EUROCOM PYTHON D470K configuration your opinion ?

Hi I need your guys opinion on my configuration for my Eurocom Pyton.

Confguration:

Configuration
System 17-inch WXGA (1440x900) widescreen EUROCOM Python D470K
Video Conferencing None - Choose from the options below
Wireless Wi-Fi LAN 802.11b (miniPCI) EUROCOM WLAN
Memory 1GB DDR400 200pin - 2x512MB SODIMM
Processor AMD Athlon64 3000+ (DTR) w/1MB cache
Hard Drive 60GB (2.5'') 7,200rpm
Optical Drive 2x Dual DVD+-R/+-RW Burner (Pioneer) with Software
Operating System Professional XP
Keyboard and O/S Language Keyboard - U.S. English
Standard Battery (internal) 8-cells Smart Li-lon
Standard AC Adapter w/power cord 120W auto-switching AC Adapter
Warranty 1 Year Return to Factory Depot

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Now question: Should I save money by going down with 512mb ram ?
In other words, would 512mb ram be good enough?

What do you guys think of this EUROCOM PYTHON D470K?

Thanks
Michel[ ]

 

[ ]How is this configuration for gaming ?

 

On paper, it looks like a very nice machine. I'd also like to see screen quality, location of ports, and battery life before final judgement. But it looks pretty handy. To your question, 512mb of memory is more than enough to get you going. You probably would be better of starting with the 512mb, and then buying an additional 512mb from a third-party vendor. The only thing that stinks about that is usually with 512mb, manufacturers give you two 256mb sticks. So when you want to upgrade to 1 gig, you still have to purchase 2 512mb sticks...pain in the arse.

Question about the optical drive.....do you mean dual is in the new Dual Layer format? or just that it does +/- and R/RW?

 

Thanks Big C

Question about the optical drive.....I mean dual is just that it does +/- and R/RW?

So you dont recommed I buy 1 gig from the manufacturer but instead buy 1 slot of 512 and then buy a 3rd party 512mb ram?

Any recommendation on ram maker and how much am I saving ? any guess?

Thanks[ ]

 

I'd up the processor to the 3400+, wait for the WSXGA+ or WUXGA screen in a few months, and go with one 512MB stick of RAM. I'd also definitely get the "bg" wireless card. It would be foolish to limit yourself to only "b". They will also allow you to get a 4X Panasonic DVD burner if you request it. This will be my next laptop, but I'm waiting on the new screens personally.

I'm hoping the 3800+ is available by the time the screens are updated.

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by michel

 

I'd up the processor to the 3400+, wait for the WSXGA+ or WUXGA screen in a few months, and go with one 512MB stick of RAM. I'd also definitely get the "bg" wireless card. It would be foolish to limit yourself to only "b". They will also allow you to get a 4X Panasonic DVD burner if you request it. This will be my next laptop, but I'm waiting on the new screens personally.

I'm hoping the 3800+ is available by the time the screens are updated.
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will 3400+ make that much of difference ?
what is the differnce between WSXGA+ or WUXGA and mine selection WXGA (1440x900)?
I didnt know 4x is available ? Do I ask them ? I dont see it on their site ?
As for b/b wirless I have a b router why should I upgrade ? please advise I think your opinions are valide but need some more info!

Thanks Tron![ ]

 

If you just get one 512 MB stick of memory you save enough to get the faster processor and most likely have enough left over to add the other 512 MB stick yourself. I can't be certain, but I think the 3400+ has about 15% better performance.

WSXGA+ is about 1600 by 1000, WUXGA is about 1900 by 1200. Some people think WUXGA is too fine for comfortable viewing, but almost everyone agrees WSXGA+ is preferable to anything less. You'll have to decide for yourself. I want all the res I can get personally.

Many AP's in public places support "g" and you don't want to be stuck with "b" if you upgrade a home, espeially with the price of routers nearing $50. "g" is very nice and well worth the slight upgrade cost.

You should e-mail their support staff about the drive, that's what I did.

Oh yeah, this is a great gaming machine. Only the EE P4's can match it, but a PC configured wih one would cost twice as much. [ ]

 

Does anyone know when Eurocom will start offering the WSXGA screen?

-Joshua

 

Well, whaddya know! It looks like they've updated their page since last night Look here.

The SXGA is now available on the Python.

-Joshua