Inspiron 9300 thread

Ordered my 9300 yesterday night. Should be here in just over a week....cant wait!!!

Specs:
2.0 ghz pentium M
256 meg 6800 go
1gb ddr2 533
60gig 7200 rpm HD
a/b/g wireless..
and i got it all for 1897 after a $750 off coupon....

me = w00t
 
Terr0r said:
i got a question. If im ordering a 9300 and i want built in bluetooth reciever, i.e. i dont need anything to use a mx900 with my laptop, what equipment do i need to add to my order? or is it automatically in the 9300

thanks
Click to expand...

dont add it to your order. buy it from parts for $13 instead.

If you add it during build, they want 40. What a rip!
 
onetrueday said:
dont add it to your order. buy it from parts for $13 instead.

If you add it during build, they want 40. What a rip!
Click to expand...

Yeah that, or just call and ask for a free one :cool:
 
BTW, just to add to this thread. There is an error in CPU-Z which has the FSB wrong under the memory tab. Everything is running normal. This is why some proggies are better not used to determine everything as far as how they are running...
 
operaman said:
BTW, just to add to this thread. There is an error in CPU-Z which has the FSB wrong under the memory tab. Everything is running normal. This is why some proggies are better not used to determine everything as far as how they are running...
Click to expand...
I noticed that, too. I was wondering why CPU-Z shows 200MHz (DDR2-400MHz) and all other programs I tried show 266MHz (DDR2-533MHz).

-----
GLSauron: i'm not going to make a separate thread. Everyone knows what a 9300 looks like by now. :p
 
pxc said:
... all other programs I tried show 266MHz (DDR2-533MHz) ...
Click to expand...
can anyone tell me a program that will show the ram properly? Everywhere i look its either 200mhz or is vague, saying my ram is capable of running @266mhz but doesn't tell me the speed it IS running at. I tried everest, and that thing just seems to show what the ram's hardware specs are, not what they are running at. Thanks.
 
The_Engineer said:
can anyone tell me a program that will show the ram properly? Everywhere i look its either 200mhz or is vague, saying my ram is capable of running @266mhz but doesn't tell me the speed it IS running at. I tried everest, and that thing just seems to show what the ram's hardware specs are, not what they are running at. Thanks.
Click to expand...

Try the bios
 
The_Engineer said:
can anyone tell me a program that will show the ram properly?
Click to expand...
Boot from the memtest86+ 1.55 CD and you'll also see the correct memory speed.
 
lopoetve said:
Try the bios
Click to expand...
Well, it says 533 but doesnt really specify anything. Thats dell tho too, so who knows, they might be lying :p

pxc said:
Boot from the memtest86+ 1.55 CD and you'll also see the correct memory speed.
Click to expand...
Thanks. i'll dl and burn that.
 
2.0
1G
good screen
abg
bluetooth (installed)
60 x 7200
good card
dvd*8
xp pro

$2250 w/ $750 off $1999 coupon

Compared w/ the 2 year old unclocked 2.5 in the .sig should be rocking... desktop replacement me thinks...

Spending that kind of $, can I get something better in the other computer line (XPS GEN 2)?

Or is this a pretty sweet price-point right now...

PinataUT
 
Same basic set-up but with
6800 go ultra

$2693

Sorry to be noob, but what's going to be the difference?

Thanks

PinataUT
 
PinataUT said:
... 6800 go ultra ...
Click to expand...
Ultra, thats the biggest difference. After that, its the gigabit networking, and the different looks, as well as External LED's. From there, i don't know that there is much else different. I love my 9300 and wouldn't spend the extra bucks for the XPS2, personally. Check out notebookforums.com for some good info too
 
Ok, besides the vidcard memory speed.

Anything else for the difference?

I'm reading up as fast as I can...

EDIT: ok thanks. I can't quite see spending the difference for the ultra given the amount of time I'm gaming these days (read: less). Bang/buck seems a little out of whack for my needs / uses / budget.

(the reason I'm moving quickly is a) coupons and b) wife saying, "Well why don't you get one" when I said I need a laptop.
 
Also, while the 2.0ghz is great, its quite honestly a bit overkill imo. Mine runs at 1.60ghz with the 533FSB and is plenty fast to play all the latest games and programs. This thing really does bench close if not better than the 2.8GHZ P4's that are NOT the M's. The only downside is no HT but then again, the 2.0 doesn't have it either. If you want my advice, unless you're in need of some seriously hardcore processing power, save your money and stick with a lower chip speed as well.
 
I can crush this down under 1700 by dropping processor down and the display down. Hrm.
 
Unless you'll be using it outdoors, i recomend going with the wuxga screen. It is bueatiful. Though, some are having lots of problems, so dpending on price difference, and what you consider risking with issues etc... Either screen will probably be fine.
 
I agree on the CPU, the 1.6 kicks butt.
Order with 256 Ram, hit up newegg and get a 1GB stick for $123
You can also get the DVD +/- burner from newegg for $109 (nec 6500a)

Most (maybe all) of the 60gb hard drive's make a loud "click", i went through 3 of them and then requested a different brand, got an 80Gig 5400 RPM drive to replace it :D

For the display, the WUXGA is AMAZING!!!! Pictures don't do it justice.
 
Spudsdude said:
...
Most (maybe all) of the 60gb hard drive's make a loud "click", i went through 3 of them and then requested a different brand, got an 80Gig 5400 RPM drive to replace it :D ...
Click to expand...
Mine doesn't click loudly. even if it did i'd rather have the speed than worry bout a lil noise :eek:
 
Spudsdude said:
I agree on the CPU, the 1.6 kicks butt.
Order with 256 Ram, hit up newegg and get a 1GB stick for $123
You can also get the DVD +/- burner from newegg for $109 (nec 6500a)

Most (maybe all) of the 60gb hard drive's make a loud "click", i went through 3 of them and then requested a different brand, got an 80Gig 5400 RPM drive to replace it :D

For the display, the WUXGA is AMAZING!!!! Pictures don't do it justice.
Click to expand...

there's some software out there that is made to adjust the acoustic of your HD ;)
 
Just got mine today
1.6 ghz p-m
256 mb ddr2 (just bought a gig)
dvd rom
64 mb radeon x300se
17" XGA+
40 gig 5400 HD
wireless 2200 card
quicksnap cover charcoal
don't know what else to list

anyway I got the above for $570 on dell/outlet. Plan on adding a dvd burner memory and doing the socket mod with a 1.7 ghz P-M to 2.26 ghz

Oh and a quick question does any1 know if a similiar mod could be done on the 6xx series p4 to go from 3 ghz to ghz ie 400 fsb to 533 fsb
 
Socrilles17 said:
Just got mine today
1.6 ghz p-m
256 mb ddr2 (just bought a gig)
dvd rom
64 mb radeon x300se
17" XGA+
40 gig 5400 HD
wireless 2200 card
quicksnap cover charcoal
don't know what else to list

anyway I got the above for $570 on dell/outlet. Plan on adding a dvd burner memory and doing the socket mod with a 1.7 ghz P-M to 2.26 ghz

Oh and a quick question does any1 know if a similiar mod could be done on the 6xx series p4 to go from 3 ghz to ghz ie 400 fsb to 533 fsb
Click to expand...

link to mod please
 
there is also a thread over at notebookforum.com on this for the 9300 it is true you have to buy a new dothan, but you can probably sell your old one, so for around $50 upgrade to a 2.13 to 2.26 ghz processor not bad in my opinion
 
DivideByZero said:
NewEgg has Transcend 1GB 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM DDR2 533 (PC2 4200) Notebook Memory - Retail for $119.99 each (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...N82E16820208024). Does anyone know if it's any good?

If I add 1GB and take out one of the two 256 sticks (I have 512 - 2 x 256), will it still run dual channel?
Click to expand...

Yea u lose dual channel, but who cares, u lose maybe 3% from it, not like u will notice it anyway, Im doing the same, my ram will be here the 11th, as with the nec dvd -burner. to replace my current dvd/cdrw drive.

Its good cheap ram, buy it up.......
 
hey username what are u doing with your cdrw/dvd drive? I would not mind making your dvd burner purchase a little cheaper :)
 
DivideByZero said:
NewEgg has Transcend 1GB 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM DDR2 533 (PC2 4200) Notebook Memory - Retail for $119.99 each (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...N82E16820208024). Does anyone know if it's any good?

If I add 1GB and take out one of the two 256 sticks (I have 512 - 2 x 256), will it still run dual channel?
Click to expand...

your link is broken:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820208024


thats what im using in mine except i paid a $165.88 for it only about 2 weeks ago :mad:

It works great. God! 119! i might get another now Fuck im pissed.
 
Socrilles17 said:
hey username what are u doing with your cdrw/dvd drive? I would not mind making your dvd burner purchase a little cheaper :)
Click to expand...


hey hit me up come wensday, i will make ya a great deal on it.

Ive noticed that ram dropping in price. i jumped at $119.Two days before that it was like $121.

great deal, cant wait for it to arrive wensday,
 
Went with a loaded XPS 2
750 coupon + 75 big bucks ($59.50 net - last minute duel on EBAY to get the darned thing)...

Is it here yet? Is it here yet?

"Get the good one so you'll like it and use it more." :D
 
I'm looking to upgrade the memory in my 9300 from 512MB (2 x 256) to at least a gig. I was thinking of buying a 1GB stick and replacing one of the 256s with it.

Two questions:
1 - Is there that much of a performance difference betwen 1.2GB RAM and 2GB RAM?
2 - By mixing the sticks with two different amounts, will there be much of a performance hit by not running dual channel?

Thanks.
 
DivideByZero said:
I'm looking to upgrade the memory in my 9300 from 512MB (2 x 256) to at least a gig. I was thinking of buying a 1GB stick and replacing one of the 256s with it.

Two questions:
1 - Is there that much of a performance difference betwen 1.2GB RAM and 2GB RAM?
2 - By mixing the sticks with two different amounts, will there be much of a performance hit by not running dual channel?

Thanks.
Click to expand...

1. only in very high memory usage applications like huge photoshop files etc, then, yes, anything that makes your pagefile usage less = better.
2. It took alot of convincing for me to believe this, but there is only a marginal 3% +/- difference in speed with Adding dual channel on the Pentium M's as bandwith is not currently a factor at an already 533 FSB.
 
The_Engineer said:
2. It took alot of convincing for me to believe this, but there is only a marginal 3% +/- difference in speed with Adding dual channel on the Pentium M's as bandwith is not currently a factor at an already 533 FSB.
Click to expand...
Unless you are using onboard video, dual channel is just a gimmick on the P-M.

Question: Can you use the DVI or DB-15 as a secondary monitor output? I tried on my sisters HP and the DB-15 can be mirrored, but couldn't find a way to enable the output as a second screen...

edit: nevermind. played with it a bit more. But it wont let me set the same desktop background with the secondary display enabled :(
edit2: lol. I deleted the source background, i think. Lets try putting those files *back* on the lappy and see if it'll do it...
 
Just got my 9300 today and I'm loving it so far. Where do you change the brightness of the screen? It's a little dark at the moment, and I can't seem to find the settings. Any help?
 
LoveTheBass said:
Just got my 9300 today and I'm loving it so far. Where do you change the brightness of the screen? It's a little dark at the moment, and I can't seem to find the settings. Any help?
Click to expand...

Hold down the FN key and use the up and down arrows, should be apparent once you look at it :)
 
GLSauron said:
Unless you are using onboard video, dual channel is just a gimmick on the P-M. ...
Click to expand...

Onboard video as opposed to... External video on a laptop? Maybe i don't get what you're trying to say there.

Edit: are you referring to the new desktop motherboards that work with pentium-M chips?

Glad you got the video problems figured out. Dual displays is fun. Especially when they are running at 1900x1200 and 1600x1200x85hz :D
 
UltimaParadox said:
Hold down the FN key and use the up and down arrows, should be apparent once you look at it :)
Click to expand...

Thanks Ultima. I'm laughing at myself right now for not noticing. Laptop looks a lot better now though.
 
The_Engineer said:
Onboard video as opposed to... External video on a laptop? Maybe i don't get what you're trying to say there.
Edit: are you referring to the new desktop motherboards that work with pentium-M chips?
Glad you got the video problems figured out. Dual displays is fun. Especially when they are running at 1900x1200 and 1600x1200x85hz :D
Click to expand...
onoard = using shared memory for video ram. On single channel the video uses some of the bandiwdth going to the CPU, but on a dual channel you have half your bandwidth being unusable by the CPU. does that make sense?

And it'd be 1920x1200 and 1600x1200 (2000FP, but may have to sell to get a good laptop, would end up with a 2001FP or a 2005FP, or possibly a 2405FP (!) later on).
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top