The Official Asus Notebook Thread

[SergesPlace]

This is the place to discuss all things Asus. Post your pics and specs here. Discuss any issues you may have or any tips you can pass along to other owners or potential owners.
I just picked up my Z63a yesterday and this is one sexy notebook.

http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/1851/z63ab600x4005rs.jpg http://img474.imageshack.us/img474/5447/z63a7600x4006vq.jpg http://img474.imageshack.us/img474/235/z63a9600x4002tm.jpg

http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/9492/miniasusz63a0kd0ik.jpg

*** Pics are up at yahoo and can be found HERE (http://ca.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/sergeedefrances/album?.dir=/6664re2)

[evanx]

Nice one there

[SergesPlace]

Nice one there

Hey, thanks :)

[riskit]

Here is a good review

http://www.legitreviews.com/article.php?aid=264


picture are here

http://store.agearnotebooks.com/asusz63aphotos.html

[djpharoah]

Im patiently waiting for the A8JM which will have specs along these lines.

Intel Duo Core T2300/T2400/T2500
1GB DDR2-533
100Gb Sata 5400rpm
Nvidia MXM Go7600 512Mb (yes 512Mb)
14.1" WXGA/WXGA+ Glossy
DVD+-DL
DVI-D Output
S-Video
4xUSB 2.0
1x 4pin IEEE1394

its mostly coming to Canada as an ensemble unit, where as its coming to the states as barebones.

approx price USD is >$1500 USD

[SergesPlace]

Im patiently waiting for the A8JM which will have specs along these lines.

Intel Duo Core T2300/T2400/T2500
1GB DDR2-533
100Gb Sata 5400rpm
Nvidia MXM Go7600 512Mb (yes 512Mb)
14.1" WXGA/WXGA+ Glossy
DVD+-DL
DVI-D Output
S-Video
4xUSB 2.0
1x 4pin IEEE1394

its mostly coming to Canada as an ensemble unit, where as its coming to the states as barebones.

approx price USD is >$1500 USD
Yea, but when? any ideas? It will be a thing of beauty for sure though.

[SergesPlace]

Here is a good review

http://www.legitreviews.com/article.php?aid=264


picture are here

http://store.agearnotebooks.com/asusz63aphotos.html

Good review and photos. As you can see that's where i took them from. I wish the photos could do it justice but...

[Cyber6]

With Asus, I have always found out that pictures never give them complete justice. The built quality is top notch, and you can only determine that by having one in your hands.

In the looks department they are usually quite sexy.. but go and touch one.. and then you'll know what sexy really is.. ;)


C., getting a smooth ride on a Asus M6BNe/15.4" WXGA WideScreen ~~ Intel Pentium M 1.8ghz Dothan 2mb L2 Cache ~~ 2x512mb Kingston DDR PC2700/333mhz ~~ ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 64mb ~~ Toshiba 60gb 5400rpm 16mb Buffer HD ~~ Li-Ion 8cell + 2nd spare battery !!! :D

[SergesPlace]

With Asus, I have always found out that pictures never give them complete justice. The built quality is top notch, and you can only determine that by having one in your hands.

In the looks department they are usually quite sexy.. but go and touch one.. and then you'll know what sexy really is.. ;)


C., getting a smooth ride on a Asus M6BNe/15.4" WXGA WideScreen ~~ Intel Pentium M 1.8ghz Dothan 2mb L2 Cache ~~ 2x512mb Kingston DDR PC2700/333mhz ~~ ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 64mb ~~ Toshiba 60gb 5400rpm 16mb Buffer HD ~~ Li-Ion 8cell + 2nd spare battery !!! :D


You're absolutely right C, go out and feel one. The build quality is top notch. They really know what they're doing over there at Asus

[spike-spiegel]

Hey, thanks :)

how much did this one cost you?

[GateGuardian]

I have a z70va, pretty good, pretty light for a desktop replacement, but had no clue why i bought such a huge laptop when i carry it to school every day :S

[SergesPlace]

how much did this one cost you?
Let's just say it's the least expensive notebook i have ever bought thanks to the gang at Genitech computers (shameless plug) :lol:

[B0000rt]

Gf has the M6BNe, hinges are starting to get abit loose. I'm gonna try to tighten them soon. Is there any service manuals that show this (there's ones that show removal of CPU, mini-PCI and ram)?

I think I'm going to upgrade her HDD soon, it's a 5400, prolly get a 7200rpm. Her CPU's the 1.7/400 and w/ 1GB DDR, so that stuff's fine already. Wow, this is wierd, I checked her mobile 9700 specs, and apparently they're better than the mobile X600!

[KorruptioN]

The Mobility Radeon 9700 is just a clocked-up Mobility Radeon 9600. The X600 is about the equivalent of the 9600M.

[B0000rt]

The Mobility Radeon 9700 is just a clocked-up Mobility Radeon 9600. The X600 is about the equivalent of the 9600M.
But I would only assume the X600 being next gen, supporting more features...

Then again she doesn't do any gaming, but then again Vista is coming out :D

[SergesPlace]

But I would only assume the X600 being next gen, supporting more features...
Then again she doesn't do any gaming, but then again Vista is coming out :D
I only game on my desktop now so getting a notebook with really good graphics wasn't a priority for me. It was all about portability,all round performance and of course the killer looks. I don't think changing your GF's HD to 7200rpm is really that necessary.

[Cyber6]

But I would only assume the X600 being next gen, supporting more features...

Then again she doesn't do any gaming, but then again Vista is coming out :D
I only game on my desktop now so getting a notebook with really good graphics wasn't a priority for me. It was all about portability and all round performance. I don't think changing your GF's HD to 7200rpm isn't really that necessary

Took the words out of my mouth...

Remember that a faster HDD will mean a hotter HDD, you really don't need that on a laptop.

C.

[GTrance]

I got the Z71V. I'll be upgrading (getting a new laptop) to the W3J when it comes out within the next month or two. :lol:

[Papi]

i have a sony now (which IMO looks better), on rival with apples...but im waiting till asus comes out with their 23'' notebook.

[ynchu]

I've always wanted a Z33A, that thing is beautiful.

As for VAIO series... I think paying additional $500 ~ $1000 for the name doesn't really justify..

[SergesPlace]

I've always wanted a Z33A, that thing is beautiful.

As for VAIO series... I think paying additional $500 ~ $1000 for the name doesn't really justify..
so true.The Z33A is the 12'' right?

[Papi]

I've always wanted a Z33A, that thing is beautiful.

As for VAIO series... I think paying additional $500 ~ $1000 for the name doesn't really justify..

Very true, however in my case...I paid less for the sony than I did an ASUS. Hence why I got it. I would never pay full retail for Sony. Besides the screen won me over.

[SergesPlace]

Very true, however in my case...I paid less for the sony than I did an ASUS. Hence why I got it. I would never pay full retail for Sony. Besides the screen won me over.

Yea, Sony do make some very nice screens.

[PSiBeR]

When are the Asus Intel Duo Core's dropping? I'm looking for one in the range of $1400-1500 and 14" WXGA Widesccreen

[Papi]

Yea, Sony do make some very nice screens.

As nice as other manufacturer screens are, Sonys are on a completely different level. Best in the business IMO.

[JoKeRr]

This is the place to discuss all things Asus. Post your pics and specs here. Discuss any issues you may have or any tips you can pass along to other owners or potential owners.
I just picked up my Z63a yesterday and this is one sexy notebook. I will post pics soon but here's what it looks like.

http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/1851/z63ab600x4005rs.jpg http://img474.imageshack.us/img474/5447/z63a7600x4006vq.jpg http://img474.imageshack.us/img474/235/z63a9600x4002tm.jpg

Config
Intel Pentium M 760 2ghz
14.1" WXGA 1280x768 Display
Intel 915GM Express Graphics
Kingston 2x512mb DDR2 SO-DIMMS
Toshiba 80gb 5400rpm 16mb Cache HD
Toshiba 8x Dual Layer DVD Writer
Intel/Pro Wireless 2915 802.11(a+b+g)
4-in-1 Card Reader
Internal Bluetooth
Asus Wireless Mouse

A friend of mine has the same lappy, suffers from overheating problems. Otherwise it's pretty nice, although they should've replaced the white trim with aluminum or metallic finish.

[SergesPlace]

A friend of mine has the same lappy, suffers from overheating problems. Otherwise it's pretty nice, although they should've replaced the white trim with aluminum or metallic finish.

Yes, the temps do seem a tad high. I'm getting anywhere from the 50's- to low 60's range. Surprisingly though the white seems to really work with the silver. I certainly love the whole look of the notebook but a nice metallic finish would have been sweet. They also threw in a very nice messenger bag and the wireless siver mouse made by Logitech

[lkn4deals]

Yes, the temps do seem a tad high. I'm getting anywhere from the 50's- to low 60's range. Surprisingly though the white seems to really work with the silver. I certainly love the whole look of the notebook but a nice metallic finish would have been sweet. They also threw in a very nice messenger bag and the wireless siver mouse made by Logitech



so you got a good deal AND worked them for extras...good job! :lol:

[eh^]

This is the place to discuss all things Asus. Post your pics and specs here. Discuss any issues you may have or any tips you can pass along to other owners or potential owners.
I just picked up my Z63a yesterday and this is one sexy notebook. I will post pics soon but here's what it looks like.

http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/1851/z63ab600x4005rs.jpg http://img474.imageshack.us/img474/5447/z63a7600x4006vq.jpg http://img474.imageshack.us/img474/235/z63a9600x4002tm.jpg

Config
Intel Pentium M 760 2ghz
14.1" WXGA 1280x768 Display
Intel 915GM Express Graphics
Kingston 2x512mb DDR2 SO-DIMMS
Toshiba 80gb 5400rpm 16mb Cache HD
Toshiba 8x Dual Layer DVD Writer
Intel/Pro Wireless 2915 802.11(a+b+g)
4-in-1 Card Reader
Internal Bluetooth
Asus Wireless Mouse


I have a Z63a aswell !!

[SergesPlace]

I have a Z63a aswell !!

What are your specs? any heating problems?

[SergesPlace]

so you got a good deal AND worked them for extras...good job! :lol:
Actually, it all came in the "White Box" I was pleasantly pleased with everything

[ynchu]

Yes, the temps do seem a tad high. I'm getting anywhere from the 50's- to low 60's range. Surprisingly though the white seems to really work with the silver. I certainly love the whole look of the notebook but a nice metallic finish would have been sweet. They also threw in a very nice messenger bag and the wireless siver mouse made by Logitech

I thought the extras were included, at least that's what ASUS' site is showing.

Overheating? I've seen a Z33A before and no problem at all. Runs high as 50 at full load. Oh, it's a P-M 740.

[Papi]

i was this close to getting this Z63A too....pretty sexy IMO. Gives me a hard on just thinking about it. ;)

[SergesPlace]

I thought the extras were included, at least that's what ASUS' site is showing.

Overheating? I've seen a Z33A before and no problem at all. Runs high as 50 at full load. Oh, it's a P-M 740.

The overheating seems to be the real issue with the z63a from everything i've read but i'm not that concerned about it. Yes, the bag and mouse are included. The mouse has an on-off switch on the bottom so you don't waste the battery.

[lkn4deals]

i was this close to getting this Z63A too....pretty sexy IMO. Gives me a hard on just thinking about it. ;)


wow

[ichpen]

But I would only assume the X600 being next gen, supporting more features...

Then again she doesn't do any gaming, but then again Vista is coming out :D

X600 is previous gen, X1400(x600 replacement I believe), x1600 (x700 replacement) are next gen. Don't touch anything less than an X1400 if you want to play any game made in the last 2 years though.

[B0000rt]

X600 is previous gen, X1400(x600 replacement I believe), x1600 (x700 replacement) are next gen. Don't touch anything less than an X1400 if you want to play any game made in the last 2 years though.
X600 being next gen was when comparing it to the 9700 :razz:

[ichpen]

Still waiting for a decent laptop of any make to fill the medium size 15" widescreen gaming/mobile gap. Nothing out there.

15" widescreen
Duo Core/or the new AMD X2 mobile
Decent graphics

I believe the Asus W3V or was it W3J (not out yet) may come close.

Basically if you want a proper desktop replacement (with gaming involved) you have to go big 17" with Dell XPS/9300/9400 or one of Acer Ferrari models (which are now getting long in the tooth)...

[ichpen]

X600 being next gen was when comparing it to the 9700 :razz:

Yes, sometimes they seem to go backwards :)

X1400 is about on par or slower than the thing it's replacing (X600).

Go figure.

[B0000rt]

Yes, sometimes they seem to go backwards :)

X1400 is about on par or slower than the thing it's replacing (X600).

Go figure.
But more features ofcourse!

[ichpen]

But more features ofcourse!

Oh for sure :)

Has some neat hardware decoding (not really a terrible enhancement as the CPU can easily take the load of H.264 decoding).... I'm sure there are others.. The X1600 looks promising though as the X700 is no slouch...

[B0000rt]

So when is it that we will have modular notebooks?

Ie, able to swap the videocard in and out? :D

Mini-PCI-E? :D

[ichpen]

So when is it that we will have modular notebooks?

Ie, able to swap the videocard in and out? :D

Mini-PCI-E? :D

Had that for a while with good old dell...

[Papi]

if you want a proper desktop replacement (with gaming involved) you have to go big 17"

Even better get the samsung 19'' or wait for the 23'' later this year.

[Emancipated]

Do ASUS (or anyone for that matter) offer a higher resolution than 1280x768 in the 14" form factor? I've seen a 15.4" compared to a 14" and the difference is quite noticable.

[kingsley]

i have a sony now (which IMO looks better), on rival with apples...but im waiting till asus comes out with their 23'' notebook.

Your kidding me, you really want to carry around a 23" notebook? That's crazy big, man.

[coriolis]

I got a Z70va, then decided to get the V6va instead, and I'm loving it :)

[klam]

My old Asus M3N.

http://www.klamonline.com/posting/asusm3n.jpg

Purchased two years ago. Pentium-M 1.5GHz, 14", 512Mb, 60Gb, Intel 2200BG, CDRW/DVD.

My laptop has been a secondary computer for me. This one weighs 5lbs and battery lasts 4-4.5 hours.

[SergesPlace]

My old Asus M3N.

http://www.klamonline.com/posting/asusm3n.jpg

Purchased two years ago. Pentium-M 1.5GHz, 14", 512Mb, 60Gb, Intel 2200BG, CDRW/DVD.

My laptop has been a secondary computer for me. This one weighs 5lbs and battery lasts 4-4.5 hours.

Wow, look how thin that is. Very nice. Keep those pics coming everyone.

[Papi]

Serge sweetie, my Vaio will be up shortly :)

[SergesPlace]

Serge sweetie, my Vaio will be up shortly :)
Um, ok http://www.notebookforums.com/images/smilies/headscratch.gif

[Papi]

Um, ok http://www.notebookforums.com/images/smilies/headscratch.gif

:razz: Delicious :lol:

[SergesPlace]

Has anyone ever had any problems concerning Asus and their warranty ?

[SergesPlace]

Ok, i'm really loving this notebook but i have one complaint and that's the washed out looking screen. Sure it's very bright and the screen is glossy but i'm having a tough time correcting the colours using the intel 915 colour correction. I'm wondering if anyone uses Rivatuner to set colour? If so, what are your settings for red,blue green?

[akito925]

wow really nice lappys.. I' got a acer not related to asus. lol but asus 63 is really nice..


for more info goto
http://www.notebookforums.com/index.php

[SergesPlace]

wow really nice lappys.. I' got a acer not related to asus. lol but asus 63 is really nice..


for more info goto
http://www.notebookforums.com/index.php
:)

http://www.notebookforums.com/showthread.php?t=145738

[coriolis]

Very nice choice :)

I'm not sure about Intel GMA900's colour options, but if you can find something to fix up Red/Green/Blue, try this:

http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=25959

[coriolis]

http://thewafflehouse.net/stuffers/CIMG9952.JPG

http://thewafflehouse.net/stuffers/CIMG9954.JPG

[SergesPlace]

Hey, thanks coriolis. Very nice notebook you have there. Actually i was just chatting with AuroraS on notebookforums last night. He'll try to pass on any info to me.

[coriolis]

Cool cool, Sam(AuroraS) is a very nice guy :p

He and I co-mod the ASUS forums over at Notebook Reviews :)

[SergesPlace]

Cool cool, Sam(AuroraS) is a very nice guy :p

He and I co-mod the ASUS forums over at Notebook Reviews :)

Hey, i just registered there

[Cyber6]

Coriolis.. that IS a thing of beauty. :D





Hey, i just registered there

Serge.. buddy.. why didn't you asked me to refer you??? I could have gotten an entry ballot to the "win a laptop" contest.. :mad:

[SergesPlace]

Coriolis.. that IS a thing of beauty. :D







Serge.. buddy.. why didn't you asked me to refer you??? I could have gotten an entry ballot to the "win a laptop" contest.. :mad:
When you refer someone you're supposed to mention to that person "Hey, why don't you join this forum? There's lot's of freaks like you so you'll fit right in and i'll be able to enter a contest to win a prize so it works oput for both of us"

and congrats!!! you're now an addict. It's all downhill from here :lol:

[Cyber6]

When you refer someone you're supposed to mention to that person "Hey, why don't you join this forum? There's lot's of freaks like you so you'll fit right in and i'll be able to enter a contest to win a prize so it works oput for both of us"
:D :D :D :D

You took the words out my mouth buddy... ;)



and congrats!!! you're now an addict. It's all downhill from here :lol:

You think??? :twisted:

[SergesPlace]

Hey Gang,

What are the must have utililites for Asus notebooks? What are you using to read temps for example ? I'm currently using mobile meter. Maybe there's something better? LMK

[alexcold]

i use for all my lappies yahoo widget and their temp reader as well as cpu and ram.

[SergesPlace]

i use for all my lappies yahoo widget and their temp reader as well as cpu and ram.
what the hell is a widget?

[NODES]

when do u plan on selling this one? need to save up the pennies now

[SergesPlace]

when do u plan on selling this one? need to save up the pennies now
Noway Jose i'm getting rid of this little gem. Ain't gonna happen. NOPE!! this is the one. Meh http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/6985/dunno8nk.gif maybe in a year? :lol:

[B0000rt]

what the hell is a widget?
Google it sir :p

http://widgets.yahoo.com/

I don't think I'll get a notebook, until they make a 12" widescreen that has a half decent videocard for a decent price :D

[FrodoX]

just got a W5A recently. 768 ram and 100gb. 1.73ghz...should be upgrading that soon.

i love the size and weight. bluetooth feature is there...but i have no idea how to install n use it...:S

btw my point of view, asus is one of the best laptop makers out there. who ever stated that asus warranty services are bad...they are soooo wrong. they are hassel free.

[eh^]

Has anyone ever had any problems concerning Asus and their warranty ?

Well my z63a just crapped out on me and had to send it back .. If you have a good dealer that you purchased it from in my opinion theres nothing to worry about.
btw i did also called asus tech support ... they dont test cpu,ram or hd cause i have a "Built-On" model.. so i just sent it back to the dealer.

:arrow: cansys (http://www.canadasys.com/)

[SergesPlace]

Well my z63a just crapped out on me and had to send it back .. If you have a good dealer that you purchased it from in my opinion theres nothing to worry about.
btw i did also called asus tech support ... they dont test cpu,ram or hd cause i have a "Built-On" model.. so i just sent it back to the dealer.

:arrow: cansys (http://www.canadasys.com/)
Yea, i have a very good dealer so i'm not too concerned. How do you like the screen on the z63a? I've been trying all these different colour settings using RivaTuner but i'm still not that satisfied with it.

[SergesPlace]

Hey Gang,

What are the must have utililites for Asus notebooks? What are you using to read temps for example ? I'm currently using mobile meter. Maybe there's something better? LMK
Well Notebook Hardware Control seems to be a must have utility for controlling temps. If you don't have it you can download it HERE (http://www.pbus-167.com/chc.htm#anchor_download)

[SergesPlace]

just got a W5A recently. 768 ram and 100gb. 1.73ghz...should be upgrading that soon.

i love the size and weight. bluetooth feature is there...but i have no idea how to install n use it...:S

btw my point of view, asus is one of the best laptop makers out there. who ever stated that asus warranty services are bad...they are soooo wrong. they are hassel free.
Frodo, why don't you post those pics of it in here? This would be the right place for it :)

[granto]

I purchased a Z70VA a couple of months ago. It's my first notebook and it's been working excellent.

[Cyber6]

Hey Gang,

What are the must have utililites for Asus notebooks? What are you using to read temps for example ? I'm currently using mobile meter. Maybe there's something better? LMK

Well Notebook Hardware Control seems to be a must have utility for controlling temps. If you don't have it you can download it HERE (http://www.pbus-167.com/chc.htm#anchor_download)


Did you just answer to yourself??? :confused:

:D

[Tharyn]

I've got an Asus M6BNe, with a 1.7 Pentium-M Dothan, 1GB DDR333, ATI Mobility Radeon 9700, and a Toshiba 80GB HDD and 15.4" Widescreen (1280x800)

Got it last March, still working great, my only complaint is because of the "finish" on the laptop, I've noticed that it's beginning to dull under where my wrist sits (specifically under my WSAD keys :D)

Anyone have any suggestions on what I could do, it's fairly noticible, are there any wrist guard stickers or the like that would look good on the black case?

Thanks!

[SergesPlace]

I've got an Asus M6BNe, with a 1.7 Pentium-M Dothan, 1GB DDR333, ATI Mobility Radeon 9700, and a Toshiba 80GB HDD and 15.4" Widescreen (1280x800)

Got it last March, still working great, my only complaint is because of the "finish" on the laptop, I've noticed that it's beginning to dull under where my wrist sits (specifically under my WSAD keys :D)

Anyone have any suggestions on what I could do, it's fairly noticible, are there any wrist guard stickers or the like that would look good on the black case?

Thanks!
Yes, my old love the M6BNe it was tough letting her go but she went to a good home. Actually it was the member above you Tharyn. Cyber6 is giving her lot's of TLC now. There must be places that sell palm rests. I'll look into it.

[Cyber6]

I've got an Asus M6BNe, with a 1.7 Pentium-M Dothan, 1GB DDR333, ATI Mobility Radeon 9700, and a Toshiba 80GB HDD and 15.4" Widescreen (1280x800)

Got it last March, still working great, my only complaint is because of the "finish" on the laptop, I've noticed that it's beginning to dull under where my wrist sits (specifically under my WSAD keys :D)

Anyone have any suggestions on what I could do, it's fairly noticible, are there any wrist guard stickers or the like that would look good on the black case?

Thanks!

I have the 1.8 Ghz version.. :D :D .. and I do looove my baby.

Mine is still looking like new. I am the second owner (Serge being the first). I really have no complaints about this baby. When bought I had some heat issues, that were resolved with a Bios update. Since then I get mid 40's temp consistently.. and mid 50's under heavy load. Don't know what to say about the "dulling" of the wrist panel. I'll do some research and post back.

C.


Edit: I am back... I found this place.. it is called a wrist rug

http://www.powersupportusa.com/products/rr.php?category=pb

seems cool :D

http://img165.imageshack.us/img165/1557/rr4546471st.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Cyber6]

If you are ghetto.. you can get this one.. :lol:


http://img165.imageshack.us/img165/2475/mounchw7jm.th.jpg (http://img165.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mounchw7jm.jpg)

[eh^]

Yea, i have a very good dealer so i'm not too concerned. How do you like the screen on the z63a? I've been trying all these different colour settings using RivaTuner but i'm still not that satisfied with it.

Yeah the colors seem to be off a lil bit too me aswell , but it doesnt really bother me too much

[SergesPlace]

If you are ghetto.. you can get this one.. :lol:


http://img165.imageshack.us/img165/2475/mounchw7jm.th.jpg (http://img165.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mounchw7jm.jpg)
:lol: Nice

[B0000rt]

Anyone have any suggestions on what I could do, it's fairly noticible, are there any wrist guard stickers or the like that would look good on the black case?

Thanks!
Are your keys rubbing off too?

It's noticible on the space..

[Tharyn]

Are your keys rubbing off too?

It's noticible on the space..

Yeah, only my space as far as keys go.

I think my wrist areas rubbing off faster because I'm running a 7200 rpm HDD, so it gets warmer, heh, ah well, it's not TOO bad.. but those wrist rugs are pretty cool..

[coriolis]

My keyboard is slowly fading, though as of now, just the matte and textured keys are getting shiny and dull. But it works fine, one of the best keyboards I've ever used, second to my poor T21.

Good thing for brushed aluminum wristrests on the V6 ;)

[SergesPlace]

My keyboard is slowly fading, though as of now, just the matte and textured keys are getting shiny and dull. But it works fine, one of the best keyboards I've ever used, second to my poor T21.

Good thing for brushed aluminum wristrests on the V6 ;)
Hey coriolis, thanks for the great faq section on NBR you created. Lot's of useful info on there. Asus owners check it out if you haven't already http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=25849 I'm getting some very good temp readings right now :)

[yuwing8]

Yes, the temps do seem a tad high. I'm getting anywhere from the 50's- to low 60's range. Surprisingly though the white seems to really work with the silver. I certainly love the whole look of the notebook but a nice metallic finish would have been sweet. They also threw in a very nice messenger bag and the wireless siver mouse made by Logitech

You should try to keep ur laptop as cool as possible. I believe heat killed the harddrive on my last asus notebook (diff model than yours) [ran it under the sun, 55C+, ran it over night using BT]. now i use my desktop for BT and got a different laptop (12" ibook) it's a beaty! :D

Other laptops I'd LOVE to own are:
10" fujitsu P7000 series (sexy little beast) ~$2300?
12" IBM x40 (small, tight, excellent build package!) heavy price tho ~$2300
12" Asus Z33A $1300

[yes i'm a ultra protable mobile freak. i think anything over 12" is not a laptop]

PIctures:
http://www.nottes.com/notebook/fujitsu/p7000/images/p7010_v14.jpg
http://www.nottes.com/notebook/fujitsu/p7000/images/p7000_mainpic.gif
http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/4324/dsc015621an.jpg
http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/1292/dsc015726dx.jpg

http://www.allstar.cz/images/db/IBM-X40.jpg
http://1toppc.com/Merchant2/images/Notebook/Asus/Z33A/7.jpg

Why I love my ibook:
Small. full size Keyboard. Mac OSX. the mic. polished pearl white. style. minimalistic. cute. girls love it.

why I would never sell my ibook!
the mic! I record lectures and they are very good quality - comparable to actual professional voice recording devices.

Also becuase it doesn't play many of the latest and most addictive games, i can't get into them while i study XD.

build quality is excellent but they left handrest area seems to squeak when i put my wrist there.

and it's built by asus manufacturers!

http://membres.lycos.fr/skyline13300/ibook3.jpg
(note my picture lol)

My ibook thread with unpackaging pictures :D
http://www.notebookforums.com/showthread.php?t=105344

[SergesPlace]

:arrowu:
Actually my temps are running much better now cpu 40's -low 50's thanks to coriolis and some of the little utilities he advises on using. The HD is still a little hotter than i'd like 50-55c sometimes but overall it has improved. Those 12'' notebooks are very nice indeed but their just too small for me but yea very ultra portable for sure

[eh^]

why I would never sell my ibook!
the mic! I record lectures and they are very good quality - comparable to actual professional voice recording devices.


How close do you have to sit to get a good recording ?

[KorruptioN]

I have my heart set on an Asus V6J.

http://www.digit-life.com/articles2/portopc/asus-v6j.html

[Cyber6]

I have my heart set on an Asus V6J.

http://www.digit-life.com/articles2/portopc/asus-v6j.html



You .. me .. and everyone else.. :D


... Actually .. I don't care much for the Centrino DUO .. I'll be happy with the V6A ... drool... ;)

[SergesPlace]

I have my heart set on an Asus V6J.

http://www.digit-life.com/articles2/portopc/asus-v6j.html
That's a beauty but no widescreen?

[KorruptioN]

That's a beauty but no widescreen?
Don't need it. It's got more resolution than many widescreen notebooks anyway (1400x1050, versus 1280x800).

[SergesPlace]

Don't need it. It's got more resolution than many widescreen notebooks anyway (1400x1050, versus 1280x800).
Even knowing that i can have a screen with better res i still can't go without a widescreen anymore. Even if it happens to be cheaper i still can't do it. Anyone else feel that way?

[yuwing8]

How close do you have to sit to get a good recording ?

I sit at the front rows if the prof doesn't use a mic. if the lecture hall has good loud speakers and the prof uses a mic then u can sit anywhere (just not near students who talk)

The only thing bad about it is that if you sit near students who talk a lot then u're going to pick them up as well.

But most of the time i sit in the front row cuz i concentrate better, record better and take better notes :d

the mic on the ibook is one of the best! I know people with asus or fujitsu laptops that cannot record as great quality as my ibook can. it's like a 5 vs 1 ratio in quality.

if you're in uni or college, this is the best laptop for education!

6 hour battery life (lowest brightness level, no wifi, no Bluetooth) = good for 6 classes in a row without outlet. with wifi, maybe 5:40-45 hours. I love it!


G4 Powerbook is going down. only thing is has is slightly higher specs, a great keyboard and quality build. :cheesygri also has really low battery life 3:30-4? hours

[TnT_Tyler]

I"ve got a W5Ae, my old notebook was stolen (Compal CL56) I miss that notebook, anyways I love my W5A to death so small and sexy (Black version)

I also built a Z62F for my Dad based on the Core duo cpu which is very nice, although the screen on the Z62F isn't quite as bright as the screen on my notebook.

My ideal Asus notebook will be the W3J when its released (Stuff is hard to get in Canada) Core Duo and X1600 graphics in a 5lb package :D

[coriolis]

5.5lbs, 5lbs with travelers drawer ;)

And I llove my V6va, I don't care about widescreen as much, though the extra pixels are nice ;)

[Kasakato]

Looking at a budget 3503WLCi. Any comments about it?

[Cyber6]

Looking at a budget 3503WLCi. Any comments about it?


Yeah.. maybe you should create an Acer thread to ask about it.


C.

[Kasakato]

Yeah.. maybe you should create an Acer thread to ask about it.


C.
:lol: Woops. Getting Acer and Asus confused.

Whats a good entry Asus model?

[coriolis]

Their lower end 'A' series(like the A6jc, etc.) is lower end, but will still be expensive compared to low end models from Dell, Acer, etc.

Pretty much, you get what you pay for!

[Sting]

I have set my z70va screen saver to blank ... I have notice that when my screen saver kicks in ... I see some backlight problem with my screen. I see white light around the right edge of the screen, from top to bottom ...
Is this normal because I have seen the dell threads where a lot of people are concern with backlight issues with their LCD monitors? Is this something I should be worried about with my Asus ...

can i return it or exchange perhaps if it is an issue ??

thanks

[KorruptioN]

All LCDs exhibit some backlight leakage.

[gizmo8]

Does ASUS make a 15.4 white colour laptop?.if so what is the model number.

[coriolis]

The iBook. ;)


If ASUS Branded, then the W5f is the only 'white' coloured one

[SergesPlace]

All LCDs exhibit some backlight leakage.
You know, i'm starting to believe that

[B0000rt]

The M6BNe's right hinge is starting to become loose.

Anyone ever opened it up to tighten them before?

[SergesPlace]

The M6BNe's right hinge is starting to become loose.
Anyone ever opened it up to tighten them before?
Can anyone help this guy?

I have added some pics of the Z63A HERE (http://ca.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/sergeedefrances/album?.dir=/6664re2) if there's anyone who's interested in perhaps purchasing a Z63a notebook :)

[Cyber6]

Can anyone help this guy?

I have added some pics of the Z63A HERE (http://ca.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/sergeedefrances/album?.dir=/6664re2) if there's anyone who's interested in perhaps purchasing a Z63a notebook :)


Hey Serge.. How come your Z63a has W3 written on the LCD case? ;)

[SergesPlace]

Hey Serge.. How come your Z63a has W3 written on the LCD case? ;)
Didn't you know? I'm special ;)

[coriolis]

The Z63a's real name is the W3a ;) If only the W3z made it here, now thats a slick looking laptop :D

ASUS N.A. just likes to rename models :p

Z70va = M6va, Z83v = A7v, etc.

BTW, about the hinge, best if you ask the guys at www.notebookreview.com forums or CanadaSys's forums, www.notebookforum.ca

[SergesPlace]

The Z63a's real name is the W3a ;) If only the W3z made it here, now thats a slick looking laptop :D

ASUS N.A. just likes to rename models :p

Z70va = M6va, Z83v = A7v, etc.

BTW, about the hinge, best if you ask the guys at www.notebookreview.com forums or CanadaSys's forums, www.notebookforum.ca
This is true. However if you purchase a Z63a you will not get one with the W3 logo on it. That appears on the prebuilt W3a notebook. I think that's what cyber6 was eluding to

[Cyber6]

This is true. However if you purchase a Z63a you will not get one with the W3 logo on it. That appears on the prebuilt W3a notebook. I think that's what cyber6 was eluding to


Right on the nose. The W3 logo is reserved to only the white box systems. The Built on Asus will not have any reference to the original chassis.

Since the Z63 is a built on Asus, then.. Serge is right.. he must be very special to get a Z63a with a W3 logo on it. :D :D




Edit: Hey Coriolis.. when you decide to upgrade.. I want first dibs on your system.. ;)

[KorruptioN]

My new favourite:

http://usa.asus.com/products4.aspx?l1=5&l2=61&l3=0&model=1095&modelmenu=1
http://www.ncix.com/products/index.php?sku=18502&vpn=90NF7A831326501L51&manufacture=ASUS&promoid=1047

1.83GHz Yonah
1GB DDR2
GeForce Go7600 (!!)
14" WXGA (1280x800)

It is perfect.

[coriolis]

I saw it in store at CanadaSys a few days ago, awesome machine, 3Dmark05 hit 3800+ !!

Its all plastic, but wow, it doesn't get hot AT ALL. The fans were on, and hot air was coming out, but I felt NO heated areas on the laptop sans the bottom.


And my baby? Noooooo!!! I am in love with the screen, I'll never own another laptop without IPS.....perhaps I may get a ThinkPad next haha, since they have FlexView(same as IPS).

[GeorgY]

Does anyone know where I can get a replacement battery for Asus Z63A?

Or is anyone possibly selling theirs?

[coriolis]

Try www.estore.asus.com, I think thats the site...

If not, google ASUS estore.

Or you can get it from a dealer.

[Pricyber]

anyone seen the Asus G1 yet? its Sexy.

[JLee]

anyone seen the Asus G1 yet? its Sexy.

I want one now...

[Pricyber]

I want one now...

but too bad is green, kinda too COOL for a laptop lol.. i perfer black or something darker, but well its for gaming

[Lone_Prodigy]

Might as well bump this. New Santa Rosa laptops.

http://usa.asus.com/news_show.aspx?id=6745

Thinking about the A8SC-A1. $1429 at NCIX.

[wifi]

I have a A8J for a year now...
CoreDuo 1.66/1G/80GB/DVD+/-RW/14.1 WXGA/Builtin Camera/Mic/
Paid around $1300 at that time.

A good Notebook, only drawback is the speakers are not that good. Nothing compared to HP/Compaq's JBL speakers or Toshiba's Harman Kardon speakers

[advanceghost]

How do the Asus compare with Sony laptops?

[impruv]

Anyone have a asus f9j? How good is it? Is it sexy like most asus.