Latitude D-420/620 and 820 discussion - Page 13

**Sazar** · June 22nd, 2006

The chassis of the new latitudes is more durable and is definitely a stronger/less flexible build so it feels sturdier.

It has additional features and even though its marginally taller and marginally heavier, it feels lighter and thinner than the X-1.

It is faster as well because the X-1 used an older proc, the new ones are definitely faster.

Not sure if it has a fan or not, I would presume it probably has some active cooling but don't quote me on it.

The dual-core will give you a boost in performance for multi-threaded apps or for multi-tasking. Likely release date is around end july/early august.

GEN3RIC · June 23rd, 2006

On the D820 how big is the 9cell? im sick of the poor battery life of the 4 cell.. but I dont want a seriously huge battery.

**Sazar** · June 23rd, 2006

About 7 hrs.

zagat2 · June 25th, 2006

Will the core duo eat up significantly more battery life than the solo?

**Sazar** · June 25th, 2006

Power draw should be about the same.

GEN3RIC · June 26th, 2006

Originally Posted by Sazar

About 7 hrs.

No I meant how large is the 9 cell, is it bulky and protruding ??

zagat2 · July 6th, 2006

Just want to confirm that Dell, will in fact, be offering the D420 with duo processor... I am waiting to purchase.... any idea when it will be available?
Thanks.

**Sazar** · July 7th, 2006

1. Generic, it is heavier obviously and does protrude a little from the front, not the back so as to avoid blocking the i/o ports.

2. Yes, it will be available with a core duo but probably in end july/early august or so AFAIK.

GEN3RIC · July 7th, 2006

Are laptops able to upgrade CPUs? Those Core 2 Duo's are sexy.

**kcnychief** · July 7th, 2006

While it's no easy task, I would assume you'd be limited to a compatible socket-type and chipset.

Also, it would probably void your warranty fwiw.

**Henyman** · July 11th, 2006

Any idea when i can get an inspiron with core 2 duo processors?

wanna get a new laptop soon, but would like to get a core2 duo rather than just a core duo

hallie · July 12th, 2006

I'm getting ready to order the D420 and can't find anywhere on the Dell site information about the optional Media Base. I understand that the D Bay uses a cord to connect the CD-ROM/DVD drive to the computer. How is the optical drive attached to the computer via a media base? How heavy is the media base? And, maybe it will be obvious after I read your answer but why would I choose the media base over the D Bay?

Any information would be much appreciated.

aspiring420User · July 12th, 2006

Hi,

I am planning to buy D420 in next couple of weeks. I wanted to check with all of you about its computing power. I will be using it heavily for word processing and on a somewhat regular basis for some .net programming and to run some statistical programs. I would like to know whether solo core at 1.06Ghz with 1.5gb would suffice for this. Is it worthwhile to wait for dual core release? I carry my laptop with me often so need to get something light. My institution supports only latitudes and nothing else. What do you say about d620.

Will appreciate your feedback.

Thanks

aspiring420User · July 12th, 2006

Check this dell webpage which proides video on d420 and others. it will likely answer all your Qs
http://www.dell.com/content/topics/g...us&l=en&s=corp

Originally Posted by hallie

I'm getting ready to order the D420 and can't find anywhere on the Dell site information about the optional Media Base. I understand that the D Bay uses a cord to connect the CD-ROM/DVD drive to the computer. How is the optical drive attached to the computer via a media base? How heavy is the media base? And, maybe it will be obvious after I read your answer but why would I choose the media base over the D Bay?

Any information would be much appreciated.

**Sazar** · July 18th, 2006

Originally Posted by hallie

I'm getting ready to order the D420 and can't find anywhere on the Dell site information about the optional Media Base. I understand that the D Bay uses a cord to connect the CD-ROM/DVD drive to the computer. How is the optical drive attached to the computer via a media base? How heavy is the media base? And, maybe it will be obvious after I read your answer but why would I choose the media base over the D Bay?

Any information would be much appreciated.

The media base is a very thin/light attachment to the bottom of the notebook.

I personally don't need a drive but if I did I would want it integrated so yes I would choose a media base over the d-bay since the item is more practical.

Please go to the following link.

http://www.dell.com/content/products...=04&l=en&s=bsd

Where it says technology on top, click on the various options and you will see one for Mediabase. Like I said, it's flush with the system so it's the best option IMO.

**Sazar** · July 18th, 2006

Originally Posted by aspiring420User

Hi,

I am planning to buy D420 in next couple of weeks. I wanted to check with all of you about its computing power. I will be using it heavily for word processing and on a somewhat regular basis for some .net programming and to run some statistical programs. I would like to know whether solo core at 1.06Ghz with 1.5gb would suffice for this. Is it worthwhile to wait for dual core release? I carry my laptop with me often so need to get something light. My institution supports only latitudes and nothing else. What do you say about d620.

Will appreciate your feedback.

Thanks

Yes, the items you want will easily be able to run with the specs listed. You could even get away with less memory if you choose but more is always better

The 620 is a nice notebook, sturdy and has the option for a discrete video solution.

**Sazar** · July 18th, 2006

Originally Posted by Henyman

Any idea when i can get an inspiron with core 2 duo processors?

wanna get a new laptop soon, but would like to get a core2 duo rather than just a core duo

They are supposed to be dropping, perhaps, end of july or august afaik.

All depends on Intel tbh.

Btw, sorry for not responding earlier. I completely missed this thread's new posts before.

**Henyman** · July 18th, 2006

Thats ok, guesed it was gone be that sort of time anyhow

zagat2 · July 21st, 2006

Any news as to when the duo core processor will be available for the D420?

**Sazar** · July 26th, 2006

As said before, probably around end july, august. Dunno when exactly.

June 22nd, 2006	Top \| #241
Sazar F@H - Is it in you? Joined: April 2002 Location: Between Austin and Tampa Posts: 14,880 Reputation: 4110 Power: 309	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion The chassis of the new latitudes is more durable and is definitely a stronger/less flexible build so it feels sturdier. It has additional features and even though its marginally taller and marginally heavier, it feels lighter and thinner than the X-1. It is faster as well because the X-1 used an older proc, the new ones are definitely faster. Not sure if it has a fan or not, I would presume it probably has some active cooling but don't quote me on it. The dual-core will give you a boost in performance for multi-threaded apps or for multi-tasking. Likely release date is around end july/early august. Help to find cures for Alzheimer's, Mad Cow (BSE), CJD, ALS, Huntington's, Parkinson's disease, and many Cancers. Folding@Home, is it in you?

June 23rd, 2006	Top \| #242
GEN3RIC OSNN Senior Addict Joined: April 2005 Location: Woodbury, MN Posts: 634 Reputation: 260 Power: 92	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion On the D820 how big is the 9cell? im sick of the poor battery life of the 4 cell.. but I dont want a seriously huge battery.

June 23rd, 2006	Top \| #243
Sazar F@H - Is it in you? Joined: April 2002 Location: Between Austin and Tampa Posts: 14,880 Reputation: 4110 Power: 309	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion About 7 hrs. Help to find cures for Alzheimer's, Mad Cow (BSE), CJD, ALS, Huntington's, Parkinson's disease, and many Cancers. Folding@Home, is it in you?

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zagat2 OSNN Junior Addict Joined: June 2006 Posts: 6 Reputation: 0 Power: 69	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Will the core duo eat up significantly more battery life than the solo?

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Sazar F@H - Is it in you? Joined: April 2002 Location: Between Austin and Tampa Posts: 14,880 Reputation: 4110 Power: 309	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Power draw should be about the same. Help to find cures for Alzheimer's, Mad Cow (BSE), CJD, ALS, Huntington's, Parkinson's disease, and many Cancers. Folding@Home, is it in you?

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June 26th, 2006	Top \| #246
GEN3RIC OSNN Senior Addict Joined: April 2005 Location: Woodbury, MN Posts: 634 Reputation: 260 Power: 92	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Originally Posted by Sazar About 7 hrs. No I meant how large is the 9 cell, is it bulky and protruding ??

July 6th, 2006	Top \| #247
zagat2 OSNN Junior Addict Joined: June 2006 Posts: 6 Reputation: 0 Power: 69	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Just want to confirm that Dell, will in fact, be offering the D420 with duo processor... I am waiting to purchase.... any idea when it will be available? Thanks.

July 7th, 2006	Top \| #248
Sazar F@H - Is it in you? Joined: April 2002 Location: Between Austin and Tampa Posts: 14,880 Reputation: 4110 Power: 309	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion 1. Generic, it is heavier obviously and does protrude a little from the front, not the back so as to avoid blocking the i/o ports. 2. Yes, it will be available with a core duo but probably in end july/early august or so AFAIK. Help to find cures for Alzheimer's, Mad Cow (BSE), CJD, ALS, Huntington's, Parkinson's disease, and many Cancers. Folding@Home, is it in you?

July 7th, 2006	Top \| #249
GEN3RIC OSNN Senior Addict Joined: April 2005 Location: Woodbury, MN Posts: 634 Reputation: 260 Power: 92	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Are laptops able to upgrade CPUs? Those Core 2 Duo's are sexy.

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kcnychief █▄█ ▀█▄ █ Joined: April 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 16,949 Reputation: 4941 Power: 302	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion While it's no easy task, I would assume you'd be limited to a compatible socket-type and chipset. Also, it would probably void your warranty fwiw. XBOX Live Gamertag: kcnychief

July 11th, 2006	Top \| #251
Henyman Secret Goat Fetish Joined: June 2002 Location: Dorset, England Posts: More Than You Posts: 9,601 Reputation: 3548 Power: 249	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Any idea when i can get an inspiron with core 2 duo processors? wanna get a new laptop soon, but would like to get a core2 duo rather than just a core duo http://Henyman.com

July 12th, 2006	Top \| #252
hallie OSNN One Post Wonder Joined: July 2006 Posts: 1 Reputation: 0 Power: 0	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion I'm getting ready to order the D420 and can't find anywhere on the Dell site information about the optional Media Base. I understand that the D Bay uses a cord to connect the CD-ROM/DVD drive to the computer. How is the optical drive attached to the computer via a media base? How heavy is the media base? And, maybe it will be obvious after I read your answer but why would I choose the media base over the D Bay? Any information would be much appreciated.

July 12th, 2006	Top \| #253
aspiring420User OSNN Junior Addict Joined: July 2006 Posts: 2 Reputation: 0 Power: 0	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Hi, I am planning to buy D420 in next couple of weeks. I wanted to check with all of you about its computing power. I will be using it heavily for word processing and on a somewhat regular basis for some .net programming and to run some statistical programs. I would like to know whether solo core at 1.06Ghz with 1.5gb would suffice for this. Is it worthwhile to wait for dual core release? I carry my laptop with me often so need to get something light. My institution supports only latitudes and nothing else. What do you say about d620. Will appreciate your feedback. Thanks

July 12th, 2006	Top \| #254
aspiring420User OSNN Junior Addict Joined: July 2006 Posts: 2 Reputation: 0 Power: 0	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Check this dell webpage which proides video on d420 and others. it will likely answer all your Qs http://www.dell.com/content/topics/g...us&l=en&s=corp Originally Posted by hallie I'm getting ready to order the D420 and can't find anywhere on the Dell site information about the optional Media Base. I understand that the D Bay uses a cord to connect the CD-ROM/DVD drive to the computer. How is the optical drive attached to the computer via a media base? How heavy is the media base? And, maybe it will be obvious after I read your answer but why would I choose the media base over the D Bay? Any information would be much appreciated.

July 18th, 2006	Top \| #255
Sazar F@H - Is it in you? Joined: April 2002 Location: Between Austin and Tampa Posts: 14,880 Reputation: 4110 Power: 309	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Originally Posted by hallie I'm getting ready to order the D420 and can't find anywhere on the Dell site information about the optional Media Base. I understand that the D Bay uses a cord to connect the CD-ROM/DVD drive to the computer. How is the optical drive attached to the computer via a media base? How heavy is the media base? And, maybe it will be obvious after I read your answer but why would I choose the media base over the D Bay? Any information would be much appreciated. The media base is a very thin/light attachment to the bottom of the notebook. I personally don't need a drive but if I did I would want it integrated so yes I would choose a media base over the d-bay since the item is more practical. Please go to the following link. http://www.dell.com/content/products...=04&l=en&s=bsd Where it says technology on top, click on the various options and you will see one for Mediabase. Like I said, it's flush with the system so it's the best option IMO. Help to find cures for Alzheimer's, Mad Cow (BSE), CJD, ALS, Huntington's, Parkinson's disease, and many Cancers. Folding@Home, is it in you?

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July 18th, 2006	Top \| #256
Sazar F@H - Is it in you? Joined: April 2002 Location: Between Austin and Tampa Posts: 14,880 Reputation: 4110 Power: 309	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Originally Posted by aspiring420User Hi, I am planning to buy D420 in next couple of weeks. I wanted to check with all of you about its computing power. I will be using it heavily for word processing and on a somewhat regular basis for some .net programming and to run some statistical programs. I would like to know whether solo core at 1.06Ghz with 1.5gb would suffice for this. Is it worthwhile to wait for dual core release? I carry my laptop with me often so need to get something light. My institution supports only latitudes and nothing else. What do you say about d620. Will appreciate your feedback. Thanks Yes, the items you want will easily be able to run with the specs listed. You could even get away with less memory if you choose but more is always better The 620 is a nice notebook, sturdy and has the option for a discrete video solution. Help to find cures for Alzheimer's, Mad Cow (BSE), CJD, ALS, Huntington's, Parkinson's disease, and many Cancers. Folding@Home, is it in you?

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Sazar F@H - Is it in you? Joined: April 2002 Location: Between Austin and Tampa Posts: 14,880 Reputation: 4110 Power: 309	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Originally Posted by Henyman Any idea when i can get an inspiron with core 2 duo processors? wanna get a new laptop soon, but would like to get a core2 duo rather than just a core duo They are supposed to be dropping, perhaps, end of july or august afaik. All depends on Intel tbh. Btw, sorry for not responding earlier. I completely missed this thread's new posts before. Help to find cures for Alzheimer's, Mad Cow (BSE), CJD, ALS, Huntington's, Parkinson's disease, and many Cancers. Folding@Home, is it in you?

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Henyman Secret Goat Fetish Joined: June 2002 Location: Dorset, England Posts: More Than You Posts: 9,601 Reputation: 3548 Power: 249	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Thats ok, guesed it was gone be that sort of time anyhow http://Henyman.com

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zagat2 OSNN Junior Addict Joined: June 2006 Posts: 6 Reputation: 0 Power: 69	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion Any news as to when the duo core processor will be available for the D420?

July 26th, 2006	Top \| #260
Sazar F@H - Is it in you? Joined: April 2002 Location: Between Austin and Tampa Posts: 14,880 Reputation: 4110 Power: 309	Re: New latitude D-420/620 and 820 and Inspiron discussion As said before, probably around end july, august. Dunno when exactly. Help to find cures for Alzheimer's, Mad Cow (BSE), CJD, ALS, Huntington's, Parkinson's disease, and many Cancers. Folding@Home, is it in you?