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New to the laptop game 800-1000 Budget?

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Jules

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Looking for something mainly from dell or something with good warranty. Im new to laptops and i would like some help



Thanks!
 
can anyone recommend any?


How about for for 780$

Dell Inspiron E1505


Specs:

* Intel Core Duo processor T2300 (2MB Cache/1.66GHz/667MHz FSB)
* LCD Panel: 15.4 inch Wide Screen XGA Display with TrueLife
* Memory: 512MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHZ, 1 DIMM
* Video: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
* Hard Drive: 60GB 7200rpm SATA Hard Drive
* Operating System: Genuine Windows XP Home
* Network Card and Modem: Integrated 10/100 Network Card and Modem
* Combo/DVD+RW Drives: 8X CD/DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW) with double-layer DVD+R write capability
* Wireless Networking Cards: Intel PRO/Wireless 3945 802.11a/g Mini Card (54Mbps)
* Primary Battery: 85 WHr 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
* Hardware Warranty: 1Yr Ltd Warranty, 1Yr Mail-In Service, and 1Yr HW Warranty Support
 
Originally posted by: MyStupidMouth
can anyone recommend any?


How about for for 780$

Dell Inspiron E1505


Specs:

* Intel Core Duo processor T2300 (2MB Cache/1.66GHz/667MHz FSB)
* LCD Panel: 15.4 inch Wide Screen XGA Display with TrueLife
* Memory: 512MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHZ, 1 DIMM
* Video: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
* Hard Drive: 60GB 7200rpm SATA Hard Drive
* Operating System: Genuine Windows XP Home
* Network Card and Modem: Integrated 10/100 Network Card and Modem
* Combo/DVD+RW Drives: 8X CD/DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW) with double-layer DVD+R write capability
* Wireless Networking Cards: Intel PRO/Wireless 3945 802.11a/g Mini Card (54Mbps)
* Primary Battery: 85 WHr 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
* Hardware Warranty: 1Yr Ltd Warranty, 1Yr Mail-In Service, and 1Yr HW Warranty Support
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looks OK, but I would opt for a dedicated video card rather than the Intel Graphics.

 
It usually helps alot if you mention what you need your laptop/computer for before asking for recommendations. Do you need a fast gaming machine, something for business/presentations, etc.
 
Originally posted by: haris
It usually helps alot if you mention what you need your laptop/computer for before asking for recommendations. Do you need a fast gaming machine, something for business/presentations, etc.
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Some gaming but doubtful as i will be pickup a Xbox 360 for that. Mostly Downloads/ripping/internet and other stuff.
 
Originally posted by: govtcheez75
Originally posted by: MyStupidMouth
can anyone recommend any?


How about for for 780$

Dell Inspiron E1505


Specs:

* Intel Core Duo processor T2300 (2MB Cache/1.66GHz/667MHz FSB)
* LCD Panel: 15.4 inch Wide Screen XGA Display with TrueLife
* Memory: 512MB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHZ, 1 DIMM
* Video: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
* Hard Drive: 60GB 7200rpm SATA Hard Drive
* Operating System: Genuine Windows XP Home
* Network Card and Modem: Integrated 10/100 Network Card and Modem
* Combo/DVD+RW Drives: 8X CD/DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW) with double-layer DVD+R write capability
* Wireless Networking Cards: Intel PRO/Wireless 3945 802.11a/g Mini Card (54Mbps)
* Primary Battery: 85 WHr 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
* Hardware Warranty: 1Yr Ltd Warranty, 1Yr Mail-In Service, and 1Yr HW Warranty Support
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looks OK, but I would opt for a dedicated video card rather than the Intel Graphics.
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what system do you recommend then?
 
Originally posted by: MyStupidMouth
Originally posted by: haris
It usually helps alot if you mention what you need your laptop/computer for before asking for recommendations. Do you need a fast gaming machine, something for business/presentations, etc.
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Some gaming but doubtful as i will be pickup a Xbox 360 for that. Mostly Downloads/ripping/internet and other stuff.
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For that, the system you picked out should be fine. For the same money, though, you'd be better off getting a bigger 5400 RPM drive.
 
You want to consider if you'd rather have a bigger screen along with less portability or a smaller screen and more portability. Also weigh in battery life. If you want something more portable, I think Dell finally has a 14" widescreen laptop in the inspiron family (e1405?), and competitor 14" wide solutions include the Compaq V2000/Z, Thinkpad Z60t (possibly a bit out of budget), and HP DV1000. Of course if you don't want wide, there are plenty of fullscreen choices out there too.

If you aren't moving the laptop around much, you'll find a lot more choices for the 15.4" form factor (though the Dell is pretty much the cheapest for the given specs), and possibly a few 17" laptops to look at as well.
 
Originally posted by: Ionizer86
You want to consider if you'd rather have a bigger screen along with less portability or a smaller screen and more portability. Also weigh in battery life. If you want something more portable, I think Dell finally has a 14" widescreen laptop in the inspiron family (e1405?), and competitor 14" wide solutions include the Compaq V2000/Z, Thinkpad Z60t (possibly a bit out of budget), and HP DV1000. Of course if you don't want wide, there are plenty of fullscreen choices out there too.

If you aren't moving the laptop around much, you'll find a lot more choices for the 15.4" form factor (though the Dell is pretty much the cheapest for the given specs), and possibly a few 17" laptops to look at as well.
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the only times i will actually be moving this thing is around the house. thats it. So would the 15.4inch be fine?
 
Yeah, 15.4" will be fine. Im using one and the size is very decent. Seeing that your not going to be heavy gaming etc, that screen size seems okay. Ive had no problems so far with mine.
 
Intel® Core? Duo processor T2300 (2MB Cache/1.66GHz/667MHz FSB)
Genuine Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005
15.4 inch UltraSharp? Wide Screen SXGA+ Display with TrueLife?
1GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 533MHz, 2 Dimm
256MB ATI MOBILITY? RADEON® X1400 HyperMemory?
60GB 5400rpm SATA Hard Drive
Integrated Audio
Intel PRO/Wireless 3945 802.11a/g Mini Card (54Mbps)
53 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery (I'm going to buy a 9 cell separately)
1Yr Ltd Warranty, 1Yr Mail-In Service, and 1Yr HW Warranty Support
Genuine Windows® XP Media Center 2005 Edition re-installation CD

That comes to $1010 after tax for me

You need to use the e-value code: 07929-D80511F and a $35 off $300 coupon to get the price. Send me a pm if you want the coupon because i have a couple extra ones.
 
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