Time for a new Laptop
It’s time for me to start looking for a new laptop. I plan on using it for just general computer stuff, surfing the web, emailing, etc, and as an entertainment center. When I say entertainment center ...
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greenrvgreen wrote:
The OP should be aware that the product linked has no OS, DRAM or hard drive, and that an external USB DVD player will be required to install the OS. Those items can add $600 to the price tag--before purchase of the tuner.
Before the OP jumps into a project like this I would strongly recommend taking a look at the current notebook and assessing exactly what is deficient in its performance.
If the tuner is the focus here, buy it and hook it up to your current laptop and decide if the next step is really worth another $600.
Moreover, there is no guarrantee that the new mini will outperform the old laptop. Most of these minis are sold to enthusiasts who have a different measure of success--a lot of these units get bought just for the fun of working on them.
As far as the monitor goes, it sounds like a fine choice. If I were choosing a new monitor I would see if I could get one (cheap) with the VEESA-standard bolt holes in the back. This will make it much easier to mount on a rack or directly to the wall. It will still have a stand.
Good luck!
GreenRV:
Yes, I know that I have to install components for a complete package. One of the things that's attractive to me is tha size of the package.
A laptop will eat up a lot of desk space and at best a 17" screen. The mini will free up the desk top and with a 24" monitor provide much better media viewing.
The model I'm looking at is a 'mount on wall', perfect for my application.
