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your notebook or charge the battery from electrical power outlets. If you are running your computer on AC power with a battery installed, the adapter charges the battery (if needed) and maintains its charge. When the system is off, the AC adapter will charge the battery and then maintain its charge.
PRODUCTS SOLD BY SMART PARTS UK). We ship to all UK postcodes and to most EU countries. Maximum handling time is 24 hours. Comes with UK power cord. Brand-new, packaged.
(brand new merchandise in original packaging)This high capacity rechargeable battery definitely disposes of more power than the battery which was included in the delivery of your device. This rechargeable battery can be used instead of the original rechargeable battery without any problems and can be recharged with the available standard power supply. The rechargeable battery is protected and secured against overcharge and short-circuits.Important information:A battery with a greater power output than the battery which was included in the delivery of your device can have larger dimensions. Please observe the dimensions in mm indicated in the offer (see above under technical details).safety due to heat and overcharge protectionmore power than the battery which was included in the delivery of your deviceno memory effect - recharge your battery whenever you likeexcellent fitting accuracy, certified quality merchandise, not an original accessorythe standard battery charger can still be usedLegal note: This item is compatible, not an original product of the notebook manufacturer and is not manufactured, supported or recommended by the notebook manufacturers. All brand names, trade marks and product names only serve the purpose of indicating compatibility, in doing so are not connected to the original products of the respective manufacturers and are the property of the respective holder of rights.
(+) Clear easy instuctions, Looks very smart, Light and easy to transport, very durable (-) Screen could be slightly bigger, battery doesn't last very long
A review by Snappa on Fujitsu AMILO D 1840 April 10th, 2009
Author's product rating:
Speed
Average
Look & Feel
Satisfactory
Comfort & Portability
Satisfactory
Robustness & Durability
Poor
Value For Money
Poor
Advantages:
None
Disadvantages:
Overheating . Poor battery life
Recommend to potential buyers:
no
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I bought one of these in 2004 for my daughter to take to college. As others have written it ran very hot for her, with frequent crashes. The overheating probably accelerated the hard disk failure (1 year and one week). However, while replacing the disk, I gave the computer a good clean. The air vent grilles (and there are a few) were coated with fluff, like a blanket. Not easy to see, but easy enough to clean, carefully. I am now using the computer for office work, including lightweight CAD, and it's pretty good. I'm looking at upgrading the RAM, and it needs a new battery. I clean it about once a year. I would add that this is not the first overheating laptop I've had. Even HP have this problem. I took to using a couple of long thin pieces of wood, with recesses for the feet. This raised the laptop off the desk by about 6 mm more, just to improve the airflow. It helped. I've also had to replace the feet on the 1840 (it had a hard time with my daughter), and I've used feet which are about 8mm high (cut to shape), which also improves the ventilation. Hope this helps. But, like others, I would never buy another F-S computer.
Advantages: multi-thread, CPU speed, longevity Disadvantages: ATI video card, heat, noise, Windows license
Bought in 2004, this laptop has always been running under Linux (various distributions).
Some major problems : very hot (due to 2.6GHz CPU), may crash sometimes in summer. When computer is hot, network cable connexion stops working. No hardware acceleration after 4 years ! This is due to ATI (now AMD) lack of stable driver release over the past years. Unstable wifi support (BCM card) through ndiswrapper of bcm43xx modules. Batteries are not working ... ...worked (from 2004-2006). Too noisy. Problems to get Windows license reimbursed (lack of cooperation from fujitsu-siemens).
Some good points : multi-threading support. high CPU speed which I used to run several CPU-consuming scientific simulations. The hardware never had serious breakdown (hard disc, monitor) even after several serious crashes due to a very hot cpu temperature (intensive calculations). Robust (lots of travelling around the globe). ...
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Advantages: the price Disadvantages: everything else
...No reasonable support from fujitsu allthough they knew this notebook had these problems!
In my comprehension this is no service, or good publicity for fujitsu, SO fujitsu, what are you people going to do about this! I could use some support for spending 2500 euro on your faulty product!!! ...
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31.01.2006
Quick review of Fujitsu Siemens AMILO D 1840 - P4 3.2 GHz - 15.4" TFT Review ofFujitsu AMILO D 1840by
AYorkshireman
I have just had mine for over three years and have had nothing but trouble. Thankfully I took out a three year extended warranty, it was well worth it. I have had it in for repairs three times (without it for at least 2 weeks each time) Had two new motherboards, memory, modem card and all the connectors changed at one time or another. The lid of the case also split which they changed the last time in just before the three years ran out. They then also replaced the CPU heatsink and shielding and at the moment it is the best it has been for the whole of the three years plus. Likewise I would not buy Fujitsu Siemens again, No Way.
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Quick review of Fujitsu Siemens AMILO D 1840 - P4 3.2 GHz - 15.4\ Review ofFujitsu AMILO D 1840by
G.G.H
not too bad its not exactly for gaming or very high performance software its worked fine for me for about 2 years now, yes it does get quite hot but i keep it on side of sofa when in use so its nottoo bad as the ventilation is kept clear, i may get a fan to runn the laptop while closed.
only problem i have is windows vista its always updateing its terrible. <nothing to do with latop.
not too bad i think people are useing it for the wrong reasons.
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Quick review of Fujitsu Siemens AMILO D 1840 - P4 3.2 GHz - 15.4" TFT Review ofFujitsu AMILO D 1840by
batch_c
Bought one of these in 2004, has been generally ok, but recently the overheating and poor battery life has severly tested my patience. DVD writer is very fussy about the brand of DVD used. Now it overheats very easily, waiting for support from Fujitsu, but not hopeful as it so old. Battery pack is too heavy as is the laptop for travelling or long term use on the lap. Spec looked good but have become very disappointed with quality of parts. Recent upgrade to 1gb RAM has helped but overheating is major problem.
Currently looking for a good reason to keep it & spend on replacement parts or use it as a door stop or use as a paving slab in my garden.
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Graphics Processor / Vendor: ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 PRO, ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 AGP 8x
Video Memory: 128 MB, DDR SDRAM - 128 MB
Audio
Audio Output: Sound card
Audio Codec: Realtek ALC655
Compliant Standards: AC '97
Audio Input: Microphone
Input device(s)
Type: Keyboard, touchpad
Operating system / software
OS Provided: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Software: Drivers & Utilities, Microsoft Works Suite
Manufacturer's product description
The AMILO D1840 notebook offers real portable entertainment. Its widescreen display, turbocharged graphics and an Intel processor all combine into an amazing visual experience. With the AMILO D you can surf the Internet, or watch a movie on a widescreen format and it simply provides more display space to work on. The optional built-in WLAN module moreover offers you the flexibility to play and work from practically anywhere. Mobile computing has never been easier and more powerful!
