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Chembook 2230 -V opinion

post #1 of 6
5/17/04 at 1:40pm
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i was thinking of getting the chembook..but i was wondering if anyone has had or has one and how they like it. the follow specs are what i configured for ~1610
thanks


Chembook 2230 -V
14" XGA (1024 x 768) Active Matrix Display
1.8 GHz Intel Pentium-M Processor (Dothan / 2,048k L2 Cache)
64MB Dedicated SGRAM NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 , 4x AGP
60 GB Hard Drive (5400 RPM)
512 MB DDR400( PC3200) SDRAM (512 MB x 1)
8X DVD / 8X CD-RW / 24X CD Combo Drive w/ Softwares
Internal 56k (V.92) Data/Fax Modem
Internal 10/100 Ethernet LAN
Internal IntelPRO Wireless Ethernet/Lan (802.11 b+g)
Smart Lithium Ion Battery (3.0+ hours battery life)
S-Video, VGA, 1 IEEE Firewire Port, 2 USB 2.0 Ports
3-in-1 card reader (Secure Digital, Memory Stick Pro, MMC)
AC Adapter w/ power cord
Free Deluxe Carry Case
5.00 - No Software Bundle
No Operating System Installed, drivers included on CD-ROM
1 year parts / 3 year labor, life tech support
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post #2 of 6
5/17/04 at 1:47pm
yes i have this laptop

review here

http://notebookforums.com/showthread.php?t=24218
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post #3 of 6
5/17/04 at 5:15pm
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thanks rincewind..tried searching but nothing came up..

this is the alternative counterpart to the chembook?
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post #4 of 6
5/17/04 at 5:32pm
I think rincewind is a little confused. The ChemBook 2230 is based on the Compal AT23, and rincewind's notebook is a Compal CL56. They are clearly two different notebook models.

The only thing that would worry me about the ChemBook 2230 is the low XGA screen resolution and the NVIDIA graphics card. Other than that, it looks alright to me, but it looks to be a generation or two old. Personally, I would try to configure an Asus M6N or a Compal CL56, I think you can customize a fairly decent notebook while still sticking close to your current price.

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post #5 of 6
5/17/04 at 5:33pm
oh i thought he made a typo

i just looked over the specs... it has a gforce card

why would u want an nvidia card over an ati card!
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post #6 of 6
5/17/04 at 5:50pm
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well im basiclly just trying to configure with my price range at a good battery and weight so whether its a nvidia or ati, ill be making that decision when its time to narrow down the choices

also i dont really need 128 64 is plenty enough
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