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    Blu-Ray Configuration Question

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by dmanindfw, Apr 2, 2009.

  1. dmanindfw

    dmanindfw Newbie

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    I recently bought a Studio 17 from Staples with the following configuration:

    Studio 1737
    T6400
    3 GB Ram
    320 GB HD
    Blu-ray drive
    Integrated X4500MHD graphics
    Back-lit keyboard
    standard (not LED) screen 1440x900

    Cost: $799

    The computer is waiting for me to pick up today from the store. However my question is around the integrated graphics x4500MHD and its compatibility with the Blu-Ray drive. I attempted to configure this same system on Dell's website and in order to get the Blu-ray drive, Dell required either the upgrade to a 1066MHz processor or the upgrade to the ATI dedicated graphics card.

    If this is the case, why would Staples sell one of these WITHOUT either of those upgrades? Am I setup for failure with this system? Does anyone have a similar setup with the 4500MHD graphics and Blu-ray?
     
    dmanindfw, Apr 2, 2009
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  2. jason32835

    jason32835 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi dmanindfw,

    I was wondering the same thing about my order from Staples today. Did you get your laptop and does it really have a Blu-ray in it? Does it work?
     
    jason32835, Jun 15, 2009
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  3. Mastershroom

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    The 4500MHD is the Mobile High Definition variant of the Intel X4500 integrated graphics chipset, hence the MHD suffix. This means it can play HD video, such as Blu-Ray disks.

    I'm not sure why the Dell site wants you to upgrade to a 1066MHz FSB processor if you keep the 4500MHD. Probably just a marketing gimmick. I'm sure Blu-Ray playback will be just fine with a T6400 and 4500MHD, though.
     
    Mastershroom, Jun 15, 2009
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