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Asus Z92T

post #1 of 7
2/1/07 at 6:52am
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Thinking of Purchasing this laptop what can you guys tell me about it.
The price is right and the specs look good too, though i'm a little dissapointed with the cpu

I'm not really gaming anymore, but would be keen to play the odd game and I wouldn't mind finishing Oblivion

Also have a few questions about this laptop

I read somewhere that the CPU can be upgraded, is this true?

And Does this laptop support 5.1 sound? how does this work?

specs are:

# Processor: AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-52 processor
# Memory: 1GB DDR2 SDRAM, 2 RAM slots, 1 used, expandable to 2GB
# Hard Drive: 100GB 5400rpm
# Optical Drive: DVD writer dual layer
# Display: 15.4" Widescreen WXGA
# Video: NVidia® GeForce Go 7600 supporting 256MB discrete Memory
# Video Camera: 1.3 Mega Pixels web camera
# Audio: Built-in Intel High Definition audio compliant audio chip, SoundBlaster Pro Compatible, Built-in stereo speakers (1.5W)
# Security: BIOS Booting, User passwords, Kensington Lock Hole
# Networking: Integrated 10⁄100⁄1000 base T
# Modem: Intel High Definition audio modem
# Wireless: Integrated 802.11b⁄g
# Bluetooth: Built-in
# Card Reader ⁄ Writer: SD⁄MMC⁄MS⁄MS PRO
# I⁄O: 1 x Headphone-out jack , 1 x Microphone-in jack, 1 x Line-in Jack1 x RJ11 Modem jack for phone line, 1 x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert, 4 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x IEEE 1394 port, 1 x TV Out (S-Video), 1 x Type II PCMCIA 2.1 compliant, 1 x DVI Port1 x VGA Port
# Battery: Lithium Ion 8-cell
# AC Adapter: Input 100-240V AC, Output 19V DC
# Weight & Dimensions (mm): 2.80kg, 354 x 284 x 35.2mm (w x d x h)
# Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Professional
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post #2 of 7
2/1/07 at 10:31am
You can upgrade the CPU, it will void your warranty but if you don't mind that then sure go for it.

The laptop has a spdif port in which you can use a cable in which it can split into three 3.5mm ends and then you can plug in your 5.1 computer speakers.

All round the system looks good, any particular reason going for the Z92T over the G1 or F3JP? Mind you intels Core 2 Duo, performs much better than the AMD counterparts, but nothing wrong with liking AMD .
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post #3 of 7
2/1/07 at 5:39pm
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Haven't actually seen the G1 or F3JP models here in New Zealand, we never seem to get the full range, would prefer an intel core 2 duo over the AMD
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post #4 of 7
2/1/07 at 6:36pm
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How easy is it to upgrade the CPU?

Can Laptop CPU and GPU be overclocked? (by much or is it not worth it)
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post #5 of 7
2/2/07 at 3:00am
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Originally Posted by VERT32
How easy is it to upgrade the CPU? Can Laptop CPU and GPU be overclocked? (by much or is it not worth it)
Probably not the CPU, but you can overclock GPU easily with software tools, check out the review and benchmark section there are many GPU overclocked benchmarks.
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post #6 of 7
2/3/07 at 2:37am
I just bought a Asus Z92T, Turion X2 TL-56, 2gb ram, 100gb 7200rpm hitatchi....

the specs are to me really good..... the looks of the laptop also real nice.... overall the laptop is real nice

my comments on it so far is this....

-this laptop was originally meant for windows 32bit.... from what I understand asus gives little support as far as drivers go, past whats included on the cd that comes with the laptop
-I had a hell of a time finding drives for Windows x64 Pro.... update: got all the driversexcept wifi(not all laptops carry the same card).
-update: Sound now works in OSX86 but only threw jacks
-battery life is really nice not sure how long it lasts but its good enough for me
-just today I started getting an issue of the computer blue screening twice on me, but I'm gonna try and find out whats happening before blame it on anything:P

as negative as these comments may seem please understand majority of users will not run OSX86, Majority don't care if they're using 32bit windows or 64bit(64bit is currently a novelty).... so in truth the only down see for me so far has been the 2 blue screens and the memory stick support issue:P

the idea that I don't see no drivers for this at all on asus's website tells me one of 2 things either this laptop is really new or was not meant for true retail use if that makes sence.... or is discontinued... which one I dunno yet;P

going more positive side..... I've tried Quake IV runs great maxed out on ultra high with little to no lag, FarCry max'd out no prob, Hitman Blood Money Max'd out
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post #7 of 7
3/25/07 at 11:24pm
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Originally Posted by MilestonePC
You can upgrade the CPU, it will void your warranty but if you don't mind that then sure go for it. The laptop has a spdif port in which you can use a cable in which it can split into three 3.5mm ends and then you can plug in your 5.1 computer speakers. All round the system looks good, any particular reason going for the Z92T over the G1 or F3JP? Mind you intels Core 2 Duo, performs much better than the AMD counterparts, but nothing wrong with liking AMD .
So I have bought a Asus Z92T and have had it a little while now. What sort of speakers can I get that will give 5.1 and allow me to connect to this laptop through the spdif? Will the speakers need a 5.1 decoder? to split into the channels or doe the laptop do this? I haven't seen any cables around either that are spdif one end and plit into 3 3.5mm plugs either
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