Got my V1J - need some help

Finally got my new V1J (I sent back my previous one as the DVD-layer didn't close smoothly).

As promised, I'll write a review, but probably in the Christmas holidays, as I'm really busy with college at the moment.

However, I've a question, could someone clarify what software should be installed after completing a fresh format of the OS. I didn't how it initially came with a lot of mess installed on it. The driver and junk CD doesn't clearly indicate the purposes of the programs... so I'd like some recommendations.

One remark, my supplied did modify the V1J's processor (originally a T2400; replaced by a T7200) - where should I download its drivers? Just from Intel's site?



Thanks guys! It's being appreciated.

 

I wasn't aware that CPUs needed drivers. The INF drivers are just for the chipset so they should work regardless of processor. The only Windows thing for dual core CPUs is something to improve multithreading support, but that's standard for any dual core CPU not just Merom. I think there was a thread somewhere about that. AMD CPUs had some Cool'n'Quiet issues that needed a patch, but that's a separate issue.

Looking forward to reading your review.

 

Everything on that first page there is basically needed...... Technically, I guess you don't *need* anything, but all of that on that page is required to run the system and it's hotkeys and programs as intended. The only two I'd question would be the Wireless device drive and ute - although you need that to run wifi and bluetooth - or at least I'd suggest it. I don't know what the multimedia device driver and ute are though... I'd look into that, I'm sure it's important though. Asus usually puts the extra programs onto either another disk or anything section......... whereever you'll find the power4gear, norton, etc... all of that is "extra" stuff that you don't 100% need, but it's useful. Asus does't include a drop of stuff that isn't intended for proper use though, so it's tough to call. It's all stuff that I would use unless you have something you like to use in it's place.

 

Would LOVE a review of this V1J! If one stuck another GB of RAM in this, wouldn't it be a lighter sleeker G1? The Video card can't be that much of a difference. What is the Weight?


OK, well, TRUE specs from a hands on review..not speculation.

 

Specs can't be faked..... configurations can't be made up... opinions from someone with a production model is what you want...

Adding ram to the V1 doesn't make it the G1.... they're two very different notebooks, albeit both 15.4". The graphics cards are what'll keep them the furthest apart, as the 7700 is a slightly better card then the x1700, and with twice the VRAM, the 7700 would be more desirable to hardcore gamers.... but in reality, you have to be able to make use of the full gpu and the full VRAM to notice a difference... I prefer the V1 to the G2 for a dozen reasons, but the main thing is that the G1 is at least 3/4 of a pound heavier, if not a full pound.

 

Ah..yes, I assumed before looking that there was 512 VRAM dedicated..not 256+ Hypermemory... . Shoot. Can we put the insides of the G1 in the chassis of the V1P?...he he. or in the chassis of the Lambo, how sweet it would be. c'mon resellers..make it happen. I'll buy.

 

Asus used their 7700 advantage over the other manufacturers to increase marketing of their mainstream notebooks.

Make a lot of sales as opposed to a few.

also 7700 consumes more power than the 7600 but x1700 might consumer less power than the the x1600 two different directions for upgrade.

7700 goes in the larger asus notebooks with more space the x1700 goes in thinner notebooks. a8js is quite small but still larger than the w3j. g1p is very large compared to the v1j.

 

I chose not to install Norton on my W3J (I'm given a free copy of Symantec corporate edition which is an incredible program compared to everything else I've tried) and I chose not to install the TPM module software. I'm pretty sure I put just about everything else on though.

~ Brett

 

That's quite potentially right, someone would have to directly compare the power consumption of the GO 7700 to the X1700 to see which one is more battery friendly, however it does seem easier to state that the X1700 consumes less power based on the 3dMarks.

Go 7700:
3DMark05 = 4200 points
3DMark06 = 2700 points

X1700:
3DMark05 = 4200 points
3DMark06 = 1850 points

X1450:
3DMark06 = 1200 points

X1400:
3DMark05 = 2270 points
3DMark06 = 900 points

These numbers are taken from notebookcheck, and these numbers do resemble what the users here are getting, just slightly off by a little.

If you look at the X1400 vs X1450, the 3DMark06 number shows a 25% improvement over the X1400, so calling it an overclocked X1400 is pretty much correct.

Norton is a nice program, but also a resource hog, i suggest AVG Free for anti-virus solutions.