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meh · #1 Post by **meh** » Tue Nov 06, 2007 7:53 pm

I just received a R50e 1834-51C.
The RAM has been upgraded (768MB from 256MB) and it's in decent (probably 6-7/10) condition, aside from the fact that the LCD is smashed.

Well, time to look for a SXGA+ flexview now... anyone got any tips on where to get them? (Canadian dollar is high too, which makes it cheaper for me to buy one

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#2 Post by **Harryc** » Tue Nov 06, 2007 9:00 pm

IBM / LENOVO R Series R50/e 15 SXGA+ 15" SXGA+ LCD $289.00

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ajkula66 · #3 Post by **ajkula66** » Tue Nov 06, 2007 9:13 pm

You may also want to post a WTB add in the Marketplace section of this forum...

meh · #4 Post by **meh** » Wed Nov 07, 2007 3:11 am

ajkula66 wrote:You may also want to post a WTB add in the Marketplace section of this forum...

Done

Here's an initial first pic of the laptop and the LCD damage (warning: 800kb, 4mp resolution in linked pic!)
http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/487/img0095hu2.jpg

#5 Post by **Harryc** » Wed Nov 07, 2007 5:28 am

Nice job. It looks like someone smashed it with a baseball bat.

meh · #6 Post by **meh** » Wed Nov 07, 2007 8:38 pm

Harryc wrote:Nice job. It looks like someone smashed it with a baseball bat.

It wasn't me, I swear!

meh · #7 Post by **meh** » Fri Nov 09, 2007 10:23 pm

Does anyone have a FRU to manufacturer part number table or something like that?

I found this at my local computer store, and I might go low-res if I can find XGA for cheap enough.
http://www.vancouverlaptops.com/index.p ... en_size=15
Yes, I know the website sucks.

meh · #8 Post by **meh** » Wed Nov 14, 2007 1:20 am

Ahh.... schoolwork on this thing is such a joy. I'd forgotten what typing on a real keyboard was like after having my T21 out of commission for a while (still don't have the tools or skills to fix.) In comparison, my Mac's keyboard feels really mushy.

#9 Post by **Harryc** » Wed Nov 14, 2007 5:17 am

Did you end up buying one of the LCD's at vancouverlaptops? If so, which one and how did you determine which one was needed? Reason I ask is because their prices seem good.

meh · #10 Post by **meh** » Wed Nov 14, 2007 11:54 am

Harryc wrote:Did you end up buying one of the LCD's at vancouverlaptops? If so, which one and how did you determine which one was needed? Reason I ask is because their prices seem good.

Yeah, I ended up buying a used panel there for $159. I could probably find SXGA+ panels for less on the internet, but I was excited to finally have a decent laptop for school use. I just brought in my smashed LCD to the actual store and they showed me which would fit.

meh · #11 Post by **meh** » Fri Nov 23, 2007 12:06 am

What would be average wear and tear on batteries?
My battery is showing 36% capacity (17.3/47.5Wh) with 253 cycles. Is this normal, or should I try reconditioning it?

#12 Post by **Harryc** » Fri Nov 23, 2007 6:09 am

meh wrote:What would be average wear and tear on batteries?
My battery is showing 36% capacity (17.3/47.5Wh) with 253 cycles. Is this normal, or should I try reconditioning it?

It depends on the age of the battery as far as if this is normal or not, but 253 cycles is a good number that indicates frequent use over time. It's always worth trying to recondition the battery. If it doesn't produce positive results it's time for a new battery.

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