I ALWAYS use my GX660R whilst plugged in at the mains, is there any point in me using the battery whilst doing so? Over long periods of use would the combo of mains + batttery always plugged in deplete the batteries life if for any instance I couldn't find mains to use?
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Replacing the HDD will not void your warranty as long as the replacement or it's method fitting does not damage the laptop.
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I've got some of the 320GB Blacks, and as far as they go for laptop drives they're pretty good. If anything you'd expect the 500GB drives to be better; higher density and all as I can't see them fitting extra platters into a lappy drive!
I use Pakuma Choroka K3i http://www.pakuma.com/products/choroka_k3l.htm
Fits like a glove, is water-resistant and takes a whole load of other crap in it also.
Very well made bag.
Fits like a glove, is water-resistant and takes a whole load of other crap in it also.
Very well made bag.
Well I purchased a ; Targus XL Citygear Messenger Notebook Case - for the simple reason that I needed something to stick the laptop in and quick. It's not a bad bag, its not exactly to the standard that I'm used too though I must say.
I was considering purchasing a Belkin Impulse for no other reason than it looks sturdier than the existing Targus bag which seems to get its rigidity from either the laptop or the 'files, folders, magazines' that you're inclined to stick in the bag along with the laptop, its got 3 compartments the 2 outer and 1 inner compartment is where the laptop resides.
The annoying thing for myself is that I managed to pick up a bargain bag some years ago that I used to haul my previous workhorse of a laptop a Dell 15.4" around in. It only cost something like a tenner and was an absolute steal at that price, made by Belkin who incidentally don't seem to have any record of the case itself. It seems they just purchase 'job lots' of things sometimes and stick their name to them then sell them at a reasonable price. So I've no possibility of finding another bag like that at such a good price, I know, I've asked, emailed and looked.
The closest I've got is a Wenger WA-7653-14 Legacy Triple case 17" black which I must say has all the features of the previous 'Belkin' model. Most notably its sturdy on its own, it doesn't need rigidity provided by what its carrying. It has the facility which has always been important to me to be able to insert the laptop inside, then you unzip it to reveal the 'workstation', you can then have it on your knee safe in the knowledge that its not going to flop down on you, you can use the laptop and its well cocooned and protected. I also liked the little Velcro strap inside which held the laptop tight, but also the Velcro separator which permits you to carry the power adaptor without it impacting upon the laptop ie: scratching it at all. That said its waterproof like no other, but also its heavy so if you're likely to be travelling far, it may not be the most ideal bag without the aid of a trolley, of which the original Belkin allowed. The Wenger doesn't have a back view so its impossible to say whether it's includes.
I have to say however, that Choroka K1 looks like a nice bag, no 'top handle' however, which would bug me. That said its especially roomy. However, in this day and age I would be more likely to go for a backpack if I was expected to carry it around say between buildings, I would ensure it was waterproof - there seems some question as to the Choroka's ability on that score. I would use a backpack for security, afterall its impossible for someone to 'grab' it off you when you've got both arms through the hoops, handy if you ride a bike, or to load carry when walking keeping your hands free. An altogether much better option in my informed opinion something like a Wenger or Swissgear.
HTH
I was considering purchasing a Belkin Impulse for no other reason than it looks sturdier than the existing Targus bag which seems to get its rigidity from either the laptop or the 'files, folders, magazines' that you're inclined to stick in the bag along with the laptop, its got 3 compartments the 2 outer and 1 inner compartment is where the laptop resides.
The annoying thing for myself is that I managed to pick up a bargain bag some years ago that I used to haul my previous workhorse of a laptop a Dell 15.4" around in. It only cost something like a tenner and was an absolute steal at that price, made by Belkin who incidentally don't seem to have any record of the case itself. It seems they just purchase 'job lots' of things sometimes and stick their name to them then sell them at a reasonable price. So I've no possibility of finding another bag like that at such a good price, I know, I've asked, emailed and looked.
The closest I've got is a Wenger WA-7653-14 Legacy Triple case 17" black which I must say has all the features of the previous 'Belkin' model. Most notably its sturdy on its own, it doesn't need rigidity provided by what its carrying. It has the facility which has always been important to me to be able to insert the laptop inside, then you unzip it to reveal the 'workstation', you can then have it on your knee safe in the knowledge that its not going to flop down on you, you can use the laptop and its well cocooned and protected. I also liked the little Velcro strap inside which held the laptop tight, but also the Velcro separator which permits you to carry the power adaptor without it impacting upon the laptop ie: scratching it at all. That said its waterproof like no other, but also its heavy so if you're likely to be travelling far, it may not be the most ideal bag without the aid of a trolley, of which the original Belkin allowed. The Wenger doesn't have a back view so its impossible to say whether it's includes.
I have to say however, that Choroka K1 looks like a nice bag, no 'top handle' however, which would bug me. That said its especially roomy. However, in this day and age I would be more likely to go for a backpack if I was expected to carry it around say between buildings, I would ensure it was waterproof - there seems some question as to the Choroka's ability on that score. I would use a backpack for security, afterall its impossible for someone to 'grab' it off you when you've got both arms through the hoops, handy if you ride a bike, or to load carry when walking keeping your hands free. An altogether much better option in my informed opinion something like a Wenger or Swissgear.
HTH
In that case I stand corrected; Thank you. In that case, if I were seeking another bag to haul my laptop around in, I would seriously consider your option too.
Dont use WD Scorpio BLack 500 GB. Its noisy..
Umm I guess. I say theres no noise reduction on this laptop
Oh dear, was going to order one within the next week, lol any decent alternatives?
What you're looking for at least it is on my GX660r, is the group of 4 inputs\outputs on the Bottom Right edge of the laptop.
HTH
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If you look at your screen shot it actually shows you the spdif out, its the green conector, I have cut/pasted from the manual below.
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No problem, its pretty common on laptops.