Sunday, April 25, 2010
Other Options
The one option that I would absolutely take is the external mouse. I already have a printer and have no desire for external computer speakers. I'm a pretty basic guy and dont see the need for all the extras.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Video Card & Displays
What video card is included in the technical specifications? List the brand, model and memory information.
What options do you have for the display? List the size, type, resolution and price of each option.
What are the differences between the two options?
What screen size and resolution and video capabilities do you need? Why?
Which option are you going to select? Why do you only need the included display option and not need one of the upgrade options? or vice versa, why do you need to upgrade? How does that help make your computer a "goldilocks" computer for you - just right - not too little, not too much? You need to strive to be somewhat specific; don't just say, "The included option meets my computing needs."
-Included video card: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD
-Display is a LCD Bright, glossy widescreen 15.6 WLED display (1366x768), only way to upgrade would be to go to a larger laptop and I do not wish to do so.
-All I really want is just what it comes with. I do not really play games on my PC so I have no real demand for a high end video card. I only occasionally watch movies on my PC so the included video card works for me.
What options do you have for the display? List the size, type, resolution and price of each option.
What are the differences between the two options?
What screen size and resolution and video capabilities do you need? Why?
Which option are you going to select? Why do you only need the included display option and not need one of the upgrade options? or vice versa, why do you need to upgrade? How does that help make your computer a "goldilocks" computer for you - just right - not too little, not too much? You need to strive to be somewhat specific; don't just say, "The included option meets my computing needs."
-Included video card: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD
-Display is a LCD Bright, glossy widescreen 15.6 WLED display (1366x768), only way to upgrade would be to go to a larger laptop and I do not wish to do so.
-All I really want is just what it comes with. I do not really play games on my PC so I have no real demand for a high end video card. I only occasionally watch movies on my PC so the included video card works for me.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Internal & External Ports
Externally Accessible
(3) USB 2.0 compliant 4-pin ports
15-pin VGA video connector
Integrated network connector 10/100 LAN (RJ45)
AC adapter connector
Audio jacks (1-line out, 1 Mic-in)
34 mm ExpressCard slot
Internal Card Slots
1 Half Mini-Card
I would definately use the USB slots and it would be extremely convenient to have three slots. I connect my phone, ipod, camera, flash drive, and probably more to my computer through USB slots. Although I've never connected my laptop to an external monitor I would be able to with this model. I may at some point want to plug in some external speakers so its nice to have an audio jack. The jacks are located on the back and on the side of the laptop and to be honest I really have no preference to the location. I have chosen a model with more RAM and more hard drive space than I currently require so I am not interested in adding any additional memory or extra hard drive.
(3) USB 2.0 compliant 4-pin ports
15-pin VGA video connector
Integrated network connector 10/100 LAN (RJ45)
AC adapter connector
Audio jacks (1-line out, 1 Mic-in)
34 mm ExpressCard slot
Internal Card Slots
1 Half Mini-Card
I would definately use the USB slots and it would be extremely convenient to have three slots. I connect my phone, ipod, camera, flash drive, and probably more to my computer through USB slots. Although I've never connected my laptop to an external monitor I would be able to with this model. I may at some point want to plug in some external speakers so its nice to have an audio jack. The jacks are located on the back and on the side of the laptop and to be honest I really have no preference to the location. I have chosen a model with more RAM and more hard drive space than I currently require so I am not interested in adding any additional memory or extra hard drive.
Computer System: Storage
What options do you have? List the size, speed, type and price of each hard drive option.
What are the differences between the options?
Go back and look at the system requirements for the software you need to be able to run? What are the storage requirements? (i.e. of all the software you specified as being used on your computer, what's the total hard drive space requried?)
Which option are you going to select? Why do you only need the included hard drive option and not need one of the upgrade options? or vice versa, why do you need to upgrade? How does that help make your computer a "goldilocks" computer for you - just right - not too little, not too much? You need to strive to be somewhat specific; don't just say, "The included option meets my computing needs."
-I have 4 options
*250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) [Included in Price]
*320GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) [Add $45.00]
*500GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) [Add $90.00]
*640GB 5400 RPM SATA Hard Drive [Add $100.00]
-The difference between these is storage space. 250GB-640GB
-20GB will be required to run Microsoft 7
-I chose the 320GB hard drive. I will want to save videos, music, and pictures to my hard drive( I have a lot of pictures because of my wife and 5 year old daughter). I went with the upgrade because I never want to run into a situation where I will completely use all the space on my hard drive, and I would like the ability to upgrade software with out worrying about having enough space on my hard drive. I currently have a full hard drive on my laptop and it sucks!
What are the differences between the options?
Go back and look at the system requirements for the software you need to be able to run? What are the storage requirements? (i.e. of all the software you specified as being used on your computer, what's the total hard drive space requried?)
Which option are you going to select? Why do you only need the included hard drive option and not need one of the upgrade options? or vice versa, why do you need to upgrade? How does that help make your computer a "goldilocks" computer for you - just right - not too little, not too much? You need to strive to be somewhat specific; don't just say, "The included option meets my computing needs."
-I have 4 options
*250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) [Included in Price]
*320GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) [Add $45.00]
*500GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) [Add $90.00]
*640GB 5400 RPM SATA Hard Drive [Add $100.00]
-The difference between these is storage space. 250GB-640GB
-20GB will be required to run Microsoft 7
-I chose the 320GB hard drive. I will want to save videos, music, and pictures to my hard drive( I have a lot of pictures because of my wife and 5 year old daughter). I went with the upgrade because I never want to run into a situation where I will completely use all the space on my hard drive, and I would like the ability to upgrade software with out worrying about having enough space on my hard drive. I currently have a full hard drive on my laptop and it sucks!
Computer System: RAM
What options do you have? List the amount, type, speed, and price of each option.
What are the differences between the options?
Go back and look at the system requirements for the software you need to be able to run? What's the highest recommended RAM requirements? (i.e. of all the software you specified as being used on your computer, which one required the most computing power?)
Which option are you going to select? Why do you only need the included RAM option and not need one of the upgrade options? or vice versa, why do you need to upgrade? How does that help make your computer a "goldilocks" computer for you - just right - not too little, not too much? You need to strive to be somewhat specific; don't just say, "The included option meets my computing needs."
- I have 5 options
*2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Included in Price]
*3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Add $45.00]
*4GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Add $90.00]
*6GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Add $150.00]
*8GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Add $225.00]
- The difference between these is the amount of data they process at once(2GB-8GB)
-Windows 7 64bit requires 2GB of Ram so this would require the most RAM out of all my software
- I chose to go with 4GB of RAM, probably could be happy with 3GB but would like the possibility of being able to upgrade software in the future that may require more RAM. This would be more than sufficient for me. I want plenty of RAM because I open up multiple tasks at the same time and do not want it to slow down my computer.
What are the differences between the options?
Go back and look at the system requirements for the software you need to be able to run? What's the highest recommended RAM requirements? (i.e. of all the software you specified as being used on your computer, which one required the most computing power?)
Which option are you going to select? Why do you only need the included RAM option and not need one of the upgrade options? or vice versa, why do you need to upgrade? How does that help make your computer a "goldilocks" computer for you - just right - not too little, not too much? You need to strive to be somewhat specific; don't just say, "The included option meets my computing needs."
- I have 5 options
*2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Included in Price]
*3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Add $45.00]
*4GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Add $90.00]
*6GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Add $150.00]
*8GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz [Add $225.00]
- The difference between these is the amount of data they process at once(2GB-8GB)
-Windows 7 64bit requires 2GB of Ram so this would require the most RAM out of all my software
- I chose to go with 4GB of RAM, probably could be happy with 3GB but would like the possibility of being able to upgrade software in the future that may require more RAM. This would be more than sufficient for me. I want plenty of RAM because I open up multiple tasks at the same time and do not want it to slow down my computer.
Computer System: Base Configuration, Form Factor
What general solution or form factor do you need? What size and shape of a computer do you need? Dell and HP both list options like Laptop & Mini or Desktops & All-in-Ones. And once you get to each area of the site, you have more choices: laptop, netbook, desktop, tablet etc. Which best meets your computing needs and why?
Once you've decided on the form factor, the question focuses on what class of machine. What sort of laptop? Dell has Inspiron, Studio, Studio XPS, Alienware, Adamo. HP has Everyday Computing, High Performance and Envy. Similarly, the netbooks and desktops have different classes of machines as well. Explore into each and get a feel for which class meets your needs. Once you have an idea, explain why you selected the class of machine that meets your needs? How and why does it do so?
Looking within the class of machine, you'll find several base models from which you can choose. For example, on Dell.com, within the Studio and Studio XPS class of laptops, Dell offers the Studio 14, Studio 15, Studio 17, and Studio XPS 16. Which of the base models in the class you chose best meets your computing needs? Why?
-I'm going with a Dell Inspiron 15, has a 15.6 widescreen led display. This best meets my needs because its mobile and it can perform all the functions of a PC. I also like the large widescreen for viewing videos and movies.
-I chose to go with the Inspiron model because of its capabilities and a pretty reasonable price. I also can upgrade hardware in various areas (i.e. processor, RAM, hard drive) to make this model perform even more efficient.
-I chose the Inspiron 15 model because it will best suit my needs. This will be plenty of computer for me. All I really use it for is school, socializing, and itunes. I do watch movies from time to time and this will be a plenty big enough screen for that. Also I carry my laptop around with me at times and to go with a larger model I would add weight to an already heavy backpack.
Once you've decided on the form factor, the question focuses on what class of machine. What sort of laptop? Dell has Inspiron, Studio, Studio XPS, Alienware, Adamo. HP has Everyday Computing, High Performance and Envy. Similarly, the netbooks and desktops have different classes of machines as well. Explore into each and get a feel for which class meets your needs. Once you have an idea, explain why you selected the class of machine that meets your needs? How and why does it do so?
Looking within the class of machine, you'll find several base models from which you can choose. For example, on Dell.com, within the Studio and Studio XPS class of laptops, Dell offers the Studio 14, Studio 15, Studio 17, and Studio XPS 16. Which of the base models in the class you chose best meets your computing needs? Why?
-I'm going with a Dell Inspiron 15, has a 15.6 widescreen led display. This best meets my needs because its mobile and it can perform all the functions of a PC. I also like the large widescreen for viewing videos and movies.
-I chose to go with the Inspiron model because of its capabilities and a pretty reasonable price. I also can upgrade hardware in various areas (i.e. processor, RAM, hard drive) to make this model perform even more efficient.
-I chose the Inspiron 15 model because it will best suit my needs. This will be plenty of computer for me. All I really use it for is school, socializing, and itunes. I do watch movies from time to time and this will be a plenty big enough screen for that. Also I carry my laptop around with me at times and to go with a larger model I would add weight to an already heavy backpack.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Processor, Motherboard & Buses
I have narrowed it down to 4 processors.
-Intel Dual Core T4400 (2.2GHz/800MHz FSB/1MB cache)-included with package
-Intel Core 2Duo T6600 (2.20GHz/800Mhz FSB/2MB cache)-add $75.00
-Intel Core 2Duo P7450 (2.13GHz/1066Mhz FSB/3MB cache)-add $135.00
-Intel Core 2Duo P8700 (2.53GHz/1066Mhz FSB/3MB cache)-add $225.00
I would go with the Intel Core 2Duo T6600, as anything else would just be over kill for me. I do not use my computer for much other than school and work and this would give me the right balance for my needs. I would want to upgrade my processor just because of viewing large media files and some computer gaming, I like to give myself room to grow for future uses.
-Intel Dual Core T4400 (2.2GHz/800MHz FSB/1MB cache)-included with package
-Intel Core 2Duo T6600 (2.20GHz/800Mhz FSB/2MB cache)-add $75.00
-Intel Core 2Duo P7450 (2.13GHz/1066Mhz FSB/3MB cache)-add $135.00
-Intel Core 2Duo P8700 (2.53GHz/1066Mhz FSB/3MB cache)-add $225.00
I would go with the Intel Core 2Duo T6600, as anything else would just be over kill for me. I do not use my computer for much other than school and work and this would give me the right balance for my needs. I would want to upgrade my processor just because of viewing large media files and some computer gaming, I like to give myself room to grow for future uses.
Computer System
I do know that I will be buying a laptop to best meet my needs and interests.
- Intel 2 dual core processor
- 4 Gigs of RAM, can never have too much and need to compensate for future uses.
- Minimum of 150 Gigs on the hard drive
- Minimum of 2 usb ports for flash drive, ipod, possibly a printer if not on my home network, and mouse
- I would just use the bulit in video card and sound card, do not do much computer gaming and do not connect aftermarket speakers to my laptop.
- Need bulit in wireless card for connecting to home network and anywhere with wifi, also a cat5 port just in case.
- Intel 2 dual core processor
- 4 Gigs of RAM, can never have too much and need to compensate for future uses.
- Minimum of 150 Gigs on the hard drive
- Minimum of 2 usb ports for flash drive, ipod, possibly a printer if not on my home network, and mouse
- I would just use the bulit in video card and sound card, do not do much computer gaming and do not connect aftermarket speakers to my laptop.
- Need bulit in wireless card for connecting to home network and anywhere with wifi, also a cat5 port just in case.
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