2007-08-10 16:12:53 · 4 answers · asked by j_knaak 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Laptops aren't generic like desktops, since so much is proprietary & integrated onto the motherboard, you're limited to what a particular manufacturer offers- you can't mix & match off-the-shelf components. You also can't upgrade laptops after the fact- you can add more RAM or replace the hard drive, but that's about it.
Sound & video are built-in to the motherboard so whatever you initially buy is what you've got, for the life of the unit. You can always use plug-in USB and PCMCIA devices, there's just no "upgrading" what's inside the case.
Dell lets you choose from a good number of options when choosing a new laptop. Toshiba also has a pretty wide selection. If you're looking for a gaming laptop, I recommend taking a look at Cyber Power PC.
2007-08-10 16:32:21 · answer #1 · answered by Proto 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes- when you "build a laptop", you are simply selecting from a list of available options from one particular manufacturer. In that regard, Dell is pretty good in allowing you to customize. HP/Compaq is not.
2007-08-11 06:15:08 · answer #2 · answered by C-Man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok you didn't tell us what motherboard and CPU you are going to use.
so a few sites to look at are:
http://www.tomshardware.com/2005/05/04/building_your_dream_notebook/index.html
http://www.laptopadvisor.com/build-a-laptop.html
http://www.geek.com/forums/topic.php?id=29894&page
2007-08-10 23:35:12 · answer #3 · answered by mystifying_psychic 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
sorry to say laptops aren't designed to be built only upgrade system architecture totally different to desktops or towers
2007-08-10 23:27:15 · answer #4 · answered by zemonovan 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋