Compal HEL8X Drivers Download This page contains the list of device drivers for Compal HEL8X. To download the proper driver, first choose your operating system, then find your device name and click the download button. DriverTuner will download and update your Compal Drivers Automatically. Supported Compal Manufacturers Sound Card; Printer. Introduction Compal HEL80 () The Compal HEL80 is a 15.4' mid-range gaming system that offers power and performance at a reasonable price. The HEL80 is often directly compared to the Asus S96J/Z96J (96J hereafter). Many prospective buyers will find themselves trying to decide between these two similar systems. I went through this very process five months ago when they were both newly released. The business-class also meets the requirements of those looking at the HEL80 and 96J, but it is a more expensive option. My goal is to help you make an informed decision about whether or not the HEL80 is right for you and to provide a resource for new HEL80 owners. My system’s Specifications: • Intel Core Duo T2500 (2.0 GHz) • 2 GB Corsair RAM @ 667 MHz • 256 MB Nvidia GeForce go 7600 • Arctic Silver 5 Thermal Compound • 15.4' WSXGA+ Matte display (1680×1050) • 100 GB 7200 RPM SATA HD • Built-in Secure Digital (SD/MMC) & MemoryStick/MemoryStick Pro reader • Dual-layer DVD RW optical drive • 3945 a/b/g Wireless • Internal Bluetooth adapter • 14.25' x 10.4' x 1.25~1.5' • 6.95 lbs. Including battery • PowerPro 3-year Warranty with Next-Business-Day Shipping • Windows XP Pro I paid roughly $1,770 total including shipping for the above configuration from. I had an unused copy of XP Pro lying around, so my price does not include the operating system. Reasons for buying My desktop was converted into a business machine, so I needed a new personal system. Having owned three Dell systems (one notebook and two desktops), I went with the. Unfortunately, the system crashed regularly and technical support could not figure out the problem. It was probably due to a faulty hardware or software installation, but I could not lose any more time trying to fix it. It was a shame to return it because I liked the e1705. Although I do not play games as often these days, I definitely want the ability to do so. The, which is more powerful and not much more expensive than the Inspiron (I paid a lot for mine), came highly recommended. I almost bought an NP5760, but my doubts about getting another 17' desktop replacement held me back. When I had taken the e1705 out of the box, I remembered my reaction to its size. Although I had seen 17' systems in stores, holding one in my hands (store models are always bolted down) was quite different and I did not want to take such a large system around with me. Since I liked the idea of spending less on a smaller-yet-capable system, I decided on a mid-range system. The Asus 96J had always been a stand out and I was pretty much set on it until the Compal HEL80 was released. Some well-respected NBR forum members posted very positive comments about the HEL80 in the forums and I began to weigh the two options. Speaking with Donald Stratton of helped me a great deal, and the reasons for my buying decision are spread throughout this review. Main Questions/Issues Underclocked GPU? The single most common question asked about the HEL80 concerns its graphics card. Yes, Compal underclocks the Nvidia GeForce Go 7600 in the HEL80. The stock clocks are set at 350MHz core/350MHz memory. Asus sets the x1600 in the 96J at 450/370. I will discuss overclocking later in the review. Inferior 3D Performance? If clockspeeds and synthetic benchmarks are what you will ultimately base your decision on, you should look at the Asus 96J or the HP nc8430. Although they both receive higher scores in 3DMark05 than the HEL80, keep in mind that synthetic benchmarks are exactly that — synthetic. Real-life gaming experiences with all three systems will be relatively similar since their GPUs. I have not been disappointed by the gaming performance of my HEL80 at native resolution (1680×1050) with stock settings. I do not nor have I upgraded its. Keyboard flex? In my opinion, all notebook keyboards leave something to be desired. Now, I have not had the privilege of using a ThinkPad, but I have used a number of notebooks over the years. I prefer the full-sized external keyboard/mouse setup on my desktop, but when I do use the HEL80’s keyboard I have no complaints. Although this keyboard is well-suited to my typing style, some may feel it is on the bouncy/flexible side. Numerous HEL80 owners have employed a quick and simple fix to stabilize their keyboards. I do not notice the flex and it gets the job done as-is. Links to four of the more important posts outlining this fix:,,, Fan Behavior? There are some HEL80 owners who do not like the way the cooling fan operates. The HEL80’s fan is fairly quiet and is hard to notice most of the time. The problem is that the fan can cycle on and off under certain conditions, which is irritating to some. It does not bother me, but in a silent room it could be bothersome to sensitive ears if it begins to cycle. Suspend Issue?
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