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NotebookReview

  1. Hardware, Software and Accessories

    1. What Notebook Should I Buy?

      Not sure which laptop you should buy? It's a tough decision, so post questions and get help from our expert forum members!
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      Latest: Dell XPS 13(Non touch) OR HP Spectre x360??? Mayukh, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:34 AM
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    2. Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades

      Discuss Processors, RAM, Hard Drives and other basic notebook components here. Includes upgrade questions.
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      Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades

      Sub-Forums

      1. Solid State Drives (SSDs) and Flash Storage

      Latest: Quick RAM test (5 min or less) D2 Ultima, Mar 4, 2015 at 8:44 AM
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    3. Accessories

      Mice, backpacks and other external peripherals forum.
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      13,292
      Messages:
      116,385
      Latest: Should I pick x360 or xbox one controller? Datamonger, Mar 3, 2015 at 2:54 AM
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    4. Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)

      Talk about games and mobile graphics cards here.
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      30,017
      Messages:
      560,156
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)

      Sub-Forums

      1. e-GPU (External Graphics) Discussion

      Latest: GTX 980M Overclocking Cakefish, Mar 4, 2015 at 10:41 AM
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    5. Windows OS and Software

      Software and OS discussion for Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8. Mac OS software questions go here.
      Discussions:
      32,180
      Messages:
      341,033
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Windows OS and Software

      Sub-Forums

      1. Security and Anti-Virus Software

      2. Microsoft Windows XP and Vista

      Latest: flash vs html5 which uses less battery power? Tinderbox (UK), Mar 4, 2015 at 11:26 AM
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    6. Linux Compatibility and Software

      OS and software discussion for Linux/BSD. Also open for general Linux installation, software and support questions.
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      4,269
      Messages:
      51,022
      Latest: Which version of Linux are you using? turqoisegirl08, Mar 1, 2015 at 10:30 AM
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    7. Networking and Wireless

      Questions and discussions about networking, routers, broadband service, or wireless connectivity go here.
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      10,071
      Messages:
      73,309
      Latest: Network driver gone with Killer Network Manager... JCT90, Mar 3, 2015 at 7:32 PM
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    8. Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds

      Discuss paint jobs, stickers, aftermarket cosmetic changes, and custom notebook builds here
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      1,282
      Messages:
      21,576
      Latest: Dell Latitude 3540 Cooling Mod Kirrr, Mar 4, 2015 at 2:25 AM
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    9. Desktop Hardware

      A forum to discuss desktop computers and desktop hardware.
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      7
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      51
      Latest: AMD 3XX Series Cards DataShell, Mar 3, 2015 at 1:54 PM
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    10. Smartphones

      A forum to discuss smartphones and other mobile devices.
      Discussions:
      8
      Messages:
      14,199
      Latest: All Things Android - Apps, Phones, Tablets - Discussion radji, Mar 4, 2015 at 2:28 AM
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  2. Notebook News, Reviews and Deals

    1. Notebook News and Reviews

      Post any Notebook related news or full reviews to this forum.
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      Messages:
      102,193
      Latest: Huawei Watch Hands-on Preview Dragan Petric, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:14 AM
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    2. Notebook and Tech Bargains

      Check out this category for the latest rebates, coupons and sales for Notebooks and other tech related products!
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      9,142
      Messages:
      50,720
      Latest: A cheap gaming Medion taoora, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:42 AM
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    3. Notebook Dummy Guide Articles

      Straight forward dummy guide articles for all things laptop computer related.
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      5,303
      Latest: [Guide] How to integrate video BIOS file into the motheboard's system BIOS based on Phoenix OR how to get romless video card work faizca, Mar 4, 2015 at 10:39 AM
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  3. Notebook Manufacturers

    1. Acer

      Discuss the Aspire, Ferrari and TravelMate line of notebooks from Acer here.
      Discussions:
      27,697
      Messages:
      299,836
      Sub-Forums: 3

      Acer

      Sub-Forums

      1. Packard Bell

      2. Gateway and eMachines

        1. eMachines

      Latest: Acer MXM BIOS Mods and discussion (was: x920G vs. 9600M GT) eTriix, Mar 4, 2015 at 9:47 AM
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    2. Alienware

      Alienware is the world's largest boutique brand, offering high-performance systems for gamers and enthusiasts.
      Discussions:
      48,837
      Messages:
      954,519
      Sub-Forums: 8

      Alienware

      Sub-Forums

      1. Alienware M11x

      2. 2015 Alienware 13 / 15 / 17

      3. Alienware 14 and M14x

      4. Alienware M15x

      5. Alienware 17 and M17x

      6. Alienware 18 and M18x

      7. Alienware Area-51/Aurora and Legacy Systems

      8. Alienware Desktops

      Latest: *OFFICIAL* Alienware 17 R2 Benchmark Thread Firebat246, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:35 AM
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    3. Apple and Mac OS X

      MacBook and Mac OS X questions and discussion
      Discussions:
      15,601
      Messages:
      190,113
      Latest: Give me one reason why should I go for an MBP 15 retina mmoy1, Mar 4, 2015 at 9:31 AM
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    4. Asus

      Asus produces stylish, powerful and solidly built Notebooks.
      Discussions:
      36,370
      Messages:
      582,794
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Asus

      Sub-Forums

      1. ASUS Reviews and Owners' Lounges

      2. ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum

      Latest: ASUS Zenbook UX303 (Nvidia GT 840M) rilapwn, Mar 4, 2015 at 6:07 AM
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    5. Compal

      The world's 2nd largest laptop maker, Compal has designed and built laptops for all of the major brands as well as custom builders for over 22 years.
      Discussions:
      2,342
      Messages:
      28,964
      Latest: How to: Replace your broken (8600M GT) graphics card (in the [I]FL90) Dr.Colossos, Jan 22, 2015
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    6. Dell

      Dell Inspiron and Studio, Dell Latitude, Vostro, Precision and Dell XPS notebook questions and discussion here. Click Here to see the latest deals and coupons on Dell laptops.
      Discussions:
      64,595
      Messages:
      829,360
      Sub-Forums: 4

      Dell

      Sub-Forums

      1. Dell XPS and Studio XPS

      2. Dell Inspiron and Dell Studio

      3. Dell Latitude, Vostro, and Precision

      4. Dell Shipping Order Status and Customer Service Is

      Latest: XPS 13 - One of the worst touchpads ever namja, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:34 AM
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    7. Fujitsu

      Discuss Fujitsu LifeBook, Stylistic and Amilo notebooks here.
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      2,836
      Messages:
      18,474
      Latest: New Fujitsu Laptops rfielder, Mar 3, 2015 at 12:35 PM
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    8. Gigabyte

      From tablets to gaming to desktop replacements, Gigabyte has leapt into the mobile market with both feet.
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      172
      Messages:
      14,403
      Latest: I will not be recommending HIDEvolution from now on LVNeptune, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:19 AM
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    9. HP & Compaq

      HP offers an array of notebooks to consumers under the G-series, Pavilion, and ENVY lines and business notebooks under ProBook/EliteBook
      Discussions:
      32,673
      Messages:
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      Sub-Forums: 5

      HP & Compaq

      Sub-Forums

      1. HP Business Class Notebooks

      2. HP Pavilion Notebooks

      3. HP Envy & HDX

      4. HP Compaq Presario, G-series and Mini Notebooks

      5. HP Drivers and Software Forum

      Latest: FYI: Samsung 840 & 840 EVO - Significant Slow Read Issues OldMajorDave, Mar 4, 2015 at 8:40 AM
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    10. Lenovo

      Discuss Lenovo notebooks and Thinkpads as well as legacy IBM ThinkPads.
      Discussions:
      34,456
      Messages:
      430,226
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Lenovo

      Sub-Forums

      1. IdeaPad & Essential

      2. ThinkPad Edge, X1, X100e/X120e, & SL/L

      Latest: ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen.) Broadwell J - thinkpad x1 carbon, Mar 4, 2015 at 10:54 AM
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    11. LG

      LG produces high quality notebooks offering a great screen, battery life, and weight combination. Ask questions and discuss your LG notebook here.
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      1,403
      Messages:
      10,799
      Latest: Help!!! LG Ultra PC 13Z940 Availability in US? Joeminati, Jan 26, 2015
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    12. MSI

      Micro-Star International sells cool computers the world over, My Style Inside!
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      4,960
      Messages:
      131,225
      Latest: The Official MSI GT60/70 970m/980m Upgrade Thread alabri, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:36 AM
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    13. Panasonic

      Discuss the rugged ToughBook notebooks here.
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      8,547
      Messages:
      97,268
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Panasonic

      Sub-Forums

      1. ToughBook Buy Sell and Trade Forum

      Latest: Have you tried to use your laptop in the shower? CWB32, Mar 4, 2015 at 6:41 AM
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    14. Razer

      This subforum is for discussion of Razer notebooks, including the Blade and Blade Pro.
      Discussions:
      628
      Messages:
      17,882
      Latest: New Razer Blade (2015) .PoNeH, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:36 AM
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    15. Sager and Clevo

      Clevo is perhaps not widely known, but their products are re-branded and sold by many known boutique brands.
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      Messages:
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      Sub-Forums: 2

      Sager and Clevo

      Sub-Forums

      1. Sager/Clevo Reviews & Owners' Lounges

      2. Reseller Feedback Forum

      Latest: **Official Clevo P75xZM "Batman" / Sager NP9752 Owner´s Lounge** Welcome to the Batcave! cavell219, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:36 AM
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    16. Samsung

      Discuss the stylish and innovative Samsung notebooks here.
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      3,485
      Messages:
      83,814
      Latest: Series 7 Ultra NP730U3E / NP740U3E with AMD HD 8570M and optional 4G LTE steveninspokane, Mar 4, 2015 at 10:45 AM
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    17. Sony

      Sony VAIO laptop questions and comments go here.
      Discussions:
      25,798
      Messages:
      363,412
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Sony

      Sub-Forums

      1. Sony Owners' Lounge Forum

      Latest: Official Vaio Pro 13 Owners Lounge (SVP13 2013) AstralWonder, Mar 4, 2015 at 6:41 AM
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    18. Toshiba

      Post questions and comments regarding Toshiba Satellite, Tecra and Portege notebooks here.
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      8,078
      Messages:
      55,039
      Latest: Toshiba P50T-BST2N01 4K laptop UNBOXING mystery905, Mar 3, 2015 at 11:51 PM
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    19. Other Manufacturers

      Forum for boutique gaming rig manufacturers and smaller notebook vendors.
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      4,074
      Messages:
      40,535
      Sub-Forums: 15

      Other Manufacturers

      Sub-Forums

      1. Averatec

      2. BenQ

      3. Chromebooks

      4. CyberPower

      5. Hannspree

      6. iBUYPOWER

      7. Maingear

      9. Novatech

      10. OCZ

      11. Portable One

      12. Rizeon

      13. Sharp

      14. Vizio

      15. Zepto

      Latest: The Hannspree HannsBook SN12E2 Thread! motox22a, Feb 14, 2015
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  4. General

    1. Site Suggestions, Announcements and Guidelines

      Please post any site suggestion, site errors or help using forums questions here.
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      Latest: XenForo upgrade - Post bugs and other issues here IT_Architect, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:09 AM
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    2. NBR Marketplace

      Buy, sell or trade notebooks or notebook accessories. Keep it legal.

    3. Off Topic

      Discussion unrelated to notebooks
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      Messages:
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      Sub-Forums: 3

      Off Topic

      Sub-Forums

      1. Motorized Vehicles

      2. Games, Home Theater, TV, and Movies

      3. Programming and Homework Questions

      Latest: Post Your Last Purchase Talon, Mar 4, 2015 at 10:53 AM
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    4. Image Gallery

      Upload pictures of your notebook setup, screenshots or desktop wallpaper here

  5. Other Devices