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Old Mar 2, 2006 | 10:14 AM
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Need Some Help Buying a Laptop!

Hey all, just wanted to see if anyone has more information or a free "hook-up" on this Dell coupon/promotion:

http://search.ebay.com/dell-home-35-coupon

Are people here just selling information and getting a 100% profit? Inquiring minds would like to know.

Thanks in advance
Old Mar 2, 2006 | 11:37 AM
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Usually when you order a Dell, they give you coupons randomly on new laptops. You can try going to http://www.fatwallet.com/c/64/ and see if anyone is willing to give you one there. Though, Dell has some really good coupons right after summer vacation for students. I got my Dell with $750 off with one of those.
Old Mar 2, 2006 | 11:50 AM
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Hehehe, Yes - STi's > Evos... well at least mine romps on them. Hey thanks a bunch for the link! I will try and use one of the freebies the users are giving out. Looks like a great resource.
Old Mar 2, 2006 | 12:43 PM
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Get a Mac laptop, forget the Dells. Apple laptops will outlast the Dell and will keep their value a lot better than the Dell. Just my opinion.

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Old Mar 2, 2006 | 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Calsoldier
Get a Mac laptop, forget the Dells. Apple laptops will outlast the Dell and will keep their value a lot better than the Dell. Just my opinion.

Oleg

If you want a laptop to last, then get a Lenovo. Formerly IBM, they're great computers but more expensive than dells.
Old Mar 2, 2006 | 12:55 PM
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Dell Inspiron 700/710m owns...
Old Mar 2, 2006 | 01:37 PM
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Originally Posted by STi-owns-evo
If you want a laptop to last, then get a Lenovo. Formerly IBM, they're great computers but more expensive than dells.
I have a Thinkpad from work, this thing is a beast
Old Mar 2, 2006 | 01:38 PM
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I just got a Thinkpad T43 and I love it.
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macbook pro...great computer, if you are lookin at PC's check out the new IBM's they are awesome...
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I honestly don't know where you guys get your information about Dell's being bunk. Their parts are easy to replace and inexpensive. If your Mac goes haywire, guess how much you'll be paying for those proprietary parts.
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whatever you do, dont get a Mac and dont get an Alienware. ide go with a Dell.
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High Ratings for the Dell Inspiron 6000 here:

http://www.notebookreview.com
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Jon: give me a call or text me on my cell phone, you know I used to sell Dell's and I still can I'll see what kind of strings I can pull to get you a better deal.
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Originally Posted by Onizuka
I honestly don't know where you guys get your information about Dell's being bunk. Their parts are easy to replace and inexpensive. If your Mac goes haywire, guess how much you'll be paying for those proprietary parts.

They're cheaply built. It's a well known fact, though atleast they make it up with good customer service. Their HDs have no protection whatsoever, so most times, if you drop your laptop from a decent distance, say good bye to it. While Lenovos have cages and a whole bunch of protection over them.

Why do you think their parts are easy to replace and inexpensive? It's like how everyone says on the boards, you get what you pay for.

I personally own a Dell 700m, and it's perfect for my needs, but I know it won't last much longer than 3-4 years until it'll only be a internet browser and word document typer. If I had the money, I would have gotten a Lenovo, but with how much I use it doesn't justify the price difference.
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Originally Posted by sonic_yellow
Hey all, just wanted to see if anyone has more information or a free "hook-up" on this Dell coupon/promotion:

http://search.ebay.com/dell-home-35-coupon

Are people here just selling information and getting a 100% profit? Inquiring minds would like to know.

Thanks in advance
I know a guy who is a licensed re-seller of Dell products just south of san francisco. I have recommended him to several of my employees for their new top of the line inspirons. Call this guy, it is totally legit and he is really nice.

He HAS KILLER PRICES!!!! Like I said, it is all Legit comes with warranties and all that good stuff... it didn't "fall of a truck" or anything like that.

His name is Fernando, he lives in Pacifica

650-208-5473

His daytime job is database management I believe.



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