Posts by sakor1

Probably not the best choice... perhaps would have been better going a latitude/ precision model using a quadro GPU given doing engineering you will likely be using 3d modelling programs such as CAD... Stu

1. Yes, price will usually differ between in-store and online due to factors such as configuration, shipping, etc. Best way is to configure exactly as you want it online and save the config, then call up and see if you can get a customer...

As in the wall socket? If so, probably just the power brick. If you can, get to nearest Dell kiosk/ friend who has compatible power brick/ laptop reseller and try a compatible one, see if that works. That will tell you pretty quickly. Stu

The amount of memory use is dynamically adjusted by the operating system depending on current usage. Simply put, when you need it, it will increase. Don't worry about it, you cannot change it. Stu

Ummmm, where was the pop and spark? Could be fried power input on motherboard, which is a bit more of a pain to replace. Other than that, yes, the most likely thing is dead power brick. Stu

Look, the technology on laptop LCD's is not quite up the that of desktop LCD's yet, especially some of the high end models such as the 2407. The contrast ratio will not be as good. You will not find any laptop, dell or otherwise, that...

6. I wouldn't, to me it is not worth it... but it does provide a lot more customisation of audio, etc which people find useful and beneficial. Up to you. 7. As I said, this varies! Can be LG, Samsung, etc.... depends upon availability....

Looks good then! Wanna make it a 'tank', upgrade the hard drive to a 7200rpm model instead. It may require a downsize in drive capacity but you can always get an external hard drive later if meeded relatively cheaply. Stu

Try a shop, or search online. They are available all over the place, not the cheapest discs to buy but they are around. Stu

1. Dell, it is proprietary. 2. Should be fine, will recognise as separate Bluetooth devices. 3. You will get about a third - a half more battery time with the 9-cell. Note that it will add extra weight and bulk to the laptop though...