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    Lap mats that you can recommend?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by DamnYouBlueScreen, Apr 4, 2008.

  1. DamnYouBlueScreen

    DamnYouBlueScreen Notebook Consultant

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    I'm looking for a type of lap mat that I can place in my lap, but at the same time separates me and the laptop, giving my laptop the chance to remove the excess heat coming from the vents under it. I need one primarily to use when I'm just slouching in the couch and or travel.

    You guys have any recommendations?
     
    DamnYouBlueScreen, Apr 4, 2008
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  2. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    Look at the post further down on the same forum, please use search or at least browse the first page >.<
     
    X2P, Apr 4, 2008
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  3. Jason-Alaska

    Jason-Alaska Notebook Consultant

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    If you want something to really keep you and the laptop cool see X2P's review of the Zalman NC2000(B) here

    As for just a passive pad (IE no power needed) see this one: The Thermaltake Ixoft
    Topic here: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=235017 Soft laptop cooling pads

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    Man I rock... Plus 1 Rep for me! :cool:
     
    Jason-Alaska, Apr 4, 2008
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  4. elfroggo

    elfroggo Notebook Evangelist

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    Try an Ikea flexible cutting board.

    http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00066680

    I bought a 2 pack... Stacked together it works well on your lap. I use my laptop on a table now so I use one under my laptop, and another as a large mousepad. Works great.
     
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  5. Jason-Alaska

    Jason-Alaska Notebook Consultant

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    I heard you can also use them as cutting boards! :D
     
    Jason-Alaska, Apr 4, 2008
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    Steggy Notebook Consultant

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    http://www.levenger.com/pagetemplates/navigation/preview.asp?params=category=5-344|level=2-3

    i think those would suit you well. if you are willing to spend the money for the one that goes on the lap, it looks very comfy and you can use it on a bunch of different surfaces. if you go for the 48 dollar one, you have a great desk for when you are lounging on your favorite chair.

    its a bit expensive for them i know but its the closest thing to a desk on your llap you will get.
     
    Steggy, Apr 4, 2008
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  7. olyteddy

    olyteddy Notebook Deity

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    I'd use a cookie sheet or a Cafeteria tray...
     
    olyteddy, Apr 6, 2008
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    Cafeteria tray with hacksaw mod for better cooling
     
    flipfire, Apr 6, 2008
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    mreh Notebook Enthusiast

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    mreh, Apr 7, 2008
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    neaL_, Apr 7, 2008
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