First Astrophotography Laptop
Would appreciate some advice on purchasing my first Astronomy / Astrophotography Laptop over the next couple of months
I have a HEQ5 mount with a 150" F6 reflector and a Canon 600D DSLR
At the moment I drift align / 2 star align and take photos of objects using the Synscan Hand controller to guide me around the night sky.I also use Stellarium on the desk top to provide info
I would like to progress to the next level and utilise various software for controlling the mount, guiding , imaging , stacking and processing etc..
From what ive read so far from various forums , websites etc.. the specs for a goodAstro Laptop should be geared towards the following -
15.6" HD screen
Intel Core i7 processor
Memory up to 16GB RAM
Storage 1TB HDD and 512GB SSD
At least 3 x USB 3.0 ports
1 x HDMI port
1 x Card reader
At least 5 to 6 hours of battery life ??
Windows 10 Home operating system
Colour preferably black
If the above Laptop specs are generally ok can anyone suggest a brand , model or type that they have been happy with over the last 12 to 18 months
Appreciate any advice on the above
Thanks in advance !
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