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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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      102,515
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      Latest: Laptop for Computer Science Major and Gaming Dan Kim, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:08 PM
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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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      34,673
      Messages:
      383,418
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades

      Sub-Forums

      1. Solid State Drives (SSDs) and Flash Storage

      Latest: Quick RAM test (5 min or less) Charles P. Jefferies, Mar 2, 2015 at 10:45 PM
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    3. Accessories

      Mice, backpacks and other external peripherals forum.
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      13,292
      Messages:
      116,382
      Latest: Snake Oil? Sony launches £100 microSD card in Japan for Audiophiles octiceps, Mar 2, 2015 at 8:06 PM
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    4. Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)

      Talk about games and mobile graphics cards here.
      Discussions:
      30,013
      Messages:
      560,036
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)

      Sub-Forums

      1. e-GPU (External Graphics) Discussion

      Latest: NBR Mumble Interest? Zymphad, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:27 PM
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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:
      32,178
      Messages:
      341,024
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Windows OS and Software

      Sub-Forums

      1. Security and Anti-Virus Software

      2. Microsoft Windows XP and Vista

      Latest: Forget Windows 10, Windows 365 on the way! TANWare, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:26 PM
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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.
      Discussions:
      10,071
      Messages:
      73,306
      Latest: Network driver gone with Killer Network Manager... JCT90, Mar 2, 2015 at 9:26 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:
      21,570
      Latest: Lenovo Y50 Cooling mod - 10c iceman200410521, Mar 2, 2015 at 7:35 PM
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    9. Desktop Hardware

      A forum to discuss desktop computers and desktop hardware.
      Discussions:
      6
      Messages:
      40
      Latest: Steam Box? Datamonger, Mar 2, 2015 at 1:48 AM
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    10. Smartphones

      A forum to discuss smartphones and other mobile devices.
      Discussions:
      8
      Messages:
      14,185
      Latest: All Things Android - Apps, Phones, Tablets - Discussion Syndrome, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:30 PM
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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.
      Discussions:
      5,984
      Messages:
      102,183
      Latest: HP Spectre x360 Review: A Ghost of a Chance Against Apple Datamonger, Mar 2, 2015 at 1:37 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!
      Discussions:
      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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      290
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      5,296
      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 valuxin, Mar 2, 2015 at 3:18 PM
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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:
      299,824
      Sub-Forums: 3

      Acer

      Sub-Forums

      1. Packard Bell

      2. Gateway and eMachines

        1. eMachines

      Latest: Do Gateway and Acer laptops share the same chassis? downloads, Mar 2, 2015 at 4:04 PM
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    2. Alienware

      Alienware is the world's largest boutique brand, offering high-performance systems for gamers and enthusiasts.
      Discussions:
      48,823
      Messages:
      954,252
      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: Max RAM Speed for Alienware 18 Meaker, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:25 PM
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    3. Apple and Mac OS X

      MacBook and Mac OS X questions and discussion
      Discussions:
      15,601
      Messages:
      190,107
      Latest: Dig out those GPU-failed MBPs! saturnotaku, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:53 AM
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    4. Asus

      Asus produces stylish, powerful and solidly built Notebooks.
      Discussions:
      36,370
      Messages:
      582,756
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Asus

      Sub-Forums

      1. ASUS Reviews and Owners' Lounges

      2. ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum

      Latest: G51 SSD BSOD Kevin@GenTechPC, Mar 2, 2015 at 9:54 PM
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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:
      64,591
      Messages:
      829,295
      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: Dell Power Companion superparamagnetic, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:23 PM
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    7. Fujitsu

      Discuss Fujitsu LifeBook, Stylistic and Amilo notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      2,835
      Messages:
      18,473
      Latest: Help needed for E743 HDD replacement KLF, Feb 9, 2015
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    8. Gigabyte

      From tablets to gaming to desktop replacements, Gigabyte has leapt into the mobile market with both feet.
      Discussions:
      172
      Messages:
      14,372
      Latest: Purchasing P35W V3 from GenTechPc. So far not bad, not good, just normal. IKAS V, Mar 2, 2015 at 9:08 PM
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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:
      492,437
      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: [Drivers] HP dv6-2XXX / dv7-3XXX / dv8 / HDX16 / HDX18 (INTEL) smk75, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:25 PM
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    10. Lenovo

      Discuss Lenovo notebooks and Thinkpads as well as legacy IBM ThinkPads.
      Discussions:
      34,452
      Messages:
      430,187
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Lenovo

      Sub-Forums

      1. IdeaPad & Essential

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

      Latest: Lenovo Y50 Owners and Information Thread Plexabit, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:26 PM
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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.
      Discussions:
      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!
      Discussions:
      4,958
      Messages:
      131,122
      Latest: ** MSI GE62 Apache (and Pro) Owner's Lounge** Hutsady@XoticPC, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:05 PM
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    13. Panasonic

      Discuss the rugged ToughBook notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      8,546
      Messages:
      97,252
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Panasonic

      Sub-Forums

      1. ToughBook Buy Sell and Trade Forum

      Latest: CF-74 WiFi card not present in BIOS or Device Manager Capt. Murdock, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:25 PM
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    14. Razer

      This subforum is for discussion of Razer notebooks, including the Blade and Blade Pro.
      Discussions:
      628
      Messages:
      17,838
      Latest: Razer Blade 14 (2014) with New Crucial M500 480GB Not Booting PainGod, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:18 PM
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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.
      Discussions:
      20,660
      Messages:
      438,033
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Sager and Clevo

      Sub-Forums

      1. Sager/Clevo Reviews & Owners' Lounges

      2. Reseller Feedback Forum

      Latest: **Official Clevo P65xSA/SE/SG / Sager NP8650/51/52 Owner´s Lounge** ItsGrant, Mar 2, 2015 at 11:28 PM
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    16. Samsung

      Discuss the stylish and innovative Samsung notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      3,484
      Messages:
      83,806
      Latest: 2013 Series 7 chronos / Ativ Book 8 15" owner's lounge (NP770Z5E / NP780Z5E / NP870Z5E / NP880Z5E) IronHands, Mar 2, 2015 at 8:04 PM
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    17. Sony

      Sony VAIO laptop questions and comments go here.
      Discussions:
      25,798
      Messages:
      363,407
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Sony

      Sub-Forums

      1. Sony Owners' Lounge Forum

      Latest: Official 2012 Sony S Series Owners Thread 66z, Mar 2, 2015 at 10:12 PM
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    18. Toshiba

      Post questions and comments regarding Toshiba Satellite, Tecra and Portege notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      8,078
      Messages:
      55,037
      Latest: Do you like your Toshiba? mystery905, Mar 1, 2015 at 10:10 PM
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    19. Other Manufacturers

      Forum for boutique gaming rig manufacturers and smaller notebook vendors.
      Discussions:
      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 radji, Mar 2, 2015 at 8:54 PM
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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:
      696,223
      Sub-Forums: 3

      Off Topic

      Sub-Forums

      1. Motorized Vehicles

      2. Games, Home Theater, TV, and Movies

      3. Programming and Homework Questions

      Latest: NEW "What is bothering you right now?" Thread. Bonus: Now with 20% more bother! radji, Mar 2, 2015 at 8:30 PM
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    4. Image Gallery

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

  5. Other Devices