no touchpad-less X220?

are all the options for this model comes with trackpad? really bummer, I don't use the trackpad love the touchpoint only. Am I missing something here?

Reply 1 : no touchpad-less X220?

you can disable the touchpad, it won't interfere with your trackpoint use.

Reply 2 : no touchpad-less X220?

from tabook.pdf, all have the trackpad... unfortunately for you

Reply 3 : no touchpad-less X220?

bummer, it was optional in the x201. thought that I've missed an option on current offers.

Reply 4 : no touchpad-less X220?

Just deactivate it and you will be good ...

Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Discussion started on My discoveries on VaioZ's Hybrid Graphics. but I think that it deserves new topic.



Optimus is new technology from NVidia that will greatly simplify hybrid graphics solutions for users and manufacturers.



Here are some links:



http://www.nvidia.com/object/optimus_technology.html

http://www.anandtech.com/mobile/showdoc.aspx?i=3737

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fdb2VrUdT4k



From my point of view as future Z owner, most important thing about optimus drivers is not been dependent on Sony for NVidia drivers, especialy now when Z is more capable gaming machine.





For start this is what our road worrier Zoinks manage to do so far:

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZoinksS2k I'll try now. Set the tri-switch to Speed (both adapters only show when the tri-switch is set to speed.) Uninstall everything Install the latest Intel drivers Install the Nvidia Optimus driver pack For #4, the nv_disp.inf now appears to be nvram.inf. What's the best course of action here to get the installer to recognize the card? A little CTRL-C/CTRL-V for the pciven bits?

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZoinksS2k Well, something happened. Device manager, in SPEED mode after installing (EDIT: uninstalling): Installed the Intel HD Driver Copied the following from the Sony driver's NVMVSZ.INF Code: [NVIDIA_SetA_Devices.NTamd64.6.0] %NVIDIA_DEV.0A2B.01% = Section003, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A2B&SUBSYS_905A104D %iILKGM0.0% = iILKM0, PCIVEN_8086&DEV_0046&SUBSYS_905A104D [NVIDIA_SetA_Devices.NTamd64.6.1] %NVIDIA_DEV.0A2B.01% = Section004, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A2B&SUBSYS_905A104D %iILKGM0.0% = iILKM0, PCIVEN_8086&DEV_0046&SUBSYS_905A104D Into the nvam.inf in the Optimus driver dir Code: [NVIDIA_SetA_Devices.NTamd64.6.0] %NVIDIA_DEV.0A35.01% = Section069, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A35&SUBSYS_12521043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0A35.02% = Section069, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A35&SUBSYS_12721043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0A72.01% = Section073, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A72&SUBSYS_13321043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0A74.01% = Section075, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A74&SUBSYS_12A21043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0CAF.01% = Section069, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0CAF&SUBSYS_12B21043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0A2B.01% = Section003, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A2B&SUBSYS_905A104D %iILKGM0.0% = iILKM0, PCIVEN_8086&DEV_0046&SUBSYS_905A104D [NVIDIA_SetA_Devices.NTamd64.6.1] %NVIDIA_DEV.0A35.01% = Section070, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A35&SUBSYS_12521043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0A35.02% = Section070, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A35&SUBSYS_12721043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0A72.01% = Section074, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A72&SUBSYS_13321043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0A74.01% = Section076, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A74&SUBSYS_12A21043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0CAF.01% = Section070, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0CAF&SUBSYS_12B21043 %NVIDIA_DEV.0A2B.01% = Section004, PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A2B&SUBSYS_905A104D %iILKGM0.0% = iILKM0, PCIVEN_8086&DEV_0046&SUBSYS_905A104D Installed, rebooted and now have this in Device Manager (machine only boots when AUTO is selected in the tri-selector): View from the Nvcpl I'm guessing this is the multiplexer setting you folks were talking about I did a real simple test with FurMARK. It shows that the Renderer is the Intel, but the GPU temp and util for the Nvidia showed activity What can I do to further test?

Also here are some advices form Nautis on tweaking inf file:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nautis Really seems like it is working judging by these screenshots. I emailed you a new INF to try. You also may want to make sure updatussetup.exe is run. As I said in the email the reviews use a nvidia provided test tool. (We probably won't be able to get a hold this optimus test tool without contacting a reviewer.) You can try 3dmark like Nvidia shows in their optimus comparison video. You can also try to set each "Preferred graphics processor" and test for the benchmark or game you are testing and check the performance difference. Is the light next to auto still light after removing the hybrid graphics drivers btw? The proper changes to the INF should be: Add the following lines: Code: (this one really is not needed as it is for Windows Vista) Under [NVIDIA_SetA_Devices.NTamd64.6.0] add %NVIDIA_DEV.0A2B.01% = , PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A2B&SUBSYS_905A104D (end vista code) Under [NVIDIA_SetA_Devices.NTamd64.6.1] add %NVIDIA_DEV.0A2B.01% = , PCIVEN_10DE&DEV_0A2B&SUBSYS_905A104D Under [Strings] at the bottom add NVIDIA_DEV.0A2B.01 = "NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M" The iILKM0 stuff is for the Intel drivers and is not needed in the nvidia driver INF.

We are not sure yet but seems like Optimus drivers are working on the new Z.





EDIT: Nautis opened section on LaptopVideo2Go related to Optimus on new Z and other Hybrid Graphic laptop candidates:



http://forums.laptopvideo2go.com/top..._128386__st__0



EDIT: Latest, most successful instructions so far from Nautis on optimus enabling for Z11



Download the latest Intel HD drivers: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for Windows 7* 64 and Windows Vista* 64 (zip)

Download the Notebook 257.15 drivers: NVIDIA DRIVERS 257.15 BETA

Switch the tri-selector to SPEED

Uninstall the Nvidia drivers, reboot

Install the Intel HD drivers, reboot

Extract the Nvidia notebook drivers, delete all INF files in the Display directory. Download Nautis' modified INF (rename from .TXT) and place in the Display directory

Install the drivers, reboot



Results:

Windows boot - fast, issue resolved

Context menu option - working

Automatic GPU switching - working

Graphics overlay - Demo text remains

Function key brightness - Working

Reply 1 : Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Hi, Igorstef!



I think you've unintentionally said even more than you meant. Indeed, nVidia's Optimus is more like "theology" than it is technology, at least for Vaio Z11xxx owners. While it's quite beneficial for folks who don't already have the ability to switch graphics technology on the fly without rebooting, folks who insist on this for the new Vaio Zs surprise me. Reaching all the way across the keyboard (say 3 inches for most folks) and waiting one second are far too annoying? While nVidia's come up with a cool little DMA hack here, was manual switching really that painful for you? Zounds!



Cheers!

Mark

Reply 2 : Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Hi, igorstef. Thanks for the detailed instroduction of the optimus driver.



But after installing the Nvidia Optimus driver,



1. Will I have to start the machine in "Auto" mode? Or what will happen?

2. Will the tri-switcher still properly work in Windows 7?

3. CURRENTLY, is the graphic card performance under Optimus driver better than or at least similar to the Sony driver?

Reply 3 : Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Quote:

Originally Posted by MJFlash Hi, Igorstef! I think you've unintentionally said even more than you meant. Indeed, nVidia's Optimus is more like "theology" than it is technology, at least for Vaio Z11xxx owners. While it's quite beneficial for folks who don't already have the ability to switch graphics technology on the fly without rebooting, folks who insist on this for the new Vaio Zs surprise me. Reaching all the way across the keyboard (say 3 inches for most folks) and waiting one second are far too annoying? While nVidia's come up with a cool little DMA hack here, was manual switching really that painful for you? Zounds! Cheers! Mark

Sorry Mark my English isn't that good (I am relying too much on spell check ).



Anyway I actually prefer manual switch on new Z since switching GPU based on application is more gimmick that real life feature. If we ever make it work properly on new Z I will set profile to mimic Z auto switch.



But as you probably know Sony will release new hybrid drivers and therefore NVIDIA drivers usually when Microsoft release new OS . You will not be able to use new GPU drivers from NVIDIA site. This is unexceptable if you plan to play some games on Z. This is my main reason for trying to use Optimus drivers so I can avoid playing with ini files in order to make Sony hybrid drivers to work with new NVIDIA drivers.

Reply 4 : Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Quote:

Originally Posted by kevinhk Hi, igorstef. Thanks for the detailed instroduction of the optimus driver. But after installing the Nvidia Optimus driver, 1. Will I have to start the machine in "Auto" mode? Or what will happen? 2. Will the tri-switcher still properly work in Windows 7? 3. CURRENTLY, is the graphic card performance under Optimus driver better than or at least similar to the Sony driver?

1. I am not sure, Zoinks can tell us this.

2. Nop since Optimus work without using multiplexer. That said, maybe somewhere down the road we will be able to set custom functions for hybrid switch.

3. Curently GPU performs identicly under Sony or optimus drivers but if NVIDIA do any updates on drivers for 330M you will have to wait on Sony or some other 3rd party to update hybrid drivers. With Optimus drivers you dont have that problem.



As I already said we are not sure if Optimus even work with new Z. Zoinks will need to do some more tests for us if we want to find out.

Reply 5 : Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Hi, Igorstef!



No sweat (meaning no problem at all - that no apologies are necessary)! I was just yanking your chain (meaning that it was a fun joke with you - not against you)! Indeed, hearing your reasons, this path of exploration makes complete sense, and I completely agree with you on your conclusions. I too prefer manual graphics switching over any program telling me when I should.



With regard to English skills, trust me that whatever your native language is (Russian/Eastern European?), mine are far worse (as in almost none). You're doing great!



Best Wishes!

Mark

Reply 6 : Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Didn't see this thread, two more posts. (I'll start feeding into this thread from here on.)

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZoinksS2k Nice, missed that. Ayup Edit: I ran FurMark in both modes. Performance looks on par with that you'd expect between the Intel and Nvidia GPU's. There were NO screen flickers when switching, looks seemless. Edit 2: 3DMark05 does the same thing. Craptastic performance when selecting the Intel, reasonable on the Nvidia. Now, if we can just get the reboot delay problem resolved....

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZoinksS2k Ok, so we have the reboot problem. Add issue 2:

Reply 7 : Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Quote:

Originally Posted by kevinhk Hi, igorstef. Thanks for the detailed instroduction of the optimus driver. But after installing the Nvidia Optimus driver, 1. Will I have to start the machine in "Auto" mode? Or what will happen? 2. Will the tri-switcher still properly work in Windows 7? 3. CURRENTLY, is the graphic card performance under Optimus driver better than or at least similar to the Sony driver?

1. Nothing, the tri-selector isn't functional but that is kind of the point with Optimus
2. See #1
3. I haven't benchmarked much yet. All I can say is that the auto-switching seems to work.

Reply 8 : Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Last post for a while...



The display brightness Fn keys are working.

Reply 9 : Sony Z11 - NVIDIA Optimus

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZoinksS2k Didn't see this thread, two more posts. (I'll start feeding into this thread from here on.)

Great, thanks Zoinks



Hm Interesting . Seams like Optimus drivers are ruining in demo mode on vaio Z. Maybe that is also reason why Z is straggling with rebooting.



Seams like task for Nautis . We need to find what is forcing optimus to demo mode when those drivers suppose to be production version.

WHITE DOT ISSUE: HLT5676SX Samsung Please Help!

II
was told the same thing as Mattchinn, another Samsung customer who wrote about the White Dot Issue: not on the list, but I see that
he and others have had theirs fixed free.

How did they get theirs fixed, when
even the supervisor on duty for Samsung told me he was helpless to fix
anything not on the list and that there had to be proof others of the
same model had the same problem. It is obvious others do after reading Mattchinn's forum entries. It would
not be fair for some to get fixed free and not others. The only right thing to do is to include everyone with this model number.

A parts company
person told me this problem can only happen due to a defect in the chip. I would think Samsung would want to keep their name in
good standing, and they have obviously helped others in an attempt to do so.

The dots are steadily multiplying on mine. I am just sick about this. Anything a tech can do to help would be so very much appreciated! My transaction number is: 4008127395; Model #: HLT5676SX; Serial #: AHDZ3CKP403981M

Reply 1 : WHITE DOT ISSUE: HLT5676SX Samsung Please Help!

Victoria0921,

I'm sorry to hear that you're having this issue with your TV.

I've sent this to the service center manager in the U.S. for consideration. IF they are able to assist, they will reach out using the phone number associated with the ticket number.

--HDTech

Reply 2 : WHITE DOT ISSUE: HLT5676SX Samsung Please Help!

Thank you Samsung_HD_Tech. Your help is greatly appreciated! I will let everyone know if I hear from someone.

Victoria0921

Reply 3 : WHITE DOT ISSUE: HLT5676SX Samsung Please Help!

Samsung HD Tech,

I am having the dreaded white dot problem with my unit similar to the problem described by Victoria. I too have contacted Samsung to be told "I am sorry but your unit is not on the list".

Is there something you could do on my behalf as well? The tv is only 3+ yrs old (purchased in 2007)and has sat in the same place the entire service life. It is used often but a 3 year service life for a tv is seems a bit short. Any help would be much appreciated.

Thanks

Kirk

Reply 4 : WHITE DOT ISSUE: HLT5676SX Samsung Please Help!

(and country)

Reply 5 : WHITE DOT ISSUE: HLT5676SX Samsung Please Help!

in California USA

Reply 6 : WHITE DOT ISSUE: HLT5676SX Samsung Please Help!

1800SAMSUNG if you didn't get your transaction number.

*HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

When will it officially come out?

When will it start shipping?

What is going to be the starting price?



Thanks.

Reply 1 : *HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

no one knows yet

Reply 2 : *HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

I talked to an HP rep last week who said the week of the first it should be online for ordering.

Reply 3 : *HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

MacMall has some prices up already.



http://www.google.com/products?hl=en...-8&sa=N&tab=wf



Perhaps I should cancel my T400 order for this...

Reply 4 : *HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

Quote:

Originally Posted by curiouspeter MacMall has some prices up already. http://www.google.com/products?hl=en...-8&sa=N&tab=wf Perhaps I should cancel my T400 order for this...

Why so expensive? The configurations are minimal on most of the models and nearly all of the prices are $1500+!?

Reply 5 : *HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

The Blu-Ray drives hike the cost up

Reply 6 : *HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

Quote:

Originally Posted by blindpan The Blu-Ray drives hike the cost up

No blu-ray players on some of the models. Price is still very expensive!

Reply 7 : *HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

From what I can see, the prices are in line with most other business notebooks. A similarly spec'd Dell M4400 goes for around the same (if not higher) price



However, can someone show me difference between these two configs? They look the same to me...



http://www.macmall.com/macmall/shop/...=MWBgooglebase



http://www.macmall.com/macmall/shop/...s&dpno=7546120

Reply 8 : *HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

One is a "Smart Buy" and the other one is a Not-so-smart Buy? I don't know.



Keep in mind that many HP mobile workstations come with 3 year on-site warranty.



I don't know why all these models still come with 2GB RAM. 4GB should be standard for a 15.4" highish-end laptop.

Reply 9 : *HP EliteBook 8530p/w Owners Lounge *

They are available now!!



This link just came up:

http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/us/en...1-3781677.html



I just ordered mine through pcmall.com. It shows as pre-order but they called me this morning to verify payment information. They will ship it out tomorrow.



Though, I believe it fully when i see the tracking number...

Help me choose?

So, I'm a senior at school and starting college this fall. I don't know a thing about computers, but I was rec'd Samsung and the prices are good, so..Can you recommend me something, considering that:



1) I want it to be light and not too big

2) 1400x700+ screen would be good..basically, 14'' I think (?)

3) I don't play games. I occasionally may download a movie or two, but I tend to delete it after I watch. I don't need lot of memory, but I'd like it to be fast and the sound be average or above average (I heard Samsung laptops have bad sound).

4) I want it to work well and crush rarely/never.

5) Want it to last for *at least* 4 years.

6) Price is an issue. The lower - the better.

7) Design kinda matters..so if you'd provide pic's/links, I'd be happy.

8) I'm not decided on major *at all* so there's a chance that I may even thing about Comp Sciences/Engineering..and I want that not to be an issue.





Thanks)

Reply 1 : Help me choose?

I would recommend that you fill in this form and post it in the What Notebook Should I Buy forum.



You can mention in that form that Samsung has been suggested to you, but people may suggest other models that better fit your needs. For example, Dell Latitude notebooks bought from Dell Outlet can provide business durability / warranty at consumer notebook prices.



John

Sxps 1640 Bios Update A15 Released 13/04/2011

Just letting you know just updated from A11 TO A15 with no problems.

Reply 1 : Sxps 1640 Bios Update A15 Released 13/04/2011

Any improvements??

Reply 2 : Sxps 1640 Bios Update A15 Released 13/04/2011

What does this bios do exactly?



TIA

Reply 3 : Sxps 1640 Bios Update A15 Released 13/04/2011

It's listed as something to do with LoJack.

Reply 4 : Sxps 1640 Bios Update A15 Released 13/04/2011

and what exactly is LoJack?

Reply 5 : Sxps 1640 Bios Update A15 Released 13/04/2011

Laptop security software. It theoretically assists with recovery should a laptop be stolen. If the thief goes online, the laptop broadcasts a sort of "SOS" (way oversimplified, read more at the LoJack for Laptops "How It Works" website) so law enforcement can find it.

Reply 6 : Sxps 1640 Bios Update A15 Released 13/04/2011

thanks a lot for the explanation and the url

Second thoughts about Dv6tqe

I have been reading up on some consumer reviews of the HP brand in general. I know I can't compare this line because it is brand new and is a more expensive model, but these are all very valuable parts going in as some people say, "a shoddy plastic brick." I need to know if thats the case with the Dv6t, and if this laptop will last me (gaming wise) for the next few years. I've been waiting for mine to come in but I'm just worried I'm not getting a quality built laptop that I thought I ordered because quite frankly, a lot of HP laptops just are plain terrible.



Don't mean to offend anyone, just worried. Is this a good laptop that will last or something that will start having problems within a year?

Reply 1 : Second thoughts about Dv6tqe

I wouldn't feel bad, I was thinking the same thing.



Some people are very pleased with their HPs and some have issues. The common thread seems to be that you really don't want to contact their support, because it's at this point that you start to feel the difference between a high end or business laptop vs. a consumer laptop.



Consumer laptops like this (especially with a 33% coupon!) are sold with a very small margin for profit, so the support is sometimes lacking.



The Envy is a nice line, and this new model reminds me of them. Not enough reviews to really answer your questions about longevity, but with prices like these I guess you kind of roll the dice! For $850 for the hardware I got, I'll give HP another try. (Although I'm trying to convince them to send me the quick ship model instead of my custom build.) :-)

Reply 2 : Second thoughts about Dv6tqe

Quote:

Originally Posted by apav ... Is this a good laptop that will last or something that will start having problems within a year?

All laptops of the same circa and price have aproximately the same build quality. Can a model be a lemon? Sure, but no more likely HP than Gateway, Dell, ....