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(More customer reviews)There wasn't many reviews out there about this system so i decided to leave one. A laptop with i7 OMG! This is just a note: Most of the software pre-installed on this system are 64-bit versions so if your wondering why some of the same programs on your 32-bit computer have been updated or newer versions available that is why. I discovered that after i deleted some of them and found out the 32-bit versions of the programs wouldn't work on this computer windows update would constantly give me an ERROR message trying to update the 32-bit software so I had to re-download the 64-bit versions.
PROS:
I have never owned a 64-bit computer or a laptop before and I have always bought Dell desktops in the past. After searching around for months i couldn't find a laptop with these specs and price tag as the ASUS N61JQ Laptop anywhere. Newegg.com had the same laptop at the same price however Amazon offered free 2-day shipping so i went with Amazon. I received this laptop about 3 weeks ago and i couldn't be happier with my decision. It is a powerhouse and does everything i throw at it without a hiccup. I do a lot of TV recording and commercial editing and video editing and file transfers and downloading with a little gaming thrown in there and it does all the above flawlessly. It is incredibly faster than my 32-bit XPS Dell Desktop and its in laptop form! It runs at about 50-60 degrees Celsius during normal use however i did buy a Targus cooler. I have never seen the temp over 67 C. So far i have not had any negative things to say about its performance. I found most of the bloatware pre-installed on this system somewhat useful so i only had to remove a few programs i did not need. I plan to upgrade my DVD drive to blu-ray. I recommend buying Cyberlink Power DVD 10 with this system. It makes watching dvd's or videos look amazing! but that's just personal preference. The brown color of the cover on this laptop looks black with a hint of dark dark brown. You cant tell its brownish unless you shine a light right on it. I think it looks really classy.
The 3.0 UBS port is AWESOME! Copy movies and TV shows to my external in like seconds. I did a complete back up of my ASUS primary hard rive (138GB) and it transferred everything to my external hard drive in about 5 minutes!! The 64-bit IE Browser seems to me to be considerably faster then the 32-bit browser. All of the slots are on the sides (i.e. power chord plug in, USB, Ethernet) because the screen folds to low in the back to have any there.
CONS:
Since this computer is a powerhouse the battery only lasts about 45 to 90 minutes under normal use and since the screen hangs down so low in the back I'm not sure if you can get a bigger battery for it or not. So if you don't mind having your laptop plugged in most of the time i would definitely recommend this laptop. I would consider it more of a sleek and stylish portable desktop till they make a bigger battery for it. The screen seems dull to me(compared to HD TV's) but for a HD screen on a laptop that's not really a complaint. I wish the keys were back-lit. And this isn't really a complaint about the system itself per say but I have discovered that there isn't many programs out there yet designed for 64-bit computers. Even the browsers out there are still in beta stages. Even though i would prefer 64-bit software, most of the 32-bit programs will still run on a 64-bit system. Hope this review was helpful! If anyone has any more questions feel free to ask me: bobber311@hotmail.com
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Expect an Encore The 16-inch N61Jq-XV1 is masterfully crafted to deliver premium entertainment with innovation to match. Built with an Intel Core i7-740QM quad-core processor and ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5730 graphics, redefine mobile computing with the power of an entire desktop inside a sleek and elegant portable design. This multimedia powerhouse excels in entertainment with flawless HD playback on a brilliant 16-inch HD LED-backlit widescreen.Delight your senses with rich sound from the Altec Lansing speakers enhanced for excellent on-the-go sound quality. Delivering the latest in connectivity with Super Speed USB 3.0, charge USB 3.0-enabled devices quickly and transfer files from USB storage devices to your notebook up to 10 times faster than previous generation USB 2.0 speeds.1 Enjoy your favorite HD movies, listen to hit songs, or experience impressive visuals while playing mainstream games, with the N61Jq-XV1 the possibilities are nearly limitless. The N61Jq-XV1 features 4GB DDR3 system memory, chiclet keyboard, 3-finger multi-touch trackpad, high-speed wireless N, 500GB 7200RPM hard drive, HDMI connectivity, Bluetooth v2.1, 2.0 megapixel webcam, and plenty of other features.
Key Features
Vivid 16-inch HD LED-backlit widescreen for an immersive cinematic experience (Learn more)
Intel Core i7-740QM quad-core processor with Turbo Boost Technology for smart multitasking performance that adapts to your needs (Learn more)
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5730 graphics with 1GB DDR3 VRAM toenable 1080p HD playback(Learn more)
ASUS Infusion Technology for eye-catching style and scratch-resistant protection
500GB 7200RPM hard drive for fast, convenient storage and access to all your documents, music, videos, and photos
Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound roduce crisp, clear audio reproduction (Learn more)
3-touch multi-touch trackpad lets you intuitively navigate through Web pages, documents, and pictures
Chiclet keyboard with numeric keypad for increased typing precision
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1 Year ASUSGlobal Warranty3 Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars tothe price of competing laptops:
1year global warranty
30 day Flawless Display Guarantee
2-way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support
1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty (ADW)3 Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.
Covers accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
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What's in the Box
N61Jq-XV1
AC Adapter
6 cell Battery Pack
Warranty Information Card
Specifications
OperatingSystem: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
Display: 16-inch HD LED-backlit Widescreen (1366 x 768)
Processor: Intel Core i7-740QM processor 1.6 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.8 GHz
Graphics: ATI Mobility RADEON HD 5730 1GB DDR3 VRAM
WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz) ,Bluetooth v2.1
LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
Memory: 4GB DDR3 (up to 8GB)
Storage: 500GB 7,200RPM hard drive
Optical Drive: Super Multi DVD
Camera: 2.0 Megapixel
Speakers: Altec Lansing speakers with SRS Premium Sound
Microphone: Digital Array Microphone
Card Reader: 1x 8-in- card reader (MMC/SD/Mini-SD/XD/Memory Stick/MS Pro/MS Duo/MS-Pro-Duo)
Input/ Output:1x Headphone-out jack (SPDF support), 1x Microphone-in jack, 1x Express Card 34, 1x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert, 3x USB 3.0 ports, 1x E-SATA
Battery: 6 cell
Dimensions: 14.98 x 10.33 x 1.08 (W x D x H)
Weight: 6.38 lbs
Color: Brown
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