E6420 vs E6410

Which one would you guys recommend? I am planning to get one from Dell Outlet and with the build quality issues with E6420 I am just a little concerned.



Thanks!

Reply 1 : E6420 vs E6410

the build quality is decent, its more of some very poor design decisions that make it a step back from the E6410 plus it looks horrible IMO

Reply 2 : E6420 vs E6410

It all boils down to what you do with your machine? You render like crazy or do programming? You'd probably be better off with Sandy Bridge and the E6420. Overall business tasks that aren't extremely taxing? Go with the E6410, it will be cheaper and better looking.

Reply 3 : E6420 vs E6410

Thanks guys.. Overall business tasks is what I am looking at and maybe the occasional movie. Looks like E6410 is the way to go.

Reply 4 : E6420 vs E6410

Also, the E6410 has the 16:10 display, which most users prefer. The 1440 x 900 (WXGA+) displays are preferable to the 1280 x 800 (WXGA).



John

Reply 5 : E6420 vs E6410

Can anyone comment on the difference in screen quality between the E6410 (1440 x 900) and the E6420 (1600 x 900)?

Dell XPS 15 (L501X) Display problem

Ok I bought this laptop a month ago with I5-480 processor.



I am having this weird problem.



On battery mode when I move from dark(black) background web page to bright(white) background web page the display looks dull and it will take few seconds to come to normal.



Is this some sort of power saving feature?



On adapter mode it works fine.



I had contacted the dell chat support, after running some diagnostics and they sent me a new battery with even the same problem I am facing.



Had anyone faced this problem earlier???

Reply 1 : Dell XPS 15 (L501X) Display problem

I have the same "problem" with a L502x. =/

Reply 2 : Dell XPS 15 (L501X) Display problem

There have been some comments about an auto-brightness feature, in the power save profile, whereby the screen/backlight dims and brightens based on what's being displayed. Could be that.



I've not seen it myself, but, to quote:



"

There was an annoying "feature", however, with dynamic contrast - screen would randomly dim and brighten as it pleased. To disable this I had to go into Intel (integrated video) control panel and set the "power saving technology" to the "maximum performance" slider underneath the "battery tab." The issue had previously persisted even when I wasn't on battery.

"



Wrorth trying that?

Reply 3 : Dell XPS 15 (L501X) Display problem

@zygotic



That works.



I should have posted here before contacting the support I guess.

Reply 4 : Dell XPS 15 (L501X) Display problem

Quote:

Originally Posted by netnag @zygotic That works. I should have posted here before contacting the support I guess.

Good that it's fixed. Did you get to keep both batteries?

Reply 5 : Dell XPS 15 (L501X) Display problem

No.

That would be good if they allow me to keep :P

I have to send back the old one.

G73 Keystroke Problem Reproduced

I am able to reproduce the G73 dropped keystroke problem pretty consistently using a specialized data analysis packaged called STATA. When I am entering data in the data editor, for example the number 33, I type 33 very quickly and press enter to set that cell to 33. I can see *both* 3s in the cell but when I press enter, only one 3 actually gets entered. If I go very slowly, the error never happens. The problem is not hitting the chiclet key perfectly. I can press it uber hard, squarely, and as long as it's quick enough, it will drop the second hit.



I can make this happen pretty much at will, so if Gary Key would like to contact me or just use that software package, perhaps that would go a long way toward fixing this annoying problem.

Reply 1 : G73 Keystroke Problem Reproduced

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmason I am able to reproduce the G73 dropped keystroke problem pretty consistently using a specialized data analysis packaged called STATA. When I am entering data in the data editor, for example the number 33, I type 33 very quickly and press enter to set that cell to 33. I can see *both* 3s in the cell but when I press enter, only one 3 actually gets entered. If I go very slowly, the error never happens. The problem is not hitting the chiclet key perfectly. I can press it uber hard, squarely, and as long as it's quick enough, it will drop the second hit. I can make this happen pretty much at will, so if Gary Key would like to contact me or just use that software package, perhaps that would go a long way toward fixing this annoying problem.

I'm not sure its that simple. Some people have the problems on the G73JHs others don't. I know I did, but after the BIOs update, running ATK 1.0.0008, and synaptics 15.2.7, the problems has gone away for me. I noticed it quite frequently being consoled into Cisco routers and typing command line commands, but now, everything seems fine for me.



One thing you left out was what model laptop you have

Reply 2 : G73 Keystroke Problem Reproduced

G73JW-A



Clearly there's a problem though, if it is exhibiting this behavior. Reproducibility goes a long way to finding out the source of the issue and solving it. Just offering a way to reproduce it with a probability of 0.5.

Reply 3 : G73 Keystroke Problem Reproduced

I'm not saying it might not help, just saying that it may no be reproducible on all machines. Shoot it to Gary in email, he left his email addy in the first post for that huge thread for the G73jh on missing keyboard strokes.

Reply 4 : G73 Keystroke Problem Reproduced

There is no software fix for people who have the problem as bad as me. No BIOS update or software package could help. This is a hardware issue. The only fix is placing a piece coroplast between the frame of the laptop. ASUS have long abandoned this problem and you will NOT get a reply from Gary. It's nice to know that you at least have a system that proves we're not all crazy

CAN NOT CONNECT TO MY INTERNET PROVIDER

I can NOT get my email on Windows Mail or get on to IE9 .....my computer will not connect tomy internet services (road runner). Road runner check out my line, replaced my modem and said everything was good on there end.

I am using Vista, Windows Mail and IE9.

In the Device Manager --Network adapters-- I have the yellow triange showing on Microsoft 6 to 4 adapter #10 and #14 and #19 does this mean any thing relating to my problem??

What should I check??

Reply 1 : CAN NOT CONNECT TO MY INTERNET PROVIDER

...downloading the driver for your network adapters? It may be something as simple as installing the newest driver for the network device. Did the computer EVER connect correctly or did this just recently happen. Are you trying to connect through an ethernet/wired connection or a wireless connection? Unfortunately, you've not given us the make and model of the computer or any of the things you've already tried to fix the problem, and as such, it's tough to give effective advice.

If you haven't already performed this step, and because malware can cause such issues, please download the free removal tool on a separate computer, then install it on the problem machine. Once it's installed, then run the updater file I've listed below to get it current. Once that's done, run a full system scan to check for malware.

Malwarebytes Installer Download Link (Clicking on the links below will immediately start the download dialogue window.)
http://www.besttechie.net/tools/mbam-setup.exe

Malwarebytes Manual Updater link
http://data.mbamupdates.com/tools/mbam-rules.exe

Hope this helps.

Grif

Reply 2 : CAN NOT CONNECT TO MY INTERNET PROVIDER

Windows edition-Vista Home Premium-Service Pack 2
Gateway FX540B
Intel Core 2 Quad----Q6600@2.4GHZ--Memory 4GB-32 bit operating system

Noton Internet Security 2011----Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.5.1.1100----I have ran both since the problem occured

This problem just occured a week ago before the computer has work beautiful for the last 21/2years

This is a desktop connected thru an ethernet/wired connection with roadrunner

I don't know where to go to get the drivers for my network adapters

Reply 3 : CAN NOT CONNECT TO MY INTERNET PROVIDER

Since it's occurred on a wired connection, which are generally quite
reliable unless the ethernet card has failed, try downloading the
ethernet LAN driver from the Gateway link below.. (Download and install
the "LAN driver" by Realtek AND the "Chipset Driver" (it includes the ethernet driver), listed there and follow the steps to restart
the machine.)

http://support.gateway.com/us/en/product/default.aspx?tab=1&modelId=2664

See
if things work correctly now.. If they don't, then the next step would
be to open the case and see if the ethernet jack/card is embedded of the
motherboard or whether it's a separate card.. Either way, a new
ethernet card would be the best option for getting things running again.

Hope this helps.

Grif

Reply 4 : CAN NOT CONNECT TO MY INTERNET PROVIDER

The Network adapters still have the yellow triangle showing on Microsoft 6 to 4 adapter #10 and #14 and #19 does this mean any thing relating to my problem?? Should I delete them or does this spell disaster? I downloaded the driver from gateway that you suggested but how do I know if it is installed correctly or which one the computer is now using?

Reply 5 : CAN NOT CONNECT TO MY INTERNET PROVIDER

If the drivers had installed correctly, all the yellow exclamation marks would be gone.. Since they aren't gone, see if Windows can re-recognize the devices by uninstalling the device.. Open Device Manager, then RIGHT click on each of the yellow devices, choose "Uninstall" from the list. Uninstall each of the items, then restart the computer. If the adapter is still "alive", Windows will recognize it during the restart and should install the drivers required for it..

If this step doesn't fix the issue, then I'll suggest purchasing a new ethernet adapter and installing it. If you're not up to the task of installing an ethernet card (it's really not hard to do), you could ask a local computer shop to do it for you.

Hope this helps.

Grif

Reply 6 : CAN NOT CONNECT TO MY INTERNET PROVIDER

Thank you very much!!!!

The device manager only shows the new drivers that we downloaded from Gateway. Everthing seems to be working fine.

Thank you for being so patience and giving such good details.

Desktop - no video, sound, or keyboard lights

I'm normally the guy who fixes peoples computer (not professional, just hobbiest), but this issue is a little elusive.

Normally if their is a simple hardware working issue I would hear beeps or the computer would POST, then complain. In this case, I get no sounds, or video, and not even the keyboard lights turn on, HOWEVER the computer is powered on, and the fans are running.

I've already tried reseating all power cables in the case, and that allowed my computer to turn on for 30 minutes, then it shutdown unexpectedly and wouldn't fully turn on again.

I'm going to try using a different GPU (8800gtx) and take out all but one stick of ram, but I don't think either will make a difference.
That is the extend of the hardware I can switch out. If this doesn't work I'm thinking of buying a power supply just to see if that will solve the issue.

System:
q6600
EP43 UD3L
4gb Patriot
Sparkle gt 470
OCZ 700w PSU

I'm looking for both suggestions for troubleshooting and estimates as to what the issue could be. My guess is the power supply.

Reply 1 : Desktop - no video, sound, or keyboard lights

I did try replacing the GPU and that didn't solve it.
Tomorrow I will contact local suppliers and try and get my hands on a temp GPU.

Reply 2 : Desktop - no video, sound, or keyboard lights

I had an unit like that. It turned out that someone unplugged the ATX12V connector.

Fans and such worked, but no blink on the keyboard or much else.
Bob

Reply 3 : Desktop - no video, sound, or keyboard lights

If so, I think your hypothesis may be correct.
When I was trying to get it to work earlier, I reseated all of the power cables including that one, and it turned on for a while, before failing again.

Further my PSU is annoying and actually seperates that 24 pin connector into two parts, both plug into the same plug: 20 pins on the left and 4 pins on the right. Is this normal? It sounds like a bad design.

Reply 4 : Desktop - no video, sound, or keyboard lights

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w146/rproffitt2000/EP43.jpg

Reply 5 : Desktop - no video, sound, or keyboard lights

I admit I didn't replug the processor power plug. It is under a huge power sink, so in order to replug it in I have to remove the heatsink and reattach it.

Still, I should try this. I'll do it tomorrow when I'm less inebriated. Thanks for the suggestion.
Also as an update, I didn't get around to getting a PSU today, and I'll have to wait till after easter Monday, because everywhere is closed. Thanks a lot for the help thus far. I'll update on Tuesday. Again, thanks.

Reply 6 : Desktop - no video, sound, or keyboard lights

Ok I am quite sure that this is a motherboard related issue. The MB needs to be fixed. After some point of time the capacitors becomes week and that result in the above situation. Again there can be 1000's of more reason for your problem but this one come first in my list

I need help with a problem with my Dell Studio 1737 laptop

I have a black screen on Dell Studio 1737 laptop.When I was connecting my VGA cable from my TV to my laptop (both were on big mistake) anyway there was a small spark from the cable connection to the VGA connection on the laptop, and my screen went black and all the media control lights went on and stayed on. (not normal behavior) I turned off the laptop with the on/off switch, waited a few minutes and turned the switch back on. The media control lights came on briefly just like they normally do,but then there was nothing no light on the on/off switch and a black screen. I am hoping that someone might have a guess as to which path from the VGA connection that the short may have taken. Thank You in advance for any ideas that might help. Ron

Reply 1 : I need help with a problem with my Dell Studio 1737 laptop

This should not affect files and is worth a try.

Link -> http://forums.cnet.com/7726-19681_102-3138013.html?tag=posts;msg3138013

Reply 2 : I need help with a problem with my Dell Studio 1737 laptop

Thank you for your input , I tried resetting the way it was explained in the link but I still have a black screen and I have also noticed I have no power to any of my usb plugs.I'm begining to dismantle the laptop,I have removed the center control cover,back cover, keyboard. Trying to see anything abnormal this is my first attempt, dismanteling a laptop. any input as to the direction the spark may have taken would be greatly appreciated. Ron

Reply 3 : I need help with a problem with my Dell Studio 1737 laptop

http://www.insidemylaptop.com/disassemble-dell-studio-1737-laptop-replacing-dvd-drive/

Sorry but when I see that and hear that story I have the techs write up an estimate for motherboard LCD HDD, DVDRW and LCD to give the worst case scenario. (local law demands we give an estimate that we can't exceed.) Yes it's likely to be just the motherboard but you never know.

Good hunting,
Bob

Compaq monitor help???

So my teenage daughter got a Compaq V3100 for Christmas a few years ago and the screen quit working (just stays black all the time), so I did the right thing (yeah right) and bought her another Compaq Presario CQ61 last year for Christmas. Well last month it started acting up and the screen (yet another Compaq with monitor issues) would only work if held in a very precise angle about 45* from open. Now, the screen is just black all the time.

I was told that I could hook up an external monitor to the laptop and still use it/extract data. I grabbed my old LiquidVideo LCD and plugged the video out cable into the port on the laptop. Tried on both of the broken Compaq laptops with no luck, the LCD shows, "No input". I tried pressing "Fn" and "f4" with no luck. Tried powering down and plugging the cable in them powering up, still no luck. Any ideas? Help please, she has finals thesis papers due next week and they are stored on the CQ61.

Reply 1 : Compaq monitor help???

1. Try the old generic laptop reset (does not reset the hard drive data!) noted at http://forums.cnet.com/7726-19681_102-3138013.html?tag=posts;msg3138013

2. Remove the HDD and use some adapter cable like http://www.geeks.com/details.asp?invtid=2020 to gain access to the files.

The PRECISE ANGLE is a clue it's a cable or connector issue. I think your grey haired electronics technicians would love to look at that model.
Bob

Reply 2 : Compaq monitor help???

Generally, the graphics card will only show the primary screen as default unless it's set to perform differently.. Therefore, although it should be possible to setup the remote monitor as the primary screen, or as a clone of the main screen, you must be able to see the screen to do so. You'll need to see the graphics card/monitor display properties to do so. That might be possible on a computer where the screen is able to be viewed.. Not possible when you can't do anything at all.

My daughter had a similar problem with an HP DV6000 series laptop.. After four years (not bad for a laptop), only the top half of the screen worked as designed. Pressing on the screen at a particular location or tilting it at just the right angle allowed for viewing. We changed the settings on the graphics dispaly and the remote monitor worked fine but we were still able to see parts of the screen when the changes were made. We recently replaced it with a new laptop.

Hope this helps.

Grif