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Poser - OFFICIAL F.A.Q (Last Updated: 2024 Nov 25 12:38 pm)
I got a netbook rather than a lappy because I didn't wanna carry luggage with me when I go to the doctor's office, the park, etc. ;o). The netbook fits the bill...lol. Everything else I have runs on it. Wings runs just fine as does video an music, so even if I can't get an internet wireless connection, I still has something to do ;o). Besides, my netbook really qualifies to be a nettop due to it's somewhat larger than normal netbook size. It's 11.7 inches. I can still get everything in a nice small case tho...lol.
Laurie
I've tried running Poser several times on my netbook. I can run any version up to Poser 7. Poser 8 however refuses to run. It also runs Photoshop CS2 quite well (again, not the newer versions but CS2 can do most of everything anyway) And Hexagon of course. Basically it all works just fine.
The one I have is a Samsung NC10. 1 gb ram. 2 gb ram would probably help but since I mostly use it when I'm modeling small stuff elsewhere and just need to TEST it in Poser, it's ok.
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Using Poser since 2002. Currently at Version 11.1 - Win 10.
As a main computer, I wouldn't go the netbook route. You can get a more robust desktop computer for only a little more money and not be stuck with a small keyboard, less RAM, no DVD burner, and less computer speed. Right now, in the US, Staples is selling, for $299 (Office Depot has the same one with a rebate that drops the price by another $30):
Compaq CQ5300Y Computer, Q1859 18.5-in. LCD Widescreen. AMD Sempron LE processor. 2GB memory, 320GB Hard Drive, Lightscribe DVD +-RW Drive. Windows 7 Home Premium
I personally don't like Compaq computers, but you can always get more computer power in a desktop for less money than with a portable computer. The Compaq just happened to be the cheapest computer I could quickly find on sale in stores--to help illustrate that a netbook isn't necessarily a huge money saver.
With Poser, you want more RAM, more disk space, a faster processor, and a multicore processor to speed up renders. To back up Poser downloaded content, you'll want a DVD burner. There are portable burners for netbooks, but that's adding extra cost.
For portability, a netbook is my choice for mobile needs. I've been using Poser 5 on mine and it works very well with it. I'll never go back to a laptop again because I'm more than willing to trade off a smaller screen and keyboard for more portability and battery life and less weight. My computing needs on the road are less than they are when I'm home, so portability is a higher priority for me than other factors. Since I have wireless at home, a netbook is nice to be on the net while away from the desktop.
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I Run both, Poser 8 and PoserPro 2010 on twe netbooks
Asus 1OOOHA, 10.1" screen, 1GB RAM , a 270 processor, on Windows XP
Dell Netbook, 10.1 screen 1GB RAM , a 450 processor, on Windows 7 Starter pack.
2GB RAM would be a wise upgrade
No technical issues, but keep the scenes light.
Or use up to and including Judy.
Forget the zillion poly figures. The are not worth it anyway, :-)
Alyson Lo Res is a very good alternative.
Poser 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7,
P8 and PPro2010, P9 and PP2012, P10 and PP2014 Game
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"Do not drive
faster then your angel can fly"!
Well, the ASUS has XP and my Dell mini has Windows7.
I think Windows 7 starter pack is the way to go. With the Windows 7 readyboost on a FAST SD card, all apps runs very well on the DELL. (It takes a week or 2, up to a month, for readyboost to realy cick-in. Then the speed increase becomes obvious.)
Only downside is the screen resolution that is a mere 1024x600 (on all those 10" netbooks). That is small for Poser, but doable. Personally I would go for at least a 12" screen. Still a small package but those have a sreen of 1366x728 (and go for the 2GB RAM). And most are single core dual treat.
PS, The Wifi on the Dell is better then on the ASUS.(on mine anyway)
Poser 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7,
P8 and PPro2010, P9 and PP2012, P10 and PP2014 Game
Dev
"Do not drive
faster then your angel can fly"!
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I got my netbook at Newegg. Most of the newer ones have either Win7 Starter (which I wouldn't want) or Windows XP full (which I'd rather have) ;o).Mine has Windows 7 64 bit full, but the one I bought was only one of maybe two or three that has that. ;o).
Laurie
When all setles down, I would go for Win7.
OK, the protections are there, but there is no way back, so better get used to it.
Readyboost itself is worth the difference. (or buy eboostr to do the same with XP)
Never-ever go Vista.......
But do the 2GB RAM upgrade.
And at least the 450 processor.
The N270 is a little on the light side for heavy progs.....
Poser 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7,
P8 and PPro2010, P9 and PP2012, P10 and PP2014 Game
Dev
"Do not drive
faster then your angel can fly"!
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