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    Lenovo y500/y400 ultrabays released!

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by kingfirejet, Dec 25, 2012.

  1. kingfirejet

    kingfirejet Notebook Consultant

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    Anyone know what size the HDD is in the caddy? Because if that's the price without a HDD that is absolutely ridiculous. Other ultrabay hdd caddies only cost $40 or so without a HDD.
     
    alathon, Dec 26, 2012
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    Does this mean Y400 can SLI too? It's just too bad the screen is only HD. That GPU power is such a waste on 1366x768. :mad:
     
    dronelebeau, Dec 26, 2012
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    balajih, Dec 28, 2012
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    I got the Y400 fan today, it's low rpm, and blows cold air on my mouse hand, so...
    I gut it and use it as a filler blank.

    A) blowing cold air means it wasn't helping with heat dissipation, my temps were 70C with or without fan
    B) the fan grill is nice, and makes a really nice blank, allowing air to feed to the left side gpu/cpu fan, I had it empty before (dvd waste of weight) and it stays 70C gaming

    The 2nd GPU is appealing, but $230 is too much, you can buy a desktop 650 2GB for $130, so I'd pay $150...

    I really like the fit and finish of the Y400, its nicely put together.
    I do wish Y400 had a screen upgrade option, the 1366x768 suffers from bad viewing angles and often looks washed out.
    If you've used a good 1080P panel before, it's noticeable... but ya gotta love the 14" size...

    ND
     
    NapalmDeath, Dec 31, 2012
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  7. alathon

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    Isn't SLI on a 1366x768 screen pretty much pointless? You'd be much better off just overclocking a single GPU. Obviously if you use an external monitor that's different, though. Also I wouldn't compare desktop and laptop GPU prices directly since their markets are entirely different. There is always a huge cost increase for mobile components.
     
    alathon, Jan 1, 2013
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    Has anyone found a suitable hdd caddy for ultrabay?
     
    txpro, Jan 2, 2013
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    I looked on the Canadian site and didn't see any. Have hey just been released for the US store?
     
    the_ts, Jan 3, 2013
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  10. eyung25

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    Yes they have. Mine should be arriving tomorrow.
     
    eyung25, Jan 3, 2013
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    nice! tell us how it is :)
     
    the_ts, Jan 3, 2013
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    Maybe I will try to put up a review or something on the lines. I heard that it can be hard to remove the DVD drive from the ultrabay. Also need to try to figure out that Windows 8 and mSATA deal. I bought the Y400 which should also be arriving tomorrow!
     
    eyung25, Jan 3, 2013
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  13. Thebestgamerever

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    Its not hard.

    There is just an lock and a switch.

    The lock is behind the battery and switch is just under the laptop.

    Verstuurd van mijn Xperia S met Tapatalk
     
    Thebestgamerever, Jan 21, 2013
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    Hey man,

    Was wondering: did you get the Y500 GN36 removable graphics? If so; how? You're from NL like me and seeing as I'd like to get it myself I'm curious ^^ since afaik it's only avail in the US store right? =o

    also left you a visitor message, hehe
     
    zKs, Jan 21, 2013
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    Hi, I am debating buying the same HDD bay, does it come with a HDD? 189.99 seems steep for just the bay. Also, where did you buy it?

    Thank you so much, please let me know!
     
    lp71590, Feb 26, 2013
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    Is there anyway to use the gt650 and the gt750 at the same time?
     
    jadbox, May 3, 2013
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    Anyone know?
     
    jadbox, May 5, 2013
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    No, you cannot.
     
    FSU Logan, May 5, 2013
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    where can I get a 650 anyone know?
     
    jadbox, May 5, 2013
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    hi there my name is ray from the UK im trying to get hold of y500 gt650 and the 170w psu we cant get it here in the uk and was wondering if you can help a fellow techie out by purchasing them for me and shipping to uk i would send fund via paypal to you account hope you can help me :) i cant understand lenovo uk not stocking this product
     
    raynotebookreview, May 15, 2013
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    Ive had the ultra bay driver on order for over a month now. I stopped calling sales support because I get the same reach a round, they keep telling me its going to get shipped on my next ship date. Heres a conversation with sales support.

    Please wait while we connect with you with a Lenovo Chat Representative.

    All agents are currently busy. Please stand by.

    An agent will be with you in a moment. Thank you for your patience.

    You have been connected to ^Sandeep Vanam.

    ^Sandeep Vanam: Thank you for contacting Lenovo Sales Chat. My name is Sandeep Vanam and my Rep ID is 2900713395. Happy to help you today.


    Ryan: I wanted to know when the y500 removable dvd burner DB36 will ship, part # 0c22231. Ive had one on order for over a month and I keep getting told that it will ship and it never does, keeps getting pushed back.


    ^Sandeep Vanam: I am sorry to know this.


    ^Sandeep Vanam: The shipping date is an estimated one and shipping depends on the hardware availability. In some cases product will get delayed if there is a high demand.


    ^Sandeep Vanam: The laptop you have purchased is one of the best selling laptop in Lenovo.com


    Ryan: yes I understand that so the company is going to blow off my single order so they can get a laptop sale?


    ^Sandeep Vanam: I am sorry for the inconvenience caused to you.


    Ryan: Ive had my laptop for over a month and I keep getting told its going to ship and it doesn't.


    ^Sandeep Vanam: I suggest you to contact our Post sales team, who can help you with this.


    ^Sandeep Vanam: I am really sorry for this, we do not have the tools, if I had I could help you with this.


    Ryan: and I have to deal with someone on the phone?


    ^Sandeep Vanam: You can chat with them on business hours 9AM to 7PM EST.


    Ryan: Thanks


    ^Sandeep Vanam: You are welcome.


    ^Sandeep Vanam: To ensure that we are always improving our services, you may receive a survey invitation at the end of the chat session to tell us what you think about our products and services. Your feedback will be highly appreciated.


    ^Sandeep Vanam: Thank you for contacting Lenovo Sales Chat.
     
    the_profesor, May 29, 2013
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