Recent content by stateofmind

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    Setup advise: Main PC + multiple console

    Hi Not sure it's the right place, but I'll explain: how can several people use the same PC (Windows) easily, no cables? Are there any devices that let you connect as a console to a main PC (powerful enough) without costing much?
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    Website with comprehensive database of all laptops?

    Now I see that the product part, even though it looks good, is not updated But I tried their movies discoverer and it's pretty nice actually!
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    Website with comprehensive database of all laptops?

    There are several. Not sure how comprehensive they are beyond the basic technical stuff, but: 1. notebookcheck has quite a lot in their database, and they include full reviews from their sites or other sites (you can choose) 2. laptopmedia has some new system. Lots of ads, but perhaps you can...
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    Looking for recommendations for a "best value" beater laptop ...

    You might have to wait for a low price though. There was someone at eBay selling his e7450 for $250 few days ago. Can't see it anymore.. Always ask if the warranty is transferable and make sure its the FHD model
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    Looking for recommendations for a "best value" beater laptop ...

    1. I have the 7440 - a very nice machine indeed. The next versions don't have the nice dedicated buttons for sound and power which are comfortable 2. I would suggest trying to find these with an SSD + IPS display. It's worth it 3. Also, try to get the Dell e7450 for $200-$250, the 5th gen is an...
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    New Laptop came with GTX 1050ti

    That was a nice deal indeed. The 8th gen CPUs won't improve gaming performance anyway About the touchpad - usually the buttons are integrated under the hood, at the bottom. Try it
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    New laptop for work/casual gaming, how important is the processor??

    I would actually consider the Dell 7577 which can now be found for around $700-$750.. Yes, you'll get an I5-7300HQ (4C/4T), but it will be faster for gaming than an I9 + GTX 1050 Ti, say.
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    [Requesting advice] Tiny device for notebook purposes

    Don't get so mad. It's not about the wording, it's about the functionality. A keyboard, AC power-in hole and a two color energy efficient display. That's all. I want to keep some passwords not on my pc or any pc that can connect to the internet and I want it to be reliable. old cheap...
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    [Requesting advice] Tiny device for notebook purposes

    Thanks man I understand. Perhaps I'd go with a small laptop. I just hoped for something a lot more reliable, small, and secure. I think about a device that looks like the old handheld (digital) dictionary Thanks anyway, I appreciate your effort!!
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    [Requesting advice] Tiny device for notebook purposes

    Hi I'm looking for a device for solely note taking, but with more security (encrypted and requiring login) Don't want a laptop, but something small, reliable, to save some sensitive data (which is currently on my pc) without it being able to connect to the web or be easily hacked It doesn't...
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    Laptop Advice Needed

    Oh, consider a refurbished/new Dell E7470/E7480. Usually you can find those for $500-$600 on eBay, including a 256GB SSD, 1080p IPS display and an I5. Got like 5 of these (not all together) to friends and family and another one for myself (already an "old" E7470). They all come with around 3...
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    E-MU drivers for Windows 10? XLR mic doesn't work

    Thanks, appreciates your help very much I just wonder, maybe some small configuration change somewhere could make the XLR work. Otherwise it works well and it is a good product, hardware-wise:\
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    E-MU drivers for Windows 10? XLR mic doesn't work

    Seems so. I guess that a batch of E-MU owners could sue, but who have time for that any suggestions then?
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    E-MU drivers for Windows 10? XLR mic doesn't work

    Yes, I know, but what should one do? I don't get it.. I can't even find the Windows 8 drivers..
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    E-MU drivers for Windows 10? XLR mic doesn't work

    Hi all! I need help with E-MU 0204 USB device and drivers for Windows 10 - can't find anything updated on the web. The ones I find allow me to use it as a soundcard, but I can't use my XLR microphone. The mic does work with other systems, so it's fine. I've tried contacting the E-MU tech...