What users want in the M18x R2

[Alienwhere]

We already have MXM 3.0. That's about as good as it's going to get for mobile GPUs, at least until we get external gaming-level video cards or enclosures that support actual desktop cards.

Internal access for the M18x would be greatly improved if it just used an arrangment more similar to the M17x R3. Pop the bottom cover off that and you have access to everything except the upper memory slots.

I seriously doubt they will make any changes to the chassis that would allow for a different internal arrangement of components, but if Ivy Bridge makes for a new motherboard, maybe it'll cause some changes.

[mharidas]

We already have MXM 3.0. That's about as good as it's going to get for mobile GPUs, at least until we get external gaming-level video cards or enclosures that support actual desktop cards.

The technology has been around ever since PCI-Express went mainstream.

But its never going to happen as long as there is a demand for high end boutique laptops in the market.

Also will never happen as long as main stream gaming capability is in demand on a laptop.

They are selling 174$ desktop chips (6870s) as mobile parts (6970Ms) for 450USD+. Its a huge mark up giving them good profits.

Its all pure business.


Though I find this strategy flawed. They could make more money if they allowed external PSU powered enclosures for desktop cards from all performance ranges right to the very top line cards. More people would buy it and use the technology. And having a standard port for it for all Manufacturers is no complex feat. Can be done right now if they wished.

Again it would go against their business model. Such a concept can extend the life of various laptops and people will be mostly upgrading their video cards rather than chase a new laptop altogether every few years. Which means slow down in new CPU tech adaptation, slow down in over all laptop unit sales.

Just business..it stinks but that's business.

[Anentropik]

I add in the Hardware absolutly need :
4) No ghost keys when using keyboard (Allow 3 simultaneous key pressed)

And I add a green comment on the Aero Bug line to say that it's resolved :YES:

[Anentropik]

Since many on this forum are still experience the bug, i remove the green words DONE with OSD update from the OSD line

[Alienwhere]

Along with all the other keyboard woes that we have already, it'd be nice if they fixed the keyboard and touchpad ring so that they are slightly more recessed and don't make contact with the screen cover glass when the lid is closed.

It sure is annoying getting oil lines on the screen from the right side touchpad trim and the key edges every time you close the screen to transport.


I also want fan settings in the BIOS that don't turn the GPU fan/fans on full blast even at just 70*C temps when gaming. The fans should step up speed only as needed to move air to keep it cool.

[Aikimox]

Along with all the other keyboard woes that we have already, it'd be nice if they fixed the keyboard and touchpad ring so that they are slightly more recessed and don't make contact with the screen cover glass when the lid is closed.

It sure is annoying getting oil lines on the screen from the right side touchpad trim and the key edges every time you close the screen to transport.


I also want fan settings in the BIOS that don't turn the GPU fan/fans on full blast even at just 70*C temps when gaming. The fans should step up speed only as needed to move air to keep it cool.

Stop using the screen cover glass, lol

Seriously, Dell should make an option without that glass, the screen behind it is gorgeous, crisp and anti-glare. After removing it, I'm a happy camper.

[Alienwhere]

I rather like the cover glass, it was part of the reason I went with an Alienware. It's an interesting solution to protecting the screen from people who can't help themselves from stabbing their finger ON the screen to point at something. Haven't had this problem with the M18x yet though, apparently since it looks expensive and I'm ready to grab fingers before they make it to the screen.

Still, it's an extra expense that makes no other sense and just adds cost and weight. A recessed screen with matte/glossy options would be great, and a lot easier to remove with a snap-in bezel like the old style.

But the ALIENWARE logo in the glass looks cool too.

[Aikimox]

Well, one thing I liked about that glass is the ability to use it as a mirror to shave my beard

[Anentropik]

I add :
16) No contact between the screen and the touchpad ring when lid is closed

Is that ok like that ?

[shadowyani]

I add :
16) No contact between the screen and the touchpad ring when lid is closed

Is that ok like that ?

Or gorilla glass or something of that nature.