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Re: Laptop recommendations
« Reply #15 on: 14 July 2008, 19:59:49 »
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Re: Laptop recommendations
« Reply #16 on: 14 July 2008, 20:31:09 »
If a laptop has an Express card slot, does that mean 3G will not work?
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Re: Laptop recommendations
« Reply #17 on: 14 July 2008, 20:37:55 »
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If a laptop has an Express card slot, does that mean 3G will not work?

No 3g will still work, it just means your need a express card 3g/HSDPA or USB Modem, I personally dont like the USB Modems.

Most older laptops use pcmcia Datacards.
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Re: Laptop recommendations
« Reply #18 on: 14 July 2008, 20:56:28 »
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If a laptop has an Express card slot, does that mean 3G will not work?
no, just ensure you get right 3g card.
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« Reply #19 on: 14 July 2008, 21:04:29 »
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If a laptop has an Express card slot, does that mean 3G will not work?
no, just ensure you get right 3g card.
Is a USB one OK?
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« Reply #20 on: 14 July 2008, 21:06:19 »
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If a laptop has an Express card slot, does that mean 3G will not work?
no, just ensure you get right 3g card.
Is a USB one OK?
Not as convenient, and generally hog the processor, slowing down the PC
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If a laptop has an Express card slot, does that mean 3G will not work?
no, just ensure you get right 3g card.
Is a USB one OK?
Not as convenient, and generally hog the processor, slowing down the PC
Oh bugger, my head hurts ;D
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Re: Laptop recommendations
« Reply #22 on: 15 July 2008, 09:15:50 »
i've been using a 3G connection for work for over 18 months now, had a PCMCIA card, an express card and now on a USB version i can say it makes no difference which one you use (well no noticable difference) ALLEGEDLY as they have 'evolved' the newer ones have better 'aerials' and therefore get a better signal, but can't say i've noticed the difference.

Working in and around London there is no issues with a 3G signal, but if you are in an area that doesnot get a reliable signal then don't bother (at home can't get 3G, but dont need it there as i have BB)!!

The biggest down fall is they can be expensive, being on a company plan we pay £30 a month for unlimited useage with Vodaphone, but then the company has about 50 3G cards so i'm guessing they get a fairly good deal!

Although the company mobiles are on O2, who offer better talk plans, they stayed with Vodaphone because their 3G coverage is better 'apparently'  ::)
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Re: Laptop recommendations
« Reply #23 on: 15 July 2008, 10:20:55 »
Im selling a Sony laptop, i won it on a 'Text in reverse auction' for 132pence!! Looking for £350. PMif your interested, CASH ON COLLECTION if you are interested as i'm not looking to use pay-pal and vanish from the forum with your cash!!!

Sony Site - http://vaio.sony.co.uk/view/ShowProduct.action?category=VN+NR+Series&product=VGN-NR21J%2FS&site=voe_en_GB_cons

currys site - http://www.currys.co.uk/martprd/product/seo/Computing/Laptops/Standard+Laptops/Sony/VGN-NR21J/337227

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