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    Sager 8690 Initial Setup Information

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by Stevenson140, Nov 10, 2009.

  1. Stevenson140

    Stevenson140 Notebook Geek

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    Hey,

    I just ordered a 8690 and was wondering if there is any stuff I should know about when first setting it up compared to any other laptop? Any drivers I should update, etc?

    I can't wait for it to come. It's going to feel like ages. LOL

    Thanks
    Shawn Stevenson
     
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  2. MrDJ

    MrDJ Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Hi Shawn
    the cd that comes with it should have the latest drivers on it but just in case i would always recommend updating the graphics card drivers.

    what spec have you gone for.

    the wait is a killer but it will be worth it in the end.
     
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    jgs9455 Notebook Consultant

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    Yea which drivers should be updated versus what Windows7 automatically installed? Do we need to change any settings in the BIOS?
     
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  4. Stevenson140

    Stevenson140 Notebook Geek

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    I setup I went with is more standard compared to some but still more then I could ever need for now.

    Here is the setup I ordered:

    - i7 720 Processor
    - Full HD 1920x1080
    - Windows 7 Home Premium (The higher up models I had no use for)
    - 4GB of RAM
    - 320GB 7200RPM
    - Standard Optical Drive

    That's about it for now.
     
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