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    Looking for my first Laptop

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by 46and2Dragon, May 30, 2006.

  1. 46and2Dragon

    46and2Dragon Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hey guys, I'm looking at picking up my first laptop, but had a few questions..

    First of all, I'm looking at the Dell e1705.

    1- Where can I buy RAM for it, and what kind do I need? I'm just going to get the minimal amount and put more in for cheaper (if I can). CAn I do this myself, or do I need a comp shop to do it?

    2- I'm having trouble deciding between video cards. I'm looking at either the ATI 1400 or the nVidia 7800.. IS thera big difference between these two? What about energy usage?

    2- On the addons part of the order website, it lists "spare AC adapter". Does it come with one automatically, or do I need to buy the "spare" one?


    I think that is all I have for now, if I think of more question, I'll be sure to list them here.. Thanks for any help! :D
     
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    1. Newegg.com, or Crucial.com(you can enter in your computer and it will tell you what you want).
    2. 7800 is MUCH more powerful. It does use more juice.
    3. It comes with one.
     
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    What type of RAM do I need? Like a model number or something?
     
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    Thank you


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