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    Do the new Sager models have removable panels?

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by LaughingCheese, Feb 29, 2016.

  1. LaughingCheese

    LaughingCheese Notebook Consultant

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    I remember looking at the previous Sager models on Power Notebooks (shame about them going out of business =\), the Sager's were shown to be easily accessible to replace things like ram and storage.

    Is this true of the new models as well?

    I don't see the panels specifically highlighted on any of the pictures for the newer models (specifically the NP8677, but it would apply to all of them I think).

    The older models seem to have had removable panels for ease of access, is this still true or no?

    http://www.sagernotebook.com/Notebook-NP8677.html



    Thanks,

    LC
     
    LaughingCheese, Feb 29, 2016
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  2. Meaker@Sager

    Meaker@Sager Company Representative

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    Yes you can access the new machines easily :)
     
    Meaker@Sager, Feb 29, 2016
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  3. Support.1@XOTIC PC

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    Yeah it isn't really marketed that way most of the time, but nothing has changed really. Still easy to access.
     
    Support.1@XOTIC PC, Feb 29, 2016
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    Great choice with the NP8677! One of the best things about sager/clevo is their easy upgradeability, typically just remove the bottom panel and have access to everything you need :)
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Mar 1, 2016
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    Some models require you to remove the entire bottom case assembly (e.g., P650xx/P70xx and P870DM) to access components. They're still relatively easy to service, though models like the P750 and P770 have a compartment that exposes most of the components v.s taking off the entire backing.
     
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  6. Meaker@Sager

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    Though that is easier to do than with most models, hiding screws behind hard drives etc ;)
     
    Meaker@Sager, Mar 1, 2016
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    Awesome, thanks for the replies!
     
    LaughingCheese, Mar 2, 2016
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    If you are a big tweaker then the NP9778 is the lowest end 17" that allows the most tinkering.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Mar 3, 2016
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