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Post Date: 2010-12-13
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    Posted: 13 Dec 2010 at 3:16am

Hey People,

I’m in the market for a new laptop before I deploy. Money isn’t an issue, although I would like to keep it around the $2500 price range. I need something with a solid build and that can play the hell out of videogames without breaking a sweat. Ideal would be playing Final Fantasy 14 on or near to max settings. Any suggestions on builds or with what laptop to go with would be much appreciated!

 
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I recommend looking at our x15 model. Checkout our gaming laptops at: http://www.digitalstormonline.com/gaminglaptops.asp
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Sweet, thank you Alex. I will be looking at the x15 then :)
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Not breaking a sweat in Afghanistan can be a problem....so can freezing your cajones off  Good luck and keep your head down.
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Hello,
 
     I just ordered one and it is about what you described:
 
System Configuration:
Chassis: Digital Storm x15 8690T-8 (Weight: 7.38 LBS)
Display: 15.6 inch HD+ LED Display with Enhanced Super Glossy Surface (Resolution: 1920 x 1080)
Processor: Intel Core i7-740QM 1.73GHz (6MB Cache) (Quad Core)
System Memory: 8GB DDR3 at 1333MHz (Extreme-Performance) (NOTE: Requires i7-720QM or Higher Processor)
Inputs: Gigabit Ethernet LAN / Card Reader / eSATA
Main Storage: 2x (500GB Solid State Hybrid (By: Seagate) (7200 RPM) (Model: ST950052620ASI)
Optical Drive: 6x Blu-Ray Reader Multi-Drive (Writes DVDs & CDs, Reads Blu-Ray, DVDs, CDs)
Wireless Access: 802.11 A/B/G/N Wireless LAN Module
Features: Integrated Video Camera / Bluetooth
Outputs: HDMI 1080P / DVI Port / SPDIF Audio / Headphone / Microphone
Video Card(s): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M 1.5GB
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (64-Bit Edition)
Recovery Tools: Windows Recovery Toolkit (Bundled with Windows 7 CD)
Install/Test Game: FREE: Hot-selling game with a NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 or above graphics card
Carry Bag: Standard Carrying Bag
Full Warranty: 3 Year Platinum Care Labor & 1 Year Parts Warranty

Grand Total: $2,495.00  (this is with shipping to APO)
 
 
However the x15 can only have 1 HDD, I just had to bump mine up to the x17 to be able to put 2 in...  But it only added $150 to the order.  I reckon you will be lugging this thing around everyday like I will be, the x17 is only 1 pound heavier...  I deffinatly recomend a good laptop backpack.  I have my old Alienware one that I will be using, but I highly suggest a backpack designed for a gaming laptop.  Will protect you pc during travel and will be alot easier on your back...
 
I'm in Iraq now, it is freezing here : (...  I hate cold weather.  Never been to Afghan, heard it gets alot colder there...  Keep warm and good luck!


Edited by BeastBubba - 14 Dec 2010 at 6:47pm
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