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Yes, HP has good info on their website for repairing computer. Dell’s website repair info just seems to be easier to find.

Thanks for the  reply,

Sparky

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I do like IPS displays. I tried out a Lenovo Flex 5  that has a IPS display and immediately noticed a difference. You don’t have to position the screen to get a clear picture. But it seemed to be dim compared to my HP G62 407DX screen. I don’t know if the Dell or  Acer has an IPS display.

Dust does get clog into the fan heat fins on my HP also, so I know what you mean. Its to bad they didn’t design it with removable filter, to take out and clean it, when it get clogged.

I will check out the Dell G3 gaming laptop (G3-15-3579.

Thanks for the in depth reply,

Sparky

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MrJimPhelps,

I have agree with you about Dell’s website, the documentation you find on their website on how to disassemble and repair a Dell computer, far surpasses any other computer hardware companies website. It really is unbelievable, the detail and ease, on how they show you to disassemble a Dell computer. I don’t know of any computer company that does this. And the documentation is easy to find.

Good to know that the batteries are getting better.

Thanks for the reply,

Sparky

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The Insyde firmware information is beyond my knowledge base, therefor much of what you wrote is a little over my head. Nevertheless I very much appreciate you to taking the time, to go into an excellent explanation on how one can better protect their computer against unwanted intrusion. I will look further into Insyde firmware to learn more about it.

I’m curious, what was the model number of the Acer that had the IPS display & aluminum case?

Thanks for the reply and taking the time,

Sparky

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Yes, serviceability is what I like about the Dell and I agree about having a detachable battery.  I will check out Dell’s Latitude models also.

Thanks for the in depth pros & cons description,

Sparky

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I see what you mean the Dell has a power button that is separate from the keyboard. Where as the Acer has a power button that is part of the keyboard. I have to say, I would of never noticed that until you mentioned it. My HP has a discrete power button, because of that, I just assumed that all computer were designed with a discrete power button.

Thanks for the knowledge gain,

Sparky

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“The Dell has a discrete power button. Are you planning to use resolutions up to 4096×2304 @ 60Hz ? “

What do you mean, The Dell has a discrete power button. Is this a important feature?

No, I’m not planning to use resolutions up to 4096×2304 @ 60Hz ?

Thanks for the reply.

Sparky

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The only thing that bothers me about the Dell Precision M4800 is that it is a older computer and I do not know how long Dell will stock replacement parts for it.  I do wish they still used the Precision M4800 type of chassis for easy serviceability.  I will check out Dells outlet/refurbs to see if something I’m looking for becomes available.

Thanks for the reply.

Sparky,

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Tom-R,

Yes, I was asking about my Win7 system.
The way you described how you do it is exactly how I have been doing it.

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Sparky

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Myst

I have wanted to ask this question but always kept forgetting.

When Woody says to temporarily turned off Windows automatic update. Does this mean to temporarily turned off Windows automatic update until a certain date. Then after that date, turn Windows automatic update back ON?

I always have Windows automatic update in the OFF position all the time. Is this the correct way to set WU or am I missing something?

Thanks,

Sparky

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[Sparky]

That must also include MSE for Windows 7.
As of 7/30/19 the MSE definition name changed to Security Intelligence Update. Unless Windows Defender and MSE are one in the same?

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Morty

That is what I meant to say, I’m waiting for the DEFCON to go higher and for Woody to give the thumbs up. Before installing the July patches.
Thanks for clarifying my clarification.

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Myst

Just to clarify, I have the May and June Rollups installed. I have not installed any July patches. I’m waiting for the DEFCON to lower, before installing any July patches.

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PKCano,

Yes I do have those Rollups. Thanks

If your into airplanes Checkout this live airshow right now.

Thanks for the help.

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[Sparky]

I’m show the same, KB4499164 is showing in “View Update History” but not in “Installed Updates”. But when I do THIS I get what is in the first PHOTO. I am I still safe?

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