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Apple MacBook Pro MC371LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop Review
For summary skip to the bottom. Video to come soon...
I already wrote a review and posted a video on the 13", so I'll spare you the pre-story. The 15" MacBook Pro (Summer 2010 version) is a step up for me. I want to go on record by saying that I did NOT opt for the high res screen, and I'll tell you why in a moment. I'm still an MCSA and an MCTS, and Microsoft is still primary in my world, but I access these resources via Apple.
First, I want to clarify why I chose to buy the 15" when I had a 13" that was sufficient. Because I run VMs a lot (I have reviews of Parallels and VMWare), the real estate of the screen was very important. The 13" handled everything I threw at it like a champ, but I needed more screen area. I also needed a stronger multitask processor to keep up with the demands I put upon it. The 2010 version of the MacBooks achieve gains in three key areas: The processor, which on the 15" and 17" models is the Core i5 and i7 models; the video cards, which again, on the 15" and 17" models are improved with newer technology; and the power management.
The previous processor was the Core 2 Duo - an older technology but not a slouch by any means. It was and is a very powerful processor, all things considered, and the 13" was able to deal with everything I threw at it, including multiple VMs at the same time and video encoding processes. Where the Core 2 Duo struggles is with multi-tasking speed; while it can handle multiple processes, it allocates resources towards the most intensive of what's running at the detriment of everything else. In other words, if you encode a video at a medium resolution, you would find that the machine was nearly unusable otherwise; not frozen or dirt slow, but slow enough to be annoying. The fan would come on and the heat would multiply, and you often would fear for the poor MacBook's life. Not so with the i5. It also does get hot - hotter, in fact, than the Core 2 Duo - but even though it's dealing with intensive processes, it never breaks stride with other applications that might be running. You could encode video, then jump over to your email and work as if nothing were going on. The laptop's fan would be going nearly full blast and the heat would be expunged at an exponential rate, but the laptop would not slow down. I consider that impressive, especially given the fact that battery life did not suffer from older years. The i7 is even more powerful than the i5; but the primary reason I could not consider that version has to do with the heat. It's so extreme it's got people online worried about cooking eggs. I know they're not exaggerating; the i5 can get quite hot, so if the i7 is as strong as I know it is, I can only imagine how hot it must get.
The video cards have been improved in the new MacBooks. They are newer versions of the NVidia cards that were released, and some of the MacBooks have the higher end Intel integrated chips. If you don't understand some of the video card technology, there are dedicated video cards and then there are integrated cards. The dedicated cards mean simply that they have their own memory and don't share the RAM of the computer. Integrated, as evident by the name, uses shared RAM to function, either in whole or in part. The integrated chips are lower cost, obviously, at the trade of a performance hit - the RAM it's sharing is inaccessible to the OS and applications, and because the RAM is always a chunk of other RAM, there is an effective tug-of-war going on when using the integrated card. It's really popular in lower end laptops because of the price point - if you paid less than 0 for your laptop chances are it's got an integrated card. All of the lower priced 13" Apples (MacBook, 99 MacBook Pro, MacBook Air) have integrated chips. The Air might have gotten bumped to NVidia, not sure. In any case, Apple has mixed some models with integrated and dedicated chips, so that less intense processes use the integrated and higher processes switch automatically to dedicated, which is more powerful. Most casual users will think this a pointless feature; but it's good to have for battery life.
Speaking of which, the new MacBooks feature a newer version of the MagSafe power adapter. Due to fraying and melting issues with the previous models, Apple has seen fit to redesign this adapter to address the issue. It now holds a lot more solidly than before, and is partially cylindrical instead of rectangular (you can see images above, of course). The cylinder part is where the fraying most commonly occurred, so it makes sense why they did this change. The actual cable itself also feels more solid; kudos to Apple for improving this. It's also retroactively compatible, so if you buy a new adapter you'll probably get the newer version, and it should work fine for your model (assuming it's a MagSafe version and not the plug-in style from old times). The new 13" MacBook Pro claims a battery life of up to 10 hours due in part to the newer video card; the 15" that I'm reviewing here has already shown improved battery life over the older 13", even at maximum screen brightness. The usual activities will of course kill the battery: VMs, video encoding, audio recording, anything where there is a constant stream of data going one way or the other, basically.
One area of disappointment coming from the 13": The speakers. Because the 15" sports actual speaker grills instead of the embedded speaker of the 13", I somewhat expected at least slightly better audio quality. To my surprise and dismay, I did not receive it. I do a lot of audio records of songs and I use Sennheiser HD-280 Professional Headphones...but the problem is, a song can sound perfect in the headphones, but then I listen to it on the MacBook's speakers and the same song sounds absolutely terrible. I know it can't be the song that's bad, because the headphones are spot on with the way it should sound; but the MacBook's speakers just separate sound streams too much. It's hard to describe, but it's like the treble is cranked and I can't adjust with an equalizer or something. Movies are fine, but again, no appreciable improvement over the 13", where I would watch DVDs frequently with great effect.
So...do I recommend it? Well...it depends. I don't recommend it if you're just a casual user, even if you like the larger screen. Go for the 13" and if you absolutely have to have screens of a larger size get an external. I just can't justify the 0 premium for a larger MacBook unless you are actually going to use it for gaming, audio/video, or VMs. Then it makes sense. As far as the high resolution 1680 screen, recommended only if you're gaming, really. I would like to emphasize DO NOT get the antiglare from Apple. It's nice looking, it really is. It will shock you; it will tempt you; it will compel you to fork over the extra . Don't do it; the quality of that screen is not as good as the glossy, because the antiglare is not the full glass. Get one of the Green Onions Supply Anti-Glare AG2 Screen Protector for 15-Inch Aluminum Unibody Apple MacBook Pro and do it yourself. You'll thank me later.
Apple MacBook Pro MC371LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop Feature
- 2.4GHz Intel Core i5
- 320 GB Hard Drive, 8x DVD/CD SuperDrive, 4GB DDR3 RAM
- 15.4 inch LED-backlit display, 1440-by-900 resolution
- Intel HD Graphics and NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M with automatic graphics switching and 256 MB dedicated graphics memory
- Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard Operating System
Apple MacBook Pro MC371LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop Overview
The new MacBook Pro 15-inch models set all-new benchmarks for Mac notebooks. The 15-inch MacBook Pro feature Intel Core i5 processors, which boost performance up to 50 percent(1) and reach Turbo Boost speeds up to 3.33GHz. Next-generation NVIDIA graphics bring high performance to everything from 3D games to photos and videos. And the built-in battery lasts up to 10 hours (8 to 9 hours on the 15-inch models).(2) (1) Up to 50 percent faster compared with previous-generation MacBook Pro. (2) Testing conducted by Apple in March 2010 using preproduction 2.66GHz Intel Core 2 Duo–based 13-inch MacBook Pro, 2.66GHz Intel Core i7–based 15-inch MacBook Pro, and 2.53GHz Intel Core i5–based 17-inch MacBook Pro. Battery life depends on configuration and use. See www.apple.com/batteries for more information. The wireless productivity test measures battery life by wirelessly browsing various websites and editing text in a word processing document with display brightness set to 50%.
Apple MacBook Pro MC371LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop Specifications
Updated with Intel's Core i5 processor and next-generation NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M graphics, the 15-inch Apple MacBook Pro is faster than ever and will keep you working longer away from power cords with an enhanced battery life of up to 9 hours of battery life. As with previous models, the new MacBook Pro features a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, creating a thin and light mobile computing workhorse (less than 1 inch thin and just 5.6 pounds) that's also highly durable. And it includes a 15.4-inch, LED-backlit glass display (instead of an LCD panel) as well as a glass trackpad that doesn't include a button (for larger tracking area) that features Apple's Multi-Touch technology.
It comes pre-loaded with Apple's Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard operating system--an operating system custom-designed for the advanced technology inside--and it also comes with the iLife '09 suite of applications, including iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, and iTunes. Specification Highlights
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Key Features
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New Intel Core i5 Processor
The new Intel Core i5 processor boosts performance up to 50 percent over the previous generation. Based on Intel's latest 32-nanometer process technology, the Core i5 also offers Intel's Turbo Boost feature. If you're using processor-intensive applications like Aperture 3 or Final Cut Pro that would benefit from an extra performance kick, Turbo Boost dynamically increases the speed of one or both cores.Built-in Hyper-Threading allows two threads to run simultaneously on each core, so Mac OS X recognizes four virtual cores instead of just two. When you're running multiple applications at once, the Core i5 processor spreads tasks more evenly across a greater number of cores--so you can get more done, faster.
And unlike systems that connect memory to the processor through a separate controller, the new MacBook Pro uses an integrated memory controller to connect memory directly to the processor. With faster access to memory, each core gets right to work on your data, rather than waiting for it to arrive.
Next-Generation Graphics
The latest MacBook Pro features the new NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M discrete graphics processor--the fastest graphics ever in a Mac notebook. With 48 processing cores and 256 MB of dedicated video memory, this graphics processor delivers even more horsepower than the previous generation. And you don't have to sacrifice efficiency for speed: The NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M is up to 30 percent more energy efficient than its predecessor. For even greater power savings, the MacBook Pro also includes integrated Intel HD Graphics.Also new is the MacBook Pro's breakthrough automatic graphics switching technology, enabling you to switch graphics processors on the fly to give you performance when you need it (when you're playing the latest 3D game, for example) and better battery efficiency when you don't (such as when you're reading email). Whether you're using applications like Aperture, Motion, or Final Cut Pro or just surfing the web, your MacBook Pro always knows which processor to use. You don't have to log out, shut down, or change your preferences.
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Unibody Design
Traditionally, notebooks are made from multiple parts. With the MacBook Pro all of those parts with just one part--the breakthrough unibody enclosure. Every MacBook Pro starts its life as a single block of aluminum, which is precisely machined into the basic unibody design. Another pass and the unibody takes shape. Another, and the integrated keyboard emerges. When you pick up a new MacBook Pro, you immediately notice the entire enclosure is thinner and lighter. And it feels strong and durable--perfect for life inside (and outside) your briefcase or backpack.LED-Backlit Display
LCD displays typically use cold cathode fluorescent lamps, or CCFLs, to create light and project a picture onto a screen, and this creates two problems--the lamps require more space and they take more time to warm up to full brightness. The MacBook Pro uses LED backlight technology to create the same amount of brightness in less space. And unlike fluorescent lamps, an LED backlight reaches maximum brightness instantly. Finally, a new, smaller iSight camera is concealed behind the display for quick access to video chats and snapping pics for uploading to social networks. The entire trackpad is the button, so you can click anywhere. |
Buttonless Multi-Touch Trackpad
With no button on the durable glass trackpad, there's more room to track and click--left, right, center, and everywhere in between. Without a separate button, the spacious trackpad gives your hands plenty of room to move on the large, silky glass surface. It also incorporates Multi-Touch gestures--including swipe, pinch, rotate, and four-finger swipe--and even more natural inertial scrolling--an intuitive way to scroll through large photo libraries, lengthy documents and long web sites. If you're coming from a right-click world, you can right-click with two fingers or configure a right-click area on the trackpad. |
Long-Lasting Battery
The new energy-efficient architecture in every MacBook Pro, along with automatic graphics switching, gives you dramatically longer battery life. On a single charge, the battery in the new 15-inch MacBook Pro lasts up to 8 to 9 hours. And you'll get up to 1000 full charge and discharge cycles--that's nearly three times the lifespan of typical notebook batteries. Advanced chemistry and Adaptive Charging allow the battery to maintain charging capabilities longer and determine the optimal way to charge the battery's cells. Because the battery lasts up to five years, MacBook Pro uses just one battery in the same time a typical notebook uses three. That makes for less waste. And that, in turn, makes for one environmentally friendly battery.Environmental Considerations
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Because Apple makes both the hardware and the software for the MacBook, they're designed to work together to produce a smarter product that uses less electricity. For instance, to reduce energy consumption, the hard drive spins down automatically when inactive. MacBook Air also decides which processor--CPU or GPU--is best suited to efficiently perform a task. The LED-backlit display in the MacBook Pro is another feature that plays an important part in conserving energy, consuming 30 percent less power than conventional LCD displays. And the display is designed to dim when you enter a darkened room.
The MacBook Pro meets the stringent low power requirements set by the EPA, giving it ENERGY STAR qualification. ENERGY STAR 5.0 sets significantly higher efficiency limits for power supplies and aggressive limits for the computer's typical annual power consumption.
Also, every MacBook Pro model has earned the highest rating of EPEAT Gold. The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool, or EPEAT, evaluates the environmental impact of a product based on how recyclable it is, how much energy it uses, and how it's designed and manufactured.
Pre-Loaded with Mac OS X Snow Leopard and iLife '09
 | Every Mac comes with Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the world's most advanced operating system, and iLife, Apple's innovative suite of applications for managing photos, making movies and creating and learning to play music. Snow Leopard builds on a decade of OS X innovation and success with hundreds of refinements, new core technologies and out of the box support for Microsoft Exchange. iLife features iPhoto, to easily organize and manage photos; iMovie with powerful easy-to-use new features such as Precision Editor, video stabilization and advanced drag and drop; and GarageBand which introduces a whole new way to help you learn to play piano and guitar. Installed software
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Customer Reviews
MacBook Pro 15 - Comprehensive Review - Artemaria - New York City
Have been using computers for nearly two decades and have owned both PCs and Macs. Use a PC laptop for work, which is great for that. But this is my first Mac laptop and I have to say, while I was grumbling at the price, you get what you pay for. Here are my thoughts.
PROS -
Trackpad --- this may be the best thing about this computer. While I read the review on CNET and they said the trackpad is great, you really have to experience it to understand. It is a transformational way of communicating with the computer. After having the computer for about a week, I am already much faster on this trackpad than I ever was on a mouse. You have to experience this to understand. The size and the functionality built into the trackpad are nothing short of astonishing.
Included software --- the included software on iLife is really useful. It has a rather full featured movie editing software for free, as well as iPhoto, iTunes, etc.
Not included bloatware --- it is nice not to have to delete all that crap from the desktop and windows system.
Fast --- very fast, especially in OSX. We got this with zero options, just the base 15" model. It is very quick with anything you throw at it.
Build quality --- you can grab this laptop from any corner and carry it. There is no flex in the casing. You can really feel the difference that building these things out of a solid block of aluminum makes.
Looks --- this is really a beautiful machine. You'll be as happy looking at is when it is off as when it is on.
Lighted keyboard --- bright enough to see, but not too bright to be distracting. Excellent view of all the keys in any lighting.
Display --- we have the base display and it is crystal clear. My brother-in-law got the resolution upgrade, and while you can tell a difference, if you don't have both the computers next to each other, you won't know what you are missing. If you do intensive graphics work, I would recommend the display resolution upgrade, otherwise, it is just bragging rights, for which I don't need to pay extra.
Battery life --- basically it goes all day with light use on one charge. There are not too many 15" laptops, if any, that can do this.
Spyware and Viruses --- yes there are none now, and that is good. Hopeuflly, there will be none for a long time.
Discounts and Rebates --- while most people would not associate discounts and rebates with Apple, this is a pretty good time to buy a new Mac. We got 0 towards an iPod Touch (making it free) and 0 towards a wireless printer (making it free). Thus, in the end, we got a wireless printer and an iPod Touch for the cost of the tax on these products alone. Also, if you are a teacher or work for the government, Apple will knock another 0 off the price. These are some nice discounts when you buy this laptop.
NEUTRAL -
OSX --- about two years ago, this would have been a tremendous positive as Vista was an unmitigated disaster. However, with Windows 7 being pretty good (and shamelessly ripping off many of OSX's features), this is less of an advantage than it sued to be. It is really a matter of taste. We happen to like OSX, especially Snow Leopard, but others may like Windows. This computer can run both.
Only two USB ports --- this is at least USB port less than the competition in this price range. However, because the track pad is so good, I don't need to fill up a USB port with a mouse like all my friends do. Also, since a wireless printer is about 0 (which Apple gives you towards the price of a new printer), that frees up another USB port. Thus, I only need a USB port for the iPod or the camera. Neither of which is connected to the laptop at all times,
Only 4GB RAM --- while it is plenty for now, I can see this not being enough in a few years.
No user replaceable RAM --- RAM is the cheapest way to make your computer go faster. Hopefully the computer will still go fast after the warranty expires so that I can take this apart and add more RAM. But it is annoying that there is no easy way to replace the RAM.
No user replaceable battery --- I don't know how long the battery will last, but if a problem develops, it would be nice to be able to change the battery.
CONS -
No Blu-Ray --- this was the biggest drawback for me, as I would have liked to have a Blu-Ray player in the house. However, since I don't own any Blu-Rays, it is not that big of a drawback. Also, since you can download most movies these days, this missing player is not a deal breaker.
No HDMI output --- this is another potential problem. I don't have an HDTV, so this is not a big deal, but if I get one, it is annoying to have to buy a special adapter PLUS an HDMI cable to play video from my laptop's mini-display port on my TV.
CONCLUSION -
All in all, I've liked this machine alot more than I thought I would. It feels good in the hand and great when using. The display is terrific and the machine is quite responsive. While it is tempting to look at a computer based exclusively on specifications, if you only do that, you may lose sight of what you need in a computer and how you use it. All the specifications in thw world achieve nothing if they are for features that you don't use. This computer hits a nice combination of features that people will actually use without including features and complications that they won't. For what we need, it just works.
While we looked at many laptops, we are happy we ended up with this one.
Hopefully this review helped you in your computer shopping. Best of luck.
The best of the best. - Joseph Sudano - Dix Hills, NY United States
I had been a Dell laptop fan since 1998 when I purchased my first Inspiron 7000 for over $ 4,800.00 with options. I have had 5 laptops since then. Two more Dell's that cost over $ 2,200.00 each, one being an XPS. I also had two Toshiba's. All my laptops were considered high performance models. Until I bought the Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro w/ the new i5 processor I have never been satisfied with the performance of any of my laptops. To start with the MacBook Pro is stunning to look at. The all aluminum case is flawless and lets you know this is a high quality piece of engineering. Everything about the MacBook Pro is what you would expect from a top of the line laptop. The performance is just fabulous. It is very fast, easy to use, and very intuitive. If you are looking for a laptop that will exceed your expectations, this is the one to get if you can afford it.
A reluctant gaming machine - S. Kydd -
My goal was to buy a Mac that was capable of playing any current generation game (as of 2010). I owned an Acer TravelMate 4011 prior, that was only good for surfing, microsoft office stuff and watching low resolution movies. It was ok at first but eventually its limitations got to me. I decided to go with a mac because I have always been a mac fan. I only bought the Acer for college and to try out Windows and boy was that a nightmare. My boot ups took me 5 minutes... Five. Whole. Minutes... and no I am not exaggerating. Performance wise, it felt like there was sludge inside my computer. I would often have to re-install windows at least twice a year.
It took me 3 years (I'm patient) before I was willing to buy a Macbook Pro (early 2010) as I was unsatisfied with the prior model's specs and prices. I chose the base model i5 because I did not believe that the minuscule increase in performance was worth the price.
As a mac, it's damn near perfect. Everything runs silky smooth with rarely any slow downs. I do occasionally experience an unresponsive track pad that leaves me tapping in vain though. I don't know if it's the track pad's fault or this Adobe Flash problem I keep hearing about (it usually happens when I'm surfing) or if it's just the computer "thinking", but it gets very annoying. The battery usually last about 7 hours or so but this varies depending on what you are doing. Watching movies with the brightness turned all the way up can get you about 4 to 5 hours. Reading with the brightness turned down halfway can get you roughly 9 hours, a huge improvement from my old computer's 1.5 hours. I also love that the computer is smart enough to stop charging the batteries when they are full, so you can leave it plugged in for as long as you want (though they still recommend you give the batteries some exercise and also that you calibrate it once a month).
Using this as a PC (via Bootcamp) reveals a flaw unfortunately. I installed Windows 7 to allow me to play PC games which this computer does quite well. I've only played Dragon age and Modern Warfare 1 so far with all settings except AA set to max and they both run very smoothly. However, the laptop gets really, really hot underneath and in the upper left corner next to the power cord. The computer is very thin which is cool, but I think this may give it poor ventilation. Because of the heat, the fans activate very loudly (I use headphone though so it doesn't bother me). Also, the track pad is not quite as nice in Windows as it is in Mac OS so I would suggest getting a mouse.
Now to be fair, I cannot blame this computer for these problems. The Macbook Pro has never claimed itself to be a gaming laptop and it isn't. Neither has it ever claimed to be a PC, it's not. The fact that it can still do both, however, should be looked on as a free bonus to an already outstanding laptop.
EDIT: I've read somewhere that the Macbook Pro uses its aluminum unibody as a heat conductor to keep the chips cool, which would explain why it feels so hot. This is good for the computer but bad for your lap. An excellent way of keeping both you and your lap top cool is to not play games on it while it's on your lap. Instead, place it on a flat surface. Better yet, place 2 objects under the laptop so that there is space for air to move freely underneath. You don't really need to buy an expensive laptop cooler (I use 2 books). I would love to get the xpad but bucks for a flat, fancy looking piece of plastic is a bit much to me.
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Genuine Dell D/Port Advanced Port Replicator for Dell D-Series Latitude D400 / D410 / D420 / D500 / D505 / D510 / D520 / D531 / D600 / D610 / D620 / D630 / D800 / D810 / D820 / D830 / ATG , Inspiron 8500 / 8600 / 500m / 510m / 520m / 600m / 610m , and Precision Workstation M20 / M60 / M65 / M70 / M4300 / M6300 / XPS M1710 Notebooks D/APR Model PR01X 2U444. Part Numbers: 2U442, P8129, 1W341, 1W342, 2T219 |
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Model Number: PR01X Dell Part Number: 2U442 Replaces Part Numbers: 2U444 1W341 GH051 HD372 T7135 P8129 310-2874 GH055 HD062 Dell D/Port advanced port replicator integrates your Dell computer quickly and easily into a desktop environment. Brand new 130W PA-4E AC adapter and cord is included. We've taken reliability and performance to the next level with the inclusion of this latest generation Dell AC adapter that has replaced the older, undependable PA-10. While still maintaining a small, lightweight frame, the 130W output of the PA-4e will replace both the PA-10 and the PA-13 when used with this D/Port replicator. The D/Port replicator is a used pull in excellent condition. Works with the following Dell Latitude, Inspiron, Precision, and XPS laptops: Dell Inspiron 500m, 510m, 520m, 600m, 610m Dell Inspiron 8500, 8600 Dell Latitude D400, D410, D420, D430 Dell Latitude D500, D505, D510, D520, D531 Dell Latitude D600, D610, D6620, D630 Dell Latitude D800, D810, D820, D830 Dell Precision M6300 Dell Precision Workstation M20, M60, M65, M70, M90 Dell XPS M1710 I/O Connectors: Serial (DTE)- One 9-pin connector, 16550-compatible, 16-byte buffer Parallel - One 25-pin unidirectional, bidirectional, or ECP connector PS/2 - Two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors USB - Four 4-pin, USB 2.0-compliant connectors: three standard USB and one powered USB Audio - Audio line-out connector for headphones/speakers Digital audio - S/PDIF Network - One RJ-45 port; 10/100/1000GB Ethernet Modem - One RJ-11 port Video - Digital video interface (DVI), one 24-pin connector S-video - TV-out one 7-pin mini-DIN connecto |
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CUSTOMER REVIEW - My wife is a university professor who commutes to another city and also teaches online from home. She was using both a desktop at home and a university provided laptop but they would not provide a port replicator. Recently her older desktop began dying and she did not want to spend the money to replace it. I bought her this port replicator and it works great. It was easy to install plus it is simple to connect or eject the laptop. It also included the power supply that some in the past apparently did not have. I also received spousal brownie points for making life a little easier for my wife! CUSTOMER REVIEW - The docking station works fine. More care could have been taken for the packaging during shipping however - some brown paper packed around the part lying loose in a box shows a lack of attention. CUSTOMER REVIEW - This is a perfect mate with the New Dell D/Monitor Stand Latitude D Family 6Y667 HD058. The laptop docks firmly into the stand, and I really like the DVI port, for use with and LCD Monitor. The DVI port supports my 1440X960 monitor just fine. I bought a used one through Amazon for about $20, works great! As others have mentioned, you have to have your own power supply for this dock. CUSTOMER REVIEW - This port replicator has worked great so far and you can't beat the price with a stick. I am only able to get 1280x800 maximum resolution through the DVI-D port to my digital monitor but I'm not sure if the problem is with the replicator, my laptop, or the monitor so I'm still giving this 5 stars. CUSTOMER REVIEW - After ordering here and receiving this item (from Dell Direct), I missed the fine print. But the copy above *does* say that you need a PA-10 type power supply. As received from Dell, the item came with absolutely no documentation (or even an invoice for that matter.) So here I go ordering another $25 power adapter in order to use it. I'll be back if this isn't great. |
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Genuine Dell Laptop Notebook E/Port Replicator Docking Station PR03X with Power Adapter PA-4E For Dell E Series Laptop/Notebooks |
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Genuine Dell PR03X E/Port Replicator and PA-4E Power Adapter for Dell E-Series Latitude and Precision Notebooks. Identical Dell Part Numbers are: CP103, XX066, T308D. This DOES include the AC Power Adapter, PA-4E! E/Port Information: When you use your notebook as your main PC, both on the road and at your desk, the E/Port Replicator eliminates the need to reconnect cables and peripherals each time you return to your desk! Simply connect your notebook to the E/Port and have immediate access to your expansion ports - VGA, DVI, Parallel, Serial, Headphones, USB 2.0 (x5), Phone, Ethernet, and E/Bay! This unit is compatible with E/Monitor and E/View Notebook stands. E/Port Specifications: Device Type: Advanced Port Replicator; Compliant Standards: IEEE 802.3ab; Notebook Connector Required: 1 x Docking connector; Ports: 1 Serial, 1 Parallel, 5 USB 2.0, 1 VGA, 1 DVI, 1 20-pin DisplayPort, 1 RJ-45 Ethernet, 1 Audio Line-out, 1 Microphone-In, 1 Dual e-Sata/USB port, 1 E/Bay connector; Networking: Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbps; Security: Latch Cable Lock Ready; Power Input: 19.5V, 6.7/10.8 A; Power Supply: PA-4E AC Adapter ARE Included. |
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CUSTOMER REVIEW - Got one for the office and will now probably get one for home. I constantly go back and forth between my home office and work. I use multiple monitors and have many things to connect at each location. Now I come in, drop my laptop on the docking station and am good to go. I don't have to get under the desk to find those cords that have fallen so i can plug them in anymore. CUSTOMER REVIEW - Decent price and this does exactly what was advertised. I have this hooked up at work and just drop my laptop on it and press the power button. Keyboard, mouse, speakers and mouse all run thru the docking station while charging my laptop. As advertised! CUSTOMER REVIEW - Es un producto pésimo, ya tenia un docking con mi D630 y funcionaba bien, sin embargo este docking ha sido imposible de ajustar la máxima resolución de mi monitor. Cuando fuà a buscar referencias en internet encontré que es un problema claramente identificado y sin solución por parte de DELL. It's a lousy product, and had a docking with my D630 and it worked well, but this docking was impossible to set the maximum resolution of my monitor. When I went to look for references on the internet found that it is a clearly identified problem and no solution from DELL. CUSTOMER REVIEW - Take it out of the box, plug in the peripherals, dock the notebook and press the power button. Its that easy. If you spend more than a couple of hours in an office each week, then you need a docking station. |
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Dell D/Port Advanced Port Replicator + New AC adapter |
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Dell D/Port advanced port replicator integrates your Dell computer quickly and easily into a desktop environment. Brand new PA-4E AC adapter and cord is included. We've taken reliability and performance to the next level with the inclusion of this latest generation Dell AC adapter that has replaced the older, undependable PA-10. While still maintaining a small, lightweight frame, the 130W output of the PA-4e will replace both the PA-10 and the PA-13 when used with this D/Port replicator. Works with the following Dell Latitude, Inspiron, Precision, and XPS laptops: Dell Inspiron 500m Dell Inspiron 510m Dell Inspiron 520m Dell Inspiron 600m Dell Inspiron 610m Dell Inspiron 8500 Dell Inspiron 8600 Dell Latitude D400 Dell Latitude D410 Dell Latitude D420 Dell Latitude D430 Dell Latitude D500 Dell Latitude D505 Dell Latitude D510 Dell Latitude D520 Dell Latitude D531 Dell Latitude D600 Dell Latitude D610 Dell Latitude D620 Dell Latitude D630 Dell Latitude D800 Dell Latitude D810 Dell Latitude D820 Dell Latitude D830 Dell Precision M6300 Dell Precision Workstation M20 Dell Precision Workstation M60 Dell Precision Workstation M65 Dell Precision Workstation M70 Dell Precision Workstation M90 Dell XPS M1710 I/O Connectors: Serial (DTE)- One 9-pin connector, 16550-compatible, 16-byte buffer Parallel - One 25-pin unidirectional, bidirectional, or ECP connector PS/2 - Two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors USB - Four 4-pin, USB 2.0-compliant conne |
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Targus Docking Station with Digital Audio |
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The Targus Universal Docking Station w/ Digital Audio is designed to connect to any notebook with a USB port. Simply plug in the USB cable to connect a network, keyboard, mouse, printer, speakers or other external peripherals. The digital audio connection transforms your DVDs or music into virtual surround sound for an in-home theater experience. The innovative ID design allows for natural cooling of the notebook and provides an ergonomic and comfortable typing platform. Main FeaturesManufacturer: Targus Group International.Manufacturer Part Number: ACP45USManufacturer Website Address: www.targus.comPorts: 1 x 6-pin mini-DIN Keyboard , 1 x 6-pin mini-DIN Mouse , 1 x 25-pin D-Sub (DB-25) Parallel , 1 x 9-pin D-Sub (DB-9) Serial , 1 x 3.5mm Audio In, 1 x Audio Out, 1 x SPDIF, 1 x RJ-45 Network, 2 x 4-pin Powered USB 2.0, 2 x 4-pin Type A USB 2.0 USB , 1 x DC-inDimensions: 1.2" Height x 10.6" Width x 3" DepthWeight: 12.2 oz Standard Warranty: 1 Year(s) Limited |
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CUSTOMER REVIEW - Same comments as others....Load software, works for a bit. Sometimes sound goes out by opening a miscellaneous program. Sometimes the unit doesn't recognize the peripherals when the computer has been rebooted. Sometimes my HP laptop crashes. Maybe it's something to do with HP compatibility as I've seen this a few times. CUSTOMER REVIEW - Works as it said, but would be so much nicer if you could plug the monitor in also. CUSTOMER REVIEW - I bought this Targus Docking Station with digital Audio thinking that it would be nice to free my laptop of all the wires attached to it, so that when I wanted to take it elsehwere I just had to unhook one wire. Besides, I was running out of USB ports and the price of this item seemed right. Well, I got it installed well enough (had to recognize each and every component one at a time and load the drivers, but that was all right, I figured it was a one time deal). It worked until I put the laptop to sleep as I do every night when I am done. When I woke the laptop the docking station forgot most of the peripherals plugged in, and took forever to figure out what they were and how to get them running again -- I mean like 5 minutes or more, and I have a powerful HP Pavilion laptop running Vista Home Premium. So much for the as-advertised sleeping with the laptop and waking up with the laptop. The other mistake I made was unplugging the docking station so that I could take the laptop to another room. Guess what happened when I plugged it back in? Failed to recognize my peripherals again. Reboot and even then stuff was not remembered. It had to re-learn all the drivers all over again. Then there are the USB ports that seem to work when they feel good and ready to work. How do I know it is not my laptop? I bought an HP docking station and simply plugged it in, plugged my stuff into it and bang! Worked right away. No reboot no nothing. Solid as a rock. Goes to sleep with the laptop and wakes with the laptop remembering everything perfectly. Works just as if it were part of the laptop and not an "extender". Now I have to give away this Targus junk. Maybe someone else will have better luck! I don't have the time to waste fighting with this. CUSTOMER REVIEW - easy to set up, easy to use, universal and handy. Wanted the audio connection and am pleased with that too. CUSTOMER REVIEW - Received product and was as described. I am not a computer expert but did not have difficulty in setting up laptop on docking station. It works great but I am having some difficulty with sound quality. This may be me and not the product. |
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Dell Advanced Port Replicator - Port replicator |
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Maximize your workspace with the Dellâ"¢ E-Port Plus Replicator. This E-Port Plus Replicator gives you a comfortable work space where you can plug a keyboard, mouse and monitor to the port replicators and use your laptop like a desktop! Simplified connectivity facilitates a single interface to connect to your printer, monitor or other peripheral devices. It also gives you ease of mobility wherein you need not unplug and re-plug multiple peripherals to access your printer or other devices. This product is tested and validated with Dell Systems. It is supported by Dell Technical Support, when used with a Dell system.. Ensures convenient cable management. Supported by Dell Technical Support when used with a Dell system Tech Specs . Device Type: Port replicator. Dimensions: 12.2 in x 7.1 in x 2.8. Dell 130 watt AC adapter included Expansion / Connectivity: . Interface: 1 x serial - RS-232 - 9 pin D-Sub (DB-9) ¦ 1 x parallel - 25 pin D-Sub (DB-25) ¦ 2 x keyboard / mouse - generic - 6 pin |
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CUSTOMER REVIEW - I got one of these thru Shimmerman (via Amazon) no instructions, no information. I can't figure out how to hook it up. So far, Dell, Amazon, and Shimmerman aren't helping. I have a Dell Inspiron 1764 laptop. If I can't hook into a docking station -- its going back too. |
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Thermaltake Sata HDD USB Docking Station |
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Thermaltake N0028USU HDD Docking Station. The picture is for display only and the hard drive is not included. |
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CUSTOMER REVIEW - A great product for people that have a LOT of data, especially media, that needs backing up, but not necessarily accessing, for a long time. I am a visual effects artist for a primetime crime show and we have to make sure all our media and final shots are backed up and locked tight. While the Thermaltake HDD dock is a little slow on the USB front, it's worth it for the ease of use, and ability to cram it with my files and then take it home where it will be safe until needed. A great tool at an unbeatable price; this paired with hard drives from NewEgg, is a fantastic, cost effective way to back up important information. CUSTOMER REVIEW - Being able to test a drive or get some data off of it without going through the hassle of installing it in a computer or traditional external drive case is quite nice. I have used this device with both my Mac(OS X Leopard) and my PC(Windows 7) without any problems. CUSTOMER REVIEW - This thing stopped working after two days. I loved it for those first two days, hated it afterward. It's going back to Amazon. CUSTOMER REVIEW - Buy it only if you plan on using it for testing only. For long term get the external HD enclosure. this one gets really hot quick. CUSTOMER REVIEW - Fast shipping and the product is good enough for the money. No trouble or bug so far...I like it. |
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Acer Aspire One 521 as well as 721 examination
On the surface Acer’s 10.1-inch Aspire One 521 and 11.6-inch Aspire One 721 crop up to be fairly run-of-the-mill netbooks — or ultraportables for those that have been morally against to calling the laptop with a 11.6-inch arrangement the netbook. They’re rather than small machines, magnitude only about an inch thick, and ring up during underneath $430. But there’s the lot more than meets a eye with this Aspire One duo – instead of Intel Atom or ULV processors, both are powered by the brand-new AMD 1.7GHz Athlon II Neo K125 processor as well as promise 1080p playback interjection to ATI Radeon HD 4225 graphics. We’ve positively been pumped about these dual systems given their French debut, but fear of AMD’s customarily poor battery life as well as boiling temperatures have been holding us back from all-out excitement. Do we have zero to fear but fright itself? We’ve spent a final couple of days with these dual systems, as well as will reveal all in the full examination after a break. Acer Aspire One 521 as well as 721 examination
Look and feel
The Aspire One 521 as well as 721 clearly share the same pattern birthright, though they’re patently really different, as shown in a picture on top of. For a single, a 11.6-inch 721 is obviously longer than a 10.1-inch 521, yet both are still awfully portable as well as usually magnitude 1.1-inches at their thickest indicate. The 721 weighs in at 3.1 pounds, while a not as big 521 is a somewhat lighter 2.8 pounds. However, a clearest differentiator between the two is their lids. The 521’s glossy mocha cover has the Tetris-like settlement that is ornate with the vast china Aspire One logo. We’ve picked on this pattern decision the bit in previous posts, but we’re happy to echo the dislike. A bit of branding here or there has never worried us most, though do we need someone across a coffee shop seeing a large trademark upon our laptop? Nope, and it only seems run-down. We much prefer a small Acer logo on the 721’s matte mesh lid, which will be available in red, navy and black.
In conditions of the setup peculiarity, the two systems have been done wholly done of plastic, and we noticed a bottom shade was coming loose on both machines. We find this to be a box with many budget Acers — they aren’t a many permanent systems, but for a cost they’re decently done. The 521 as well as 721 have a same allocation of ports – an HDMI, VGA, as well as a single USB port live upon the left corner, while an one more two USB jacks, Ethernet as well as headphone and microphone sockets have been positioned on the right. Both additionally have 3-in-1 label readers. The bottom of a appurtenance provides easy entrance to both a IMPEL as well as tough drive compartments, so you shouldn’t have the problem swapping them out if that’s your thing.
Keyboard, touchpad and screen
The 521 as well as 721 have the same chiclet keyboards which Acer’s been using on its new netbooks as well as laptops, albeit a 521’s is narrower. While the rounded keys have been well-spaced as well as have a slight gap between them, overall you only find them to be as well prosaic. We got used to typing upon a really level panel, though a plastic keys still don’t unequivocally mold to your fingers. Both systems have rather than tiny touchpads that have been flush with a metal-like palmrest. They’re fine for navigating, though a multitouch gestures are really off — two finger scrolling barely worked in Firefox as well as IE. We similar to a dedicated right as well as left rodent buttons, yet a ones on a 721 have been incredibly unbending.
The 521 has a typical 10.1-inch, 1024×600 fortitude netbook arrangement, but given its ability to hoop 720p calm we wish it had a aloft 1366×768 resolution like the 11.6-inch 721. Obviously, a 721’s 11.6 inch shade is roomier; you elite regulating it over a 521 to write this examination as you could keep mixed windows open upon the shade. Both LCDs had decent horizontal perspective angles, though a vertical angles were pretty trashy. The tiny machines have two speakers underneath the front edge – they aren’t starting to fill a vast room, but they’ll do when it comes to watching the movie or listening to a little tunes whilst working.
Performance, graphics as well as battery life
We know, this is part of the examination you’ve been watchful for – the part where you answer if AMD has done improvements in battery holdup, graphics, and feverishness, as well as if they can start to really contest with Intel in a small laptop space. Well, the answer isn’t that cut as well as dry, though we’re happy with what we’ve seen. On the opening side of things, a 1.7GHz Athlon II Neo processor scored right in in between Intel Atom and Intel ULV CPUs upon benchmarks, which in our perspective is the perfect place to be. We’ll let the benchmarks below speak for themselves, though in bland opening we found the systems to be comparatively snappy – especially after we uninstalled a McAfee Internet Suite. Both the 521 as well as 721 kept up with our bland chores, which enclosed concurrently essay in Microsoft Word 2007, surfing the web in Firefox, chatting in Digsby, as well as checking the Twitter feeds in Tweetdeck. When we threw in the 720p video into a brew, you noticed it took a few more seconds to open a file, though it played back flawlessly.
PCMarkVantage 3DMark06
Battery Life
Acer Aspire One 721
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1814 1235 3:30
Lenovo ThinkPad X100e (AMD Athlon Neo) 1511 1060 3:27
ASUS UL50Vf (Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300) 3724 827 / 3438 6:10
Alienware M11x (Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300) 2689 654 / 5593 4:30
PCMark05 3DMark06 Battery Life
Acer Aspire One 521
(AMD Athlon II Neo K125) 2286 1481 4:02
Dell Mini 10 (Intel Atom N450) 1264 132 5:58
ASUS Eee PC 1005PE (Intel Atom N450) 1431 157 8:10
Toshiba Mini NB305 (Intel Atom N450) 1272 156 6:30
And graphics is just where a single core AMD Athlon II Neo / ATI Radeon HD 4225 combo beats any Atom-based netbook, as well as even rivals NVIDIA Ion based systems. (Note: you haven’t reviewed the $484 Eee PC 1201PN that is the usually Ion 2 complement on a market). The 521 as well as 721 didn’t shrug during playing local 720p and 1080p files – they even played them uniformly when outputted to the 40-inch HDTV via HDMI. They additionally handled 720p YouTube videos similar to champs; though starting up to a 1080p environment caused stuttering. On a gaming front, the machines aren’t starting to slice by any initial chairman shooters, though they managed an admirable 28fps in World of Warcraft. That’s unequivocally not too shabby, as well as NVIDIA’s Ion systems are no longer a only netbooks on a marketplace that can claim higher graphics opening. And there’s no doubt that ATI’s Radeon HD 4225 graphics is a better preference than Broadcom’s Crystal HD decoder — a ATI graphics didn’t force us to choose a specific browser or program for personification behind high-def video as Broadcom’s chip did upon the Dell Mini 10.
So, that battery holdup… AMD has definitely done strides in which locus, yet we’d still like to see some-more when it comes to continuation. When you reviewed a Lenovo ThinkPad X100e with the 1.6Ghz AMD Athlon Neo MV-40 as well as really large 63Wh battery, the system didn’t run for longer than four hours on the video outline battery exam, that loops a same standard def video at 65 percent shade lightness. Both the 521 as well as 721 with only 48Wh batteries got over three hours upon which same test – a 521 ran for four hours as well as two minutes as well as a 721 for 3.5. In everyday use you saw each get about a half an hour to 45 mins more runtime. Sure, we wish these dual got on top of 5 hours for gentle NY to LA craft rides as well as but the disbelief Intel Atom netbooks with the same batteries would last longer on the charge, but with a combined opening you get from the 521 as well as 721 it’s a sacrifice you assume a little will be peaceful to have. (Note: we’ve asked Acer about extended battery options, and we will update this review when we get an answer behind We also saw improvement in terms of heat – both systems did get somewhat warm upon a left side nearby a air blower, but when we kept them upon our lap it wasn’t bothersome as well as didn’t bake by our jeans similar to a X100e.
A quick note upon configurations — whilst both have the same processor and graphics, there are a little slight spec differences. The $349.99 chronicle of the 521 comes with Windows 7 Starter, the 250GB tough drive as well as 1GB of IMPEL. The $429.99 721, upon a other hand, has 2GB of IMPEL as well as runs Windows 7 Home Premium.
Acer continues to load these puppies up with quite the bit of software. There’s both Norton Antivirus as well as McAfee preloaded along with a Netflix as well as eBay shortcuts on a desktop. Removing most of this junk noticeably sped up opening.
Wrap-up
We had a camber AMD was sitting on some great stuff given the series of laptop makers that have been picking up their brand-new chips, though, as they say, seeing is believing. These dual laptops aren’t perfect as well as their battery life is disappointing, though for their cost you have been tender. At $349 a Aspire One 521 is a single of the many absolute 10-inch netbooks on a marketplace right away, and though it may not final as long on the charge as Atom-powered one, it’s miles ahead in conditions of handling Flash as well as HD video. No, we’re not the greatest fans of the outrageous trademark upon the lid, but the cost as well as performance have been sure to win over someone looking for the 10-incher.
Though, if you had to select we’d go with the 721 — for $80 more than the 521 you get some-more than only the secondary machine with its wider screen as well as keyboard. Of course, if you consistently direct some-more than 4 hours of battery holdup you’ll wish to go with an Intel ULV laptop, but many of them price north of $700. And good, that’s exactly what AMD’s starting for — Acer now has dual incredibly affordable and moveable laptops that container more opening than most netbooks and bill ultraportables upon a marketplace.
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| Dell S2209W 22-Inch LCD Widescreen Monitor |
Dell S2209W 22-Inch LCD Widescreen Monitor Product By Dell Marketing USA, LP Lowest Price : $399.99 Available From 1 Sellers  |
Technical Details
- Stylish 22" viewing screen
- Full HD Resolution
- Experience Seamless HD with 16:9 Aspect Ratio
- Sleek black frame matches new Inspiron desktops
- Crisp 5ms Response
Product Description
The Dell S2209W features Full HD 1920 x 1080 (Optimal) Resolution – Enjoy cinema-quality movies at your desktop. Full HD also brings out the very best in games, videos and digital photos. 16:9 Aspect Ratio – Experience seamless HD entertainment in the widescreen format for which it was intended. 5 Millisecond Response Time (Typical) – Creates seamless, fluid, fast-action video. DVI-D with HDCP – Supports playback of protected high-definition content from Blu-ray Disc™ drives on PCs. Finishing Touch – The sleek black frame matches the new Dell InspironTM systems and complements just about any interior.Amazon.com Product Description
Enjoy cinema-quality full 1080p HD resolution from your PC with the stylishly designed 22-inch Dell S2209W LCD widescreen monitor, enabling you to watch movies at the resolution the filmmakers intended, or play games and view multimedia with rich, vibrant colors and unbelievable detail. The 22-inch screen (21.5-inch viewable) features a full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio, and lightning-fast 5ms response time for seamless, fluid, fast-action video. It has inputs for analog VGA and digital DVI video connections--with the DVI-D offering HDCP support for playback of protected high-definition content--and it comes with a stand that tilts for getting the optimal viewing angle. This monitor is Energy Star 4.0 certified, and has received a Silver EPEAT designation for meeting standards to help reduce its environmental impact.
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- 1920 x 1080 resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio combine to create simply gorgeous results. Now you can watch HD movies on your PC and get the full cinematic experience.
- DVI-D with HDCP lets you view protected high-definition multimedia content from Blu-ray Disc drives on desktops and notebooks.
- The fast 5ms (millisecond) response time delivers crisp, clear images during fast-action video, making the S2209W an ideal solution for serious gamers, video editors, or anyone who appreciates fluid, high-definition content.
- 300 cd/m2 brightness allows you to see the high-quality resolution in well-lit rooms and areas with lots of sunlight.
- A high contrast ratio of 1000:1 serves up vibrant blacks and rich, saturated colors.
- The sleek, glossy frame matches the Dell Inspiron systems and works beautifully with most household decor.
- A quick-detach stand and optional wall mount permits easy wall mounting.
- The tilt-adjustable panel lets you position the screen to your preferred, most comfortable viewing angle.
- The optional Dell AX510PA multimedia soundbar provides dynamic stereo sound that enhances any viewing experience.
Specifications
- Video inputs: VGA and DVI-D
- Viewing angle: 160°/170°
- Color support: 16.7 million colors
- Pixel pitch: 0.248mm
- Security port: Yes (cable lock sold separately)
- Power consumption - operational: 42 watts
- Power consumption - sleep: Less than 2 watts
- Dimensions: 20.6 x 8.76 x 15 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 8.5 pounds (LCD panel only)
What's in the Box
This package includes the S2209W LCD monitor, power cord, VGA cable (VGA to VGA), DVI cable, and CD user guide and documentation. It's backed by a Dell 3 Year Limited Hardware Warranty and includes our 3 Years Advance Exchange (AE) Service. And should you need technical support, you can call toll-free within the U.S. for the duration of the warranty.
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Customer Reviews
By Susan C. Bristol (PARISH, NY, US)
I love this monitor. Was easy to set up and works great. Goes to sleep when not in use. Wakes up fast and can use as soon as computer is ready.
By Jeremiah A. Mccabe
I was very pleased when I recieved this order way before estimated delivery date of Feb.17,2010 I recieved it on Feb.11,2010 and i had just placed this order 2 days before I recieved it is in excellent condition as described, very nice I jumped up and down it was so much nicer than expected! This was very great purchase, I highly recomend this 22 inch LCD Widescreen Monitor for others, I would buy from this customer again!! Still waiting to hook it up and try it out im sure i will be back to leave a great feedback!
By AnnN (PA)
This monitor arrived with a bright blue line down the center of the screen. Dell would not send out a new one for exchange. They said that dead pixels is not a valid reason for a replacement. However, they told me I could return it, which I did. I was disappointed because I purchased it on sale and it was no longer on sale after I returned it.
One would think that that many dead pixels would be a valid reason for a replacement under their warranty, but apparently not!
By Daniel Ramos (Springfield, MA USA)
Upside:
I have several computers, all running Linux, and bought two of these. One for my dedicated home theater PC running Xubuntu (though considering switching to Mythbuntu lately for its excellent support of my Linux supported HDTV tuner card) and this monitor just--WORKED. Right out of the box, as soon as I went to the Display control panel and selected the full resolution of 1920x1080 from the drop-down and applied it.. it blew me away. The dark and black graphics are wonderfully deep, the white are solid and bright. The color palette looks spectacular and accurate! I certainly think this monitor was well--WELL worth every dollar! It worked on everything from my do-it-yourself made tower server all the way down to my Dell Mini9 running Kubuntu. (I tried Karmic Koala 9.10 versions of Xubuntu, Kubuntu and Mythbuntu in all cases--all without problems.)
Downside:
I also tried hooking up a Nintendo Wii using a Wii-to-VGA cable... and although the Wii works flawlessly with my CRT monitors, and (at first) looks breathtakingly PERFECT on this monitor, it suffers from occasional screen blanking which I suspect might be due to being slightly out-of-sync. The Wii is trying to put out a 640x480 progressive at 60Hz, and although this monitor should handle this accurately, it seems as if there's something not quite right and it tries to blank out to sync back up again--at least, that's my guess. I haven't tried it yet, but I ordered and am waiting for a scaler to try out the Wii on the second monitor which I intended to use for gaming.
Summary:
I've only used the VGA connector (I have nothing with DVI output) but it looks absolutely beautiful. I don't recommend using a Wii-to-VGA to play the Wii on it, but then that's a bit of a hack anyway.. otherwise, I have absolutely NOTHING bad to say about this monitor.
By Candace Bullock Foley (Northern California)
I'm very happy with the new Dell flat screen monitor. It's much wider than my old one. I'm so happy that I don't have to keep scrolling over to see the right side of the screen. The monitor takes up less room on my desk, and I like the look of it.
One problem we had was changing the resolution for better graphics. What I have now seems fine, although sometimes it seems a bit faded looking. My husband and I tried to go through the steps to change the resolution, but it was too complicated for us ( we're not that computer savvy.)
I was going to order the same monitor directly from Dell, but when I checked Amazon, I found the price to be less, so I saved money, too.
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HP TouchSmart TM2-1070US (USA) | Cheap Buy HP TouchSmart TM2-1070US 12.1-Inch Riptide Argento Laptop Best Prices & Buy Online!!!
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HP TouchSmart TM2-1070US 12.1-Inch Riptide Argento Laptop
With unparalleled versatility, the HP TouchSmart tm2 lets you touch, draw, type or move everywhere in between. This compact yet powerful notebook converts to a tablet with a simple twist. Next-generation multi-touch technology puts endless creative possibilities at your fingertips. Slim and stylish, the HP TouchSmart tm2 can make everything you do faster, easier, and way more fun.
Intel Core2 Duo Processor SU7300 (1.3 GHz, 3 MB L2 Cache, 800 MHz FSB)
4GB DDR3 System Memory (2 DIMM) (expandable to 8 GB)
320GB (7200RPM) Hard Drive (SATA)
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit, * Up to 9.75 Hours of Battery Life
Diagonal WXGA HD HP LED BrightView Widescreen Display (1280 x 800).
Panel rotates 180° and folds flat.
Zero Force TouchSmart Display, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD with up to 1695MB total available Graphics Memory
Customer Reviews
Great Convertible Tablet
First: My review is for a slightly different configuration of the tm2t. I have the upgraded processor, Core 2 Duo SU9600 (1.60GHz, 800MHz FSB) w/512MB ATI Mobility Radeon(TM) HD 4550 Graphics, and the 500 GB HDD. I’ve had it for a week now and the short of it is: I love it. I’d give it 4.5/5 stars if Amazon would let me. I rounded down to 4 stars as there are a few nitpicky things keeping it from perfect.
Second: I love tablets. My previous laptop was a Toshiba R15, but it was getting a little old and the battery was dying, so it was time to look around for another. So why not wait for the glut of slate tablets this year, such as the ipad or HP Slate? Well, I love being able to hand-write notes, draw and sketch, and yet still type for a variety of projects I use the laptop for. I love Microsoft OneNote (one of the few programs they really got right), and I’m not sure how well it would run (if at all, like on the ipad) on the slates, and I don’t mind navigating with a stylus (sometime I even prefer it). Mostly, though, I really need to be able to type (a lot) for both work and home. Yes, you can get docks for the slates that let you type, but they seem clunky so far and I always liked having the convertible so the keyboard is always with you, and truth be told, I do spend more time in notebook mode than in tablet mode, but I still do have the option of running it as you would a slate. So choosing a tablet has much to do with how you plan on using it.
Pros:
- First (and only, as far as I can tell) tablet with an option for discrete graphics. I’ve been waiting for this for years.
- Very light and easily portable
- Switchable graphics helps saves battery power, overall battery life is good
- Large touchpad area
- Sound is great for such a small machine
- HP Touchsmart software
Cons:
- Occasional poor touchpad/touchscreen operation
- No physical lock to keep screen down when in tablet mode, screen can be hard to grab to convert back to notebook
- Screen rotation is manual
Graphics: One of the main selling points for me was the option for the discrete graphics. As a previous tablet user, I had to watch while all the other notebook users got to play their games while I couldn’t. Now, finally, my laptop can do everything I want. I’m able to play Everquest 2 on it, which is a very graphics-demanding application (I couldn’t run it at all on my Toshiba, and I’m sure the default GMA 4500 Graphics accelerator would probably do the same). Yes, the settings are turned down to medium and it can run a bit choppy at times (I average around 15 fps, and if that seems low, bear in mind EQ2 demands a lot more than World of Warcraft, I’m sure WoW would run at ~30 fps), but it runs, and I can play it easily. Other games ran perfectly, with crisp-looking graphics. If you want to be able to play some higher-end games on a tablet, this is the one you want. If you just want a purely gaming notebook, though, there are certainly better ones out there. One other plus: the graphics actually switch between low and high power states, depending if the laptop is plugged in. Basically this means for things like Everquest you’re going to want to be plugged in, but it allows you to save battery life when on battery (you could keep it in high mode if you wanted, though). I didn’t even see this advertised, but I thought it was a neat little additional feature, and I didn’t notice any noticeable drop in graphics quality when in low-power mode (although EQ2 dropped to about 5-8 fps).
[Update 3: Everquest is averaging better than 25 fps now, sometimes even in the 40's. I think the initial low numbers were due to a new expansion pack and lots of players. Even better news for the graphics capabilities on this tablet.]
Construction: The body is nice, the whole tablet is light without feeling cheap, and it’s easily portable. My old Toshiba is a beast compared to it. I like that the touchpad is larger than other pads I’ve seen, even if it occasionally acts up (see below). It’s amazing how much they cram into such a small space. There are plenty of ports (something I wonder if all the upcoming slates will have) including USB, VGA and HDMI.
Screen: This one I was really worried about. My old Toshiba had a 14.1″ screen, and I looked at some similar-sized screens before ordering it, but I was afraid it was going to be too small to be able to use daily. The good news: it’s not. Yes, it’s definitely a small screen compared to many other notebooks, but it feels bigger than it is, definitely better than any of the 10″ netbooks, and colors are sharp and clear, and I can operate any of the programs (like OneNote) or games just fine and without squinting. It’s smooth with a glass feel to it, which is nice for using the touchscreen and I love writing on it far more than my Toshiba, but it does tend to reflect a lot.
Sound: the included Altec Lansing speakers are impressive for how small they are. Yes, you won’t get much bass out of it, but music and sounds are crisp and clear, not tinny at all.
Battery Life: This seems good, if not great, but no different than any other laptop out there. I’m sure if you just let it sit there and not do anything you can get the advertised 9-plus hours. Regular use seems to be around 4-5 hours, though I haven’t really put it to any tests yet, like running a DVD movie from an external drive. I’ll see if I can get back on this. Certainly for running in tablet mode and surfing or watching video streams, I have no complaints.
Tablet: Speaking of which, I really like the HP Touchsmart software that came with it. It basically lets you use it as you would any of the upcoming slate tablets, with icons for watching local or streaming videos (such as Hulu and Netflix), viewing photos, surfing the web, etc. I don’t know if HP will offer any Apps (which is supposed to be part of the big deal with the ipad and such), but it’s great for stuff you already do. A couple complaints here, though. When you flip the screen around and put it in tablet mode, there is no latch like my Toshiba had to keep the screen in place. It’s not been a problem yet, but a locking mechanism would have been nice. Similarly, when you want to flip the screen back up to notebook mode, you have to pry the two halves apart. There could have been a slight indentation to get your fingers under the screen to make it easier. Also, there’s a button that lets you switch the screen orientation. On my old Toshiba you could set it to automatically switch when in tablet mode, then back when in notebook mode. If that’s an option here, I haven’t found it yet, although it always switches back when you go to notebook mode, so maybe I just haven’t been able to find how to set it (the manual just says to rotate via the button).
Touchpad/touchscreen: My last complaint has to do with the responsiveness of both the touchpad and the touch screen. I can’t tell if the problem is hardware or software based, but I though it worth mentioning, although I wouldn’t call it a show-stopper by any means. I like that the touchpad is bigger than other pads I’ve seen, but it doesn’t always seem to do what I tell it. Sometimes the cursor hops all over the screen while I’m just dragging my finger, while other times it doesn’t seem to respond at all for a second or two. Other times it will zoom in or out seemingly on its own. It is a multi-touch pad, so maybe that’s part of it and I just need to learn how to operate it better, but I don’t think that’s always it. Also, the touchscreen doesn’t always seem to respond. For example, while watching a Netflix movie, you could press the pause button but there was a delay before the movie would pause, then when I pressed play, it didn’t acknowledge the first press and I had to hit it again. I’ve tried pressing slightly harder or longer, but that doesn’t seem to make a difference. I find myself pressing a button twice sometimes in order to make it work. Again, this might just be me getting used to a touchscreen, but I’m not so sure. They’re both usable, just a little annoying and frustrating at times, and the touchscreen might be a problem if you wanted it purely as a tablet.
Summation: Any complaints I have, though, I consider minor. 4.5/5 stars. This is a great convertible tablet for those who are looking for one. No other tablets right now could match the specs (esp. with the discrete graphics) for the price. The Lenovo and Dell tablets were typically (…) more for their high-end models to begin with, and you can get HP coupons and instant sales that can save you as much as (…) off their listed price, making it hands down the best deal for a tablet right now.
Update 1: After fiddling with the settings of the touchpad and making it less sensitive, it works much better now. Still occasionally jumps around, but I get that with every touchpad I’ve ever used, so that’s probably just me. Also, I think the touchscreen has a “sleep mode”, i.e. if there’s no touch after a few seconds, it takes 2-3 touches to respond, but as long as you keep touching, it works fine (I’m guessing this is so errant touches won’t click on something you don’t want).
Update 2: Had this for two weeks now. Overall performance is great (though you’ll want to remove some of HP’s pre-installed software) and battery usage is actually quite good. I was able to watch a 2 hour-10 minute movie and only used 50% of the battery (my old Toshiba would barely make it to 2 hours, with the screen darkened). It actually determined I was on battery and ran it in a lower-power mode to conserve. I ran it again in the regular mode and couldn’t even really tell any difference (screen was maybe brighter, but wasn’t like night and day), although the screen reflection did get a little distracting at times. I really love the glass-feeling screen, particularly writing and drawing on it, though, so it’s a trade-off I can live with.
It would be nice if it had a physical volume control for when in tablet mode, but that’s not a big deal. Also, in case you couldn’t tell, it doesn’t have a built-in DVD drive, so I bought an external. This wasn’t a big deal to me since I rarely use discs anymore (and definitely prefer the weight savings it gives for portability), but something to keep in mind if you need it.
Finally, after continuing to play with the touchscreen, it’s the one piece of this I think keeps it from a full 5-star. The “sleep” function gets irritating as you constantly have to keep hitting it to “wake up” if you haven’t touched the screen in about 10-15 seconds. As long as you stay within that 10-15 sec window, it works perfectly, but that’s not really what you want in a touchscreen. If there are settings for it, I haven’t been able to find them, and I’ve even emailed HP about it (no response yet). I would consider the touchscreen as a secondary or supplemental input device (say, in concert with the pen, which works rather well), but if you want something as purely a touch tablet, I cannot recommend it (unless HP comes out with a fix for the “sleep” mode).
So, while I think the physical design could have used a few tweaks (volume button, screen rotation and button implementation, screen lock, touch/track pad operation), these are really just issues of convenience and preference. The overall performance, functionality and feel make it a great convertible tablet. I’ll stick with my original 4.5/5 stars, especially when you look at other tablets out there for the price.
Update 4: Thanks to C. Brooks in the comments, there is a way to turn off the touchscreen “sleep mode”. Directions are at the following site:
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I have used this and can verify it works, and the touchscreen works great now. In fact, I’m rounding my review up to 5 stars now.
Tags: Notebook, Yes, Core2 Duo, Having, Microsoft, HDMI, iPad, Amazon, touch pad, Intel, United States, drive, Core, Power, Multi-Touch, Toshiba, graphics accelerator, HP, software, WindowsApple MacBook Pro MB990LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop
Apple MacBook Pro MB990LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop
Technical Details
- Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
- 2.26 GHz Core 2 Duo Processor
- 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD SuperDrive, 2 GB DDR3 RAM
- 13.3 inch LED Display, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics
- Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard Operating System
Product Description
Featuring a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, the MacBook Pro is thinner and lighter than its predecessor as well as stronger and more durable. But Apple didn't stop innovating with the body's design. The MacBook Pro also includes a new 13-inch, LED-backlit glass display (instead of an LCD panel) as well as a glass trackpad that doesn't include a button (for larger tracking area) that features Apple's Multi-Touch technology.
This 13-inch MacBook Pro (model MB990LL/A) also now includes Apple's innovative built-in notebook battery for up to 7 hours of wireless productivity on a single charge without adding thickness, weight or cost. Using Adaptive Charging and advanced chemistry first introduced with the 17-inch MacBook Pro the built-in battery delivers up to 1000 recharges before it reaches 80 percent of its original capacity--nearly three times the lifespan of conventional batteries. Under the hood, the MacBook Pro is powered by a powerful 2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor (with 3 MB L2 cache and 1066 MHz front-side bus), which runs applications faster and more efficiently as well as helps to reduce power requirements and save on battery life. And video is powered by the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics processor, which provides an outstanding everyday graphics experience with up to a 5x performance boost.
Other hardware features include a 160 GB hard drive, 2 GB of installed RAM (which can be upgraded to 8 GB), an 8x combo Superdrive (for burning dual-layer DVDs as well as CDs), built-in Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed networking, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), FireWire 800 port, Mini DisplayPort video output (for DVI and VGA connections), and a Secure Digital card slot for easy access to digital photos and audio stored on SD and MMC memory cards.
What a great machine!
Mac in general:
I was raised in a PC household. Dad worked with old-school technology in the 70s and 80s, and was serious about PCs. As a Linux / UNIX admin (and former Windows server admin), I am just used to working on PC gear. Since I can generally figure it out or reinstall, it was never a problem. Then I met Mac. Gone are the days of rebooting and trying to fix driver conflicts. Gone are the days of vague error messages. I love the simplicity and the way OS X just... WORKS. Aside from Office, everything you need is included right in it. If I can make the switch from PC to Mac, so can you. And I'm not just spitting the propaganda that the "I'm a Mac, I'm a PC" commercial does. It really is that solid of a technology. I am a Mac, even though I'm paid to be a PC from 8-5.
And this product in particular:
I've used a 2005-era 20" iMac at work, plus my wife has had a MacBook (plastic white) for a while. I, being the computer geek, kept buying random cheap PC laptops and netbooks, hoping to find a simple solution. Sadly, I was just wasting more time trying to install OS_X86 or make the software do what I wanted. I had a Ghost image of my PC laptop so that I could restore it every 6 months when the XP began slowing down. Buying this Mac was a luxury, but was much needed for my own sanity!!
On a side note, I love Apple's ability to create products that solve problems, and their ability to charge almost a fair price for them. For example, the 500gb airport / backup is *almost* worth it to me, and will likely become worth it sometime soon. The same applied for this MacBook. I drooled for months at the unibody and waited for the new product line. I wholeheartedly believe that this exact model is the best laptop ever made. While it seems painful to pay a bit more than a PC laptop, look at what you're getting. Comparable hardware in a PC laptop (I priced out a few Dell laptops with the same specs) and this one is really a good price.
I upgraded mine with Crucial's 4gb RAM and stuck in a 500gb SATA drive. I can run 3 VM desktops (Fedora 11, Ubuntu, and Windows) simultaneously on VMware and... well, I see the performance issue, but I can still function. The battery is good too. While I'm getting more like... 5 hours of battery life, I'm also running the keyboard backlight and screen on bright all the time.
I love my new MacBook Pro 13. This thing is solid and light and absolutely beautiful. Fast, functional, and suits all my technology needs. Don't underestimate iPhoto's ability to sort photos by faces. I had an UNMANAGEABLE amount of photos... imported them in and POP! All done. Duplicates ignored, sorted by the embedded date, including videos. My iPhone photos (where I allowed the GPS to store data) show up on a map at the exact point where the photo was taken. Yeah, this is cool stuff. And face recognition works.. "pretty well". It gets me and my toddler confused, but in all fairness, she looks a lot like me. I just wish it was a *bit* smarter, but it's still a feature I'd miss if I didn't have it.
This laptop is the last one you'll ever need, at least for the next couple of years. I will not let mine out of my site. Buy one!!
Tags: RAM, XP, Leopard, GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, gigabit, product, NVIDIA, Dell, Intel Core 2 Duo, Windows, Ubuntu, Bluetooth, UNIX, Intel, iPhone, South Dakota, graphics processor, Power, products, Multi-Touch technologyDell Inspiron Mini One of the Best Netbooks.
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The demand for netbooks has steadily increased since The first models were released. Many people are using this small wonder right now due to its portability, economy and ease of use. If you are a person who would just alike to check emails, do some word processing and go on – The – internet while at your favorite coffee shop then a netbook is a perfect device for you.
What are netbooks? They are basically a smaller version of laptops with just the inadequate amount of components used. The first models had a 7 inch display while the present models have 10 inch displays. All of these netbooks do not have an pet optical drive. These devices are excellent in going on – the – internet on the go due to its excellent wireless options.
One of the best netbook choices in the market now is the Dell Inspiron Mini. Dell is well well – known for manufacturing top of the line computers and their netbook line of computers is a fashionable choice among netbook buyers. There are currently two models to choose from, the Dell Inspiron Mini 10v and the Dell Inspiron Mini. Lets take a look at both of these netbooks.
Dell Inspiron Mini 10v and Dell Inspiron Mini
This netbook is the perfect choice if you ‘ re looking for a portable device with excellent performance. Students and bloggers just emotions to use this netbook in doing simple tasks. The overall build of this netbook is excellent, no squeaking parts or loose kin in its chassis.
At the heart of the Inspiron Mini 10v netbook is the Intel Atom N270 processor running at 1. 6GHz. The Inspiron Mini uses the Intel Atom Z530 processor running at 1. 6GHz as well. Intel Atom is the processor of choice for almost all netbooks now due to its low power consumption and excellent performance. The observer is a good 10 inches, this makes it a great device for viewing on – The – internet video streams, photos or just typing emails. The graphics adapter used is the integrated Intel GMA 950 which is more than enough to handle your video requirements. You able to guard DVD ‘ s on your widescreen display without any problems. Don ‘ t expect it to perform well if you want to run intense 3D games though.
With a memory of 1GB upgradeable to 2GB and a hard disk of 160GB this is the perfect mobile device. It ‘ s connectivity options include 802. 11g / n WiFi and Bluetooth 2. 0. Have you ever been in a situation where your laptop battery totally drained on you while you were using it? With this netbook you won ‘ t must worry about battery problems anymore since a single charge could last you up to 8 hours of constant use. This is more than enough to get you through your different classes without recharging the batteries.
The main selling point of this netbook is its price. At a very affordable price you get a device that is very awful. Why spend more on a laptop with functions you may never use when you able to buy a netbook that does the job for you at a low cost. If you are looking for a portable computer, make your choice the Dell Inspiron Mini.
