Posts by jadelynx17

So, when I plugged it into the USB port, Windows Vista went ahead and hunted down the drivers and installed them without any drama. I just used the disc to grab the MacroKey Manager. I had the exact same experience back on Windows 7, except on that OS, it would occasionally kick in if I started messing around in Paint with my mouse before switching over to the tablet. But on Vista? No matter what I try, it just won't budge...
The only thing is, on Windows 7, the Tablet PC Input Panel actually pops up once it starts working, but on Vista, the input panel won't even open at all.

So, I picked up a Wacom Intuos and honestly, it’s been nothing but a massive headache. I can't even get the cursor to move on my desktop. If I go into settings and turn on the pointing sound, I'll hear the click—like it's actually doing something—but nothing happens on screen. Then, after a bit, the whole thing just dies until I reboot the entire PC. I'm running Vista on my main rig. On my laptop, it's hit or miss; sometimes it works perfectly for a while, then suddenly just quits on me... that one is running Windows 7. I have no clue what's going wrong. I already downloaded all the drivers and everything, but still nothing.

darkowl72: Is it working okay for you?

Thanks a ton for the info! I think I’ll swing by their shop later today to check things out. I'll probably just grab a Wacom Intuos to start with. 👍

Yeah, I’m planning to dive headfirst into this. I just finished my web design degree and I’m almost done with graphic design, so having gear like this is pretty much a necessity. Honestly, trying to draw with a mouse is just a total nightmare.
I'm looking at getting either the Wacom Intuos4 Medium USB tablet or the Wacom Bamboo Pen & touch Medium, though I really want to check out the Wacom Intuos first. I'm just not sure where to find one locally here in Washington, D.C. (I think maybe Starbucks might carry it?)
By the way, quick question about Wacom—if I pay cash, the sales tax is already included in the price, right?
I mean, looking at those price tags, I doubt there's any way to buy them without paying the full amount including tax.

Alright, I’m looking to pick up a drawing tablet, and my budget is basically capped at $833.
I'm about to dive headfirst into web and graphic design, plus I've always loved sketching on the side.
Since I've never actually used a tablet before, I'm totally lost and could really use some pointers from you guys.

I saw this one online (Intuos4 Small USB Tablet) and it looks decent, but I'm not 100% sure. It's pretty much the only thing I could find stocked at a local shop in Washington, D.C.

What do you all think? Thanks!