• Off-Topic Hangout

Geek Help Needed For Gaming Laptop

  • Thread starter Thread starter Jinx
  • Start date Start date Apr 27, 2016
Prev
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Next
First Prev 4 of 5 Next Last

Jinx

I like cats, cats like me. Cats and I fully agree.
20+ Year Stangneter
Oct 2, 2003
12,166
4,237
223
Cat Country
May 17, 2016
#61
  • May 17, 2016
  • #61
DocG said:
I think I still have the key. If I remember it's on the case, will check later. Thanks! Guess I misunderstood it as available as freeware.
Click to expand...
I thought you could always contact MS for an OEM download of an OS if you had the key. In-case of catastrophic failure.
 

Noobz347

Stangnet Facilities Maint Tech... Er... Janitor
Admin Dude
Jan 4, 1985
43,421
21,629
234
Box behind Walmart
May 17, 2016
#62
  • May 17, 2016
  • #62
Jinx said:
**The Deed is Done**

Alienware 17 R3
NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 980M with 8GB GDDR5
Intel® Core™ i7-6820HK (Quad-Core, 8MB Cache, Dynamically Overclocked up to 4.1GHz)
Windows 10 Pro, 64-bit, English
17.3 inch UHD (3840 x 2160) IGZO IPS Anti-Glare 400-nits Display
32GB Dual Channel DDR4 2133Mhz
512GB PCIe SSD (Boot) + 1TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s (Storage)
Xbox 360 Wireless Controller / Black
Intel 8260 2x2 802.11ac 2.4/5GHz + Bluetooth4.1
English Backlit Keyboard, powered by AlienFX
1 Year Premium Support
Click to expand...

That looks like an absolute beast of a laptop.

DocG said:
I think I still have the key. If I remember it's on the case, will check later. Thanks! Guess I misunderstood it as available as freeware.
Click to expand...

I probably didn't specify. I think I just said downloadable.
 
Reactions: Jinx

DocG

5th graders > me. They're not bant
Sep 25, 2005
8,297
1,358
194
Cincinnati area
May 17, 2016
#63
  • May 17, 2016
  • #63
Jinx said:
I thought you could always contact MS for an OEM download of an OS if you had the key. In-case of catastrophic failure.
Click to expand...

Yeah me too. That's why when we were talking about it I thought maybe Microsoft actually let it go freeware since it's so old. Should have known better than that from MS. LOL!

Nice purchase!!!
 
Reactions: Jinx

Jinx

I like cats, cats like me. Cats and I fully agree.
20+ Year Stangneter
Oct 2, 2003
12,166
4,237
223
Cat Country
May 17, 2016
#64
  • May 17, 2016
  • #64
From what I understand... MS is discontinuing support for XP... nothing more.

I also understand Boobs...
 
Reactions: DocG

Jinx

I like cats, cats like me. Cats and I fully agree.
20+ Year Stangneter
Oct 2, 2003
12,166
4,237
223
Cat Country
May 17, 2016
#65
  • May 17, 2016
  • #65
@DocG

which version of xp are you looking for specifically?
How can I tell if it is a 32 or 64 bit install disk?
 

SF Lex

Advanced Member
Mar 8, 2016
230
125
73
CoCo County, California
May 17, 2016
#66
  • May 17, 2016
  • #66
What type of forum did i just enter, lol .. I do like Star Trek, just not sure what the heck i just saw though. Too funny. As for me, i play the PS4, can't keep up with the up to date hardware, its cheaper if i just play on my PS4. Also, they are releasing a PS4 Neo version, a 4.5 which will be releasing in October. That one is on my list because of the high graphics, and able to play with the VR. Virtual Reality is the next big thing coming out.
 

DocG

5th graders > me. They're not bant
Sep 25, 2005
8,297
1,358
194
Cincinnati area
May 17, 2016
#67
  • May 17, 2016
  • #67
Jinx said:
@DocG

which version of xp are you looking for specifically?
How can I tell if it is a 32 or 64 bit install disk?
Click to expand...

It originally had XP media 32. Are you mocking me? Lol
 

DocG

5th graders > me. They're not bant
Sep 25, 2005
8,297
1,358
194
Cincinnati area
May 17, 2016
#68
  • May 17, 2016
  • #68
SF Lex said:
What type of forum did i just enter, lol .. I do like Star Trek, just not sure what the heck i just saw though. Too funny. As for me, i play the PS4, can't keep up with the up to date hardware, its cheaper if i just play on my PS4. Also, they are releasing a PS4 Neo version, a 4.5 which will be releasing in October. That one is on my list because of the high graphics, and able to play with the VR. Virtual Reality is the next big thing coming out.
Click to expand...


You have entered the world of a Mustang forum off topic area. Here we discuss things from cars, repairs, computers, sports, and most importantly boobs. Sounds like you are not familiar with any of the above so maybe stick around and learn something.
 

Jinx

I like cats, cats like me. Cats and I fully agree.
20+ Year Stangneter
Oct 2, 2003
12,166
4,237
223
Cat Country
May 17, 2016
#69
  • May 17, 2016
  • #69
DocG said:
It originally had XP media 32. Are you mocking me? Lol
Click to expand...
No but I do have 4 copies laying around, I just can't tell if 3 of them are 32 or 64 bit OS. One is definitely 64 bit.
 

DocG

5th graders > me. They're not bant
Sep 25, 2005
8,297
1,358
194
Cincinnati area
May 17, 2016
#70
  • May 17, 2016
  • #70
Jinx said:
No but I do have 4 copies laying around, I just can't tell if 3 of them are 32 or 64 bit OS. One is definitely 64 bit.
Click to expand...

Sorry LOL! I kinda thought maybe it was one of those what type of exhaust should I run questions!

I haven't had a chance to check for my key yet. Pretty sure this model could run either one though. I wouldn't know how to determine the difference based on the disc...unless it just had it printed on it!

I won't be home to check if I still have a key until late tonight. I appreciate the help though from you and the Noobz!
 
Reactions: Jinx

Noobz347

Stangnet Facilities Maint Tech... Er... Janitor
Admin Dude
Jan 4, 1985
43,421
21,629
234
Box behind Walmart
May 17, 2016
#71
  • May 17, 2016
  • #71
DocG said:
Sorry LOL! I kinda thought maybe it was one of those what type of exhaust should I run questions!

I haven't had a chance to check for my key yet. Pretty sure this model could run either one though. I wouldn't know how to determine the difference based on the disc...unless it just had it printed on it!

I won't be home to check if I still have a key until late tonight. I appreciate the help though from you and the Noobz!
Click to expand...

It's not really a big deal unless you're running more than 4G of memory. 32 bit versions cannot access more than that. If you have a system that is capable of accepting more than 4G of system memory (not to be confused with hard drive space or size), you should be running a 64 bit OS.
 

DocG

5th graders > me. They're not bant
Sep 25, 2005
8,297
1,358
194
Cincinnati area
May 18, 2016
#72
  • May 18, 2016
  • #72
Noobz347 said:
It's not really a big deal unless you're running more than 4G of memory. 32 bit versions cannot access more than that. If you have a system that is capable of accepting more than 4G of system memory (not to be confused with hard drive space or size), you should be running a 64 bit OS.
Click to expand...

It only has 4gig. I think it would hold 8 but I have no intention of adding anymore. And I know the difference between a HD and RAM! I'm not that slow LOL!
 

Jinx

I like cats, cats like me. Cats and I fully agree.
20+ Year Stangneter
Oct 2, 2003
12,166
4,237
223
Cat Country
May 18, 2016
#73
  • May 18, 2016
  • #73
I think that years ago when our office switched from Win98 to XP Pro we also switched to the new 64bit machines. Odds are that every copy I have is 64 bit OS install.
 

Attachments

  • IMG_1232.webp
    558.7 KB · Views: 5

Noobz347

Stangnet Facilities Maint Tech... Er... Janitor
Admin Dude
Jan 4, 1985
43,421
21,629
234
Box behind Walmart
May 18, 2016
#74
  • May 18, 2016
  • #74
DocG said:
It only has 4gig. I think it would hold 8 but I have no intention of adding anymore. And I know the difference between a HD and RAM! I'm not that slow LOL!
Click to expand...

If the machine is capable of more than 4G then it should have a 64 bit OS. This allows it to handle multi-taking better than a 32 bit machine.
 

DocG

5th graders > me. They're not bant
Sep 25, 2005
8,297
1,358
194
Cincinnati area
May 18, 2016
#75
  • May 18, 2016
  • #75
I do have the key sticker still on the side of the case. It came with 2gig and I added 2. I could be wrong about it taking up to 8. It's been years since I remembered the specs of this computer LOL! I do know it was running 32bit XP though.

I'm gonna do the boot disc install. I think I can get my hands on a rom drive it use usb.

Ok last question. Should I boot to a prompt and do a full format before installing XP or just boot to the XP install.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
 

Jinx

I like cats, cats like me. Cats and I fully agree.
20+ Year Stangneter
Oct 2, 2003
12,166
4,237
223
Cat Country
May 18, 2016
#76
  • May 18, 2016
  • #76
Try to boot to the XP install. It may then ask for a full re-install or a system repair. I'd start with the repair option and go from there.
 

DocG

5th graders > me. They're not bant
Sep 25, 2005
8,297
1,358
194
Cincinnati area
May 18, 2016
#77
  • May 18, 2016
  • #77
Jinx said:
Try to boot to the XP install. It may then ask for a full re-install or a system repair. I'd start with the repair option and go from there.
Click to expand...

Thanks! Makes sense.

Now if I can just navigate Microsofts annoying website to actually find a link to download the actual XP OS and not just a bunch of other random crap. I'm about to just put a couple rounds into it and save myself the headache lol!
 

Jinx

I like cats, cats like me. Cats and I fully agree.
20+ Year Stangneter
Oct 2, 2003
12,166
4,237
223
Cat Country
May 23, 2016
#78
  • May 23, 2016
  • #78
Well the new laptop should be in this week

@DocG and on another note... I got 2 letters from Dell finances... 1 for each account So now I have a 10k credit limit with Dell Alienware. It's just a matter of waiting to find out which account I can close later.
 

DocG

5th graders > me. They're not bant
Sep 25, 2005
8,297
1,358
194
Cincinnati area
May 24, 2016
#79
  • May 24, 2016
  • #79
Jinx said:
Well the new laptop should be in this week

@DocG and on another note... I got 2 letters from Dell finances... 1 for each account So now I have a 10k credit limit with Dell Alienware. It's just a matter of waiting to find out which account I can close later.
Click to expand...

I bet you are itching for that laptop!

And LOL why does that not surprise me. Feel free to buy and send me a laptop too since they are just handing out credit.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
 

Jinx

I like cats, cats like me. Cats and I fully agree.
20+ Year Stangneter
Oct 2, 2003
12,166
4,237
223
Cat Country
May 27, 2016
#80
  • May 27, 2016
  • #80
This thing is insane!! The display clarity and colors are impressive. In the process of transferring all my old data and setting up basic software. Worth every penny!
 
Reactions: Noobz347 and DocG
Prev
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Next
First Prev 4 of 5 Next Last
You must log in or register to reply here.
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Off-Topic Hangout
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?