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post #1001 of 1678
2/28/05 at 9:38pm
Anandtech.com recently did a test with a new NCQ HD and I think it had some interesting findings for those that are concerned that the TM 8100 is missing that feature. Here's a few quotes:

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. . . What's interesting to note is that here, NCQ doesn't actually help performance, but instead, it actually slightly hurts performance. Granted, we're talking about less than a 3% performance difference, so it's nothing noticeable, but it's interesting to point out nonetheless. . .
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. . . As we mentioned earlier and as we have seen thus far, NCQ does basically nothing for desktop applications, games and just about anything you'd use your desktop PC for. However, where NCQ can shine is in multitasking environments where the disk access patterns are a little more random. . .
Of course this is not laptop HD's but still I think it says something about how little we are missing.

Go here for the full article:
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post #1002 of 1678
2/28/05 at 9:40pm
The CDW ETA has been pushed back to 3/4
And they couldn't tell me why
I really hope that's the last delay.
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post #1003 of 1678
2/28/05 at 10:17pm
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Originally Posted by Fr33m4n
Anandtech.com recently did a test with a new NCQ HD and I think it had some interesting findings for those that are concerned that the TM 8100 is missing that feature. Here's a few quotes:
Innnnterrrresting. I saw a review nearly a month ago (and haven't found it since) that said NCQ was gonna be good. Yer right, now I don't feel so bad!
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post #1004 of 1678
3/1/05 at 2:46am
There is a slightly newer version of ePowerManagement here http://csd.acer.com.tw/SI/Download2....pand=57.2#57.2
Click on the item, it has description (quite interesting) of what was fixed in that version.
The rest of drivers there is exactly what we have on CDs - I verified versions.
It's a nice place to go check for drivers/fixes.
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post #1005 of 1678
3/1/05 at 3:36am
"When user select entertainment item of ePowerManagement with adapter, system will be broken."

What??!!? Hahahaha, that's hilarious. First of all, nice english Acer. Second of all, system will be broken?? Does that mean it will lock up or something gets completely decimated? Very interesting indeed, haha. Anyway, it was a long download (must be on a slow server) but the download went fine and I'm up and running with the new driver. Thanks DarthAcer.

One quick question...those x700 drivers that you intstalled, do they significantly improve performance? Do they run smoothly? I tried the DNA ones but they were a bust. Thanks for the info.
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post #1006 of 1678
3/1/05 at 4:35am
http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProduc...115-179&depa=3
http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProduc...115-178&depa=3

I perfer the Z71V but it's still a very nice notebook.
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post #1007 of 1678
3/1/05 at 5:56am

8104 Mic and Buzz

Calling all audiophiles!!! Does anyone know how to shut off the built-in Mic on the 8104?

Also, I tend to hear electro static buzz out of the sound card whenever I have a USB peripheral plugged in or when I am using a USB sound card. The noise originates right from under the touchpad, and leaks through to my speakers (but not my headphones, ironically).

Can anyone help with finding out where the specs are on the built-in sound card.

Am I alone in this world? I hope I don't have a dud.
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post #1008 of 1678
3/1/05 at 7:49am
Has anyone else noticed a white line (it's like a broken/dotted line) running all the way along the bottom of the screen when not in native screen resolution on the 8100, whether set from the display panel or through running a game in full screen mode? Or is it just my TM8104? I'd like to know if I have to send this one back to the depo for repairs or if it's normal
Note: Only occurs when screen height set to <1024 (very noticable)
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post #1009 of 1678
3/1/05 at 11:22am
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Originally Posted by airscottie
One quick question...those x700 drivers that you intstalled, do they significantly improve performance? Do they run smoothly? I tried the DNA ones but they were a bust. Thanks for the info.
I use UniAN mods of Catalyst 5.1 I don't really care about +/- 100 points in benchmarks. What I'm looking for is bugfixes and stability of the driver above all else. I've got that. HL2, KotOR 2, World of Warcraft, Battle for Middle Earth run smoothly
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post #1010 of 1678
3/1/05 at 11:26am
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Originally Posted by elmoreau
Calling all audiophiles!!! Does anyone know how to shut off the built-in Mic on the 8104?
Open Master Volume window (double-click on volume icon in tray). Go to Options->Properties. Check FrontMic in the list. Close. Now you can mute FrontMic in main window.
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post #1011 of 1678
3/1/05 at 11:38am
I'm still waiting for updated/modded catalyst drivers which support the X600/X700 moblity (got a 4601WLMi with X600 in it). Still using stock drivers that came with the laptop.

Saving up for the 8104 too...
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post #1012 of 1678
3/1/05 at 11:52am
Ok, I have a question. What are the differences between the 8104 and 8103. I know the 8103 has 512mb RAM but is it one stick or two? And are the hard drives the same or is one slower than the other? I am sure that this has been aswered in this thread but their are over 1000 posts now and it would be hard to go through them all. The reson I ask is because if the only difference is the processor, and RAM then I could probally live with paying $1900 aposed to $2300.

Thank you for any replys.
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post #1013 of 1678
3/1/05 at 1:08pm
Deadend: I have an 8103, apart from the spec which you allready know about, performance is only slightly down

3DMARK03
8103: 5699
8104: 5698

3DMARK05
8103: 2259
8104: 2269

Not much difference ehh!

As allways, if you can afford it buy the best no, doubt the 8104 will kick ass on some apps.

Read my review of my 8103 on http://notebookforums.com/showthread.php?t=66343
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post #1014 of 1678
3/1/05 at 1:18pm

8104 Availability???

Can someone post a recent updated list of stores that has the 8104 in stock
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post #1015 of 1678
3/1/05 at 1:39pm
Well, after I saw IceMage's posting, I ordered an 8104 from NewEgg, which showed units in stock yesterday and appears to be fulfilling my order. Today, they show "ETA 3/7/05" -- which is the day everyone else shows as in-stock date.

But, I kept my order alive at PC Connection, just in case.
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post #1016 of 1678
3/1/05 at 1:45pm
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Originally Posted by guju69
Can someone post a recent updated list of stores that has the 8104 in stock
This is the same as asking someone if you can cheat off their paper Why don't you find the stores that have them in stock then give back to this forum and post them here?
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post #1017 of 1678
3/1/05 at 3:17pm
Has anyone in the UK managed to get hold of a 8104 yet?
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post #1018 of 1678
3/1/05 at 3:57pm
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Originally Posted by guju69
Can someone post a recent updated list of stores that has the 8104 in stock
HERE is a decent Froogle link to find sellers. Yeah, let US know which ones actually have it in stock. Find the 8103 part no. and you can modify it for those too. Good luck!

EDIT: 8103 = LX.T7206.085
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post #1019 of 1678
3/1/05 at 4:11pm
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Originally Posted by DarthAcer
Open Master Volume window (double-click on volume icon in tray). Go to Options->Properties. Check FrontMic in the list. Close. Now you can mute FrontMic in main window.

Darth, YOU RULE!!! In fact, I gotta give props to both you and MrMsyvc for being as neurotic as me with the techy stuff. I, and everyone that goes on this message board for answers to their petty questions, truly appreciate your posts.


Cheers,


Chris
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post #1020 of 1678
3/1/05 at 4:15pm
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Originally Posted by elmoreau
Darth, YOU RULE!!! In fact, I gotta give props to both you and MrMsyvc for being as neurotic as me with the techy stuff. I, and everyone that goes on this message board for answers to their petty questions, truly appreciate your posts.


Cheers,


Chris
Dat Darth is da ACEr of esoteric tech knowledge! From Korean graphics drivers to new ePower downloads, he can't be beat.
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