SHARE ko for LF Laptops "checklist", kasi sana nabasa ko ito earlier...

[yki01]

TIL, at sana nakita ko 'to the first time na nagka-lappy... ngayon 5th laptop ko na from some (1)unknown laptop brand "NEO" (2)compaq, (3)hp, (4)dell, (5)asusTUF... to asusZenbook2in1 again na binenta ko din agad.

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First Time Checklist​

The ultimate first time checklist guide to help you getting started with your new device!​

Some parts of this also apply to prebuilt desktops

• Check box for obvious shipping damage
• Check laptop for dents and scratches
• Check packaging (confirm new model)
• Check power brick and cord damage
• Check for cracks, fractures or impact marks
• Open and close lid (check hinges)
• When setting up Windows for the first time, don’t connect to the internet, therefore you won’t have to deal with unnecessary Microsoft services
• Verify actual specs are what you bought (HWInfo and model number)
• Check all keys multiple hits (enter key)
• Check for dead pixels (black and white screen tests)
• Check all ports working (check snugness and fit)
• Check profiles and fan speeds (noise)
• Check RGB across diff profiles (dark room and well lit)
• Check for backlight bleed
• Check trackpad for motion and click feel
• Check different resolutions
• Take system image “out of the box”
• Remove bloatware (McAfee, etc.)
• Update Lenovo Vantage / Asus Armory crate or any other proprietary laptop manufacturer's software (if available)
• Update bios (check #forbidden# for best current version). However, if you don’t have any issue with it, don’t. Don’t fix it if it ain’t broken. [First time users, don’t update Bios]
• Update NVIDIA driver (check #forbidden# for best current version)
• Connect to wifi and run Windows update
• Take system image “updated” You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. . Should the need arise, and if you are fine with doing a fresh Windows install in the future, you can skip this step.
• Charge battery and confirm 100% as start point
• Review #forbidden#/Reddit for any new issues experienced by new owners
• Install benchmarking and hardware info tools
• Confirm benchmarks measure up to other users of same model (Cinebench for CPU, aida64+heaven for combined load stress test, 3Dmark timespy/firestrike for an overall benchmark, shadow of the tomb raider for a non-synthetic benchmark)
• Download some programs and games and enjoy your new device

 

[yki01]

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updated checklist:

First Time Checklist​

After you receive any new, or refurbished machine, there are things you should do and check before using the device, in case you might want to return it.

[ ] Check the box for shipping damage, especially the tape that usually says “Do Not Accept If Seal Is Broken” as this might mean that someone tampered with your gadget in transit. However, if it is an imported device, that might have been your country's customs.
We also highly recommend you take a video of you unboxing the gadget, in case seller tries to claim you broke it.
[ ]Check the device itself for any dents, scratches, chipped paint, cracked broken plastic etc.
[ ]Check you actually received what you bought
[ ]Check if the power adapter isn't damaged
[ ]Check if hinges are working correctly by opening and closing the laptop a few times.
[ ]Verify actual hardware specs are what you ordered. They should be printed on the box. If not, there should be at least a serial number you can use to check your exact unit on your OEM's website.
[ ]If your device didn't come with an OS, install it. If you are installing Windows, check our You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.
[ ]Test the keyboard for any keys feel wrong, are damaged or don't work at all. You can use something like this You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.
[ ]Use You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. to check for any dead pixels out of the box.
Warranty coverage on dead pixels varies from OEM to OEM, usually you need a group of 5-10 dead pixels in one spot.
[ ]Check if all ports are working. USB-C and A ports should be really tight on a brand new device.
[ ]Check for display backlight bleed. Sadly this is normal with IPS displays and there is nothing you can do about it.
[ ]If your system has a backlit or RGB keyboard, try out all possible modes.
[ ]Check if your device's OEM software contains controls over fans.
[ ]If you have a high resolution display (1440p and 2160p) check if they work properly and set display scaling so you can actually see what is on the screen.
[ ]Create a You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now., just in case
[ ]Remove all bloatware. That is usually stuff like McAfee or any other Antivirus, Amazon links, preinstalled sponsored Windows games and apps, Windows system apps you don't use.
For Lenovo Legion devices, this includes You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. and installing You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. If you have a Thinkpad, install You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..
[ ]Connect to internet and let Windows Update run. This will reinstall some Windows Store bloatware, so repeat the step above.
[ ]Charge the battery and confirm 100% as start point. Then, if your device supports it, limit it's maximum charge to save on charge cycles, especially if you plan to use it on AC power only.
[ ]You can use benchmarking software (Cinebench for CPU, Aida64 + Unigine Heaven for combined GPU+CPU stress test, 3Dmark Timespy/Firestrike for an overall benchmark, Shadow of the Tomb Raider for a realistic game benchmark) to confirm expected performance from your hardware.