--- title: "CADspeed: Optimize Your Hardware for CAD Applications | Laptops (2)" description: Laptops | Read the latest tips about optimizing hardware for CAD applications with experts from CADspeed. 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Where we once had been tethered to our desks, chained for productivity’s sake, we are now free to roam the corporate wilderness. People are grabbing their tablets and laptops and running out the door to continue working at the job site, in coffee shops, and from home. And thanks to the wonders of wireless networking, you can keep right on working just about anywhere you go. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2012/01/17/wifi-for-the-cad-workstation-part-1-wifi-g-and-wifi-n) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [WiFi](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/wifi), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Network](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/network), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [AutoCAD WS for Facilities Management – Part 3: Managing Your Room Changes from the Cloud](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2012/01/11/autocad-ws-for-facilities-management-part-3-managing-your-room-changes-from-the-cloud) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Jan 10, 2012, 11:12:55 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2558647498-jpg/blog-files/fig1.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2012/01/11/autocad-ws-for-facilities-management-part-3-managing-your-room-changes-from-the-cloud) Welcome to the third part of the series of AutoCAD WS for Facilities Management (FM). [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2012/01/11/autocad-ws-for-facilities-management-part-3-managing-your-room-changes-from-the-cloud) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Autodesk](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/autodesk), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Facilities Management](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/facilities-management), [AutoCAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/autocad), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Mobile Vs. Deskside: CAD Workstations Don't Follow Conventional Rules](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2012/01/04/mobile-vs-deskside-cad-workstations-dont-follow-conventional-rules) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Jan 3, 2012, 8:00:54 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2558648098-jpg/blog-files/mobile_vs_deskside_cad_workstations_sales.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2012/01/04/mobile-vs-deskside-cad-workstations-dont-follow-conventional-rules) A disconnect has been emerging between the perception and reality of mobile workstation sales and usage. Since its emergence almost a decade ago, I've viewed the mobile workstation as a slam-dunk when it came to replacing conventional corporate/consumer notebooks, as they are far more appropriate devices for hard-core graphics professionals. But especially recently, the buzz about mobile machines becoming more than road-warrior tools — but instead deskside replacements —has gotten louder. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2012/01/04/mobile-vs-deskside-cad-workstations-dont-follow-conventional-rules) Topics: [Dell Business Workstation](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/dell-business-workstation), [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [AutoCAD WS for Facilities Management – Part 2: Managing Your Space from the Cloud](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/12/22/autocad-ws-for-facilities-management-part-2-managing-your-space-from-the-cloud) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Dec 22, 2011, 12:08:34 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2558647828-jpg/blog-files/fig11.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/12/22/autocad-ws-for-facilities-management-part-2-managing-your-space-from-the-cloud) Welcome to the second part of the series of AutoCAD WS for Facilities Management (or FM as we call it). [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/12/22/autocad-ws-for-facilities-management-part-2-managing-your-space-from-the-cloud) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Autodesk](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/autodesk), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Facilities Management](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/facilities-management), [AutoCAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/autocad), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [AutoCAD WS for Facilities Management – Part 1: Collaboration in the Cloud](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/12/13/autocad-ws-for-facilities-management-part-1-collaboration-in-the-cloud) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Dec 13, 2011, 2:38:33 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2558647498-jpg/blog-files/fig1.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/12/13/autocad-ws-for-facilities-management-part-1-collaboration-in-the-cloud) I was one of those CAD geeks who did the loop around my small office when AutoCAD WS was released. It is a sophisticated mobility tool that Autodesk was savvy enough to release for free. Now available on the App Store for Apple devices and native Macs as well as the Android Market for Android devices, it gives a massive scope to CAD users and facilities managers alike. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/12/13/autocad-ws-for-facilities-management-part-1-collaboration-in-the-cloud) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Autodesk](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/autodesk), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Facilities Management](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/facilities-management), [AutoCAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/autocad), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [What Type of Computer Do You Use for CAD Work?](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/09/23/what-type-of-computer-do-you-use-for-cad-work) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Sep 23, 2011, 2:32:59 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2558645773-jpg/blog-files/what_type_of_computer_do_you_use_for_cad_work.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/09/23/what-type-of-computer-do-you-use-for-cad-work) Since early August, Cadalyst.com has been running a poll asking users, “[What type of computer do you use primarily for CAD-related work?](https://www.cadalyst.com/hardware/workstations/what-type-computer-do-you-use-primarily-cad-related-work-13995)” As this post went live, 905 people had voted. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/09/23/what-type-of-computer-do-you-use-for-cad-work) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [Windows](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/windows), [Macintosh](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/macintosh), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [AutoCAD WS: Go Mobile and Collaborate in Real Time](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/07/12/autocad-ws-go-mobile-and-collaborate-in-real-time) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Jul 12, 2011, 6:27:27 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2566392974-jpg/blog-files/ws1.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/07/12/autocad-ws-go-mobile-and-collaborate-in-real-time) With over 2 million downloads in less than a year — AutoCAD WS has become quite the mobile sensation. Thanks to Cloud technology, you can now upload your drawings to AutoCAD WS — and access them from any iOS (iPod touch, iPAD, iPhone) or Google Android device. [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/07/12/autocad-ws-go-mobile-and-collaborate-in-real-time) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Autodesk](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/autodesk), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [AutoCAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/autocad), [WiFi](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/wifi), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [Dell Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/dell-workstations), [Windows](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/windows), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Hardware Configurations for Solid Edge and Other CAD Applications](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/06/14/hardware-configurations-for-solid-edge-and-other-cad-applications) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Jun 14, 2011, 8:32:48 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2566392154-jpg/blog-files/screenhunter_05-jun.-02-17.37.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/06/14/hardware-configurations-for-solid-edge-and-other-cad-applications) Since high performance, high scalability workstations can cost a bit more than traditional desktops or laptops, people should do some comparison shopping first. An entry-level desktop workstation can be both price competitive and still offer many features of traditionally higher priced workstations. So what should you look for when you are comparing hardware features? [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/06/14/hardware-configurations-for-solid-edge-and-other-cad-applications) Topics: [Dell Business Workstation](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/dell-business-workstation), [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [Solid Edge](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/solid-edge), [RAM](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/ram), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Graphics Card](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-card), [Hard Drive](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hard-drive), [Processors](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/processors), [Operating Systems](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-systems), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Memory](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/memory), [Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-cards), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Operating System](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-system), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [Dell Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/dell-workstations), [Windows](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/windows), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Plan a CAD Software and Hardware Upgrade, Part 3: Find the Right Solutions](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/28/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-3-find-the-right-solutions) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 28, 2011, 2:31:22 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2572885355-jpg/blog-files/istock_000015125403xsmall.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/28/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-3-find-the-right-solutions) The [first part of this series about upgrading CAD software and hardware](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/26/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-1-working-with-your-it-department/) talked about using the Information Technology Lifecycle to help define how computer software and hardware can support your company’s business goals. [The first three steps](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/27/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-2-define-needs-measure-productivity/) help you define the needs and measure your current productivity levels. Next we’ll discuss how to recommend solutions. ### Step 4 [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/28/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-3-find-the-right-solutions) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [RAM](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/ram), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Displays](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/displays), [Graphics Card](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-card), [Hard Drive](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hard-drive), [Processors](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/processors), [Operating Systems](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-systems), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Memory](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/memory), [Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-cards), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [Display](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/display), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) ## [Plan a CAD Software and Hardware Upgrade, Part 2: Define Needs, Measure Productivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/27/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-2-define-needs-measure-productivity) Posted by [cadhardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/author/cadhardware) Apr 27, 2011, 5:06:09 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/file-2572885290-jpg/blog-files/istock_000009193923xsmall.jpg)](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/27/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-2-define-needs-measure-productivity) The [first part of this series about upgrading CAD software and hardware](http://cadspeed.wordpress.com/2011/04/26/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-1-working-with-your-it-department/) talked about using the Information Technology Lifecycle to help define how computer software and hardware can support your company's business goals. These first three steps help you define the needs and measure your current productivity levels. ### Step 1 [Read More](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/2011/04/27/plan-a-cad-software-and-hardware-upgrade-part-2-define-needs-measure-productivity) Topics: [Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/workstations), [RAM](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/ram), [Hardware](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hardware), [Displays](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/displays), [Graphics Card](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-card), [Hard Drive](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/hard-drive), [Processors](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/processors), [Operating Systems](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-systems), [GPU](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/gpu), [Memory](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/memory), [Graphics Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/graphics-cards), [Mobile Workstations](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/mobile-workstations), [Connectivity](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/connectivity), [Video Cards](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/video-cards), [Operating System](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/operating-system), [Laptops](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops), [Windows](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/windows), [Display](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/display), [CAD](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/cad) [Previous](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops/page/1) [All posts](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/all) [Next](https://blog.cadalyst.com/cadspeed/topic/laptops/page/3) # From the Editors of [![Cadalyst_logo_w_tagline](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Cadalyst_logo_w_tagline.png?width=250&height=59&name=Cadalyst_logo_w_tagline.png "Cadalyst_logo_w_tagline")](https://www.cadalyst.com) ### Subscribe to Email Updates ![cadspeed_spacer.gif](https://blog.cadalyst.com/hs-fs/hubfs/cadspeed_spacer.gif?width=278&name=cadspeed_spacer.gif "cadspeed_spacer.gif") Looking for something? 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