Got this M17x...otw

i7-620
RGB WUXGA
4870XF
4GB memory
300GB HD

$1391 shipped

Was hoping for the 5870 but none available. I can upgrade the CPU and ram if I need more horsepower for VM stuff. I sometimes run XP, Fedora and Unbuntu at the same time. Any recommendations for memory?

 

Newegg.com - CORSAIR 8GB (2 x 4GB) 204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM DDR3 1333 Laptop Memory Model CMSO8GX3M2A1333C9

So shocked how 8gb DDR3 for notebooks have just dropped like a rock!

 

the processor is good only thing better will be 920xm which will give you higher raw speed and quad core. Look at getting a SSD really helps speed up performance especially if you are running multiple VM's. Good grab and a great price as well enjoy the system and especially the RGB breathtaking

 

So this specific set of RAM is guaranteed to work in an M17X? Thinking about upgrading....

 

Any ram is guaranteed to work. I've tried hynix, samsung, corsair, and a bunch of others. They all work. Make sure you get 1333mhz rated modules since your cpu is capable of above 1066mhz unlike your previous dual core.

I'd suggest ebay as you can get a decent pair for around $160 or possibly less.

 

Well, that set on Newegg looked pretty legit to me for the price! I might go with that thanks!

 

The Corsair above is much cheaper at newegg atm. Grabbing a pair.

 

Nice.
I'm glad you finally got one. I've seen you looking for one past few days. Gratz!

 

SSD is a good option but I've been avoiding them because they seem like prototype products in my view and as an Engineer. In addition I was really hoping the technology would advance more and prices would drop towards Christmas, as projected. But it doesn't seem to be the case at this moment.

If I do consider one, what are the best options for a speedy and reliable drive? OCZ and Intel seems like the best two choices?

 

Thanks. Took only two weeks to find one that I liked. Figure this one will hold up until a "stable" version of the m17x with 6870's come out. Nephews could use a gaming laptop

 

Newegg is selling the G.skill Phoenix Pro 120gb SSD(Sandforce sf-1200, identical to OCZ Vertex 2) for about $195 shipped with $25 off coupon, BTEYXNV25. Hurry before it's gone and thank me later!

 

Can't get the deal,

$239 and coupon not working. Have a link?

 

Can't find that drive at Newegg. The only one I see is only available when you buy a $2100 combo. THIS ONE

 

Where did you find this for $1391?

 

Looks like the deal is now dead. It was alive until this morning. Should of posted sooner.

Dell outlet. It is refurbished.

 

Phoenix pro 60gb $110 no rebates nothing same drive as Vertex II and 50k iops. 2 of those in a m17x raid setup would make anyone's panties wet.

Newegg.com - G.SKILL Phoenix Pro Series FM-25S2S-60GBP2 2.5" 60GB SATA II MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)



coupon code:
BTEYXNV22

Newegg deal is dead on 120gb phoenix pro for $198

 

Nice deal thanks for pointing this out!

 

Anyone have experience with this SSD?

Corsair CSSD-F120GB2-BRKT F120 Force Series Solid State Drive - 120GB, 2.5, SATA II at TigerDirect.com

$209 with rebate and code

Edit: Urgh, after some research seems the drive is not happy in lower power states.

 

same drive as OCZ vertex II or G.skill phoenix pro. Sandforce controller and amazing speeds but reliability is not comparable to intel. I have a vertex II in m15x and phoenix pro in wife's macbook no issues with either and getting good speeds overall


m15x

 

Intel with $30 rebat

Newegg.com - Intel X25-M Mainstream SSDSA2MH080G2R5 2.5" 80GB SATA II MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)

 

you can get the better speed OCZ for about that price on Newegg now

 

Checking now but link for others would be great Thanks.

 

Going to try to find a red model if possible. Can't shake the feeling of wanting one. It shouldn't matter but it lingers...urgh.

 

There is little reason for anything above 4GB of RAM. Save that $160 and put it towards an ES 920XM or an SSD. Those are two upgrades that I guarantee to make your system scream, unlike 8GB of RAM.

 

Multiple VMs, video/music editing when I find time, and the rare occasion to use 3D CAD. Otherwise 4GB is plenty fine. Been doing a bit of reading again on SSD's and I think I'll wait.

I seriously cannot understand any engineer purposely releasing products with "bad" firmwares. If I or my colleagues did this we be embarrass with no end in sight. I mean we really fight/argue with CO's to not release anything that is "questionable." I even fight with my colleagues when testing fails and they don't fix the problems!

However, having said the above I understand and have experienced workplaces where management gets their way due to cost, schedule and such. Software is usually the first to go and man I really hate having to test and qualify them for release. Worst of all, I abhor signing off on the release since I'm usually the last person to do so.

I think I'll just call up frieds at Intel and get their honest opinion. At this point it's just baffles me on the SSD issues, particularly firmware. Sorry for the semi-rant.

Anyone with detail technical SSD experience/design wanna shed some light to the issues?