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Is this laptop good enough?

DjCity 1:00 PM - 18 August, 2010
I have been having issues with my current laptop (See profile for specs). It has been going to 100% usage anytime it feels like it. I don't know why.
I am seriously thinking about purchasing the laptop below.
Will this laptops specs run serato itch with the NS7 FLAWLESSLY?

Asus G71GX-RX05 Notebook PC - Intel core 2 Duo P8700 2.53GHz, 6GB DDR2, 500GB HDD, DVDRW, 17.1 WXGA+, HDMI, eSATA, Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit

I am not familiar with this brand.

Specifications
Display Type: WXGA+ TFT active matrix
Screen Size: 17.1"
Maximum Resolution: 1440 x 900
Memory Type: DDR2
Memory Size: 6GB
Memory Speed: PS2-6400
Memory Slots (Total): 3
Memory Slots (Filled): 3
Memory Slots (Available): 0
Maximum Memory Supported: 6GB
Capacity: 500GB
HDD/SSD Drives Included: 1x 500GB
Drive Types: Hard Drive
Hard Drive Speed: 5400 RPM
Drive Bays: 2 (1 HDD Installed)
Processor Brand: Intel
Processor Class: Core 2 Duo
Processor Type: Dual-Core
Processor Speed: 2.53GHz
Processor Number: P8700
Lifestyle: Gaming
Desktop Replacement
Entertainment
Operating Systems: Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit
Startup Operating System: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit
Platform: Laptop
Expansion Ports: 1 - Express Card Slot
Graphics Description: Dedicated Graphics
GPU/VPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M
Video Memory: 1GB GDDR3 VRAM
Video Interface: HDMI
VGA
Optical Drive: DVD Super Multi Burner
Supplemental Drive Type: Media Reader
Capacity: 8-in-1
Media Types: Memory Stick
Smart Media
Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick PRO
Multi Media Card
xD Picture Card
mini SD w/ adapter
Secure Digital
Audio Description: Integrated Audio
Audio Channels: Altec Lansing speakers
Built-in 4 speakers
Integrated Microphone: Yes
PS/2 Mouse Connectors: N/A
PS/2 Keyboard Connectors: N/A
Serial Communication Ports: N/A
Parallel Ports: N/A
USB Ports (Total): 4
FireWire Ports: 1
Fast Infrared Ports (FIR): N/A
LAN Ports: 1
Modem Ports: N/A
Audio Out Jacks: 2
Line In Jacks: N/A
Microphone Jacks: 1
VGA Ports: 1
DVI Video: N/A
HDMI Ports: 1
S-Video Connectors: N/A
Port Replicator/Connector: N/A
eSATA Ports: 1
Communications Description: Integrated LAN
Wireless LAN
Interface Type: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
802.11b/g/n Wireless Networking
Data Transfer Rate: 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN
up to 300Mbps
Protocols: WIFI
802.11b
802.11g
802.11n
Width: 16.2"
Height: 2.0"
Depth: 11.8"
Weight: 8.8 lbs
Mouse Type: TouchPad™ Pointing Device
Buttons: 2
Scrolling Capability: Scroll Zone
Keyboard Type: 88-key Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard: No
Battery Type: 8-Cell Lithium-ion
Color: Black

Is this good enough? If not, please let me know what to look for. I'm not a cpu geek, i'm just a DJ.

THANK YOU
DjCity 1:13 PM - 18 August, 2010
Would this laptop work?

Dell Inspiron 1764 Notebook PC - Intel Core i3 2.10GHz, 4GB DDR3, 500GB HDD, DVDRW, 17.3" Display, Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit

Specifications
Display Type: HD WLED TrueLife Display
Screen Size: 17.3"
Maximum Resolution: 1600 x 900
Memory Type: DDR3
Memory Size: 4GB
Memory Speed: 1066MHz
Memory Slots (Total): 2
Memory Slots (Filled): 2
Memory Slots (Available): 0
Maximum Memory Supported: 4GB
Capacity: 500GB
HDD/SSD Drives Included: 1x 500GB
Drive Types: Hard Drive
Hard Drive Speed: 5400 RPM
Drive Bays: 1 HDD
Processor Brand: Intel
Processor Class: Core i3
Processor Type: Dual-Core
Processor Speed: 2.10GHz
Lifestyle: Entertainment
Operating Systems: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit
Startup Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Platform: Laptop
Expansion Ports: N/A
Graphics Description: Integrated Graphics
GPU/VPU: Intel HD Graphics
Optical Drive: DVD Super Multi Burner
Supplemental Drive Type: Media Reader
Capacity: Multi-In-1
Media Types: Memory Stick
Memory Stick PRO
Multi Media Card
xD Picture Card
Secure Digital
Hi-Density Secure Digital
Hi-Capacity Secure Digital
Audio Description: Integrated Audio
Audio Chipset: SRS Premium Sound
High-Definition Audio
Audio Channels: Built-in Stereo Speakers
Integrated Microphone: Yes
PS/2 Mouse Connectors: N/A
PS/2 Keyboard Connectors: N/A
Serial Communication Ports: N/A
Parallel Ports: N/A
USB Ports (Total): 4
Fast Infrared Ports (FIR): N/A
LAN Ports: 1
Modem Ports: N/A
Audio Out Jacks: 1
Line In Jacks: N/A
Microphone Jacks: 1
VGA Ports: 1
DVI Video: N/A
HDMI Ports: 1
S-Video Connectors: N/A
Port Replicator/Connector: N/A
eSATA Ports: N/A
Communications Description: Integrated LAN
Integrated Wireless LAN
Interface Type: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
802.11g mini-card
Data Transfer Rate: 54 Mbps
10/100 Ethernet
Protocols: WIFI
802.11g
Width: 16.54"
Height: 0.81"~1.31"
Depth: 10.87"
Weight: 6.35 lbs
Mouse Type: TouchPad™ Pointing Device
Buttons: 2
Keyboard Type: Standard Size
Backlit Keyboard: No
Battery Type: 9-Cell Lithium-ion
Biometrics: Slot for Security Lock
Color: Black

Would this laptop be better than the one in the previous post? This Dell is an i3 with 4GB of memory while the Asus has an intel processor and 6GB memory.

I really need the input from you people that know about this stuff.

Thanks in advance.
KLH 3:22 PM - 18 August, 2010
All of the above would exceed the minimum specs for running ITCH.

Keep in mind that Serato recommends running on MacBooks or Macbook Pros because Serato can test the configurations - because MB/MBP configurations don't vary.

It is unreasonable to expect Serato to test every combination of Windows PC and laptop out there. As such, you will have to try it for yourself.

-KLH
DjCity 3:33 PM - 18 August, 2010
Wish I could but I can't afford MBP. Just got off the phone with Numark and they said that the Asus (1st post) is extremely good for itch and NS7. Way exceeds min specs.

Intel core 2 Duo P8700 Processor
3MB L2 cashe
2.53GHz
6GB DDR2 memory

The guy said that I will be able to run itch with NS7 and NSFX flawlessly for years to come.

Just ordered the laptop. Will post how it works out after i've had some time with it.

Thanks for the input
KLH 3:36 PM - 18 August, 2010
^ Just remember, it's the DRIVERS in Windows that causes the instability and performance problems, not Windows itself. It's usually the video and network drivers that wreak the havoc. I'm sure that you'll be fine though. Just let us know if it all works out.

Good luck.

-KLH
czar 3:39 PM - 18 August, 2010
even thought I agree with KLH on configuration. Serato has already added many many systems to their list of computers already.

if your computer meets the specifications for Itch then it is a software configuration issue.

have you tried opening a help ticket? If you still want to waste ur money on a new computer can you ship me ur current computer for free? I can def use it =]

macs will give you head aches as well just look on the forum. no computer is fool proof.

It wont matter what computer you have if you dont know how to get the juice out of it. By the looks of it your computer knowledge is limited; I can tell because you provided with specifications about the computers that are irrelevant to the use of Itch.

Please open a help ticket. Sbangs is the man you need to try to get.

Please note that I am not in any way criticizing you or belittling you for not knowing how to configure your computer. I am pointing out the way to fix your issues. =]

wish you luck. some people u might want to talk to is also the guy s/n subdriven. =]

good luck.
DjCity 3:52 PM - 18 August, 2010
Hey czar

My current laptop almost meets specs for itch and NS7. The issue is with the cashe. I have L1 cashe when specs call for L2 cashe. This is NOT included in the min specs posting from serato. My current laptop meets all min specs except that one.

I'm still gonna get my current existing laptop running as good as it can and use it as a backup laptop and for home use but as long as everything goes well with the new laptop...IMMA BE HAPPY.

Fingers crossed.
Dj cuervo 3:58 PM - 18 August, 2010
I would create a partition with Win Xp Pro. I've seen better results with XP over Vista and WIn 7. I was just was not comfortable with Windows so I purchase a MAC. Win 7 and Vista has too many driver conflicts issues. Good luck.
czar 4:05 PM - 18 August, 2010
it appears ur computer already has L2

support.gateway.com

it has 1 mb of it while in 2010 the minimum u can get is 2 mb (mostly)

I also see that the computer has Mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500

Those intel graphic chips are hated by many including me. they consume ur resources like u had nothing better to spend them on.

good luck to you.
czar 4:07 PM - 18 August, 2010
btw nothing that cant be fixed by configuring your system from control panel and other options. (again most of the times) some times something is really bad (hardware wise) but that is rare...
czar 4:21 PM - 18 August, 2010
it is recommended that you have a clean windows install configured properly. there are very good guides in this forum and around the net. =]

serato.com

serato.com

www.cosmicboogie.co.uk

learning and reading is the name of the game. again KLH is right that MAC has only "one" configuration but mac will cause issues as well. some keywords worth looking up and learning about are bloatware, services, processes.

because u r staying in windows u should learn about it. just remember that windows and mac both work for many users and for many uses nothing works until they learn what they are doing wrong. =] ok thats all my ranting see u soon!
Dj Beware 7:57 PM - 18 August, 2010
Quote:
Wish I could but I can't afford MBP. Just got off the phone with Numark and they said that the Asus (1st post) is extremely good for itch and NS7. Way exceeds min specs.

Intel core 2 Duo P8700 Processor
3MB L2 cashe
2.53GHz
6GB DDR2 memory

The guy said that I will be able to run itch with NS7 and NSFX flawlessly for years to come.

Just ordered the laptop. Will post how it works out after i've had some time with it.

Thanks for the input


How much was it?
DjCity 8:01 PM - 18 August, 2010
In the neighborhood of $750
djfrancov 9:12 PM - 18 August, 2010
you are better of buying a used mackbook than buying a pc...you can get a used macbook for 500-600 buck. trust me ...is the way to go.
DjCity 9:36 PM - 18 August, 2010
In the future I will buy a MBP. I'm not gonna buy a used one. I won't know the history of it and they are waaaaay too expensive to fix if something is wrong with it or if something goes wrong with it.

I've seen many on ebay and other places that have had issues that require $400 and up to fix. If I buy one for $500 and have to fix it later for $400...That's $900.

Not worth the risk or the expense. There is an old saying....
Poor people can't afford to buy cheap things.
casket hands 1:09 AM - 19 August, 2010
I love my asus. the company makes motherboards and I find they are fairly light on the tacky paintjobs and useless add-ons (both hardware and software.)
DjCity 2:52 AM - 24 August, 2010
How about this???

Model Name: MacBook Pro
Model Identifier: MacBookPro1,2
Processor Name: Intel Core Duo
Processor Speed: 2.16 GHz
Number Of Processors: 1
Total Number Of Cores: 2
L2 Cache: 2 MB
Memory: 2 GB
Bus Speed: 667 MHz
Hard Drive: 120GB

Good enough?
DjCity 10:27 AM - 24 August, 2010
Really need to know asap. Supposed to buy it this evening.

So...

Good enough?
djfrancov 10:42 AM - 24 August, 2010
yes..
djfrancov 10:42 AM - 24 August, 2010
just upgrade the memory to 4 gb