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    studio 1557 still freeze?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Pumiki, Apr 11, 2010.

  1. Pumiki

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    hi all,

    i want to buy the 1557 with the core i7,

    i read about the freeze problems in this machine and i wanted to know if it still exists?

    if not, what should i check before the purchase in order of getting the fixed?

    10x a lot!

    :)
     
    Pumiki, Apr 11, 2010
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  2. kapilk007

    kapilk007 Notebook Consultant

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    the problems were due to software and old drivers.these are already resolved by new releases of the softwares and drivers.
    best of luck for ur new system.
     
    kapilk007, Apr 13, 2010
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  3. Pumiki

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    tnx for your reply,
    but how will i know whether i'm getting the new release or the old ones in the shop...?
     
    Pumiki, Apr 14, 2010
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    my studio i3 kept freezing after 3 days of use. RMAd it
     
    LE25, Apr 14, 2010
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    the best soln is to order online.
    Otherwise u can always download the latest versions if u r connected to the internet.
     
    kapilk007, Apr 14, 2010
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    AFAIK the 1557 comes with i7's only.
    U must be having a 1558.upgrade to latest BIOS and drivers and the freezing problem might be solved.

    I have a 1557 and absolutely no problems at all.Had minor replacements but it works like a wizard.
     
    kapilk007, Apr 14, 2010
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