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the affected nvidia cards are rumored to be the g84 and g86 nothing to do with either the 8800m or the 9800m

get a life

 

The 9800 is a die shrunk 8800 so please explain to me how a shrunk version creates more heat using less voltage???

 

Just making sure...

You guys saw that Gateway put up the info site on the 7811, right?

Gateway P-7811FX

Briefly:

C2D P8400 (2.26gHz, 3MB Cache, 1066FSB)
4GB 1066 DDR3 RAM
Nvidia 9800M GTS 512MB DDR3
200GB 7200ROM Drive
17" WUXGA 1920x1200

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How much is this notebook costing?

 

I think you actually found it first. Very nice. Rep.

Unavailable in Canada if previous experience with the FX series is any indicator.

Currently pricing is at 1450.

 

Good Catch!

 

like I need to be salivating anymore for this notebook to come out good job Sharkonwheels, thanks for the heads up.

 

Would there be any significant performance difference between this laptop and a P-6860 FX w/ a T9300? Any significant battery life difference?

 

Hmm, to be honest, probably not very much. Better processor in 6860 countered by better GPU in the 7811FX. If you already have 6860FX with a T9300/T8300, there isn't very much point in upgrading unless you really want the larger screen. Battery life might be a 10-25 minute increase.

 

Thanks for the quick response. I'm sorely tempted to be honest, what with the screen, and the GPU and the move to DDR3... I bought the laptop when it was still on sale for 1099 so what I get for selling it would probably cover the cost of this new one. I guess I'll wait to see what the early adopters feel.

 

Dang - my bad guys - didn't mean to get the glands going

I was sniffing around for the M-152XL/153XL 6850FX/6851 info, and I saw "P-7000 series" on the list.

Looks like a nice machine - I WISH something like that was capable in a 15.4", as 17" is just too big for me. I have nowhere to put something that large!

I'd like:

15.4" 1680x1050 or 1440x900
p8400
4GB DDR3
200GB 7200RPM
BluRay+DVD-RW
Vid: who knows. 9800M GT/HD 3870/HD4850, 512MB DDR3 or DDR5

and I want it for $1199 or so

Don't need a webcam, fingerprint, copper-coloring - gimme SUBSTANCE, not fluff...

Heh - not asking for much, huh?
Depending on the thermal specs on the 3870/4850, there just doesn't seem to be a way to dissipate the heat from the GPU, in the chassis size I want...

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It talks about bluetooth in the manual so I see no reason why it would not have it
http://support.gateway.com/s/Manuals/Mobile/8513074.pdf

 

Thank you for dropping by. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

 

a typical nooblet on a forum.

maybe you should back your "arguement" up by posting your source. even though there is not one to start with.

The 8 series had issues. the 9 series does not.


I think some little kid is just upset that his parents wont buy him a decent laptop.

 

As dtwn said, thank you for dropping by and giving your opinion. Have a nice weekend.

 

the truth will reveal itself soon enough, just wait for the card to come out and see if it overheats. simple as that

 

where is MAST when its needed ?

 

That will wipe surprise of Toshiba f55

 

Hey guys, just an FYI (I work at BB), wait until the week of the 17th to purchase it if possible or just watch the flyers if you can't wait that long because as with most of the FX line so far (both desktop and laptop) the system tends to go on sale the first full week it is on the shelves.

As for me I'll stick with my 6860 for another year then drop it down the stairs for a 7811 (if you take advantage of your accidental plan you will have to repurchase it on the replacement to get the continued coverage)

 

I find it quite interesting that you'll have to repurchase the accidental plan in order to use it on your replacement. Is there anything else I should know?

 

At first I agreed that it was pretty well ludicrous to have to repurchase the Service Plan but after looking at it you are basically getting a $1200+ system for $349.99 (or $699.98 if you consider PSP on original and replacement), so if you look at it that way it isn't a bad deal.

 

Total cost for laptop + replacement = 1,300 X 2 = 2,600++

Total cost for 1 laptop + 2 PSP = 1,300 + (699.98) = 1,900.

You do save somewhat I guess, but not very efficient.

 

Can't wait. I'll stop posting on Notebookreview after it comes out too. The laptop's the only reason I'm active in this forum.

 

It says right on the plan, that it's only valid for 1 replacement. I think servicing is handled different, but replacements, it's only valid for once.

TO be honest, I've never had issues with BB's plans - I usually buy them on high-ticket items, like on my LCD and plasma TV's.

I had an old-school 62" rear projection TV I bought from them in 1998, and I got the plan. I had that TV from 1998 until about 2005. Bought the 4Y, and extended like 2-3 times. They repaired the TV about 5 times over the years here at the house, once was even working on the lamps, which is REALLY expensive, and I never paid a penny.

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Haha, Me too!

After this thing comes out, I'll most likely be gone.

 

Great. We'll throw you a party, I'm sure you'll be missed.

 

Hey dude, don't take it negatively. I love this place, everyone here is really helpful. But I just won't have the time and dedication to post on this notebook centric forum once I have no need to.

Of course this will be the first place I come to get help.

 

Geez - that's like kickin' a guy when he's down, because it's easier!



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LOL. I don't take anything on this board personally, no worries there. However, if you only come when you need help and arent willing to contribute to help others, doesnt that seem a bit.....lame?

 

so anyway back on track with the notebook talk and not forum etiquette.

how bout that new FX that is coming out

 

Well, I contribute on another board...
I've been posting there for 2+ years now, so I'm not going to just leave there and start posting here. Besides, I'm no tech master like some of you folk. I know that's no excuse, but Honestly I wouldn't be all that helpful.

Of course I'm going to check back in to see what the latest news is and such. I've got this place in my quick bookmark bar.

 

No worries, like I said, it makes no difference to me either way. I was just razzing you a bit.

 

Happens all the time. In all forums.

 

I miss you already Elementrat and you havent even left yet .

 

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Awaiting my M-6851

 

I would love some help from a guy whose avatar was Randy in the bathroom and a username of "Dook in the Urinal".

/I'm just razzing you up too! Hehe...

 

LOL. It's kinda funny you mention that, as that's the whole reason I chose to use that name. To see if a persons SN and/or avatar makes people more judgmental of them, even if they appear to be mature and/or helpful. I tend to be very analytical.

 

Alright, so we got this laptop at $1450 for now. I'm in Canada and as soon as they release I'm thinkin of drivin to US and pickin one up. I was thinkin about 6831/60 but might as well go for this.
Anyway, if I wouldn't want extra warranty what would b my total price ? I can either go to Michigan or New York, closest states to me, just don't know what taxes are at which state.

 

NYS is 8%. Buffalo is 8.75%. I'm assuming Buffalo's the closest to you in NY, but I could very well be wrong.

 

6% here in michigan

 

Can anyone confirm that it comes out on the 17th?

 

14th is the day it comes out

 

This notebook looks extremely nice indeed, but there is no way I can get a Gateway in Europe is there? (and no, I don't want to import it here because of the incredible taxes and shipping costs)

 

*Looks at calender.*

*Sigh*

 

i read ddr3 is only 2% faster than ddr2(toms hardware)
new LCD is great
harddrive is another plus(hope theres room for another one)
CPU(less heat less power = good)

those upgrades are good but really dont know about 9800m gts
most 9 series card has been shrinked chip from 8 series.

overall i think its going to get +1000 3dmark06 point than 6860(due to cpu)

 

I now understand how blogs break news.
Search "Best Buy P-7811FX". You'll see that Engadget broke the news citing Notebookreview.com as its source. However, you'll see that the price is advertised as 1499.99 rather than 1449.99. Because of Engadget's error, every blog from there mixed copy pasta and now reports that Best Buy will sell it for 1499.99 citing Engadget as its source... -.- Why don't the authors realize that becoming a tertiary source is a bad thing?

Anyways, I'm still waiting for confirmation that Bluetooth will be built in.

 

Actually, I believe there were a few people discussing how to ship it out of the US really cheaply.

 

Don't know if it's been mentioned before but is P-7811FX's Nvidia GeForce 9800M-GTS a 128bit or a 256bit card?

 

i think you mistake it for the ati 9800
256 of course