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So while we wrap up the M17x-R3 review (likely to be combined with the M18x review) we decided to embark on finding a nice template for our video intro. I'm pretty sure we're going to settle on this one, give us your feedback and let us know what you think! EDIT: We have settled on the final cut of the intro video. It's about 8 seconds long, has the full animation of the background scaling larger with the music, single flame and large font. Poll is now closed, thanks to all those that gave their input. Official T|I Intro Video - Final Cut <object width="640" height="390"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8dtml1i8A0?fs=1&hl=en_US&hd=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8dtml1i8A0?fs=1&hl=en_US&hd=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="640" height="390" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Everybody wonders where the 460mGTX compares to the 555. Here is a benchmark from the asus forums to let you know on a base model with the 2630qm and the 460. Result ASUS G73SW Owners' Lounge (wrist slap for pasting NBR link).. sorry had to to provide info Not bad figuring I've already topped 83xx. So the 555 is not far off from the 460. We are not equal by any means, but not far off. BW, StevenX

Finally got my new rig this week, here's a few of the runs I did tonight. 3DMark06 22,317 Marks SM2.0: 9,126 SM3.0: 10,108 CPU: 6,345 3DMark11 P4,249 Graphics: 3,949 Physics: 7,946 Combined: 3,771 Wprime32 8.37 sec

Re: Suttering This isnt microstutter - microstutter is very very different. Microstutter doesnt actually stutter, so its a bit of a misnomer. Microstutter is when 2 gpu's render their frames too close together, making the output look like almost half of the FPS currently being rendered. This is present on all multi-gpu systems, and can be somewhat rectified with vsync+triple buffer. What you are experiencing is most probably due to your SSDNOW having interrupt stutter, which happens with all jmicron SSDs. There isnt really a fix for this unless you buy expensive HDD caching software (i forget what it was called) or you toss it out. The whole jmicron generation was junk. Switching temporarily to a normal hard disk will show this to be the case. Sorry for your bad luck - whoever sold you the drive, try get a refund. -Ash

Official drivers and utilities for the AW M14x Official drivers from Dell Alienware Command Center Alienware Command Center houses all of the custom software for your M14x. By placing programs like AlienFusion and AlienFX, AlienTouch, AlienSense in a single, user-friendly interface, you gain more control over your system. Official documentation from Dell Official Manuals Official Wallpapers of Alienware Restore the Alienware 'Look and Feel' after a clean install of Windows EDIT: more 'look n feel' customization in this thread EDIT: Utilities Crystal Disk Info: A HDD/SSD utility software which supports S.M.A.R.T. and a part of USB-HDD. http://crystalmark.info/software/CrystalDiskInfo/index-e.html MSI Afterburner is a handy overclocking utility for ATI/NVIDIA graphics cards. Main features include GPU/Shader/Memory clock adjustment, advanced fan speed and GPU voltage control. EDIT: Core Temp: is a compact, no fuss, small footprint program to monitor CPU temperature. Download: Installer Download standalone: 32 Bit 64 Bit Core Temp Gadget: This is a sidebar gadget for Windows Vista and 7 for use in conjunction with Core Temp Addgadget: Sidebar for Windows like All CPU Meter (temps work with Core Temp), Network Meter, GPU Meter, Battery Meter, Drives Meter HWMonitor: is a hardware monitoring program that reads PC systems main health sensors : voltages, temperatures, fans speed Notebook Hardware Control: you can easily control the hardware components of your Notebook, control the hardware and system power management, ustomize the notebook (open source ACPI Control System), prolong the battery lifetime, cool down the system and reduce power consumption, monitor the hardware to avoid system failure, make your notebook quiet I hope it is helpful...cheers!

great intro, could be better with some boobies added in.

From what I've checked, - The best warranty we have in oz is Premier Service. A quick check - Dell - Help Me Choose: Warranty and Service shows that there is nothing more than the basic USA coverage. So having said that, I wouldn't recommend getting it, but I still say go with Brian's advice and check by calling and asking.

It may not transfer though I'm not sure. The best thing to do would be to call Dell USA and ask them if the complete care warranty would transfer if you were to relocate to Australia (don't tell them you're importing it).

Thought you guys would enjoy the unboxing of my new M14X gaming laptop

I know the M17x-R3 suffers from that, and since it and M18x share the same chipset, it's clear the M18x will be limited the same way.

Not yet.. I haven't had time. If I do that, nobody will stand a chance to defeat me on benches.. lol

Happened to me But it was my first ssd, 8gb. I thought I was so awesome! Early adopter and all. Such a scam! -Ash Edit: Huuy, if you have windows on the SSD, make sure the page file ISNT on the ssd. Writing to the drive causes the stutter, so pagefile, temp files, save game, etc will all cause the stutter.

Yeah you could do that. Ashtefere is right tho, you'll want either newer Sandforce SF-1200 (or higher version) or Intel SSD. It happens, and it probably happened to everyone around here ... at least couple of times.

Refund is well over by now, well at least I know what the problem is. I guess I'll just put in my previous HDD, which kind of sucks because I bought it with a 5400 RPM lol. When I bought it I thought it was the next generation, probably should have done more research Wonder if i can get a hold of Kingston and exchange it for their newer model. doubt it, but worth a shot. EDIT: I know this may be a stupid question, but what if I were to install all my games on a second drive, and just have windows, internet, etc on the SSD drive. I take it the games will run of of the HDD and not the SSD and solve the problem? that is if the SSD is the culprit.

another run, another few sec off. running at 106.1 now and still look like i got some more play room.

got bored and did a wprime run, shaved like 20 sec off of previous run. must be the wallpaper giving me the boost, hehhehe

Cool video that demonstrate the process.

Plus if you haven't already check out Michael's great guide on SSD performance all the steps listed make a difference. http://forum.techinferno.com/storage/30-installing-ssd-tips-tricks-benchmarks.html

It just occurred to me: If I were the mayor of the city where OBL was killed, I'd try to preserve his compound and turn it into a tourist destination. Can you imagine how much cash that would rake in? I'd even have re-enactments of the navy seals taking out OBL. Damn man I see $$$$$$$.