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    What tests should I run when buying a used M14x?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by Blazertrek50, Jun 26, 2012.

  1. Blazertrek50

    Blazertrek50 Notebook Evangelist

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    I am meeting with the current owner of an M14x R2 on Thursday and I was wondering what tests I should run before closing the deal?

    Here are the specs:

    Processor: 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i7-3610QM (6MB Cache, up to 3.3GHz w/ Turbo Boost 2.0)
    Memory: 6GB Dual Channel DDR3 1600MHz
    Keyboard: English Keyboard
    Display Panels: 14.0" High Def+ (900p/1600x900) with WLED backlight
    Video Card: 1 GB DDR5 NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 650M with Optimus™
    Hard Drive: 500GB 7,200 RPM SATA 3Gb/s
    AlienFX: Quasar Blue
    Operating System: Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium, 64bit
    Hinge Up: Stealth Black with Soft Touch Finish
    Adobe Reader Acrobat SW: Adobe Acrobat X Reader
    Optical Driver: Slot Load Dual Layer DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW)
    Sound: Creative Sound Blaster Recon3Di with THX TruStudio Pro Software
    Wireless Networking: Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 2230 With Bluetooth 4.0
    Adapter: Alienware M14X 150W A/C Adapter
    Documentation: Alienware Documentation
    Shipping Material: Shipping Material
    Security Software: No Anti-Virus Software Selected
    Additional Software: Additional Software
    Primary Battery: 63WHr 8-Cell Primary Battery
    Hardware Support Services: 1 Year Basic Plan
    WirelessHD and Mobile Broadband: None
    Standard Nameplate Trigger: Standard Nameplate

    Thanks :)
     
    Blazertrek50, Jun 26, 2012
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  2. xGeorgexBp

    xGeorgexBp Notebook Guru

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    Since it's an Alienware m14x r2 that you're checking, I would suggest going to the AlienAutospy program and view the "performance and configuration history." I would look out for the "Critical events" and explore what caused them (if any).
     
    xGeorgexBp, Jun 26, 2012
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  3. CGSDR

    CGSDR Alien Master Race

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    In case the guy doesnt have AlienAutopsy, you can also use the Event Viewer, but it will be a little bit more complicated to read, but you'd know "Critical Events" when you scroll down the list, as they are usually have the Exclamation Mark (!) next to the report.
     
    CGSDR, Jun 26, 2012
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  4. Blazertrek50

    Blazertrek50 Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks guys. How do I have him transfer ownership and the warranty to me?
     
    Blazertrek50, Jun 26, 2012
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  5. smokeydogsmokey

    smokeydogsmokey Notebook Consultant

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    be warned with event viewer there will be alot of "errors" in there that r normal
     
    smokeydogsmokey, Jun 27, 2012
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  6. MarceloMX

    MarceloMX Newbie

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    That's a nice M14X :)
    Sorry for my indiscretion, but how much is the seller willing to get for it?
     
    MarceloMX, Jun 27, 2012
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  7. Alienware-L_Porras

    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    You should also try this one.
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Jun 27, 2012
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  8. CGSDR

    CGSDR Alien Master Race

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    Well, you can also DIY, if you have all of the information, and follow this link to the Ownership Transferring Website.
     
    CGSDR, Jun 27, 2012
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  9. Blazertrek50

    Blazertrek50 Notebook Evangelist

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    I purchased it today from him for $1,100. The warranty is good through June 13, 2013 :) and it is almost brand new, he has not even gamed on it yet!
     
    Blazertrek50, Jun 28, 2012
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  10. Alienware-L_Porras

    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    That's awesome dude! Enjoy!
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Jun 28, 2012
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  11. Blazertrek50

    Blazertrek50 Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks and I will, after I explain to my wife why not all laptops are $400, lol :rolleyes:
     
    Blazertrek50, Jun 28, 2012
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