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    PYTHON D470K option for DVD burner 2x or 4x ?

    Discussion in 'Other Manufacturers' started by michel, May 14, 2004.

  1. michel

    michel Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello members:

    I have put an order with Eurocom to buy the python!

    What I need is the following info ASAP.

    The question is I chose 2x pioneer DVD r/rw + and - but they now offer 4x, so I been wanted to copy my home made movie and trying to do a family documentary from video. So how long does it take to copy a 90 min DVD with a 2x burner vs a 4x burner.

    If I can get some advise asap I can still change my configuration at the Eurocom factory!

    Please advise ?

    Thanks

    Michel[:I]
     
    michel, May 14, 2004
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    michel Notebook Enthusiast

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    BTW the DVD burner 2x is made by pioneer and the 4x is made by Panasonic. Does it matter ?

    Which brand is better too ?

    Thanks[ :D]
     
    michel, May 14, 2004
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    cjoshuav Notebook Geek

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    I have read complaints from other folks on the 2x DVD-R drive that is shipped with most Clevos. It's apparently a bit noisy. You might want to opt for the 4x.

    Did Eurocom give you a delivery date? That laptop still looks like vaporware to me.

    -Joshua
     
    cjoshuav, May 14, 2004
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  4. michel

    michel Notebook Enthusiast

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    Did Eurocom give you a delivery date? That laptop still looks like vaporware to me.

    Thanks for your advise. I did add the 4x DVD burner thanks to your advise.

    They told me the preordering has been very succesful and the first shipment is all sold and I am in line for the next shipment which is probably in June.

    They will keep me posted.

     
    michel, May 20, 2004
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    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    Ugh, there's nothing like waiting a month for a new notebook! I had severe problems waiting two weeks for mine to deliver right around Christmas last year.

    Editor in Chief http://www.bargainPDA.com and http://www.SPOTstop.com
     
    Brian, May 20, 2004
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  6. michel

    michel Notebook Enthusiast

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    cjoshuav I know how you feel but I think the wait is worth it.

    BTW, just curious how does the AMD chip in the python compare to the intel ?

    Any comments ?

    Thanks[ :)]
     
    michel, May 20, 2004
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    Brian I know how you feel but I think the wait is worth it.

    Sorry Br[:I]ian about the Tech error! I was commenting about your opinion and asking you Brian for the question.

    BTW, just curious how does the AMD chip in the python compare to the intel ?

    Any comments ?

    Thanks[ :)]
     
    michel, May 20, 2004
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    cjoshuav Notebook Geek

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    The two main advantages to the AMD chip are: support for upcoming 64-bit OS'es and software, and battery life.

    You should be able to get an extra hour of battery life out of the chip, with comparable performance to a P4. Then, when 64-bit programs come out, you'll actually be able to run them. Your friends with P4 systems won't ;).

    -Joshua
     
    cjoshuav, May 20, 2004
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  9. michel

    michel Notebook Enthusiast

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    cjoshuav Thanks that sound like I made the right choice.

    Thanks[ :)]
     
    michel, May 20, 2004
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