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    want R50 be faster

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by alireza4, Aug 29, 2008.

  1. alireza4

    alireza4 Notebook Guru

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    so i consider these options :

    1- upgrade RAM : 512MB ->2G

    2- is it possible , upgarde its HDD : 4200 rpm -> more ( 7200rpm)

    otherwise , at least i want keep my shard data on a faster storgae device (flash , stick , ssd , ...)

    FAQ : what is this faster storage device for this status ?​
     
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    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Yes those 2 upgrades would improve its speed greatly, especially going from a 4200rpm. Even a 5400rpm would be a very good improvement. Going up to 1GB ram or more would definitely be a big step up too.
     
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    1- do 7200rpm be supported on R50 ?

    2- if can live with 4200rpm but want a faster storage device for only shared data/projects files , you suggest which device ?
     
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    7200rpm will be fine, but 5400 rpm will be a good enough step up whilst being a whole lot cheaper. (certain true for IDE/ATA-100) drives.
     
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    this R50 has 2 days-return chance.

    what do you think about T42p vs R50 ? (please give grade to each one)
     
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    T42p any day. Much more portable, and I just loved the design of the T4x series... :p
     
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  7. Han Bao Quan

    Han Bao Quan The Assassin

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    Which R50? 14.1'' or 15''?
     
    Han Bao Quan, Aug 29, 2008
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    R50 - 15" ( 1830-6FU) :

    cpu Pentium M 1.5
    vga 512MB
    screen 15.0” XGA
    vga 7500
    40G
    Combo
    Intel 11b Wi-Fi
    Modem
    Gigabit LAN
    1394
    security chip
     
    alireza4, Aug 30, 2008
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    That's the same one I have, runs very well, generally, the T41p is more powerful, it's also a little bit thinner, if they are the same price, go for the T.
     
    Han Bao Quan, Aug 30, 2008
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