Posts by GalaxiePete

AMD Athlon 64 TF-20 - Does anyone know anything about this line? I know the TL but not the TF. It's the processor in a dirt cheap laptop that someone is considering. I can't find anything on them.

Ok, this is a buyer beware Dell story. I am an IT manager for a Mid-Sized organization. I am in charge of selecting hardware for purchase. I have dealt with all the major brands over several years. However my most recent experiences with...

Just wondering if anyone knows the max processor that can be installed in these units. I have a 3.0 GHz P4 model that if I can upgrade the CPU a fair amount would be worth keeping. In the manual from HP they show a 3.6 GHz as the top....

Anyone know if the lower end models P-Series can be equipped with the cards after purchase or how much the cards might cost? I did some searching but I didn't find an answer... Thanks Pete

Ok It's a classic now, but I tore apart my old XF328 trying to figure out a way to make it run cooler and managed to do that (it would no longer run for more then a few minutes due to the stock CPU gunk breaking down), but the CPU fan...

Stated this in another thread thought I should say it here too... I have the LG screen. Maybe mine is subpar compared to the rest but I have issues beyond the sparkle effect. When I put up a white screen and look directly at it -...

You know I have to step in on Jim-H's behalf here. He is right, Samsung has been THE leader in LCD technology for as long as I can remember. Even a year ago everyone was waiting for the new Samsung Desktop LCDs because they were superior...

You know I don't want to start a flame fest, but truth you sound like you are a little clueless. I have had the pleasure of working on many a notebook. I personally do not like Dell notebooks of the last couple years in general. WUXGA...

Power Chip is fried...apparently one of a couple known issues with this model. So... $400 for a new MB, $200 to fix (maybe have one of the other problems occur) and Dell refuses to recognize any widespread issue with these...

Ok, I have a 5150 in front of me that will not power up. I get a flashing power light when I hit the power button and that is it. I hit it again it comes on solid for a moment and goes out. I have been tinkering with it and am starting...