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Re: [RT] LAPTOPS/ TRADESTATION

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Charles,
 
I am the same way about HP -- my first one was bought new and similar
to Earl I had some problems but they were fixed in a minimum of time.
 
Unfortunately, on the first one I did not know that you really need to backup
on a disk that is the equivalent of the one in the laptop and I lost everything.
 
When the disk crashed again, this time I had the backup on an identical drive
to what was in the HP and in 10 minutes after getting it back I was up with
my "old" drive.  BACKUP IS VERY IMPORTANT.
 
My last machine was a refurb at about 33% off list and runs like a charm.
 
Once you start using a laptop you will never return to the "big" machines.
 
I have 3 laptops and 3 "big" machines in a network here at the office and
with the exception of one of the desktops, EVERYTHING is done on
the laptops.
 
GO LAPTOPS ! ! !
 
Clyde
 
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2005 2:25 PM
Subject: Re: [RT] LAPTOPS/ TRADESTATION

I appreciate the favor of your valued feedback Earl.  I'll look seriously at Dell.
 
Chas
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From: EAdamy
Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2005 2:24 PM
Subject: Re: [RT] LAPTOPS/ TRADESTATION

When I used desktops, I built my own because I knew how and I could purchase the very best of components, install they with ease, and handle the repairs from spare parts.
 
When I switched to laptops I went with Dell (8000) and a 3 year home service warranty. Laptops are virtually impossible to handle with self-repair and replacement screens are a fortune. When I needed an inexpensive laptop for my wife, I did the same (2350). When it came time to replace my 3 year old Dell with a new one I did the same thing (8500 @ 1920x1200) except I was able to buy a 4 year warranty. When this laptop is 3 years old, I will sell it on eBay with a year of warranty remaining and purchase another Dell.
 
Why do I stick with Dell ... because I do everything on my laptop and when it breaks I want it fixed immediately. I have had 1 screen, 1 keyboard, 1 dial-up modem, and 1 disk drive replaced so has it been worth it ... YES. Also, I paid $2,100+- for that first laptop and sold it on eBay for $750 with a month of warranty remaining which is a lot more than I would have gotten for a no-name brand with no transferable warranty.
 
And believe me once you have a laptop you will use it more than you think. Aside from travel, mine goes everywhere around the house ... on my lap in the easy chair and to the deck in my lounge chair.
 
Earl
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2005 1:02 PM
Subject: [RT] LAPTOPS/ TRADESTATION

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I'd surely value any feedback I can get regards this issue.  I'm looking at the Fijitsu 3511 vs the Averatech 6100A.
(15.4" screen)  Both these models pretty well meet the specs I think I'll need. 
 
Thoughts or comments re the necessity or luxury of a 17" screen?
 
I now have TradeStation and it would only be used like on trips to monitor the market, visit relevent websites and place orders over the internet.  Someone posted the pro-star info to another list; but they appear to be somewhat pricy for someone like myself who has never owned a laptop.
 
Thank you for any thoughts or comments.
 
Chas

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