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    Awesome new cooling pad for 12"-17" laptops (Titan TTC-G4TZ)

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by klas, Jul 24, 2007.

  1. klas

    klas Notebook Deity

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    I've been looking around for a perfect cooling pad for my new Acer. While it runs cool enough I needed something to cool my new laptop when it's in the enclosed space. I found a perfect cooling pad for it and it's been getting great reviews, but it's still no where to be found for sale...

    TTC-G4TZ

    http://titan-cd.com/eng/fanpad/g4t.htm#

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    klas, Jul 24, 2007
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    big_greasy_taco Notebook Geek NBR Reviewer

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    That looks very nice. I have also been looking for a cooler, and that one looks promising. Ill bet that it is very expensive though!
     
    big_greasy_taco, Jul 24, 2007
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  3. klas

    klas Notebook Deity

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    Well, depends what you mean by expensive, but this one is priced at $50
     
    klas, Jul 24, 2007
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    Have you tried it? I noticed that it runs either on USB or DC power. If you run it with DC power will the fans go faster compared to USB? 2000 RPM X 4 fans seems pretty nice compared to my targus cooler at the moment with 2 fans x 1500 RPM and plus my targus is designed for 15 inchers so my 17 incher kind of hangs out. I agree it does look very promising. Hopefully someone on this website will grab one and write up a review of some sort.
     
    jessi3k3, Jul 24, 2007
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  5. klas

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    klas, Jul 24, 2007
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    Yeah, I read a couple reviews linked from the manufacturers website. They all seem to love it as far as I know and it seems very efficient (in cooling, not power saving). One of my gripes is that half of the reviews dont mention wether they are testing the unit sucking or blowing. The Targus cooling pad I have right now seems to suck the air and blow it out the back.
     
    jessi3k3, Jul 24, 2007
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  7. imhungry29

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    it is definitely the most versatile cooler on the market. i am gonna pick one up for sure
     
    imhungry29, Jul 25, 2007
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  8. Agent CoolBlue

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    50 dollars for a average of a 2 celcius drop? no thanks.
     
    Agent CoolBlue, Jul 25, 2007
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  9. imhungry29

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    any idea when its gonna be released. or if it already is where can i buy it. i want it now! :D
     
    imhungry29, Jul 25, 2007
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  10. klas

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    I just sent them an email about availability
     
    klas, Jul 25, 2007
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  11. lunateck

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    Hovercraft.. .. i mean cooler..
     
    lunateck, Jul 25, 2007
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  12. klas

    klas Notebook Deity

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    if it will make my laptop float, I will only be happy :)
     
    klas, Jul 25, 2007
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  13. BuckeyeFan

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    Not just float, but float as you type :)

    Or on your lap.
     
    BuckeyeFan, Jul 25, 2007
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  14. klas

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    hey, that's a great idea :)
     
    klas, Jul 25, 2007
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    Hello all,

    This is my first posting on this board.

    I joined to look for information on notebook coolers. I have a Dell Inspiron 9300 (yes 17" wide) that I use at my home office desk and it really gets hot. Finding this thread so quickly really pleases me. I have the Cyberguys catalog open to the notebook coolers but nothing there "fills the bill". I am looking for a cooler that will NOT be usb powered (I want to have AC power to prclude additional load on my notebook power supply). Long story short - I love the cooler shown in this thread - is anybody selling it in the USA yet? If so I will order one today.

    Am I correct in thinking I would need to plug the cooler's USB connector into a AC powered USB hub to preclude plugging it into the notebook? I read the reviews but saw no mention of an AC adapter.

    Regards, John
     
    JohnBreen, Jul 26, 2007
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  16. klas

    klas Notebook Deity

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    It looks like it has AC plug, but the cable it comes with is AC <-> USB, There are AC adapters for USB cables. I don't think it will be an issue.
     
    klas, Jul 26, 2007
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  17. JohnBreen

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    Klas,

    Thanks

    Regards, John.
     
    JohnBreen, Jul 26, 2007
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    I created a thread about the Titan TTC-G4TZ about a month ago, but it wasn't available in the U.S. at the time. However, since then they have become available at:

    http://www.inland-products.com/titan.htm

    I ordered one on Friday, July 27, and I am expecting delivery sometime this week. They do not state a price on their website, but I ended up paying $69.95, after shipping. A bit pricey, but hopefully worthwhile.

    Inland Products is the U.S. distributor for Titan. Because of the fact that they are a fairly small company, you will need to call or email them to order. Here is the sales representative that helped me:

    Rae Cabral
    Regional Sales Manager
    inland Products, Inc.
    ph: 714-525-9800 ext. 104
    fx: 714 - 525 - 9801
    [email protected]

    I'm sure the Titan "Magic Pad" will be available at other retailers eventually, but for now Inland Products is the only company I could find.

    Main Page: (Contains link for contact information)
    http://www.inland-products.com/
     
    erikaxe, Jul 31, 2007
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    keep us posted on how the titan works out. :)
     
    taelrak, Jul 31, 2007
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  21. erikaxe

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    I will, hopefully it has decent performance. Seems awfully expensive, I guess that could be due to the fact that it was purchased from a distributor and not a retailer. If newegg ever carries it I'm sure it will be under $50.
     
    erikaxe, Jul 31, 2007
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  22. Romanian

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    I use TigerDirect. They have better prices than NewEgg, and I can pay without having a credit card :)

    I hope they have it soon.
     
    Romanian, Jul 31, 2007
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  23. erikaxe

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    Finally tested out the Titan, here are some results:

    I played STALKER to test the temps

    Without Cooler: CPU-50C Memory-54C Chipset-52C GPU-86C HDD-42C
    With Cooler: CPU-47C Memory-50C Chipset-52C GPU-83C HDD-39C

    STALKER doesn't use dual core, that's why the CPU temps are fairly low (undervolting helps too). So far I've been happy with the cooler, it's sufficient for my needs. I'm sure the performance is similar to most notebook coolers out there. However, one great advantage of the cooler is how well it fits my 17" notebook.
     
    erikaxe, Aug 7, 2007
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  24. klas

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    still looking... anyone?
     
    klas, Sep 14, 2007
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  26. JohnBreen

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    I too was anxious to get one so I contacted Inland. Here is the response:

    Hi John,

    Yes we do have them in stock, but there has been a slight problem with these units. The wires that are connected to the fans become loose causing the fans to stop working. Not all units have this problem but enough of them that we are not placing any guarantees on them. Purchasing one of these units is at your own risk because there are no returns, exchanges, warranty, or refunds. If you still wish to purchase one please contact me at the number provided below.

    Thank you,

    Rae Cabral
    National Sales Manager
    inland Products, Inc
    ph: 714-525-9800 ext. 104
    fax: 714-525-9801

    [email protected]
     
    JohnBreen, Jan 10, 2008
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  27. Raziel66

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    I'd love to purchase one of these as well... but that doesn't sound to good. Not a fan of buying something without a warranty or satisfaction guarantee.
     
    Raziel66, Jan 10, 2008
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