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    Any recommendations on coolers for 17" laptops?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by taylorawr, Jun 19, 2012.

  1. taylorawr

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    Targus is reviewed poorly and some are known to have lead in them. One of the stickies on the laptop cooler part of this forum can explain more.
     
    Iseenoicegiants, Jun 20, 2012
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    DO NOT GET TARGUS


    If you plan to work with it in your lap

    -Cooler Master SF-19 (USB 2/3)

    -Cooler Master X3 (USB 2)
     
    Mobius 1, Jun 20, 2012
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    Could you guys perhaps recommend anything a bit cheaper? And would those coolmaster feel comfortable if you're laying down on a couch or your bed?
     
    taylorawr, Jun 20, 2012
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    The SF-19 isn't cheap, but comfortable in your lap.

    The X3 would be slightly less comfortable, but it will still work on your lap
     
    Mobius 1, Jun 20, 2012
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    Have you read the buyer's guide here on NBR? There's a lot of good info in there.
     
    Convel, Jun 20, 2012
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    I can only find that for $50, do you know if i could get a deal on it anyway?
     
    taylorawr, Jun 21, 2012
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