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Started by FoMoCoSHO, February 05, 2016, 11:24:52 PM

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February 05, 2016, 11:24:52 PM Last Edit: February 05, 2016, 11:32:15 PM by FoMoCoSHO
So I just switched all of my computers to Mint Cinnamon Linux. My original plan was to keep the windows partition on my laptop for SCT but manged to screw something up and wiped my windows partition. OOPS! Anywho, I just picked this up it will be used for work and SCT only.

http://us.refurb.io/products/lenovo-thinkpad-x220-convertible-tablet-8gb-180gb-ssd-intel-i5-2520m-2-5ghz

If anyone needs an inexpensive laptop, they have quite a few to choose from.

All refurbs come with a 1 year warranty.

Discount code FREESHIP bags free shipping as well.

I initially added the wrong link. Updated for accuracy.

SHOdded

#1
February 05, 2016, 11:30:34 PM
Sure, you buy the last one, then post the info :D  Sounds like it will work well tho, especially with Linux.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

FoMoCoSHO

#2
February 05, 2016, 11:33:35 PM
Quote from: SHOdded on February 05, 2016, 11:30:34 PM
Sure, you buy the last one, then post the info :D  Sounds like it will work well tho, especially with Linux.
Sorry, the one i ordered is still available, I momentarily tarded out.

Correct link added.

This one will be windows only for SCT.

SHOdded

#3
February 05, 2016, 11:46:03 PM
Even cooler!
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

wasinger3000

#4
February 06, 2016, 10:09:50 PM
Should have bought a Lenovo think pad yoga 12! I bought one and use Windows on the main ssd then run Parrot security OS on the M.2 caching slot, on a 64gb ssd.

It's perfect for data logging as you can  fold it flat and let t sit on the seat, it's super light and thin as well. Love this laptop.


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13' SHO, Non-PP, Tuned by Torrie, Meth injection, 3 bar, 170* stat, custom axle back exhaust, Prosport Boost gauge.
15' F150 Lariat Sport, all the options, 3.5L Eco. (fiancée ride.)
13' GTCS, will be missed.

FoMoCoSHO

#5
February 06, 2016, 10:40:36 PM
Quote from: wasinger3000 on February 06, 2016, 10:09:50 PM
Should have bought a Lenovo think pad yoga 12! I bought one and use Windows on the main ssd then run Parrot security OS on the M.2 caching slot, on a 64gb ssd.

It's perfect for data logging as you can  fold it flat and let t sit on the seat, it's super light and thin as well. Love this laptop.


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This one is convertible as well and much beefier than your girlie "yoga".   ;)

Since it will see work, car, and track duty I wanted something rugged and cheap enough to be disposable. $250 bucks for an i5/ssd/8 gigs is a lot of laptop for the $$$.

I actually had a 1st gen dual core yoga and sent it back. I must've got a bad one cause it was trash.

My primary laptop is a Dell XPS12 running Linux.

wasinger3000

#6
February 06, 2016, 10:52:02 PM

Quote from: FoMoCoSHO on February 06, 2016, 10:40:36 PM
Quote from: wasinger3000 on February 06, 2016, 10:09:50 PM
Should have bought a Lenovo think pad yoga 12! I bought one and use Windows on the main ssd then run Parrot security OS on the M.2 caching slot, on a 64gb ssd.

It's perfect for data logging as you can  fold it flat and let t sit on the seat, it's super light and thin as well. Love this laptop.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
This one is convertible as well and much beefier than your girlie "yoga".   ;)

Since it will see work, car, and track duty I wanted something rugged and cheap enough to be disposable. $250 bucks for an i5/ssd/8 gigs is a lot of laptop for the $$$.

I actually had a 1st gen dual core yoga and sent it back. I must've got a bad one cause it was trash.

My primary laptop is a Dell XPS12 running Linux.

Haha don't even! This laptop is perfect for everything you mentioned. The thinkpad line of laptops are water resistant and all the other resistants you would need.

But for $250 that is a pretty good deal for what you get. Even if it is hideous! :)

I think you need at least a 15" screen, 16gb of ram, dedicated graphics, and quad hd for a primary laptop. But I'm a specs whore. ;)


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13' SHO, Non-PP, Tuned by Torrie, Meth injection, 3 bar, 170* stat, custom axle back exhaust, Prosport Boost gauge.
15' F150 Lariat Sport, all the options, 3.5L Eco. (fiancée ride.)
13' GTCS, will be missed.

FoMoCoSHO

#7
February 06, 2016, 10:59:43 PM
Quote from: wasinger3000 on February 06, 2016, 10:52:02 PM

Quote from: FoMoCoSHO on February 06, 2016, 10:40:36 PM
Quote from: wasinger3000 on February 06, 2016, 10:09:50 PM
Should have bought a Lenovo think pad yoga 12! I bought one and use Windows on the main ssd then run Parrot security OS on the M.2 caching slot, on a 64gb ssd.

It's perfect for data logging as you can  fold it flat and let t sit on the seat, it's super light and thin as well. Love this laptop.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
This one is convertible as well and much beefier than your girlie "yoga".   ;)

Since it will see work, car, and track duty I wanted something rugged and cheap enough to be disposable. $250 bucks for an i5/ssd/8 gigs is a lot of laptop for the $$$.

I actually had a 1st gen dual core yoga and sent it back. I must've got a bad one cause it was trash.

My primary laptop is a Dell XPS12 running Linux.

Haha don't even! This laptop is perfect for everything you mentioned. The thinkpad line of laptops are water resistant and all the other resistants you would need.

But for $250 that is a pretty good deal for what you get. Even if it is hideous! :)

I think you need at least a 15" screen, 16gb of ram, dedicated graphics, and quad hd for a primary laptop. But I'm a specs whore. ;)


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I prefer smaller laptops since mine actually spends most of its time on my lap.

8 gigs/dedicated graphics/1080p/ssd is plenty for what I use a laptop for. Spending extra money would just be wasteful. This thing screams with Linux on it.

SHOdded

#8
February 07, 2016, 03:13:44 AM
Dedicated graphics to me is the key.  Integrated graphics really stink.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

FoMoCoSHO

#9
February 07, 2016, 04:22:27 AM
I agree but I think the newer integrated solutions are sufficient for most unless they're gaming, pixel peeping, CAD, etc.

SHOdded

#10
February 07, 2016, 05:40:20 AM
Well, that's true, but we are talking to a performance-oriented crowd here ;)  Integrated graphics improve, but so do discrete graphics.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!
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