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    what do you think of this laptop?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by goldilox74, Jun 15, 2006.

  1. goldilox74

    goldilox74 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Okay, I've (finally) made a decision about what computer I'm going to get. However, hoping for some feedback before making the big purchase!
    I should probably note that I am not going to be using this for gaming; I need a very portable laptop since I'll be going to and from law school every day.

    Here are the specs of what I'm considering. What do yall think? Good deal for the $$?

    Sony VGN-SZ240 (The Sony Vaio SZ series)

    Intel Duo Core Processor 1.66 GHz
    512 MB RAM
    60 G hard drive
    CD-RW/DVD drive
    silver keyboard
    Windows XP Home (I can get XP Pro free from my brother, which I'm going to do)
    Large capacity lithium ion battery

    Total price: $1520

    Added the 3 year onsite service plan, for a grand total of $1769.99

    Any thoughts? Thanks!!!
     
    goldilox74, Jun 15, 2006
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  2. Aero

    Aero PC/Mac...Whatever works! NBR Reviewer

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    Looks great to me as your not gaming. SZ is definitely the notebook to go with for portability too so you should be fine.
     
    Aero, Jun 15, 2006
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    hureeup Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have roughly the same sz (1.8ghz cpu) and I use it for law school too. It's been great! I'm taking summer classes now and it lasts through the 3 hour sessions perfectly (this is with the standard battery with other stuff disabled). I'm sure with the extended battery it'll last even longer.
     
    hureeup, Jun 15, 2006
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    innovazndrummer Notebook Enthusiast

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    imo, i would get 1gb of ram if possible (whether or not you get it thru sony is up to you). nowadays, 512mb often isn't enough even for "normal" applications
     
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  5. Aero

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    Im pretty sure for Law you wouldnt require any intensive application. Though yes good point 1GB RAM would guarantee you Windows Vista running.
     
    Aero, Jun 15, 2006
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