading with massive storage space for media on the HDD.

Can you explain how to install SSD alongwith HDD.
What are prerequisites in a laptop, I have a laptop (HP - G62) and am considering adding SSD.
Will appreciate even if you point me to some useful links.
Thanks
JLS

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Originally Posted by JLS (Post 3545801)

You have 2 options.
If your laptop has 2 SATA ports, then it is easy to just drop in 2 drives.
Same can be done with an m.2 or ngff input.

You could remove your optical disk drive and put in a caddy to put in another HDD.

Next, if you don't have/(want to do) the above, then just get something like the WD Black2. SSD&HDD in one drive. Not the nasty hybrid drive a proper SSD and HDD.

You should check you laptop's maintenance guide for the same.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/m...roduct=4308554
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Originally Posted by nilanjanray (Post 3547487)

Folks,

Can the experts recommend a few good value for money laptop options for photo processing?

I am looking at 12-16Gb RAM and a good graphics engine. And at least 1TB of hard drive.

I'll suggest the Lenovo Y50.
You get a single stick of 8GB ram, so you can install another stick of 8GB for cheap.
An 860M which is pretty much a beast in this range. (76-80k)
A i7-4710HQ.
CONS:
1.It throttles to 2.4GHZ after touching 65 degrees, can be fixed by using throttlestop.
2.Consumer grade laptop.
3.TERRIBLE SCREEN. Nothing requiring color accuracy can be done on the system, although a screen replacement is super easy and not that expensive.

**If the upgrades (RAM+SCREEN) cost is more than the MSI GHOST PRO then the Ghost pro is a better buy.
These are your alternatives:
ASUS
MSIhttp://www.flipkart.com/msi-gs60-2pc...b-56526f73c2d9

Hi Guys,

Need help on Laptop suggestions. Looking for a laptop for home use to replace my aging Dell Inspiron. Laptop will be used for browsing websites, working on wrd/excel docs and reading pdfs. Occassionally the laptop will be used for watching movies/TV series.

I see that Flipkart/Amazon/Snapdeal have amazing deals going on and I want to get a laptop at good prices.

I am not looking for any particular brand - I just want good services in case the laptop stops working (I am quite happy with Dell's serice and quality).

Also I am very happy with Windows 7. Is windows 8 very different from it? Is it as stable and user friendly? Few of my friends were complaining that Windows 8 was not that good. However the OS is not a deal breaker for me. Also would like to have Microsoft Office preloaded in the laptop.

Kindly let me know your suggestions! Help will be greatly appreciated!

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Originally Posted by Saanil (Post 3549797)

Need help on Laptop suggestions. Looking for a laptop for home use to replace my aging Dell Inspiron.

Depends on your budget/screen size actually, which you have not indicated. As far as service quality goes, Lenovo is number 1 (as long as you are in warranty), Dell is just as good but I'm not sure if they have on-site. Also not sure which models have Microsoft Office pre-loaded, but even if they do pre-load, it'll cost just about the same as buying a copy from the store. I got an Office 2013 copy from the company.

I assume you want a consumer-grade laptop, i.e glossy screens for better video contrast and for light use where the processor strength or clocking doesn't matter. Personally I wouldn't buy a laptop or phone through online shopping. I'm the type who likes to see it in person, test the keyboard, check the overall build & then buy. You cant even find the date of the stock through online shopping. It would be slightly cheaper than buying off the shelf though so if you trust them its fine.

As far as brands go, I've always been a Lenovo/ThinkPad user and it has served me well with no problems. I chose a ThinkPad because of the 3 year on-site warranty where any problem will be attended to in my home. In my view Lenovo's run cooler than Dell's and quieter too (maybe I'm wrong). Both have a range from 40k-80k. Windows 8 isn't made for typing experience at all, or atleast it isn't as keyboard friendly as a Windows 7 so if you aren't going for a touch-screen laptop like Lenovo Flex/Yoga keep it strictly to Windows 7 (it's supported for updates till 2019). Win 8 has been rejected by majority of the business users anyway.

If service is important keep it between Lenovo/Dell. For your use an i3 processor w/4GB RAM is adequate, anything more is bonus.

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Originally Posted by dark.knight (Post 3549869)

Thanks for your reply! Everyone seems to be telling me to get a laptop with Windows 7 and hearing that Windows 8 is not that good. But on online websites there are no laptops with Windows 7. I guess they should be available in offline stores. Need to check that out. I will definately look at Lenovo.

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Originally Posted by Saanil (Post 3549797)

Check out Lenovo and Dell Laptops. i3 with 4GB ram is what you would need. So you should be able to get one for around 26-30k without windows. You can then install Windows 7. The ones with Windows 8.1 would cost around 31-40k depending on the configuration.

But beware! Most brands are not offering warranty and special offers for most of the online retailers. So check before proceeding with the purchase. Dell offers warranty only for laptops purchased through WS Retail on flipkart and 1 or 2 other websites.

Cheers :)
amansanc

Guys

Need some guidance. I am in Australia at the moment and planning to buy a laptop for myself. Basic office use and web stuff. I liked the Dell Inspiron 11 3000 Series 2-in-1. Really liked the laptop for it has to offer. I was about to buy it last weekend but then came across on the Dell site that I comes in 2 processor configurations.

1. Intel Celeron Dual Core @ $579
2. 4th Generation Intel Core i3 @ $699

Now, what I want to understand is is it really worth to spend that extra $120 (₹6500) for i3?

Over all the remaining specs remain the same. 4GB ram, 500 GB hdd, licensed win 8.1 etc.

Any help would be appreciated.

Regards,

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Originally Posted by h@r$h@l (Post 3555845)

Hello,
Intel Celeron is a really basic and slow processor, designed for budget PCs. It'll probably handle office stuff, but become horribly slow for even the smallest of demanding applications. If you have the budget, I'd recommend you go with the i3 :)