Re: [Thinkpad] new laptop specs - redux

Used 600X or Used T-23 or Used T-41are better choices than most cheap
units.. Or you might consider a Toshiba Satellite or a Gateway which we find
to be more reliable builds.

The least expensive laptops, whether Dell, Compaq, HP, Sony, Acer... have
problems with early failing screens or inverters, bad hinges and sockets, or
warranties. There is a compromise everytime a low priced computer is
released. You must decide whether you can afford the eventual cost of that
compromise.

Adding a new battery to a used, well cared for Thinkpad, still seems like
the wiser choice to me. Especially when combined with a good back, or a
thermo unit to protect it from heat in a vehicle.

RayBay

On Nov 21, 2007 4:17 AM, Matt <mwtech@ameritech.net> wrote:

> - Much appreciate all the helpful information & opinions offered.
>
> Wasn't meaning to imply that the sony would last longer than a year or so
> -
> I've seen some held together with rubber bands.
>
> The closest T61 I spec'ed out came to $1600, at the current promo pricing
> of
> $300 off....
>
> I'm not ready to hit the 2k mark for another laptop for use in the field,
> I
> just need something for easy apps & thought the price was worth the
> gamble.
>
> Thinking of winter, and knowing the laptop will spend some time in the
> truck
> between service calls, I didn't want to risk my good Thinkpads......does
> that sound odd?
>
> An alternative would be to get new battery for my 600x, and probably a
> fresh
> hard drive for reliability, and use that until it gives up the ghost. It's
> just sitting around doing nothing.
> I'd feel bad if it blew the LCD or such.....it's been a great workhorse.
>
> Matt
>
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