PC Peripherals How is this lappy for Dad & Mom

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The Turion is basically a lower-power version of existing Athlon 64 technology, with all the standard features such as a 90-nanometer core, integrated memory controller, HyperTransport bus, 512K or 1MB of L2 cache, and newer core features like SSE3.

This is an important move since Intel does not have a mobile EM64T processor -- indeed, its popular Pentium M and Celeron M parts are based on the old Pentium III architecture. And with the deletion of the Pentium 4 NetBurst models from Intel's mobile lineup, it may be awhile before we see either EM64T or Hyper-Threading in an Intel-based laptop.

So while Intel's Centrino platform arguably offers the best combination of power savings and performance today, the company has left itself open to technological innovations by AMD tomorrow. The Turion 64 provides comparable performance to a similarly clocked Pentium M, but its architecture translates into greater scalability in the future.

Obviously, the current real-world need for 64-bit mobile computing is even smaller than that for 64-bit desktops, but AMD is primarily marketing the Turion 64 as a 32-bit powerhouse that includes all the cutting-edge features, such as enhanced virus protection and power-saving modes (allowing the firm to retire its 62-watt Mobile Athlon 64 in favor of 25- and 35-watt Turion models). The "ready for 64-bit migration" label is the carrot that seals the deal, offering enhanced longevity to a mobile computing market that has enjoyed very little.
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Disclaimer : Personally have not used it :)
 
Tx Dips....

I have always advocated the Dothan chips for notebooks (and of course AMD 64s for desktops) to all who care to hear....

However, the s2110 seems to be coming for a great price, thanks to some coupons I got...

Frankly, performance is not really the clincher for me on this lappy given it'll be used mostly for excel/word/browsing and occasional video transfers (though I doubt if dad will be willing to do that, he currently ships his DV tapes to me and I convert & burn them on a dvd and ship it back :P )he'll still prefer the easy way out ;)

guess the fujisu seems to be the way to go for now...Will update as soon as I place the order...Any other suggestions meanwhile are more than welcome

I'll just upgrade the HDD to a 80 gig 5400 rpm one and keep the 40 gigger for my own use
 
I placed the order for the Fujitsu today....

This is the config:

• AMD Turion™ 64 Mobile Technology MT-30 (1.60 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache)

• Microsoft® Windows® XP Home with

Microsoft® Works

• 13.3" Crystal View XGA display

• 512 MB DDR333 SDRAM (256 MB x 2)

• 40 GB hard drive¹

• Modular DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive

• Integrated multinational² 56K³ V.90 modem and Ethernet LAN

• Integrated Atheros Super AG® Wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g)

• One-year International warranty

The clinchers were the screen, Magnesium Alloy Case, weight: 4.0 lbs wit optical drive, and 3.6 without

The 40(4200) -80 (5400) gigger upgrade was costing me 140$ on the fujitsu site, so decided I'll buy a separate 80/5400 from newegg for >120 and keep the spare one for myself :)

The final setup cost me 1150$

(including taxes, shipping and 150$ worth rebates)

Now waiting for the lappy to reach me...will post a revu' and pics once it comes :)
 
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