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...

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...

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...