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Need help with first laptop?

post #1 of 2
10/13/04 at 12:00am
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I just ordered my 8600 with the 25% off and $200 rebate. Thanks to everyone that keeps the coupons updated.

So back to where I need help. I going to use my laptop mostly for business type applications and some dvd watching on the road(no gaming).

Current spec on order:
512 2dimm ?
32mb video card
40gb HD

Should I go:

64mb video card >>>>>>> How much difference is it?
60gb 72000 HD >>>>>>> Will I really see a difference?
and with these changes I pay an extra $97.38
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post #2 of 2
10/13/04 at 12:34am
If you won't be gaming, as you mentioned you wouldn't, there is nothing wrong with the 32 mB GPU. It'll be just fine for your needs. You won't notice a difference UNLESS by "business type applications" you also mean CAD programs. In that case, you might want to take a look at another rig -- the M60.

Yes. The HD is one of the biggest bottlenecks currently and the 7200 will certainly speed things up quite a bit.

And if with those two changes you are only spending ~$100 more, definitely go for it. The HD alone is worth it.
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