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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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      102,539
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      730,514
      Latest: Which laptop best fits me, wanting to avoid Macbook Pro ZaZ, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:36 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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      34,677
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      383,459
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades

      Sub-Forums

      1. Solid State Drives (SSDs) and Flash Storage

      Latest: 850 Evo vs BX100 berniebennybernard, Mar 5, 2015 at 2:21 AM
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    3. Accessories

      Mice, backpacks and other external peripherals forum.
      Discussions:
      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.
      Discussions:
      30,017
      Messages:
      560,223
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)

      Sub-Forums

      1. e-GPU (External Graphics) Discussion

      Latest: Battlefield Hardline MrDJ, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:36 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:
      341,040
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Windows OS and Software

      Sub-Forums

      1. Security and Anti-Virus Software

      2. Microsoft Windows XP and Vista

      Latest: UBlock AdBlocker for Chromium, FF and Safari Tinderbox (UK), Mar 5, 2015 at 3:19 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.
      Discussions:
      4,269
      Messages:
      51,023
      Latest: what os should I pick? Jarhead, Mar 4, 2015 at 3:02 PM
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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:
      73,309
      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
      Discussions:
      1,282
      Messages:
      21,582
      Latest: Dell Latitude 3540 Cooling Mod Kirrr, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:45 AM
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    9. Desktop Hardware

      A forum to discuss desktop computers and desktop hardware.
      Discussions:
      8
      Messages:
      58
      Latest: Time for a new video card octiceps, Mar 4, 2015 at 7:46 PM
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    10. Smartphones

      A forum to discuss smartphones and other mobile devices.
      Discussions:
      8
      Messages:
      14,206
      Latest: All Things Android - Apps, Phones, Tablets - Discussion radji, Mar 5, 2015 at 1:36 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.
      Discussions:
      5,984
      Messages:
      102,195
      Latest: HP Spectre x360 Review: A Ghost of a Chance Against Apple cheese528, Mar 5, 2015 at 3:54 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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      5,306
      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 4, 2015 at 5:14 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:
      299,846
      Sub-Forums: 3

      Acer

      Sub-Forums

      1. Packard Bell

      2. Gateway and eMachines

        1. eMachines

      Latest: The Acer TravelMate P645-S (2015 update) is upon us! carolkter, Mar 5, 2015 at 3:35 AM
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    2. Alienware

      Alienware is the world's largest boutique brand, offering high-performance systems for gamers and enthusiasts.
      Discussions:
      48,840
      Messages:
      954,711
      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 Ranger (2013) Owner's Lounge Thread Klk450, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:32 AM
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    3. Apple and Mac OS X

      MacBook and Mac OS X questions and discussion
      Discussions:
      15,601
      Messages:
      190,115
      Latest: Give me one reason why should I go for an MBP 15 retina maverick786us1, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:27 PM
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    4. Asus

      Asus produces stylish, powerful and solidly built Notebooks.
      Discussions:
      36,371
      Messages:
      582,818
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Asus

      Sub-Forums

      1. ASUS Reviews and Owners' Lounges

      2. ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum

      Latest: GTX 560m too hot ngotiendat, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:19 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:
      64,596
      Messages:
      829,388
      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 15 (Haswell) Owner's Lounge adlerhn, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:57 AM
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    7. Fujitsu

      Discuss Fujitsu LifeBook, Stylistic and Amilo notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      2,837
      Messages:
      18,475
      Latest: Do you own a q584, q704, or other waterproof windows device? kneehowguys, Mar 4, 2015 at 2:59 PM
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    8. Gigabyte

      From tablets to gaming to desktop replacements, Gigabyte has leapt into the mobile market with both feet.
      Discussions:
      174
      Messages:
      14,422
      Latest: P34W v3 First look, impressions and tests - a Pretty Little Beast bkvamme, Mar 5, 2015 at 3:03 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:
      32,675
      Messages:
      492,468
      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 Elitebook 800 Series Owners Lounge* Xanxi, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:40 AM
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    10. Lenovo

      Discuss Lenovo notebooks and Thinkpads as well as legacy IBM ThinkPads.
      Discussions:
      34,459
      Messages:
      430,249
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Lenovo

      Sub-Forums

      1. IdeaPad & Essential

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

      Latest: Broadwell ThinkPads might take 16 GB RAM modules ibmthink, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:59 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:
      4,962
      Messages:
      131,283
      Latest: The Official MSI GT60/70 970m/980m Upgrade Thread MatTheCat, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:47 AM
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    13. Panasonic

      Discuss the rugged ToughBook notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      8,548
      Messages:
      97,281
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Panasonic

      Sub-Forums

      1. ToughBook Buy Sell and Trade Forum

      Latest: Driver Issue with Windows 7 / CF30 cold boots ADOR, Mar 5, 2015 at 12:06 AM
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    14. Razer

      This subforum is for discussion of Razer notebooks, including the Blade and Blade Pro.
      Discussions:
      628
      Messages:
      17,927
      Latest: New Razer Blade (2015) thejovit07, Mar 5, 2015 at 3:42 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:
      20,672
      Messages:
      438,581
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Sager and Clevo

      Sub-Forums

      1. Sager/Clevo Reviews & Owners' Lounges

      2. Reseller Feedback Forum

      Latest: Clevo P377SM-A/Sager NP9377 owner's lounge Brent R., Mar 5, 2015 at 5:06 AM
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    16. Samsung

      Discuss the stylish and innovative Samsung notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      3,485
      Messages:
      83,824
      Latest: 2013 Series 7 chronos / Ativ Book 8 15" owner's lounge (NP770Z5E / NP780Z5E / NP870Z5E / NP880Z5E) Ehodagar, Mar 5, 2015 at 4:54 AM
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    17. Sony

      Sony VAIO laptop questions and comments go here.
      Discussions:
      25,798
      Messages:
      363,417
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Sony

      Sub-Forums

      1. Sony Owners' Lounge Forum

      Latest: Official Sony Vaio Fit multi-flip PC Owners' Thread koolxxx, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:19 PM
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    18. Toshiba

      Post questions and comments regarding Toshiba Satellite, Tecra and Portege notebooks here.
      Discussions:
      8,078
      Messages:
      55,040
      Latest: InsydeH20 BIOS Modding ZONE Thoyito, Mar 4, 2015 at 11:32 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: Want your username changed? Request here Charles P. Jefferies, Mar 4, 2015 at 8:05 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:
      696,287
      Sub-Forums: 3

      Off Topic

      Sub-Forums

      1. Motorized Vehicles

      2. Games, Home Theater, TV, and Movies

      3. Programming and Homework Questions

      Latest: Alternative Randomness - The Neu-Clique™ Tinderbox (UK), Mar 5, 2015 at 4:38 AM
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    4. Image Gallery

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

  5. Other Devices