Acer TravelMate 8100!!! - Page 47

Hi guys, who has the latest update for the nearest ETA?

Hey, All,

I'm about to joint the Acer 8104 owner circle. Actually, I already tried once. Here's a hint for all: beware of RandomSource.com!!! They had 1 in stock, and I took a risk ordering. Then the following happened: 1. The card did not go through right away due to a large amount of purchase. 2. I called the credit card company and verified identity, after which the order went through and I was given a confirmation page. 3. Next day a cancellation email from RandomSource, "could not verify card" (mind you, the credit card people went with me through the purchase!) 4. A call to RandomSource, and in a very challenging tone I hear "We will not deal with you unless you present an AmericanExpress card". Wow, I didn't even realize what was that about, and I asked: "What is wrong with Visa Platinum from a [Name of major US bank]?". Anyway, I said, can I consider my order cancelled? -Yes, it IS cancelled. 5. A call to credit company: no, your available funds are reduced, because the payment went through, and we can give you the authorization number for that! 6. Couple more calls to RandomSource and credit card guys... 7. No laptop shipped, and I had to ask the credit card company to STOP the payment, as they explained to me that it is not being withdrawn by the merchant and will go through otherwise, as if the purchase has been made. Conclusion: I still have pending cahrges for TWICE the price of laptop, and no laptop. So, think twice before you order from them.

On a more related issue. Thank to all you guys who posted reviews and pictures. What I still think I am lacking, is more pictures of the screen in action (not screenshots from the laptop, just photographs of working screen). Could any of you post some more of those? Run something typical, that most people have, let's say MS Excel (this shows well how many cells can fit in the view), and then something colorful, like a DVD-movie full screen, step back with your camera and zoom-in (this will help avoid distortion), hold the camera on a tripod or some table (to avoid handshake) and zoom so that no outside areas are in (this will make camera's exposure be adjusted to screen itself), and make some direct and angled shots. Would very much appreciate. Thanks!

Where to REALLY get an 8104 from?

Who, of all of the many websites mentioned here, has the shortest backorder time these days for an 8104? This is ridiculous that it is so difficult getting my hands on one!!

[quote=Alexey]Hey, All,

I'm about to joint the Acer 8104 owner circle. Actually, I already tried once. Here's a hint for all: beware of RandomSource.com!!!


Damn! I am REALLY sorry to hear that you had that experience with them. I have one on order from RandomSource, and they told me I was #1 on the backorder list.

Where did you finally get one from?

I didn't get one yet, it seems that the next shipment to US is coming in the first week of March, when everybody will have it. Meanwhile I am waiting to see if maybe Toshiba will come up with the GF 6600Go version of M45 in the USA, and I'm wondering what the price and specs will be.

My point is, those Random guy may ship as promised, but with such attitude to customers you should not expect a proper exchange/refund in case something happpens. Also, they seem to be quite relaxed about charging people's credit cards, so who knows how far they might go...

RandomSource: I ordered on my company's card. Specifically asked, and waited for confirmation of stock status. Was called back , they said it was in stock and will be sent off that day. 2 days go by no tracking #, nothing- then an little email nonchalantly saying my order been cancelled. After a very intense phone call, I put my order on cdw- I trust them.

Shinza Sleeve?

Anyone got a shinza sleeve for the 8100 series? It looks like the 8100 is .2" wider than a 3790 which already barely fits in the 15" large.

Can someone post a recent list of websites that has the 8104 in stock. thanks in advance

Here's a video driver question for those who have an 8104. Has anyone been able to get any driver set OTHER than the stock ones provided by Acer to work? I've tried installing the Omega drivers, and the DNA drivers won't install either (latest versions of both). Obviously the Catalyst drivers won't work. Before every driver install I use the ATI driver uninstall utility, making sure the standard VGA driver is the current driver before I install any other drivers; but upon rebooting, the drivers don't seem to be installed. I've noticed in the Omega drivers' .inf file that the X300 and X600 are listed, but not the X700. Anyone have any advice on what I have to do to get the drivers to work?

Running UniAN 1.1.51a (set created by Korean guys, found here http://www.atimania.com/unian/index.asp ). So far so good. Actually that was one and only set (besides what laptop came with) that I installed on TM8104. Just because UniAN came out before Omega. And I was not tempted to install Omega ever since. I used to always run Omega sets on TM8003. DNA were always very "sensitive": ran fine on some configs and did not work on others.

I recommend to download UniAN set, uninstall previous ATI control panel, driver, reboot, cancel out of New Hardware Found dialog, install UniAN, reboot. That should work.

To quote Homer (J Simpson, that is): "Wooohoooo".

Yes, my 8104 was safely delivered at 9:15 (GMT) this morning. DigiUK are forgiven for the delay, the sun is shining, and the world is beautiful. Must remember to do some work, though.

I'll try to post a more considered reaction in a few days once I've explored and used it a bit more.

For the sake of all those still waiting for their machines, I hope Acer can get their supplies sorted out very soon.

Excellent news, thanks for letting us know.

My colleague did stay late on Friday sorting out the chaos Acer themselves had caused with your order! So apologies on their behalf, and i'm glad it was sorted!

Anyone else want one we have just had 28 in this morning!! so get in fast!!

www.digiuk.com

In stock with us!! place the order on the website before 5 and you can have it tomorrow!!

I'm afraid we only ship to uk though

Your not allowed to advertise in this forum.

JF: since you are "ultraportable": can you recommend a light weight case for the TM8104 that also has enough room to carry a legal size folder + a small pouch?

I'll call this thing a "sleeve+" with good padding/handles to carry (I won't add this to another case!)

MrMsyvc: have you also removed the Acer labels located to the right of the touchpad?

If so what did you use to peel and clean?

I apologise i did not know this.

After reading the thread and knowing how many people were struggling to get the 8104 i felt it would be useful!! I certainly would be thankful if i was put in the right direction of the product in question if i was after something!

Fingernail and soft cloth. They come right off and leave no residue. They are barely attached.

Is there no way that I could get it shipped overnight to Florida ?? I will gladly pay whatever shipping charges would be! PLEASE!!! This is torture!

I've asked and begged, as lots of people have got in contact with me but we just can't! too much money if the product ships to you faulty etc.