Laptop computer for coin tracking?
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This is borderline OT but it is coin related...
I'm looking for a small laptop. One that is not going to cost me an arm and a leg. One that is relatively powerfull and wirelss capable. I'm planning on using it on the bourse during coin shows. I don't want to be lugging around some 15" screen, super heavy piece of plastic so size is the most crucial element here. Any recomendations?
I saw Wayne Herndon had a really cool super small laptop at the Denver ANA and was impressed. Asked him what it was but it's been so long now I can't recall what he said.
I'm looking for a small laptop. One that is not going to cost me an arm and a leg. One that is relatively powerfull and wirelss capable. I'm planning on using it on the bourse during coin shows. I don't want to be lugging around some 15" screen, super heavy piece of plastic so size is the most crucial element here. Any recomendations?
I saw Wayne Herndon had a really cool super small laptop at the Denver ANA and was impressed. Asked him what it was but it's been so long now I can't recall what he said.
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You should do a search on those.
Also, have you thought about a smartphone? The Samsung Blackjack (or others) seem to be good....
I've been told I tolerate fools poorly...that may explain things if I have a problem with you. Current ebay items - Nothing at the moment
Why step over the dollar to get to the cent? Because it's a 55DDO.
~ Run on full version Windows (handhelds and phones won't work for what I'm doing)
~ Low weight
~ Small size (but large enough to have a full keyboard)
~ Long battery life (It will be with me on the bourse floor and on for quite a while without being able to recharge)
~ Wireless
Of course, funds are an issue too so the less expensive the better.
This is a small lightweight sturdy system that I have used here at work. The internal components are usually one gen behind but that is because they have to wait until they current gen moves to smaller silicon to offer the fan less design.
Also for less weight than most Sony or Samsung systems you get a built in optical drive under the palm rest.
Panasonic W4
Edited: Looks like the latest version is the W5, might want to look at a used W4.
W5
Date 2/23/200711:24 AM
Catalog Number 23 Retail RC977947
Inspiron 1501 AMD Turion™ 64 Mobile Technology MK-36
OPERATING SYSTEM(s) Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Basic
LCD panel 15.4 inch Wide Screen XGA Display
MEMORY 512MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHZ, 1 DIMM
Combo/DVD+RW Drives 24X CD Burner/DVD Combo Drive
VIDEO CARD ATI RADEON® Xpress1150 256MB HyperMemory™ (Integrated)
Sound Card Integrated Audio
HARD DRIVES 60GB Hard Drive
Primary Battery 53 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
Wireless Networking Cards Dell Wireless 1390 802.11g Mini Card (54Mbps)
Office Software (not included in Windows XP) No productivity suite- Includes Microsoft Works 8. DOES NOT INCLUDE MS WORD
Anti-Virus/Security Suite (Pre-installed) I chose Security with Value, Plus,or Premium Warranty Bundle
Dell Digital Entertainment No Pre-Installed Software
Dial-Up Internet Access 6 Months EarthLink Internet Access Included
Adobe Software Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 7.08
Limited Warranty, Services and Support Options 1Yr Ltd Warranty and At-Home Service
<< <i>MEMORY 512MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHZ, 1 DIMM >>
Upgrade the RAM. In my experience in testing Vista, you need at least 1 GB RAM to have it run smooth. 2 GB is better. 512 MB is marginal.
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<< <i>MEMORY 512MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHZ, 1 DIMM >>
Upgrade the RAM. In my experience in testing Vista, you need at least 1 GB RAM to have it run smooth. 2 GB is better. 512 MB is marginal. >>
upgrade options:
1GB DDR2 SDRAM at 533MHz, 2 Dimm [ Add $65.00 ]
1GB DDR2 SDRAM at 533MHz, 1 Dimm [ Add $120.00 ]
2GB DDR2 SDRAM at 533MHZ, 2 DIMM [ Add $250.00 ]
<< <i>I don't want/need vista at all. I'm perfectly happy with XP or 2000. As long as it is good enough to fluidly run MS Word and for me to surf this forum at a relatively good speed I'll be happy...that's it. >>
most new ones will include it these days
<< <i>I don't want/need vista at all. >>
If you're buying a new computer, you might not have a choice.
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<< <i>I don't want/need vista at all. >>
If you're buying a new computer, you might not have a choice. >>
I think I can keep costs down by not buying new.
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<< <i>I don't want/need vista at all. >>
If you're buying a new computer, you might not have a choice. >>
I think I can keep costs down by not buying new. >>
used with lesser battery technology for $400 or new with better battery technology for $99 more...hmmm
<< <i>Outhaul's recommendation is perfect. A PDA like that is exactly what I was going to recommend, or a Blackberry or something similar. If size is the key, you really need nothing else. >>
I know Jack about PDAs. What is a good one capable of doing and how much would it cost? Could you store pics of your entire collection on a PDA?
<< <i>I think I can keep costs down by not buying new. >>
There is nothing crappier and more problem prone than a used laptop.
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<< <i>I think I can keep costs down by not buying new. >>
There is nothing crappier and more problem prone than a used laptop. >>
Amen to that!
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<< <i>I think I can keep costs down by not buying new. >>
There is nothing crappier and more problem prone than a used laptop. >>
Yeah you're right
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<< <i>I think I can keep costs down by not buying new. >>
There is nothing crappier and more problem prone than a used laptop. >>
Yeah you're right
maybe a used abacus would suck more
He said "Sony Vaio".
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