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    Lapdesk/Cushtop recommendations for 17" Clevo beasts

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by SpyCam, Dec 2, 2012.

  1. SpyCam

    SpyCam Notebook Geek

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    So i have been browsing for a lapdesk today that would have enough room for placing 17" Clevo notebook on it to have natural air ventilation.
    Could you tell me what you use? The ones that are really comfortable to use, the ones that doesn't hurt the temps of the notebook...

    I was thinking about these ones:

    Logitech UK - Comfort Lapdesk N500
    Belkin Laptop Cushdesk for laptops up to 17" in Black and Pink: Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories
    Targus Lap Chill Mat 17-inch: Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

    What would you recommend?
     
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  2. ToddMcF2002

    ToddMcF2002 Notebook Geek

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    This is the product I'm picking up. I need a mouse provision and a fan, and I'm tired of using separate products (lapdesk + cooler + laptop) which makes the whole thing unwieldy and heavy.

    AIDMA ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.

    Decent engineering. If you check out the images the fan is easily removed / replaced, which is pretty key as they tend to die quickly.
     
    ToddMcF2002, Dec 2, 2012
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    Thundercast Notebook Consultant

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    @ToddMcF2002 : Is the cooler performance anywhere near the other usual models (notepal u3, etc) ? Also, I might need to try it, but is it really comfortable ? I'm having trouble picturing myself playing with my wrist twisted to have my hand on the mouse (actually I could never get used to having a hand higher than the other, which is what happens when you're having a hand on the keyboard and the other on the mouse, and if the aidata seems to correct the difference problem, I feel like I'll have to keep my right hand "floating" in the air to hold the mouse). Thanks !
     
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  4. ToddMcF2002

    ToddMcF2002 Notebook Geek

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    I ordered it, haven't tried it yet. I have other lap desks that have a mouse provision but no cooler and do not tilt and I find them comfortable. The tilt on this unit is configurable. Should be good.
     
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  5. grunnsat

    grunnsat Notebook Consultant

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    Use a Logitech M570 trackball, I've been using this design of trackball for more then 15 years now. Much better than a mouse in my view.
     
    grunnsat, Dec 3, 2012
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    Avoid a plastic one. The mesh/metal designs help to dissipate heat better. People have mixed feelings about cooling performance, so I would advise looking at user reviews from the major e-tailers.
     
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