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{{short description|Laptop by Clevo}} |
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{{infobox computer |
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| name = Clevo X7200 |
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| photo = [[File:X7200 laptop computer.JPG|250px]] |
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| caption = Clevo X7200 |
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| developer = Clevo |
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| type = [[Desktop replacement]] [[laptop]] |
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| releasedate = {{start date|2010|9}} |
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| cpu = Desktop [[Intel Core i7]] for [[LGA 1366]] |
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| graphics = [[ATI Radeon]], [[Nvidia GeForce]] |
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| website = [https://web.archive.org/web/20110221235628/http://www.clevo.com.tw/en/products/prodinfo.asp?productid=279 Clevo x7200] |
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The '''Clevo X7200''' is a 17.3" [[laptop computer]] manufactured by [[Clevo]], released in September 2010. Unlike other laptops of the time, the X7200 is designed to run a desktop [[Intel Core i7]] processor for [[LGA 1366]] socket.<ref>Westover, Brian [https://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2374803,00.asp "AVADirect Clevo X7200"], ''PC Magazine'', January 4, 2011</ref> The X7200 may be configured to use dual link video cards using either [[GeForce GTX|Nvidia GeForce GTX]] (Fermi architecture) in [[Scalable Link Interface|SLI]] or [[AMD Graphics|AMD (ATI)]] [[Radeon R900|Mobility Radeon 6970]] in [[ATI Crossfire|Crossfire]] configuration.<ref>Soderstrom, Thomas [http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/geforce-gtx-485m-radeon-hd-6970m-avadirect-x7200,2884.html "AVADirect’s X7200: The GeForce GTX 485M SLI Mobile Graphics Giant"], ''Tom's Hardware'', April 1, 2011</ref><ref>Soderstrom, Thomas [http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/radeon-hd-6970m-mobility-radeon-eurocom-panther,2847.html "AMD's Mobility Radeon HD 6970 In CrossFire On Eurocom's Panther"], ''Tom's Hardware'', January 31, 2011</ref> The X7200 has capacity for three hard drives, allowing various [[RAID]] configurations, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and also RAID 10 if the optical drive is replaced by a fourth HDD.<ref>[http://www.techpowerup.com/131867/EUROCOM-Launches-RAID-10-Notebooks-with-Superfast-480GB-SSDs.html "EUROCOM Launches RAID 10 Notebooks with Superfast 480GB SSDs"], ''TechPowerUp'', September 29, 2010</ref> |
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The Sager '''NP7280''' ( aka Clevo x7200 ) is a Desktop Replacement 17.3" laptop powered by by Intel Core i7 desktop processors. The laptop is also capable of Dual nVIDIA GeForce GTX (Fermi) with Scalable Link Interface (SLI) technology and rumored to be added ATI CrossFire graphics cards. |
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The X7200 was superseded by Clevo models of updated but broadly similar desktop-computer-like characteristics, such as the P570WM3.<ref>See current product list and specifications on Clevo Web site.</ref> |
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According to the Clevo Web site the x7220 will fulfill "the performance enthusiasts who desire an incredible laptop, it stands out without competition."<ref> |
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[http://www.clevo.com.tw/en/products/prodinfo.asp?productid=279 Clevo x7200 Product Page], ''Clevo''</ref> |
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== Performance and price== |
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When configured with an [[List of Intel Core i7 microprocessors|Intel i7 980X/990X]] processor and Nvidia SLI or AMD Crossfire [[GPU]]s, the performance of the X7200 is comparable to a desktop machine, faster than laptop computers with more restricted processors and graphics cards. This makes the machine suitable for processor- and graphics-intensive use, such as for playing games requiring high performance, [[LAN party|LAN parties]], [[software development]], and video editing.<ref>Mason, Pete [http://www.hexus.net/content/item.php?item=26536 Eurocom announces HDMI-in equipped laptop], ''Hexus'', September 20, 2010</ref> The price, according to a review when the computer was launched, is commensurate with performance, starting at [[US$]]2,680, and rising to as high as $5,781.<ref name=AnandTech/> |
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== Unusual features == |
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A community based forum has been created for the Clevo x7200/Sager NP7280 at Notebook Review for the [http://forum.notebookreview.com/sager-clevo-reviews-owners-lounges/486713-clevo-x7200-sager-np7280-owners-lounge.html Clevo x7200 and Sager NP7280 owners lounge] |
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* Supports [[Intel]] [[List of Intel Core i7 microprocessors|Core i7]] desktop CPUs, including the X58 HEDT i7-980X and i7-990X Extreme Edition, more powerful than [[mobile CPU]]s usually used by laptops.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Clevo X7200 Review |url=http://www.notebookreview.com/notebookreview/clevo-x7200-review/ |access-date=2022-01-17 |website= |language=en |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211104052739/http://www.notebookreview.com/notebookreview/clevo-x7200-review/ |archive-date=4 November 2021 |url-status=dead}}</ref> |
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* Four internal drive bays (including one that may hold an optical drive), more than other laptop computers. |
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* Supports dual video cards. The Clevo x7200 can be configured with two top-end Nvidia SLI or ATI CrossFire adapters, giving graphics performance better than other laptops.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2017-07-09 |title=CLEVO X7200 / SAGER NP7280 Configure |url=https://www.eurocom.com/ec/configure(2,299,0)CLEVO_X7200_SAGER_NP7280 |access-date=2022-01-17 |website= |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170709130542/https://www.eurocom.com/ec/configure(2,299,0)CLEVO_X7200_SAGER_NP7280 |archive-date=9 July 2017 |url-status=dead}}</ref> |
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== Branding == |
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Clevo laptops are not sold directly to customers, but are own-branded by resellers.<ref>Mossesgeld, Rico [http://www.tomshardware.com/news/desktop-replacements-x7200-x8100,10574.html "Up-Close With Clevo's New Desktop Replacements"], ''Tom's Hardware'', June 2, 2010</ref> Some reseller model names are: |
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* [[Eurocom Corporation|Eurocom]] Panther 2.0 |
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* [[Maingear]] Titan 17 |
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* [[Origin PC]] EON17 |
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* [[Sager]] NP7280 |
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* [[Falcon Northwest]] DRX.X |
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*cybertronPC |
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*Multicom Kunshan X7200 |
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== Reviews == |
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At the time of its release in September 2010, the x7200 was crowned "King of the Desktop Replacement."<ref>Walton, Jared [http://www.anandtech.com/show/3970/avadirect-clevo-x7200-worlds-fastest-dtr "AVADirect Clevo X7200: Six Cores, SSD RAID, and GTX 480M SLI Yields World's Fastest DTR Notebook"], ''AnandTech'', October 7, 2010</ref> |
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At the time of its release in September 2010 the X7200 was favourably reviewed by [[AnandTech]], and described as "King of the Desktop Replacement". It was also described as "an absolute tank", due to its weight of 5.5 kg in a basic configuration, compared to around 3 kg for other 17" "laptop" computers, and heavy power consumption of around 300W.<ref name=AnandTech>Walton, Jared [http://www.anandtech.com/show/3970/avadirect-clevo-x7200-worlds-fastest-dtr "AVADirect Clevo X7200: Six Cores, SSD RAID, and GTX 480M SLI Yields World's Fastest DTR Notebook"], ''AnandTech'', October 7, 2010</ref> |
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== Known |
== Known issues == |
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Soon after its release, it was reported{{by whom|date=July 2011}} certain X7200/NP7280 configurations under heavy use would cause the power supply unit (PSU) to cut out, switching the power to the laptop's battery.{{Citation needed|date=April 2011}}<!-- Need citation from Speedy and others about power draw and safety feature of the PSU --> In order to prevent the problem, Clevo developed a power connecting bridge so two PSUs could be used in tandem to provide the necessary power to the system, thus preventing the PSU from a fault.{{Citation needed|date=April 2011}} |
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==References== |
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Soon after its release, it was reported[need citation] certain x7200/NP7280 configurations under heavy would cause the power supply unit (PSU) to cut out, switching the power to the laptop's battery. [Need citation from Speedy and others about power draw and safety feature of the PSU]. In order to prevent the problem, Clevo developed a power connecting bridge so two PSUs could be used in tandem to provide the necessary power to the system, thus preventing the PSU from a fault. [Citations and need to expand all of this.] |
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== External links == |
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== Drivers for the Clevo x7200 / Sager NP 7280 == |
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* {{official website}} |
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* Notebook Review, Charles P. Jefferies, [http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=5958&review=clevo+x7200+avadirect "Clevo X7200 Review"], 6 December 2010 |
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* ''[[PC Magazine]]'', Brian Westover, [https://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2374803,00.asp "AVADirect Clevo X7200"], 4 January 2011 |
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| AUDIO |
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| Realtek ALC888 HD Audio |
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| Realtek |
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| R2.58 - containing 6.0.1.6316 driver |
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| Mar. 2, 2011 |
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| [http://218.210.127.131/downloads/downloadsView.aspx?Langid=1&PNid=14&PFid=24&Level=4&Conn=3&DownTypeID=3&GetDown=false Realtek Downloads] |
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| Optional |
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| Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for RAID controller |
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| Intel® |
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| 10.1.0.1008 |
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| Dec. 15, 2010 |
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| [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&ProdId=2101&DwnldID=19607&ProductFamily=Chipsets&ProductLine=Chipset+Software&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+Rapid+Storage+Technology+%28Intel%C2%AE+RST%29&lang=eng Intel Rapid Storage Technology] |
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| Optional |
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| Intel® RST Driver Files (for version 10.1) - F6 Install (64-bit) |
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| Intel® |
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| 10.1.0.1008 |
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| Dec. 15, 2010 |
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| [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&ProdId=2101&DwnldID=19601&ProductFamily=Chipsets&ProductLine=Chipset+Software&ProductProduct=Intel%c2%ae+Rapid+Storage+Technology+(Intel%c2%ae+RST)&lang=eng Intel Download Center - Intel Download Center for RST Drivers] |
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| Optional |
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| INF Update Utility - Primarily for Intel® 6, 5, 4, 3, 900 Series Chipsets |
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| Intel® |
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| 9.2.0.1025 |
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| Mar. 3, 2011 |
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| [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&ProdId=816&DwnldID=19597&ProductFamily=Chipsets&ProductLine=Chipset+Software&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+Chipset+Software+Installation+Utility&lang=eng Intel Download INF Update Utility] |
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| Optional |
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| 6300 Ultimate Centrino 802.11 Wi-Fi |
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| Intel® |
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| 13.5.0 |
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| Mar. 4, 2011 |
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| [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&DwnldID=19856&ProdId=3200&lang=eng Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software and Drivers for Windows 7 64-Bit*] |
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| Optional |
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| TouchStrip Fingerprint Sensor (Windows 7 Biometric Framework (WBF)) |
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| UPEK |
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| 1.4.3 |
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| Oct. 27, 2010 |
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| [http://www.upek.com/support/downloads/drivers/windows7.asp WBF Windows Drivers for TouchChip/TouchStrip] |
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| Optional |
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| Bison Cam |
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| Bison Electric |
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| 9.2.1.71.19 |
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| Aug. 12, 2010 |
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| [ftp://usftp.clevo.com.tw/X7200/Optional/Bison.zip Bison 2.0M and 3.0M pixel webcams driver for Windows 7.] |
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| OTHERS |
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| x7200 User's Manual |
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| Clevo |
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| 1.0 |
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| [ftp://sftp.clevo.com.tw/USRMANUAL/X7200/X7200_EUM.zip Clevo Downloads] |
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| OTHERS |
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| x7200 Service Manual |
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| Clevo |
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| 1.0 |
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| [ftp://usftp.clevo.com.tw/SERVICEM/X7200/X7200_ESM.zip Clevo Downloads] |
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| OTHERS |
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| Integrated LAN JMC 25x/26x |
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| JMicron |
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| R0.0.27.6_WHQL |
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| Mar. 12, 2011 |
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| [ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/Ethernet/Windows/ JMicron Downloads] |
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| OTHERS |
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| Flash Media Card Reader (JMicron JMB38X) |
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| JMicron |
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| R1.00.57 |
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| Feb. 24, 2011 |
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| [ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/CardReader/Windows/ JMicron Downloads] |
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| OTHERS |
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| Synaptics PS/2 Port Pointing Device |
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| Synaptics |
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| 15.2.7 |
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| Dec. 22, 2010 |
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| [http://www.synaptics.com/support/drivers Synaptic Drivers Downloads] |
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| VGA |
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| GeForce 400M Series |
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| nVidia |
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| 267.76 WHQL |
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| Mar. 24, 2011 |
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| [http://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx?lang=en-us nVidia Downloads] |
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== BIOS for the Clevo x7200 / Sager NP 7280 == |
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| Clevo x7200 BIOS - Support V4.x M/B (±) |
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| Clevo |
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| BIOS 1.00.09 |
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| Mar. 25, 2011 |
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| [ftp://cftp.clevo.com.tw/ALLBIOS/X7200/BIOS_09.zip Clevo Downloads] |
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| Clevo x7200 BIOS - Support for AMD Mobility Radeon HD 6970M |
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| Clevo |
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| 1.00.08 BIOS / 1.00.06 KBC/EC |
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| Feb. 25, 2011 |
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| [ftp://cftp.clevo.com.tw/ALLBIOS/X7200/X72_0806.zip Clevo Downloads] |
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| Sager NP7280 BIOS |
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| Sager / Phoenix |
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| 05cs/ecflash7 |
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| Dec. 10, 2010 |
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| [http://www2.sagernotebook.com/Sagernotebook/misc/728bv05cs.zip Sager Support Downloads] |
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* (±) - If needed, use 1.00.06 KBC/EC from 1.00.08 BIOS update |
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== Video BIOS for Graphics cards of the Clevo x7200 / Sager NP 7280 == |
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| AMD/ATI Radeon HD6970M Video BIOS ª |
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| ? |
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| AMD HD6970M VBIOS BR39257.008 |
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| Mar. 11, 2011 |
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| [ftp://cftp.clevo.com.tw/ALLBIOS/X7200/BR39257.008.zip Clevo Downloads] |
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* ª - CF configuration - Run master.bat to flash VBIOS of master VGA card, Run slave.bat to flash VBIOS of slave VGA card. |
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* ª - Single Graphics card - Run One_card.bat. |
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== Utilities for the Clevo x7200 / Sager NP 7280 == |
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| CPU / System Utility |
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| Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility |
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| Intel® |
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| version 2.1 |
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| Jan. 04, 2011 |
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| [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&DwnldID=19683&keyword=%22xtu%22&lang=eng Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility] |
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| SSD Utility |
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| Intel® SATA Solid-State Drive Firmware Update Tool |
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| Intel® |
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| version 1.7 |
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| Jan. 26, 2011 |
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| [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&ProdId=3114&DwnldID=18363&ProductFamily=Solid+State+Drives+and+Caching&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+High+Performance+Solid+State+Drive&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+X25-M+Solid+State+Drive%2c+160GB+SATA+II+2.5in%2c+MLC%2c+High+Performanceeng Intel® SATA Solid-State Drive Firmware Update Tool] |
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| SSD Utility |
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| Intel® Data Migration Software |
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| Intel® |
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| version 1.1 |
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| Feb. 09, 2011 |
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| [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&ProdId=3114&DwnldID=19324&ProductFamily=Solid+State+Drives+and+Caching&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+High+Performance+Solid+State+Drive&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+X25-M+Solid+State+Drive%2c+160GB+SATA+II+2.5in%2c+MLC%2c+High+Performanceeng Intel® Data Migration Software] |
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| SSD Utility |
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| Intel® Solid-State Drive (SSD) Toolbox |
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| Intel® |
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| version 2.01 |
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| Oct. 19, 2010 |
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| [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&ProdId=3114&DwnldID=18455&ProductFamily=Solid+State+Drives+and+Caching&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+High+Performance+Solid+State+Drive&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+X25-M+Solid+State+Drive%2c+160GB+SATA+II+2.5in%2c+MLC%2c+High+Performanceeng Intel® Solid-State Drive (SSD) Toolbox] |
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==Notes== |
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{{Reflist}} |
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[[Category:Mobile workstations]] |
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{{Uncategorized|date=March 2011}} |
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[[Category:Computer-related introductions in 2010]] |
Latest revision as of 05:58, 24 February 2024
Developer | Clevo |
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Type | Desktop replacement laptop |
Release date | September 2010 |
CPU | Desktop Intel Core i7 for LGA 1366 |
Graphics | ATI Radeon, Nvidia GeForce |
Website | Clevo x7200 |
The Clevo X7200 is a 17.3" laptop computer manufactured by Clevo, released in September 2010. Unlike other laptops of the time, the X7200 is designed to run a desktop Intel Core i7 processor for LGA 1366 socket.[1] The X7200 may be configured to use dual link video cards using either Nvidia GeForce GTX (Fermi architecture) in SLI or AMD (ATI) Mobility Radeon 6970 in Crossfire configuration.[2][3] The X7200 has capacity for three hard drives, allowing various RAID configurations, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and also RAID 10 if the optical drive is replaced by a fourth HDD.[4]
The X7200 was superseded by Clevo models of updated but broadly similar desktop-computer-like characteristics, such as the P570WM3.[5]
Performance and price
[edit]When configured with an Intel i7 980X/990X processor and Nvidia SLI or AMD Crossfire GPUs, the performance of the X7200 is comparable to a desktop machine, faster than laptop computers with more restricted processors and graphics cards. This makes the machine suitable for processor- and graphics-intensive use, such as for playing games requiring high performance, LAN parties, software development, and video editing.[6] The price, according to a review when the computer was launched, is commensurate with performance, starting at US$2,680, and rising to as high as $5,781.[7]
Unusual features
[edit]- Supports Intel Core i7 desktop CPUs, including the X58 HEDT i7-980X and i7-990X Extreme Edition, more powerful than mobile CPUs usually used by laptops.[8]
- Four internal drive bays (including one that may hold an optical drive), more than other laptop computers.
- Supports dual video cards. The Clevo x7200 can be configured with two top-end Nvidia SLI or ATI CrossFire adapters, giving graphics performance better than other laptops.[9]
Branding
[edit]Clevo laptops are not sold directly to customers, but are own-branded by resellers.[10] Some reseller model names are:
- Eurocom Panther 2.0
- Maingear Titan 17
- Origin PC EON17
- Sager NP7280
- Falcon Northwest DRX.X
- cybertronPC
- Multicom Kunshan X7200
Reviews
[edit]At the time of its release in September 2010 the X7200 was favourably reviewed by AnandTech, and described as "King of the Desktop Replacement". It was also described as "an absolute tank", due to its weight of 5.5 kg in a basic configuration, compared to around 3 kg for other 17" "laptop" computers, and heavy power consumption of around 300W.[7]
Known issues
[edit]Soon after its release, it was reported[by whom?] certain X7200/NP7280 configurations under heavy use would cause the power supply unit (PSU) to cut out, switching the power to the laptop's battery.[citation needed] In order to prevent the problem, Clevo developed a power connecting bridge so two PSUs could be used in tandem to provide the necessary power to the system, thus preventing the PSU from a fault.[citation needed]
References
[edit]- ^ Westover, Brian "AVADirect Clevo X7200", PC Magazine, January 4, 2011
- ^ Soderstrom, Thomas "AVADirect’s X7200: The GeForce GTX 485M SLI Mobile Graphics Giant", Tom's Hardware, April 1, 2011
- ^ Soderstrom, Thomas "AMD's Mobility Radeon HD 6970 In CrossFire On Eurocom's Panther", Tom's Hardware, January 31, 2011
- ^ "EUROCOM Launches RAID 10 Notebooks with Superfast 480GB SSDs", TechPowerUp, September 29, 2010
- ^ See current product list and specifications on Clevo Web site.
- ^ Mason, Pete Eurocom announces HDMI-in equipped laptop, Hexus, September 20, 2010
- ^ a b Walton, Jared "AVADirect Clevo X7200: Six Cores, SSD RAID, and GTX 480M SLI Yields World's Fastest DTR Notebook", AnandTech, October 7, 2010
- ^ "Clevo X7200 Review". Archived from the original on 4 November 2021. Retrieved 2022-01-17.
- ^ "CLEVO X7200 / SAGER NP7280 Configure". 2017-07-09. Archived from the original on 9 July 2017. Retrieved 2022-01-17.
- ^ Mossesgeld, Rico "Up-Close With Clevo's New Desktop Replacements", Tom's Hardware, June 2, 2010
External links
[edit]- Official website
- Notebook Review, Charles P. Jefferies, "Clevo X7200 Review", 6 December 2010
- PC Magazine, Brian Westover, "AVADirect Clevo X7200", 4 January 2011