- Mobile computing with PCI hardware - not mini PCI
- Posted by beesmakehoney@cox.net on August 4th, 2003
Can anyone offer a solution?
I need to travel with a computer that has a PCI slot (not mini-PCI). Rather
than lug a desktop computer, and all the associated mishmash of monitor,
cables, keyboard and so on, I have been searching for a mobile solution.
Perhaps a portable PCI expansion system that will connect to a laptop. Best
would be a Tablet PC with a PCI slot but if I hold my breath for that one,
my life insurance company will take a nasty hit.
Looking forward to and will appreciate any advise,
Al
- Posted by Joe Davis on August 5th, 2003
Dell makes docking stations for both their Latitude C and Latitude D series
that accept PCI cards. Their port replicators don't accept PCI cards--you
need the full docking station--costs about $300. Note that you have to get
a Dell Latitude and not Inspiron.
As far as the tablet's go, they're a little underpowered and overpriced
relative to laptops, plus, I bet you'd end up carrying more stuff--external
CD, external keyboard, etc. than a lightweight laptop.
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- Posted by beesmakehoney@cox.net on August 5th, 2003
Well you put me on the right track! Thank you.
I have an old Thinkpad 600e and a quick search on Ebay displayed many of the
IBM SelectaDock III units at a very low price. This will work as a quick
fix as long as the 600e holds out.
Al
- Posted by Stromm Sarnac on August 5th, 2003
In article <6XBXa.8322$Ye.5935@fed1read02>, beesmakehoney@cox.net
says...
few companies out there (but the pain meds I'm takin for my back are
keeping the names from popping into my brain).
I know industrial construction companies use them. They are more
durable and a bit more costly but I've seen active units fall 20 feet
onto solid concrete and not even hickup.
