Posts by bohh

1)The RAM I got all from dell. Don't remember exactly but it was only $100 more or so then other ram retailers. I figured instead of dealing with a 3rd party I'd get it all in one swoop. 2) I haven't been able to use A standard. But...

I'm glad I could help. I really like my 8600. The display is great. Only one minor problem is a darker area toward the lower left corner of the screen but you can hardly notice it. I can run everything I want on it and the battery...

Hi there, The thing is supposed to be dual layer. Though, I haven't been able to test it because there is no media around here thats dual layer yet. I didn't read any replies, so if this has already been covered don't hurt me

I keep the little foam thing that came in the laptop between the screen and keyboard when it shipped inside at all times, when the laptop is closed.

Yeah, the battery was at 13% or so. Thanks guys!

Hi, I'm not sure what the bar with the icons next to the clock is called. I think its the taskbar. Anyway, when there is hidden items, and I click the double arrows for it to expand....it's really slow. Same with it sliding back in....

I really hate how the mall shops are so misinformed. Around here, they think they are 100% right. And if you try to tell them different they don't want to hear it.

Quote: Originally Posted by contemplating Does anyone know if there is an option on the cd that allows you to re-format and reinstall or do I have to reformat manually and then insert the CD to reinstall...

Do note that the firewire port is a 4 pin port rather then the standard 6 pin port found on most desktop PC's. This means that if you have a cable that runs from your device (lets say a camera) and are using the cable to import video...

Hi, Is there any harm keeping your laptop in a carrying case in the car? With the summer coming up, my concern is with the heat. It gets really hot in the car, will it damage the lcd screen or anything? What about in the winter?...