EMachines M6811 computers are desktop replacement laptops. Weighing in at 7.5 pounds, the eMachines M6811 laptop computer features a 15.4-inch, ultra-bright screen and features like 4 USB 2.0 ports, built-in stereo speakers and a hard drive of 80 GB.

Gateway purchased eMachines in 2004 and began to phase the notebook computers out of their product line. Later, Acer purchased the brand, but found the market dominated by budget laptops and focused on desktop computers.

Most eMachines M6811 laptop vendors now sell parts and accessories. When you consider your options, you have a few choices for your eMachines M6811 computer.

1. Maintain your M6811 eMachines laptop with local services and replace parts as needed.

2. Upgrade your laptop with increased RAM or battery to improve performance.

3. Switch to an eMachines desktop computers, which Acer continues to produce.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Replace parts for eMachines M6811 notebooks

Before your replace your computer with a more expensive version, compare prices for replacement parts. Double check your part number and check pictures on websites to ensure you have the correct part; parts are not universal.

I recommend: Gateway, Inc. sells replacement parts and upgrades for eMachines. Impact Computers & Electronics carries accessories and parts for eMachines M6811 laptops.

Expand the RAM on your eMachines M6811 computers

The laptop comes with up to 512 MB of RAM. While this should be enough for most purposes, if you work with graphics, edit or leave multiple Microsoft Office applications open at the same time, you may find your M6811 responding slower. The solution is to increase your RAM storage. The M6811 can hold up to 1.2 GB of RAM, which should do well for your memory-hogging applications.

I recommend: 4 All Memory owned by Way Technology, LLC sells several types of RAM guaranteed to work. UpgradeComputerMemory also sells RAM chips with a money-back guarantee.

Purchase a backup battery when you find eMachines M6811 laptops for sale

Like most modern computers with large screens and powerful processors, an eMachines M6811 computer can be a battery-hog. This is especially true if you take advantage of the beautiful widescreen by watching DVDs. If you want to use your computer 'unplugged' in coffeehouses and parks, you'll be more comfortable knowing you have a backup battery in your carrying case.

I recommend: Memory Suppliers, Inc. offers a large variety of batteries for laptops, including the eMachines M6811 laptop battery (B-5805). Another good option is PDAPreferred.com, which sells non-OEM replacement batteries at a discount.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  If you're searching for eMachines M6811 laptops for sale, you're going to want to be mobile. Choose a carrying case with padding to protect your laptop from bumps and pockets to hold the accessories you like to carry.
• •  To find eMachines M6811 notebooks for sale, search auction sites like eBay.