Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Dell Inspiron 14 (N4050) Notebook Specifications

Dell Inspiron 14 (N4050) Notebook Specifications

With the Inspiron N4050 14 Laptop (Dell Inspiron 14 N4050 DVD Drive) Handle daily tasks easily and stay connected2 from almost anywhere This compact, responsive laptop gives you easy access to your favorite music, photos and videos, making life on the go simple and fun.

Operating System Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 64bit (English)
Memory 4GB 1 DIMM (4GB x1) DDR3 1333Mhz
Display 14.0″(35.6cm) HD WLED True-Life (1366×768)
Processor
  • Intel Pentium B950 processor (2.10GHz,1333,2M cache)
  • 2nd generation Intel Core i3-2330M processor 2.20 GHz
  • 2nd generation Intel Core i5-2430M processor 2.40 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 3.00 GHz

Chipset Intel HM67 Express Chipset
Video Card
  • Intel(R) HD Graphics
  • Intel HD Graphics 3000
  • AMD Radeon HD 6470M – 1GB

Audio and Speakers Dell Audio – 2 spkrs @ 2.0W ea
Hard Drive Up to 500GB3 SATA hard drive (5400RPM)
Laptop DVD+/-RW Drive Tray-load DVD+/-RW : Dell Inspiron 1410 DVD Drive, Dell Inspiron 14 AMD M4040 DVD Drive
Power 6 cell 2.2 AHr Li-Ion Battery
Camera 1.3MP Integrated Webcam w/ built-in analogue microphone
Wireless
  • Bluetooth Options:
  • Optional Combo Dell Wireless Card 802.11b/g/n, BT3.0+HS
  • Wi-Fi Options:
  • Standard Dell Wireless TM 802.11b/g/n
Ports & Slots
  • (1) VGA Port
  • (1) Microphone Jack
  • (1) Headphone Jack Kensington Lock 3-in-1 Memory Card Reader
  • (1) HDMI
  • (3) USB 2.0
  • (1) Ethernet / RJ45

Dell Inspiron 14 3420 DVD Drive Dell Inspiron 14 AMD M4010 DVD Drive 
Dell Inspiron 14 N4050 Specs & Optical Drive

Monday, December 24, 2012

Windows 8 Upgrade Instructions for Sony Vaio Laptops

Windows 8 Upgrade Instructions for Sony Vaio Laptops

Things to know before you upgrade:



Click here for the list of applications that may not function as usual or will be removed upon installation of Windows 8.
To enable video playback of your Blu-ray/DVD player under Windows 8, you will need to update your Blu-ray/DVD driver and software. There are a variety of free and fee-based options you can choose from which are available for download.
Perform the upgrade:
  • Step 1 - Prepare your PC before installing Windows 8
    1) Make sure your VAIO PC is supported for Windows 8 and get drivers.
    2) Visit the Microsoft Compatibility Center to find out if your installed applications and devices are compatible with Windows 8.
    3) Remove any third party devices from your PC.
    4) Make sure your PC is plugged into a working power outlet. Do not use battery power while performing this process.
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    5) Create Recovery Media (Strongly Recommended) Recovery media is part of the recommended process to perform the Upgrade/Clean Install Recovery media also enables you to return your PC back to the original OS if necessary.
    6) Perform a backup of your data (Strongly Recommended)
    7) Make sure you have the Product Keys for any of your software that requires one for installation (example: Norton Anti-Virus, Kaspersky, Microsoft Office)
    8) Perform a System Recovery (Strongly Recommended)
    Performing a recovery of your PC reduces the possibility of issues occurring with the Windows 8 installation, and also ensures the recovery media works properly in case you need it later. 9) Uninstall certain application and drivers.
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  • Step 2 - Get a copy of Windows 8 from Microsoft or a local retailer
  • Step 3 - Install the Windows 8 Operating System
  • Step 4 - Install drivers, applications and utilities on your PC after installing Windows 8
To see more details on the http://esupport.sony.com/US/p/support-info.pl?info_id=1194.

Sony Vaio Optical Drive Information

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Sony Vaio Duo 11 Win 8

Sony Vaio Duo 11 Win 8 Overview

Sony's Windows 8-based Vaio Duo 11 (Sony VAIO VPCCA2S1E/ DVD Drive) is the Japanese manufacturer's best shot to date at providing tablet functionality in an interesting form factor, but I'm still not convinced.Like the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13, Asus Taichi and Toshiba Satellite U925t, the Vaio Duo 11 Sony VAIO VGN-BZ1 DVD Drive has a gimmick. In the Duo's case it's a touchscreen tablet with a slider keyboard design that sets it apart from traditional notebook designs that simply have touchscreens.
The design is uncomfortable in other ways, too. The base extends beyond the display, so the sides of the device feel jagged and uneven. Our thumbs usually settled on the extended lower half, and this put extra weight on our fingers gripping the Sony VAIO VPCCW1S1T/L DVD Drive device from behind. The design is also rather inelegant: there’s a lot going on behind the display, with ribbon cables attaching the tilted panel to the base. We know, we know: having an exposed hinge system is pretty much a given with sliders, but other devices like the MSI S20 at least manage to look a little less messy.
Sony unveiled the VAIO Duo 11 hybrid laptop Sony VAIO VPCEH3A4R DVD Drive in Singapore on October 11, 2012. The Duo 11 hybrid (Figure A) is an ultrabook with a sliding 11.6-inch LCD display (Figure B) that switches the device between slate and keyboard mode. Its full-HD (1920×1080) touch sensitive screen allows for touch input or use of the digitizer stylus that comes with the package. laptop dvd drive burner

Sony Vaio Duo 11 Specs

  • Processor: Intel Core i7-3517U or Intel Core i5-3317U
  • Operating system: Windows 8 or Windows 8 Pro
  • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4000
  • Memory: 4 GB or 8 GB DDR3L 1600MHz SDRAM
  • Drive: 128 GB or 256 GB SSD
  • Screen: 11.6-inch capacitive touchscreen @ 1920×1080
  • Dimensions: 320 x 17.85 x 199mm
  • Weight: 1.3kg
  • Sony DVD Drive: Sony VAIO VGN-CS31ZR/R DVD Drive
  • Ports: HDMI, VGA, Gigabit Ethernet, 2x USB 3.0, Headphones port
  • Memory expansion: Combo Memory Stick Duo/SD Memory card slot
  • Other: Bluetooth 4.0, WLAN 802.11a/b/g/n, Multiple sensors: NFC, GPS, Accelerometer, Gyro, Digital Compass, backlit keyboard

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Sony Vaio VGN-AW31M/H

Sony Vaio VGN-AW31M/H Value for money is subjective with a laptop like this, but there's no denying the Sony Vaio VGN-AW31M/H is a large, beautiful desktop replacement.We recently reviewed one end of the desktop-replacement laptop spectrum in the shape of the £410 Toshiba Satellite L350 and now here's the other -- the Sony Vaio VGN-AW31M/H. With an 18.4-inch screen, this is one serious slab of Sony technology and it has a price tag to match: £1,100. Value for money is subjective with a laptop like this, but there's no denying the Sony Vaio VGN-AW31M/H is a large, beautiful desktop replacement. The specification falls short of stunning considering the price, but it's still a very capable performer and few laptops this massive look as lovely as this Single Review, online available, Long.
Pros: Huge, high-resolution screen Superb keyboard Sophisticated good looks Bad
Cons: Core specification could be higher at this price
The 18.4-inch screen is clearly one of the reasons for the Sony Vaio VGN-AW31M/H's high price. Not only is it huge for a laptop, but it has an equally expansive widescreen resolution of 1,680x945 pixels.

Sony Vaio VGN-AW31M/H Specs:
  • Product type: Desktop replacement
  • CPU type: Core 2 Duo P8700
  • Sony Vaio VGN-AW31M/H Optical Drive: Sony VAIO VGN-AW31M/H DVD Drive
    Write: CD-R x16, CD-RW x10, DVD-R DL x4, DVD-R x8, DVD-RW x4, DVD+R DL x4, DVD+R x8, DVD+RW x4, DVD-RAM x5
    Read: CD-ROM x24, CD-R x24, CD-RW x24, DVD x8, DVD-R DL x6, DVD-R x8, DVD-RW x6, DVD+R DL x6, DVD+R x8, DVD+RW x6, DVD-RAM x5, BD-ROM x2, BD-Rx2, BD-RE x2, BD-RE DL x2, BD-R DL x2
  • Compatible with: Sony VAIO VGN-AW31S/B DVD Drive Sony VAIO VGN-AW31XY/Q DVD Drive Sony VAIO VGN-AW31ZJ/B DVD Drive
  • OS family: Microsoft Windows
  • Operating system:Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (SP1)
  • Available colours: Grey
  • Weight: 3900 g
  • Estimated battery life: 2 hours
  • Size (WxHxD): 437x40x289 mm
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