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    1330 arrived and some questions

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by alewela, Apr 26, 2008.

  1. alewela

    alewela Notebook Enthusiast

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    I've got my 1330 last night. It looks cool and everything seems to be OK so far.

    Just wonder about several things:
    1) The DVD driver is Mat****a UJ857G. Is it good or bad?
    2) The hardware ID of the monitor is LPL0000. Is it made of LG?
    3) What software do you guys recommend to install on 1330?
     
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    stevey5036 Notebook Evangelist

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    The Mat drive seems to be the standard slot loader they are putting in both the 1330 and 1530. I haven't had any problems with it.. I do wish they would release a firmware update so the drive is more compatible with different media.

    The LPL0000 is an LG screen.

    As far as software.. Uninstall and crap that came pre-installed, especially any anti-virus/spyware programs and install AVG Free.
     
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  3. alewela

    alewela Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thanks stevey5036.

    I have a more serious and stupid question: Where is the DVD driver located and how can I open it?

    I cannot find either the door or the eject button. When using the Eject command in Windows Explorer's context menu, I heard the sound, but nothing happens.
     
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    It is a slot loader, there is no door. The eject button is located next to the media buttons/power button under the screen.
     
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  5. alewela

    alewela Notebook Enthusiast

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    I found it. Thanks!
     
    alewela, Apr 26, 2008
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