The Official m15x Owners Lounge

@Velacio you want something above the Protective cloth sleeve that comes with the m15x? Might i suggest a laptop backpack? they usually come padded and are easier to find from what i seen here in hawaii then a protective sleeve for a laptop. Not to mention more variety too.

 

Yeah well I guess I should wait to see how sturdy the protective cloth sleeve is b/c a mac i had a while back came with one but it didnt last long. I was looking at something from here http://www.becase.com/ but they are from UK and are quite pricey

 

Also Velacio check an apple store they have funky simple sleeves that may just fit.. possibly a bit tight becase the 15x is about .3" thicker than a macbook pro, but about the same dimensions width and depth. Not sure how much room there is to play with on those but they look nice.

 

Carnyl,
i was shocked too. They must have had some units preassembled just awaiting the 8800 GTX cards.Hope they fully tested my rig before shipment. But as mentioned before never had a problem with other Alienware lappys.

 

I ordered mine on the 28th as well, and it shipped late Friday with the GTX. I was stuck on Phase 1 for 2 days after that as well, so in between the 30th and Feb 1st, it somehow was assembled (already pre-assembled?) and 200-point tested (doubt it)? All well, I guess I'll see when it gets here on the 7th.

 

These are nice, and should fit up to 17".

http://www.bodyglove.com/results.php?searchBox=notebook+sleeve&Go.x=15&Go.y=9

As for backpacks Camelbak Wingman, I think most other companies make really ugly packs. Including Alienware.

 

It's silly if these systems didn't have thorough inspections because alienware will have a world of headaches with returns, repairs, troubleshooting,complaints, etc.

 

Mr Water....are you still in awe over your new toy??

 

I carry my laptop a lot, so I opted for this:

 

I travel alot for business, but I would like to give you all a heads up. If you travel never use an Alien ware or Dell XPS laptop bag. Get yourself something that screams STEAL ME alot less. Try something from Targus or anything else as long as it doesn't scream I have a very expensive laptop inside.

I learnt the hardway, lucky for me my insurance covered it. Mine was stolen in South East Asia, and they knew exactly what was in the bag.

 

haha yeah I have one of those Swiss lap top back packs myself, I will probably opt for that european sleeve to put inside the back pack as well though http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=3545

Very nice indeed!

 

you guys don't think the the protective sleeve the m15x comes with isn't enough? the sleeve and a backpack/messenger back should be adequate for traveling.

 

Heya Gspot,

well see I had a sleeve that came with a macbook a while back... and didnt last long :S. was made out of crummy cloth and actually ended up tearing after like 2 months usage. I havent seen the sleeve that comes with the M15X so cant vouch for it yet. I could just slide the notebook in my lap top backpack but even then it still runs the risk of getting scratched, so i rather have a nice sleeve to put round it

 

heaven forbid to have the m15x scratched! imma see if shieldzone can custom make a plastic covering for this lappy.

 

I woudl be interested in a Shieldzone protective sleeve if they can custom make them.

 

mrwater does your alienware m15x has side lights? Because, I'm getting really confused. Some pictures of alienware m15x and m17x has side lights and some doesn't. Also did you buy a 720p w/clearview or the 1080p?

 

If you want the ultimate protection for you m15x try this:
http://www.booqbags.com/

Ballistic Nylon-covered bags, covers, etc..

If anyone is interested I got a list of Upgradeable components for m15X from alienware rep.


My m15x est. delivery Feb 6th
Specs
2.4GHz
8800 GTX
2 gig mem.
200 gig

 

Shima,
Let me know if all is well when you get your M15X and i will do the same since both our rigs went through the production cycle rather quickly.
Tanamerra

 

his pics showed that the side lights are still there

btw, mine's in phase 9, but no email/tracking number! I guess mine's just on the way out the door now

 

This is my first laptop, so I was wondering if you guys take any precautionary steps to test if our new system is stable. I'm afraid to load any games/programs because i won't know if the notebook had an underlying problem to start with or if it's the programs i'll be running. What do you guys do?

 

I'd be interested in the list of upgradeable parts. You can send it in a PM if easier.

 

Note this is based on my configuration, hope this helps


Upgradeable components for m15X

CPU:
 Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7800 2.6GHz (4MB Cache 800MHz FSB)
 Intel® Core™ 2 X7900 2.8GHz – Extreme Edition (4MB Cache 800MHz FSB)
Ultimate Performance and Increased System Longevity!
*Note: On CPU updates the system needs to be sent back to our Repair Center. You will need to pay for shipping. This option is not currently available; it will be in the future.

Memory:
 4GB Dual Channel DDR2 SO-DIMM at 667MHz – 2 x 2048MB
Remote:
 Express Card Media Center Remote Control
System drives:
 320GB 5400RPM (8MB Cache)
 64GB Solid State Drive
Smart Bay hard drives:
 80GB 7200RPM (8MB Cache) Smart Bay
 160GB 5400RPM Hybrid Drive w/ 256MB flash memory Smart Bay
 320GB 5400RPM (8MB Cache) Smart Bay
 200GB 7200RPM (16MB Cache) Smart Bay
Optical Drives:
 Dual Layer Blu-ray Disc Reader (BD-ROM, DVD±RW, CD-RW)
 2x Dual Layer Blu-ray Disc Burner (BD-R, DVD±RW, CD-RW)
Sound Card:
 External Creative X-Fi Xtreme Audio Card
Mobile Essentials:
 Belkin® AC Anywhere 300W Vehicle Outlet Adapter
 Razer Lachesis™ Mouse
 Alienware® Odyssey Backpack
 Alienware® Ozma 7™ Headphones with S-Logic™ Technology
Power:
 Additional Battery – 6-cell Battery
 Additional Battery – 6-cell Smart Bay Battery
 Additional AC Adapter – 120 Watt Auto-switch AC Adapter
Warranty:
 2-Year AlienCare Toll-Free 24/7 Phone Support w/ Onsite Service
 3-Year AlienCare Toll-Free 24/7 Phone Support w/ Onsite Service

 

Ok so I ordered one, about two weeks ago, but, I just got an email from a sales rep from alienware telling me that it only lights up on the keyboard and the alien head, He said the side lighting is not being offered!!! WTF. Then I called the tech people. The tech guy said that it was lit up all aound. Double WTF!!!
I just want to know what the hell is going on. I paid a lot of money for this thing, and I want ALL the lights. Is the sales rep just an idiot??? someone help me please!!!! Oh and here are the specs for it!!.[1] Area-51® m15x

Display: 15.4" WideUXGA 1920 x 1200 LCD (1200p)
System Lighting: Alienware® AlienFX® System Lighting - Indigo
Video/Graphics Card: 512MB NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800M GTX
Processor: Intel® Core™ 2 X7900 2.8GHz – Extreme Edition (4MB Cache 800MHz FSB)
Memory: 2GB Dual Channel DDR2 SO-DIMM at 667MHz – 2 x 1024MB
Operating System (Office software not included): Windows Vista® Home Premium
Notebook Tuners and Remotes: Without Media Center Remote Control or TV Tuner
System Drive: 200GB 7200RPM (16MB Cache)
Optical Drives : Dual Layer Blu-ray Disc Reader (BD-ROM, DVD±RW, CD-RW)
Wireless: Internal Intel® Wireless 4965 a/b/g/Draft-N Mini-Card
Sound Card : Internal High-Definition Audio with surround sound
Keyboard Options: AlienFX® Illuminated Keyboard
Warranty: 1-Year AlienCare Toll-Free 24/7 Phone Support w/ Onsite Service
AlienRespawn: AlienRespawn v2.0 Recovery DVD – Windows Vista® Edition
Power: Additional Battery – 6-cell Smart Bay Battery
Mobile Bags: Alienware® Odyssey Backpack

 

actually i upgraded it to 4 gigs of ram cuz vista takes up a whole GIG!!!

 

Absinthe42: It lights up ALL around. The only option on lighting is if you get the illuminated keyboard or not! The sales rep apparently wasn't well read on the system he's supposed to be selling

 

yup, the whole monitor frame lights up. it looks very cool.

i got my gears of war in the mail- played the first couple of levels.
it was a pain in the ass to set up (had to update drivers, game crashes if you use the autorun to start it for some reason), but it runs pretty smooth on high settings using the 8700. I turned off the post processing, because it's why I hated the 360 version, and it runs silky smooth.

Only problem is... my laptop cpu and gpu both hit around 77 degrees C when running the game, crysis only heats it up to around 65. Weird... since this is my primary computer, I just hope playing games 10 to 15 hours a week will not shorten the overall life of the unit.

 

Thank God, When I ordered it I did not even have the option not to have the keyboard lol. But why would you not get it. It did not make sense to me because it says on the website it lights up in six distinct zones anyway. Thanks man.
You got any Pics BTW!!! I WANNA SEEEEEEE!!!!
I cant wait to get it. I was in phase 2 then I went to 4 but then I added another
2 gigs and went back to 2 again lol. Now Im at 4 again. Anyone know how long 4 takes??
Thanks for the answer on the lights also.

 

i uploaded pics last week when i got the laptop

 

Ill definately be using it for gaming mrwater, but the main reason I got it was so I can Do my 3d modeling and texturing. Photoshop cs3, 3dmax, and maya running at the same time can create quite some chaos on some computers but im quite confident that the way i configured it, it will be a super beast!!!!!
Look above for my specs,

 

The one I have is a beast and it doesn't even have upgrades from the stock model I'm sure whoever gets the 8800 m15x lappies will be thrilled.

 

Sweet cuz i tricked the crap out of it

 

Does anyone else have pics???

 

Those are the only ones that have been posted so far.

 

Blegh I just dont know why the rep would say that. here is what he said.
I mean WTF MAN!!!! it makes me nervous!!

Thank you for contacting Alienware.
Regarding your question, the side lighting on the Area-51 m15x is not currently being offered but will be soon, currently, the parts that light up are the Alien Head and the keyboard.
These systems are only available in white and will be offered in other colors in the future but at this time there is no information as to when this option will be offered.
If you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Best regards,
Milton Sanchez
Electronic Support – Sales Department

I just hope Milton Sanchez is horribly misinformed.

 

?!?!??!?!

That's so weird! These alienware reps all say different things!
-the side lighting IS there because a sales rep told me YES, but more importantly, mrwater's pictures of the m15x he owns actually SHOW the side lights (pics are on page #5 of this thread).

As for the other colors...no one knows the actual date except the heads of alienware. ugh.

I'm still waiting for my black skullcap, just like many of us here.

 

Really you want the skullcap?? why, its kinda fugly. And your laptop will look like everyone elses. The ripley design is so slick and, well just kicks ass. But that is my opinion lol.

 

I SOLVED THE MYSTERY ABOUT OPTICAL OUT BOOYA MOTHER TRUCKERS!

I had a minidisc optial cable from the late 1990's. For some reason I foudn it today, it had one end with a stereo looking jack and the other an optical looking jack. Tried it out- WORKS.

5.1+HDMI, crysis on the 37 incher

That is all

 

Absinthe, Skullcap has the same look as previous Alienware laptops. It's what makes them standout. Ripley has a more stream lined and generic look for people that want something more conservative. I love them both, but Skullcap looks more like Alienware to me and will stand out in a crowd.

 

I see your point raziel, but I did want something more different and stereamlined.
So you were right on the money. Plus I kinda feel it matches my alienware desktop better. I still have not recieved an email back from the reps after I told them that I had spoke to other owners about the lighting. But Im gonna fly to florida and kick some MF'n ass If I dont have the all out disco lighting lol.

 

plus, I just want something different lol. Everyone at my damn school has that skullcap design, I saw that ripley and almost shot a load in my pants.
If im not allowed to say that sorry, do not know the rules regarding language yet.

 

People really need to check out my rant posts. Check my posting history, read my posts.

The reps don't give the same, nor right, information out. Sometimes you'll get good ones, sometimes horrible ones.

The units ALL have lighting, only difference is the $2099 model, which isn't offered anymore, had NO way of getting the keyboard lights. Now you can opt for the kb lights if you want.

I cant believe I only have 1 positive rep thingie after all my informative posting. Pshh, I know I'm no info-bot, but come on guys

 

where the hell are you going to school where everyone has alienwares?

i just graduated college and i would say it was rare to see 1 person with a laptop in class, and rarer to see something besides a dell or alienware.

 

yeah im with him... i thought i was different for even getting an alienware... and about the rep thing. That 1 rep was me .

 

well thank you

and nobody i know has an alienware, and i have never seen one in person before i got mine- besides when bestbuy carried them some years back.

 

lol, I go to the Art Istitute Of San Diego Ca, For Video Game Art and Design.
Its a really nice school. The mac labs are outfitted with G4's, LOTS of them.

 

well if you go to a school that targets gamers i guess you'll get a lot of alienwares, especially if the tuition is high in the first place and you have a bunch of rich kids going

 

Indeed lol, Tuiton was around 80k, But the job placement is around 98%
They have a good rep because they wont give ****ty artists degrees.

 

I still fell Like I have been In phase 4 forever. I mean it can't take that long to pull parts. Sheesh

 

80K HAHAHAH thats disgusting. it cost me -$12000 to go to school (financial assistance + scholarships, they paid me $2k per term)

of course i just have a degree in english and have to search like a wild dog for a job... 80k, hot damn.

and i dont mean disgusting in a bad way, just i could never imagine what it would feel like to go to a school that charged 80k tuition.

 

Trust me, Its worth the money. And I basically get every damn program Under the sun. Thousands of dollars worth