Recent content by fiddlestix

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    Looking for a laptop which can output to two full size monitors

    That's some great info. Thanks. Looking at the click-in dock, it is compatible with the Precision M2800 series. Are you recommending that specific dock/laptop pair, or was that just an example? Googling, there are many different Dell E-Port replicator docks. Also, the info page on the dock...
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    Looking for a laptop which can output to two full size monitors

    Thanks for the replies. I am familiar with using Windows to run multiple displays. It is definitely the hardware I am asking about. Sorry if I didn't make that clear. I don't have a particular budget on this right now. I'm trying to determine if it can be done and for how much. The machine will...
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    Looking for a laptop which can output to two full size monitors

    My job requires using two full size monitors, but I am going to need to be using a laptop going forward. Can anyone recommend a laptop or product which will allow me to use two monitors? Thanks.
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    Looking to source new build entirely from B&M - Microcenter, Fry's

    Okay. I may be stopping at MC today to buy some of the components. I notice they have low stock on some items. For example the PSU in your parts list is not available at my location. So I'm going to ask about a few alternatives. If I do decide to go with the i5-6600, what CPU cooler do you...
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    Looking to source new build entirely from B&M - Microcenter, Fry's

    Sorry for the incomplete description. The PC will primarily be used for Photoshop, office applications, web applications, software development, and light gaming. I keep a lot of windows and tabs open, so I would like to go a little overboard on RAM if it's cheap enough. I am replacing a custom...
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    Looking to source new build entirely from B&M - Microcenter, Fry's

    I'm wondering if anyone has recently built or planned out a build sourcing all components from local B&Ms. I would like to avoid the hassle of shipping and possible returns by mail. I'm in the Chicago area, so I have easy access to Microcenter and Fry's. I'm in the $600-$800 range. Gaming is...