Question:
Computer for friend (FAQ Completed)
General Questions
1) What size notebook would you prefer?
b. Thin and Light; 13" - 14" screen
c. Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen
2) What tasks will you be performing with the notebook?
WP, Music, Pictures
3) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places or leaving it on your desk?
Mainly Desk...10% travel
4) Will you be playing games on it; if so, which games?
No
5) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
Any
6) How many hours of battery life do you need?
At least 2
7) What is your budget?
$600 or less.
8) Do you mind buying online without seeing the notebook in person?
No
9) What country are you buying this in?
US
Screen Specifics
10) From the choices below, what screen resolutions would you prefer?
a. XGA = eXtended Graphics Array; 1024x768; This resolution will give you the largest viewable text and images while offering the least amount of screen real estate.
b. SXGA = Super eXtended Graphics Array; 1400x1050; This resolution offers a middle ground between XGA and UXGA.
c. UXGA = Ultra eXtended Graphics Array; 1600x1200; This resolution will give you the smallest viewable text and images while offering the greatest amount of screen real estate.
d. WXGA = Widescreen eXtended Graphics Array; 1280x768 or 1280x800; This resolution offers the same as XGA except that there is more horizontal real estate; 1280 versus 1024. Popular for movie viewing due to support for widescreen.
e. WXGA+ = Widescreen eXtended Graphics Array+; 1440x900; This resolution is offered on 17” widescreen notebooks and is comparable to WXGA in terms of text and icon size versus available screen real estate. Popular for movie viewing due to support for widescreen.
f. WSXGA+ = Widescreen Super eXtended Graphics Array; 1680x1050; This resolution is comparable to SXGA in that it offers a middle ground between WXGA/WXGA+ and WUXGA. Popular for movie viewing due to support for widescreen.
g. WUXGA = Widescreen Ultra eXtended Graphics Array; 1920x1200; This resolution offers the smallest viewable text and images while offering the greatest amount of screen real estate.
A,B, or D
11) Do you want a glossy/reflective screen or a matte/non-glossy screen?
Matte
Build Quality and Design
12) Are the notebook’s looks and stylishness important to you?
No
13) How long do you want this laptop to last?
2-3 Years
Notebook Components
14) How much hard drive space do you want; 40GB to 120GB?
40-60GB
15) Do you need a DVD, DVD-CD/RW or DVD-R drive?
DVD-CD-RW
S-Video out required!!
Thanks for the help on this guys!
Answer:
Re: Computer for friiend (FAQ Completed)
Well that's about a first, USAF asking us ;). You already know that I'm going to recommend the Compaq v2000z and you know why, so I'll leave it at that. (*features/$)
Matt
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Re: Computer for friend (FAQ Completed)
$600 is pretty tight, but quite possible. :)
The V2000Z is a nice option, also check out the Acer Aspire 3003. Most of the time, you can find them under $600.
Check your local circulars for CompUSA and OfficeDepot - they often have great deals on HP/Compaq notebooks.
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Re: Computer for friend (FAQ Completed)
Cool, so far you guys have come to the same conclusion that I have V2000Z, I also recommended the M2000Z...I just wanted to make sure there were no other better ones out there.
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Re: Computer for friend (FAQ Completed)
Check the deals section on the front page.
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Re: Computer for friend (FAQ Completed)
Here is an IBM ThinkPad R50e for $599 AR.
http://www.officedepot.com/ddSKU.do?...149&&An=browse
Its a celeron, but hey for the price. Also has a good battery... 4 hours... Not bad.
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Re: Computer for friend (FAQ Completed)
Notebook makers tend to be a little optimistic when estimating battery life.
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Re: Computer for friend (FAQ Completed)
Notebook makers tend to be a little optimistic when estimating battery life.
Of corse. They say 4 hours, but thats with the screen dimmed all the way down, in a good cool temperature, and running very very light apps, or maybe not even using the laptop at all. But I believe it would get at least 3 hours. 4 at peak conditions.