*OFFICIAL* M11xR1 Owners Lounge - Part 4

Update on my headset search.There seems to be a lack of information about gaming headsets. All the research I've read seems to contradict itself but then again everybody has a differnet opinion.

Anyhow my aim was to see if it was possible to get some 5.1 headphones and link it to the sound card. I've had a couple of replies on here which I'm thankful for and has aided my task.

The underlying fact is that if you want 5.1 on this (remember I'm looking for just a set of cans which I can plug in directly) then you have to go with USB which means bypassing the card and using a built in decoder.

All the reviews I've read on these basically say no no.

So the one alternative which has 99% positive feedback and was recommended earlier on this thread is for the Sennheiser PC350 which has two jacks for the mic and speaker. Theses aren't cheap as it cost me £110 yesterday but it appears they are head and shoulders above anything else for gaming.

 

I'm happy with my Logitech G35.

 

so no one knows how to do right clicking with two fingers? D:

 

Use acetone (nail polish remover), or an alcohol of some sort. Be careful, acetone/alcohols will dissolve anything that water can't, so it's possible that acetone/alcohol will ruin the finish of the PC.

 

Don't use acetone. Use isopropyl alcohol, much more safer.

 

Did look at these but they've taken a lot of hammer in the reviews

 

Why not just use a slightly damp cloth and then follow up with a wipe from a microfiber? I would never use IA or acetone.

 

Maybe one of those Mr. Clean Super Absorbant sponges can lift it. Damn things get stains out of tough surfaces.

 

I just wanted to say thank you to all those that provided information about the bags for the little beast. I ended up ordering a CASE LOGIC

http://www.caselogic.com/13_slimline_lightweight_laptop_case/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=63663

I ordered mine on Feb 26th and I am still looking at March 29th delivery date.

 

i've tried alchohol and it wont budge. I ordered the MR Clean Super Absorbant stuff on ebay for 5£. I'm not messing around!

 

It's been posted somewhere in these threads but if I do a clean install, where can I find the Alienware files? Is there a custom boot screen? Or is it just wallpapers I'll be missing out on? Thanks

 

Hi,
from today I can say, welcome to the club of M11x owners!

My order was on the 23/02 and it arrived today ... ... really very fast!

I had the time for a first look. Very nice machine! No dead pixels and great build quality. It feels much more expencive as it was. Sadly I have to work now and this evening so I can start to play with it tomorrow. But good to know that it is here ...

Greetings,
Sascha

 

my youtube unboxing is up its in HD but still processing if it doesnt apear as HD after processing i will re render and re upload thanks

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ys1F9ASWioo

 

Got some vodka around? Crude method, but if it is a grease stain, then use that.
Sure its a crude method, but it gets the job done.

 

in uk you can know get a free alienware tactx mouse as i have already received my laptop is there any way for me to get the free mouse?

 

+1
I've got these for my desktop PC, and they work very well.

 

I'm looking for the multicard SD reader drivers. Can't seem to find them on the M11x site and right now my fresh install does not see them.

 

Seems like alot of people are having fresh install issues of some kind. I think I am going to avoid it unless I have to do one.

 

I ordered 2/22 with an EDD of 3/23.

I sprang for the Bluetooth module and ordered a Radtech BT600 bluetooth mouse which will be here tomorrow. At least I'll have plenty of time to test the mouse before the laptop arrives...

 

Yeah it's been more of a headache. I wanted to check out ssd drive alignment benchmarks lol. Yeah, this stuff is usually fun for me.. weird huh

 

any particular reason why you opted for the fresh install, rather than restoring from the recovery disk?

 

yeah I wanted to free up all the space I had on my SSD since GB are a premium and Dell used up 15GB for the recovery partition. I have done enough installs to be able to install from USB/DVD without need of a recovery partition. Also hoping to improve SSD speeds via a partition alignment. So far write speeds have increased from 5-10MB/s and read speeds dropped 3-5MB/s on my preliminary benchmarks on seq.

 

Hey guys, if anyone is interested in the Razer Orochi bluetooth mouse and Razer Kabuto mousepad, Newegg is having a combo deal. You can get both of them for $73 + shipping. Shipping was $7 something to NY. No sales tax for most people!

Pretty good deal considering the mouse goes for $69.99 at most places. I'm still on the fence because I hate paying for shipping

 

ahh i c...thanks for the info. was planning on eventually moving to SSD and wondered if installing from scratch would be the better choice, which clearly is after your explanation.

 

can't believe that...after i just bought an orochi for $69 at fry's and paid regular price for the kabuto through newegg...oh well...great deal for those who still need a bluetooth mouse for their m11x

 

when i did my fresh install i never installed drivers for the multi-reader. did you try windows update?

 

Haven't seen you in a while.

Did you get the M11x or the Adamo?

 

rockin the m11x. i actually got an alienware that has no dead pixels!

i also ordered an aurora in lunar shadow w/ssd to keep it company


did you ever play torchlight?

(yes, WAY OT, but i figured why not...)

 

Hey guys just got my system today and I am loving it! Definitely wont replace my desktop with its 3 285's and i7 965, but on the road this thing is a god send. Running in OC mode with no problems here so far. Just like to say what an awesome machine this is and I am definitely glad I purchased it.

 

Glad to hear you like yours! Yeah, mine won't replace my desktop either, but I got this for travelling on the road and in the air. I'm just hoping there's no issues upon arrival.

 

I haven't had a chance to do anything lately

I am like serious cat right now. lol I will def play it - I have heard really good things about the game.

 

My wife loves Torchlight.... she's really picky about the games she plays and thats one of her favorites.

 

Thanks for the advice, unfortunety it doesn't do anything... It doesn't give me an error, but it doesn't do anything to change anything either... Oh well 1280x720 is fine, it just looks a little "off" since it's not native...

Anyone else get CS 1.6 to run 1366x768?

 

Alright I need a new mouse to go with the M11x. I'm thinking about picking up the Razer Mamba. Thoughts?

 

I'm interested in the Orochiru or however its spelled lol, but i cannot find any real indicator as to what the expected battery life should be.

 

Might want to check out this thread in the Side Topics section
http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=433555

 

I don't know the specifics of the battery life of the orochi but if you plug it in, it won't be using the battery life = you can extend it. I would suggest using rechargables. I have the orochi and it is very nice. I thought it would be too small but it isn't. If you have large hands, you might want to check it out first.

About the mamba, I highly suggest you don't get it. If you are going to be portable with your machine and your mouse, the mamba is not portable at all. If you want a bigger gaming mouse than the orochi, I suggest you looking at the sidewinder x8. They have a puck thing for a receiver, pretty big, but it's more portable than that of the mamba.

 

Guys regarding the Orochi, I ordered one before I got my Alienware Laptop assuming I chose the bluetooth option, apparently I didn't lol. So I know its possible to use it while wired but if I were to buy a bluetooth dongle would that work aswell?

 

Yes to both, mobiousblack.

you can use it wired and wireless. You don't need bluetooth to use it as wired.

 

When you order the m11x and dont select an fx colour im guessing the laptop arrives with fx just turned off and can be switched back on in command centre
cheers

 

I have a big bag so portability isnt much of an issue. I'd rather have a bigger mouse since I have larger hands.

 

Do you guys think it will fit in this?

http://www.luggage.com/asp/show_detail.asp?sku=USL1112&refid=BIS

 

According to the dimensions, yes. But don't expect to be putting a lot of other stuff in there, as it'll be a close fit by itself.

 

Here is a a un boxing of the orochi mouse.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0PbgShOpns

 

the dimensions is what worry me m11x is 9.25 where this one says 9

 

Anyone test out multidisplay yet? Possible to use 3 external displays at one time? Nvidia spec details says it supports multi display so wondering if anyone has tried it

 

Also does anyone have the razer kabuto mousepad? Does it fit nicely between the screen and keyboard?

 

Hey what other games does your wife like? I'm just starting to game and since I consider myself a picky girl too I might like the games she plays.

 

I have an Orochi Bluetooth mouse (no Kabuto) and I am really enjoying it with my M11x. It did feel a bit small at first but it has such a solid feel to it that just about anyone can become accustomed to it rather quickly. Also, in part 3 I posted information about Sanyo Eneloop rechargable batteries. These batteries are simply amazing. I bought 8 of them almost 2 years ago and they are still holding almost full charges. Each batter is the equivalent of 1000.

Here is a chart comparing Eneloops to other rechargables.




You can pick them up at Amazon.

 

She likes games like torchlight, she plays wow too.

she's not real big on fps though she loves Left 4 Dead 1 and 2