SilentZero
Diamond Member
Well Im about to order a IBM...have a budget of around $1650, so deciding between the T42 or the R51.
First, if both notebooks have essentially the same equiptment...what is the advantage between either-or? Is there a higher level of build quality between these two models?
And most importantly...both of these models are right at my limit of spending, and If I am going to get a IBM, I am not going to be able to afford a warranty. I am used to having notebooks with constant problems, etc, so normally a warranty is a must. But with IBM...I always hear positive things and how reliable they are. Would I be making a mistake my not opting for a 2-3 year warranty on either one of these notebooks? I hate to spend the money only to have it break and then be in the hole for repairs. But the only reason im considering bypassing the warranty is 1). I can't afforded to get it because of the cost of the notebook and 2.) IBM's reputation seems to be rock solid, and perhaps it is not needed as it would be for a dell, hp, etc.
I am hopefully going to be making the purchase very soon, so I would appreciate any feedback from IBM owners (specifically of one of these models, or just in general), or those who have worked with them and can give me some badly needed feedback. Thanks!
First, if both notebooks have essentially the same equiptment...what is the advantage between either-or? Is there a higher level of build quality between these two models?
And most importantly...both of these models are right at my limit of spending, and If I am going to get a IBM, I am not going to be able to afford a warranty. I am used to having notebooks with constant problems, etc, so normally a warranty is a must. But with IBM...I always hear positive things and how reliable they are. Would I be making a mistake my not opting for a 2-3 year warranty on either one of these notebooks? I hate to spend the money only to have it break and then be in the hole for repairs. But the only reason im considering bypassing the warranty is 1). I can't afforded to get it because of the cost of the notebook and 2.) IBM's reputation seems to be rock solid, and perhaps it is not needed as it would be for a dell, hp, etc.
I am hopefully going to be making the purchase very soon, so I would appreciate any feedback from IBM owners (specifically of one of these models, or just in general), or those who have worked with them and can give me some badly needed feedback. Thanks!
