Posts by fidelio

Yup, the output to an external monitor is similar to what I see on the laptop. Looks like I need to get a new laptop or track down a replacement to get a few more miles on my current rig. Thanks for the input to what I had already...

Hi, I am having some display problems and was wondering if sounds like my ATI Radeon Mobility 128MB card is shot. I hope not because I know those are difficult to obtain. The best way to describe the display is that it is covered...

Thanks for all the useful feedback. That definitely gives me something to think about in terms of upgradability vs getting a new system. I thought I had pretty much maxed out with the exception of the memory. Looks like my money is...

Hi, I have an Area 51m 766 running on a Pentium4 3.4Ghz with 1 GB RAM as 2x512MB SODIMM PC-3200 sticks. I am planning on formatting my system and upgrading to VISTA. While she still flies, I thought I might take the opportunity to...

Thanks for the info, I dont know how I missed that on the Alienware sight. Plus it is on sale. This is the first time an Alienware item is CHEAPER directly through them than an other e-tailer. Fidelio

I am sick of lugging the heavy AC adapter back and forth from work. Does anyone know where I can get a second adapter compatible with my area51M? What specs should I look for?? I cannot find one at the Gear shop and I dont want to...

I want to sync my PDA which requires a serial port. Since there are none on the area51m I have gotten a USB->RS232 cable. Device still not recognized. Tried to install drivers to create HID->Com without success. Any...

I have an Area51M and with a 16.1" monitor running the Omega 2.5.51 ATI Display Driver for my Radeon mobility 9600. Anyway I am kind of tall so it seems the colors on my screen arent as vibrant. Sometimes I cannot view light...

You missed my point, look at the content of this thread. why would I want the warranty?

helidude, No, it is not for sale. Sorry I gave you the wrong impression. Just saying that shiny green laptop that started this thread looks just like mine. Yes, I agree, it sure would be nice to have one of each color to use...