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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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      102,494
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      730,155
      Latest: Help Me Decide win32asmguy, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:20 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.
      Discussions:
      34,667
      Messages:
      383,338
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades

      Sub-Forums

      1. Solid State Drives (SSDs) and Flash Storage

      Latest: [HowTo] SO-DIMMs Extreme: Boost 1600 to 2133 and beyond / JEDEC & XMP Deks, Feb 28, 2015 at 9:55 AM
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    3. Accessories

      Mice, backpacks and other external peripherals forum.
      Discussions:
      13,292
      Messages:
      116,367
      Latest: Best Laptop Dock w/o Breaking the Bank tijo, Feb 27, 2015 at 11:22 PM
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    4. Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)

      Talk about games and mobile graphics cards here.
      Discussions:
      30,009
      Messages:
      559,740
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)

      Sub-Forums

      1. e-GPU (External Graphics) Discussion

      Latest: Would you choose a gaming notebook over a desktop? HTWingNut, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:09 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:
      32,175
      Messages:
      341,004
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Windows OS and Software

      Sub-Forums

      1. Security and Anti-Virus Software

      2. Microsoft Windows XP and Vista

      Latest: Show off your Windows Desktop 1van, Feb 27, 2015 at 10:04 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.
      Discussions:
      4,269
      Messages:
      51,017
      Latest: what os should I pick? octiceps, Feb 27, 2015 at 10:07 PM
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    7. Networking and Wireless

      Questions and discussions about networking, routers, broadband service, or wireless connectivity go here.
      Discussions:
      10,069
      Messages:
      73,291
      Latest: 3 routers (TomatoUSB) - Set up wireless access points and NAS? hanime, Feb 28, 2015 at 3:24 AM
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    8. Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds

      Discuss paint jobs, stickers, aftermarket cosmetic changes, and custom notebook builds here
      Discussions:
      1,281
      Messages:
      21,558
      Latest: Lenovo Y50 Cooling mod - 10c Jetdel, Feb 28, 2015 at 12:35 AM
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    9. Desktop Hardware

      A forum to discuss desktop computers and desktop hardware.
      Discussions:
      6
      Messages:
      37
      Latest: AMD 3XX Series Cards Dhokahai1, Feb 23, 2015 at 1:15 AM
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    10. Smartphones

      A forum to discuss smartphones and other mobile devices.
      Discussions:
      7
      Messages:
      14,158
      Latest: All Things iOS - Apps, iPhones, iPods, iPads - Discussion Tinderbox (UK), Feb 26, 2015 at 1:23 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:
      102,182
      Latest: HTC Desire Eye Review: A Machine for Selfies Mitlov, Feb 27, 2015 at 2:27 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:
      9,141
      Messages:
      50,719
      Latest: Found Cheap C2D T9800'S $25 Qing Dao, Feb 27, 2015 at 6:51 PM
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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
      Messages:
      5,294
      Latest: [Request] Is Caring for a Gaming Notebook Different from Caring for a Regular Notebook? Algus, Feb 27, 2015 at 11:17 PM
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  3. Notebook Manufacturers

    1. Acer

      Discuss the Aspire, Ferrari and TravelMate line of notebooks from Acer here.
      Discussions:
      27,695
      Messages:
      299,802
      Sub-Forums: 3

      Acer

      Sub-Forums

      1. Packard Bell

      2. Gateway and eMachines

        1. eMachines

      Latest: New Acer Aspire V Nitro series kalle101, Feb 28, 2015 at 7:59 AM
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    2. Alienware

      Alienware is the world's largest boutique brand, offering high-performance systems for gamers and enthusiasts.
      Discussions:
      48,793
      Messages:
      953,779
      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: NVIDIA GeForce 345.20 WHQL Game Ready Driver TomJGX, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:38 AM
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    3. Apple and Mac OS X

      MacBook and Mac OS X questions and discussion
      Discussions:
      15,601
      Messages:
      190,100
      Latest: Some questions -- music production/gaming/Windows compatibility mmoy1, Feb 27, 2015 at 6:41 AM
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    4. Asus

      Asus produces stylish, powerful and solidly built Notebooks.
      Discussions:
      36,367
      Messages:
      582,700
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Asus

      Sub-Forums

      1. ASUS Reviews and Owners' Lounges

      2. ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum

      Latest: UX303 Broadwell - upgrade SSD + RAM AlexMcIver, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:13 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:
      64,580
      Messages:
      829,074
      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 XPS 13 2015 Broadwell Infinity Display Owners Thread nash35, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:34 AM
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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:
      14,351
      Latest: ***Gigabyte P35X v3 owner's lounge*** arpas, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:29 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:
      32,671
      Messages:
      492,412
      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: HP Spectre 13T-3000 mikeynavy1, Feb 27, 2015 at 9:27 PM
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    10. Lenovo

      Discuss Lenovo notebooks and Thinkpads as well as legacy IBM ThinkPads.
      Discussions:
      34,447
      Messages:
      430,092
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Lenovo

      Sub-Forums

      1. IdeaPad & Essential

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

      Latest: Setting the right boot order t440s Raftina, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:09 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.
      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:
      130,965
      Latest: Please help me about MSI GE60 PORAMET SAENKLANG, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:25 AM
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    13. Panasonic

      Discuss the rugged ToughBook notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      8,540
      Messages:
      97,188
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Panasonic

      Sub-Forums

      1. ToughBook Buy Sell and Trade Forum

      Latest: New CF-19 MK4 toughasnails, Feb 28, 2015 at 9:04 AM
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    14. Razer

      This subforum is for discussion of Razer notebooks, including the Blade and Blade Pro.
      Discussions:
      625
      Messages:
      17,804
      Latest: My Razer Blade (2014) just died on me... .PoNeH, Feb 28, 2015 at 9:56 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.
      Discussions:
      20,653
      Messages:
      437,519
      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, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:37 AM
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    16. Samsung

      Discuss the stylish and innovative Samsung notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      3,484
      Messages:
      83,779
      Latest: 2013 Series 7 chronos / Ativ Book 8 15" owner's lounge (NP770Z5E / NP780Z5E / NP870Z5E / NP880Z5E) John Ratsey, Feb 28, 2015 at 6:21 AM
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    17. Sony

      Sony VAIO laptop questions and comments go here.
      Discussions:
      25,796
      Messages:
      363,397
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Sony

      Sub-Forums

      1. Sony Owners' Lounge Forum

      Latest: Sony Vaio Pro 13 Ridiculous fan noise./ Broke anytimer, Feb 28, 2015 at 9:50 AM
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    18. Toshiba

      Post questions and comments regarding Toshiba Satellite, Tecra and Portege notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      8,078
      Messages:
      55,036
      Latest: Z30 USB ports...3.0 or not? mkco, Feb 23, 2015 at 9:52 AM
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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: Advanced Search Meaker, Feb 27, 2015 at 9:40 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
      Discussions:
      17,807
      Messages:
      696,138
      Sub-Forums: 3

      Off Topic

      Sub-Forums

      1. Motorized Vehicles

      2. Games, Home Theater, TV, and Movies

      3. Programming and Homework Questions

      Latest: The random picture thread baii, Feb 28, 2015 at 10:22 AM
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    4. Image Gallery

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

  5. Other Devices