Laptop

[Nusc]

https://ecomm.dell.com/dellstore/pop...t=MySavedItems

This is the laptop I wish to purchase.

Do you guys know of any better deals?

[GQBalla]

linky no worky

[Takahashi]

Fail

[Nusc]

I apologize.

SYSTEM COMPONENTS
XPS M1530 Qty 1

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7500 (2.2GHz/800Mhz FSB, 4MB Cache), Genuine Windows Vista® Business Edition Unit Price $1,569.00

Catalog Number: 70702 N15302V_R_E
Module Description Show Details

Base Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7500 (2.2GHz/800Mhz FSB, 4MB Cache)

OPERATING SYSTEM(S): Genuine Windows Vista® Business Edition

System Color and LCD cover Pattern Tuxedo Black Casing with Microsatin Finish

MEMORY: 3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 667MHz (2 Dimms)

LCD & Camera Module Glossy, widescreen 15.4 inch LCD & 2.0 MP Camera (1280x800)

VIDEO BOARD: 256MB NVIDIA® GeForce™ 8600M GT

BOOT HARD DRIVES: 120GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive

Adobe Software Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 7.0

CD-ROM: 8X CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW) with double-layer DVD+R write capability

Sound Card: Integrated Sound Blaster Audigy HD Software Edition

Wireless Networking Cards: Intel® 3945 802.11a/g Mini-card

Office Software: (not included in Windows XP) Microsoft Works 8. DOES NOT INCLUDE MS WORD

Anti-Virus/Security Suite (Pre-installed): Norton Internet Security 2007: antivirus, antispyware, firewall, 15-month

Primary Battery: 85 WHr 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery

Services 1 Year Return to Depot Service and Technical Support

Optional Support Services DataSafe Online Backup 10GB (included with price)

Internet Access (ISP) No ISP Requested

TOTAL:$1,569.00


Should I get the faster harddrive 7200 RPM instead of 5400, how much of a difference will it make?

[avishal26]

you should be able to get the same system in a 14.1 inch screen for about the same price. I was looking at getting the same myself (in 14.1") before christmas but I really wanted a touch screen tablet lol so I ended up gettin an hp.

The processor on that dell is supposed to be really fast, combined with 3GB memory and that graphics card, you should have no problems at all. Mind you however, the battery life won't be too long. You should try to get the extended battery with it (I think they have a 9 cell or something for 40 bucks more)

[avishal26]

^My bad .. I just read the battery description.. but still.. not sure if 9 cell will provide more than 2 or 2.5 hours of battery life.

[Nusc]

The reason why I chose this laptop specifically was because I don't want something totally obsolete.

Pricing is another factor.

Any advice about the hard drive. Is 120 GB enough now or do I need 160 GB? I don't currently download movies, I might if I get one. I'm sure I won't be downloading alot of movies.

[Nusc]

56 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery [subtract $40]
85 WHr 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery [Included in Price]
6-cell Primary Battery and 9 -cell additional Lithium Ion Battery [add $59 or $2/month1]
9-cell Primary Battery and 9 -cell additional Lithium Ion Battery [add $99 or $3/month1]


Well those are my options. I'm currently selecting the second one.


Also, is it worth getting Business or Ultimate edition of Window Vista?

[Kavy]

Upgraded battery sticks out the back and will piss you off.

You should also check into the 1500 series inspirons they are magnesium now and are very well built machines, im typing on one now (1720 inspiron)

[Kavy]

Also dont spend the money on the SB software, waste of 20 bucks u can download software that does the same stuff for free.

[Nusc]

The battery I selected sticks out the back, are you sure?

What do you mean SB software?


I'm contemplating on getting a MAC. Any suggestions?