I3roknI3ottle
Gawd
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- Jan 19, 2005
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Well I started a new job recently and I'm a subcontractor going around doing network equipment, cable and misc installations. I'm required to carry a laptop just in case I need to configure a router / switch or test if the equipment is functioning properly, ping test, tracert, speed tests, etc..
I really don't want to carry my MBP too some of the jobs sites as they are mostly restaurants and very dirty and sometimes in bad neighborhoods. This is my reasoning for picking up a 150 or less lappy that can hold a charge to some extent and is functioning with windows xp.
Specs I am looking for,
Pentium M 1GHz+
1GB RAM+
40GB+ HDD
PCMCIA Slot
DVD DRIVE / CD BURNER
Wifi
Serial port (this isn't a must have as I do have a USB adapter, just one less thing to carry)
Somewhat functioning battery
AC Adapter
15" or smaller screen size, 12-13 is preferable
Decent looking shape
Thanks!
I really don't want to carry my MBP too some of the jobs sites as they are mostly restaurants and very dirty and sometimes in bad neighborhoods. This is my reasoning for picking up a 150 or less lappy that can hold a charge to some extent and is functioning with windows xp.
Specs I am looking for,
Pentium M 1GHz+
1GB RAM+
40GB+ HDD
PCMCIA Slot
DVD DRIVE / CD BURNER
Wifi
Serial port (this isn't a must have as I do have a USB adapter, just one less thing to carry)
Somewhat functioning battery
AC Adapter
15" or smaller screen size, 12-13 is preferable
Decent looking shape
Thanks!