Sager NP8660, right way to configure

The Sager NP8660 might be my final decision as to what laptop I purchase for gaming but money is a little tight for me atm.

To put it simply, what parts of the NP8660 are upgradable later on. I'd like to buy a basic config and need to know what parts I can just work on later. Powernotebooks seems to have the cheapest Sager NP8660 atm, their preset config is $1350.

http://www.powernotebooks.com/configure.php?special=582

Oh and also, can anyone clarify on PNB's 3 year labor warranty, what dos that exactly mean?

/noob

 

I would say the basic configuration is good enough. You might want to consider which screen to get though since they are pretty though to upgrade it later.

 

So it's tough to upgrade the screen later on, but is it doable?

Tbh I'm sure the standard screen will fit my needs.

 

You just answered your own question my friend.

The whole process is just tedious.

 

Haha I did, didn't I?

Is it costly? (I'm sure the standard screen is fine for me,just curious)

 

Yes, you may have to pay some serious cash to get a new screen in the future. The reason most people replace the original panel is if it is damaged after their warranty expires.

The glossy WSXGA screen that the NP8660 initially comes with is decent enough for the vast majority of users. WSXGA resolution on a 15.4 inch panel is generally the middle ground balancing screen real estate and ease on the eyes. Those who don't mind smaller text and demand for more space on their screen may opt for the matte WUXGA. Between glossy and matte is mainly user preference.

Powernotebooks' labor warranty means that when you send your laptop to them, they will cover the cost of elbow grease to do whatever needs to be done to your laptop, but not the cost of replacement parts if any part needs to be replaced. That is where the parts warranty comes in. And you can take it from here.

I hope this helps you scratch your itchy curiosity. I wish you well in making your decision.