July 31st, 2008, 07:58 PM
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I just got a laptop and I'm a noob to computers and such. It's waiting to be shipped. Im just trying to get an idea on the games I will be able to play.
I would like to know if I would be able to run these games.
Laptop Specs -
Video Card - Dual 256MB NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT SLI Enabled
CPU - Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 2.1GHz
Memory - 1GB DUal Channel DDR2 S0-DIMM at 667MHz
Operating System - Windows Vista Home Edition
Games I would like to run -
The Witcher
Crysis
Hellgate London
Mass Effect
Oblivion
Lost Planet
Turok
Grid
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July 31st, 2008, 08:02 PM
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You'd be able to run all of those games, just dont expect to run them on high settings and be flawless.
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July 31st, 2008, 08:08 PM
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Well, first thing you'll need to do is put in more ram. 2GB minimum.
With more ram they'll run just fine.
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July 31st, 2008, 08:11 PM
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| Its already ordered =( .... Can I install the RAM myself if I get it? | |
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July 31st, 2008, 09:54 PM
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Yes. You should find out if your laptop supports DDR2 800 or just 667. Also find out the maximum amount of memory allowed.
2GB of ram is about $20-40, and 4GB of ram is $50-80. I'd recommend 4GB if your laptop supports it. If you find out what your laptop supports I can find some that will work. | |
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July 31st, 2008, 10:51 PM
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The laptop they ordered is the Alienware Area-51 M17x... Not sure how to find out what it supports... | |
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July 31st, 2008, 11:02 PM
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Alright, it looks like it supports 4GB of ram.
This should work: Newegg.com - OCZ 4GB (2 x 2GB) 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Laptop Memory - Laptop Memory
Installation differs between models and manufacturers, but most have a plastic cover on the bottom which comes off by unscrewing it, then you just unclip the memory and pull it out, then put the new stuff in. The container the new memory comes in should show how to install ram into the socket, but there are plenty of tutorials if you search google.
Unless you have a 64bit version of Vista you won't be able to use all 4GB of ram, but you should be able to use about 3GB of it. If you don't get a 64bit install version of Vista with the laptop you can borrow an install disk from anybody who has a 64bit version. It will work with the serial number you have.
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July 31st, 2008, 11:28 PM
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Ok, thanks! How do I tell which version I will have? | |
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August 1st, 2008, 12:31 AM
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It should tell you under control panel->system->system type | |
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August 3rd, 2008, 02:09 AM
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One other question? Older type games such as Diablo and such. Would I be able able play them with vista | |
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