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    Targus Cooling Bed

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by adidaswolf2, Feb 9, 2005.

  1. adidaswolf2

    adidaswolf2 Notebook Guru

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    Just an FYI for everyone out there with the Targus Laptop Cooling Bed that they may be using to try to keep the heat under control. The particular bed I am speaking of the the silver plastic one that matched the laptop oh so well! Mine died. Cooling bed that is. Recently I had noticed that my temps were constantly around 120-127deg and just foolishly assumed the cooling bed was working as it operated so quietly but upon further inspection it had died. The power input was loose and it would come on with some jiggling but after a few "jiggles" it was dead.

    Just an FYI to anyone interested. I'll be picked up a diff model from compusa soon and will post any results or differences in cooling.
     
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  2. andy2434

    andy2434 Notebook Consultant

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    If you haven't picked up a new pad, take a look at the LapCool2. They have 2 different models to choose from. In any event, I'll be interested in your review of your new cooling pad.

    Dell Inspiron 8600:
    * 1.6 Ghz Pentium M * 1024 MB DDR SDRAM * 60 GB 7200 RPM HD * 15.4" WSXGA+ * Internal Bluetooth * Intel Pro/Wireless 2200 * 4x CD/DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW) * ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Pro Turbo 128 MB * Win XP Pro SP2 *

    * Apple 17" PowerBook G4 * 14" Toshiba Tecra 8000 * Apple 14" iBook G4 *
     
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    adidaswolf2 Notebook Guru

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    Do you know of any store front I can grab this is?? I have a FRY's, Best Buy, Circuit City and all the office type stores!!
     
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    andy2434 Notebook Consultant

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    I didn't check any local stores. I got my LapCool2 at newegg, sorry.

    Dell Inspiron 8600:
    * 1.6 Ghz Pentium M * 1024 MB DDR SDRAM * 60 GB 7200 RPM HD * 15.4" WSXGA+ * Internal Bluetooth * Intel Pro/Wireless 2200 * 4x CD/DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW) * ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Pro Turbo 128 MB * Win XP Pro SP2 *

    * Apple 17" PowerBook G4 * 14" Toshiba Tecra 8000 * Apple 14" iBook G4 *
     
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    andy2434 Notebook Consultant

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    Here are the 2 different models.

    www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=34-999-413&depa=0

    www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=34-999-412&depa=0

    Dell Inspiron 8600:
    * 1.6 Ghz Pentium M * 1024 MB DDR SDRAM * 60 GB 7200 RPM HD * 15.4" WSXGA+ * Internal Bluetooth * Intel Pro/Wireless 2200 * 4x CD/DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW) * ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Pro Turbo 128 MB * Win XP Pro SP2 *

    * Apple 17" PowerBook G4 * 14" Toshiba Tecra 8000 * Apple 14" iBook G4 *
     
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  6. Samwise592

    Samwise592 Notebook Consultant

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    I like, i like, ive been hearing alot about thease cooling pads and i wondering, how portable are thease things, dose anyone find it a problem to have to carry it around along with your notebook?

    Compaq Presario R3000t
    Pentium 4 -3.0Gh H/T
    1 Gig DDR
    15.4BrightVew (1280x800)
    80 Gig 4200Rpm
    128 Radeion 9000 IGP
    4x DVD-+R/RW/CD-+RW/R
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    The LapCool2 is very light and thin. I use the 2 fan model. It slips into my laptop bag without a problem. I think this is true for most of the coolers out there. These coolers are great at keeping temps down when gaming.

    Dell Inspiron 8600:
    * 1.6 Ghz Pentium M * 1024 MB DDR SDRAM * 60 GB 7200 RPM HD * 15.4" WSXGA+ * Internal Bluetooth * Intel Pro/Wireless 2200 * 4x CD/DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW) * ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Pro Turbo 128 MB * Win XP Pro SP2 *

    * Apple 17" PowerBook G4 * 14" Toshiba Tecra 8000 * Apple 14" iBook G4 *
     
    andy2434, Feb 10, 2005
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