Recent content by Matt Dobe

Yes, a gaming laptop is just the same as any other apart from it usually has a proper dedicated graphics card which is capable of playing modern games at good frame rates. It doesn't change anything else or prevent you from using Office or browsing the net.

I am not a programmer but I work in IT managing servers and virtual infrastructures. I wouldn't target one company in hope that you will get there. I spent my time after university applying at game design studios however I never got anything back. I got my first job by putting my CV and...

Even my HD201 Sennheisers (were like £20 4 years ago) absolutely blow the balls of the hyped up turtle beach crap! I also spent £50 on some Tritton which had a nice mic but the sound quality on the headphones is terrible.

If your temps are okay then it does sound like you have a faulty unit. I would go straight back to HP and get it RMAd.

Some software will support full image backups which can be restored with all your apps, docs, settings etc. I would look into Acronis True image: http://www.acronis.com/en-eu/personal/pc-backup/

Why would you even bother with a 4k laptop. Screens are tiny and performance just isn't there yet. Get a desktop if you want a 4k experience !

If the laptop is still under warranty I would contact Asus and ask them as it could be a faulty fan. Or, it could generally just be a loud fan.. Is it dusty?

I think it is a known issue to be honest. My old SONY vaio was the same.. it sounds like it is heating up quite a bit. Do you use your laptop on a bed or carpet? I would download hwmonitor http://www.cpuid.com/downloads/hwmonitor/hwmonitor_1.26.exe Run your laptop for an hour or so whilst...

Not used it personally but it looks pretty good. Won over Norton on this test: http://malwaretips.com/threads/battle-test-bitdefender-internet-security-2015-vs-norton-security-2015.37204/

As having worked in business IT for several years now, Norton is a large memory hog with too much bloatware. I'd stay away from it. I personally run a free version of Avast antivirus, quite lightweight and does a good job. No real need to splash out on software unless you are great at visiting...

Yes should be okay on low-medium setings.

This build is awesome for the price, would beat your other one by quite a margin. Also has an i5 which is massively better than the fx4300! :) PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant CPU: Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($187.99 @ NCIX US) Motherboard: ASRock H97M...

Should be ok in most games but you will have to lower your settings and resolution a bit. You should be okay in games older than 4 years or so but any new big games such as Battlefield 4 etc would need a lower resolution settings and low detail settings. The GPU' drivers are not optimised for...

Can you provide more information? What is setup utility, is this before you boot into Windows or before?

Sounds like a hardware issue. I think the guys a lenovo are correct. Are your fans running okay when the laptop is powered up properly?