Looking to buy a new Laptop to use with a future purchase of a weather station. What's a good 17inch screen built in keyboard Laptop I should be looking for to run a weather station something 600.00 or less
February 26, 2025, 10:20 AM
Lenny5160
Absolutely any Windows laptop you can buy today will run weather/prediction software just fine.
Tony Leonard
February 26, 2025, 10:33 AM
racerdude2054
Buy the cheapest windows computer you can find! As long as you only use it for racing, it will be fine
February 27, 2025, 08:34 AM
sr4440
If it were me and I was going to leave it in the trailer, I would get a "mini pc" with Windows 11 and a 24" monitor. Mount the mini pc on the backside of the monitor and then mount in the trailer. You would be out the door for under $350.
I run this combo on my plasma cutter, It's slow to boot, but for simple tasks it works great.
Joe
Without data, you’re just another guy with an opinion.
February 27, 2025, 12:16 PM
CURTIS REED
quote:
Originally posted by sr4440: If it were me and I was going to leave it in the trailer, I would get a "mini pc" with Windows 11 and a 24" monitor. Mount the mini pc on the backside of the monitor and then mount in the trailer. You would be out the door for under $350.
I run this combo on my plasma cutter, It's slow to boot, but for simple tasks it works great.
Joe
That's a good idea. I think I will change mine around to the set up.
____________________________ 2017 and 2018 Osage Casinos Tulsa Raceway Park No-Box Champion
2018 Div4 Goodguys Hammer award winner
February 28, 2025, 09:52 AM
TD3550
Also what you can look at are Refurb Panasonic CF51/CF53 tough book. There are a ton out there on the bay. Got mine for 389.00 with Win 10. Most are commercial trade ins from LE. Work like a charm. Mine only had 12 hours on it. Seller was moving these like cattle. 10 star seller too. Just a thoughtThis message has been edited. Last edited by: TD3550,
March 01, 2025, 11:42 AM
Alaskaracer
I just get a laptop from Costco. Usually pay about $300 or so for one of the cheaper ones..they last about 5-6 years before they start to do funky stuff....
Mark Goulette Owner/Driver of the Livin' The Dream Racing dragster www.livinthedreamracing.com "Speed kills but it's better than going slow!" Authorized Amsoil Retailer
March 02, 2025, 08:57 PM
BP758
quote:
Originally posted by TD3550: Also what you can look at are Refurb Panasonic CF51/CF53 tough book. There are a ton out there on the bay. Got mine for 389.00 with Win 10. Most are commercial trade ins from LE. Work like a charm. Mine only had 12 hours on it. Seller was moving these like cattle. 10 star seller too. Just a thought
I have an Amazon unit that’s 7 plus years old. Has all my four link, Crew Chief and Racepac programs +! TD 3550 has been the only person who has kept this thing clean and flawless. Thanks Sam! Great advise and programs.
California Screaming! Raceless in California!
March 03, 2025, 10:09 AM
sr4440
One thing that may be a consideration, Windows 10 end of life (support) is Oct 14th 2025. If the computer is air gaped from the internet, no big deal. If it connects to the internet, I wouldn't be getting a new Windows 10 device.
Without data, you’re just another guy with an opinion.
March 03, 2025, 03:12 PM
markemark
quote:
One thing that may be a consideration, Windows 10 end of life (support) is Oct 14th 2025. If the computer is air gaped from the internet, no big deal. If it connects to the internet, I wouldn't be getting a new Windows 10 device.
If your laptop/ desktop came loaded with win 10 when you purchased, Microsoft has a free upgrade to win 11. I did this free upgrade in my 4 yr old laptop last year and it works the same as the win 11 in my desktop I built 2 yrs ago. I like 11 better than 10 now. I know others here swear by win 95 and would never change, but new isn’t bad.
March 18, 2025, 11:57 PM
Don Higgins Crew Chief Pro Software
Memory ( at least 16 gig of RAM ) and 17 inch screen will make your life easier.
A digital drive is a nice option, much faster response times.
Crew Chief Pro 7.980. It is not an evolution in Crew Chief Software, it is a Revolution in Crew Chief Software Drag Racing Software and Professional Weather Stations(309) 688-2990
