Solved! Laptop Replacement

[ramdunning]

Hello,
Currently I have an HP 9407nr with NVIDIA Go6150 graphics. My OS is Vista Home 32 bit, 2 GB operating RAM with 3 GB installed. 120 GB hardrive. My usage is basic web browsing, video streaming, AutoCAD usage (limited for class) and Office products. Vista is driving me nuts. I have thought about upgrading to Windows 7. I am also looking at the Lenovo IdeaPad Z570 with i7 processor, Windows 7 64 bit, HD 300 GPU for $699.
Any recommendations would be helpful.

 

[AntiZig]

the i7 integrated GPU is ok for general usage, but I don't know how well it will fair with CAD. But as far as Lenovo goes, it's a solid looking laptop

 

[ramdunning]

Cloudy/AntiZig - thank you both.

 

[JackNaylorPE]

We use AutoCAD in our office and I find the entry point for laptops today at about $970 (Clevo 151HM). With occasional usage, the 150HR will do

http/forum.notebookreview.com/sager-clevo/91510-clevo-guide-v2-0-faq-reseller-info.html