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Nov 03, 06
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dont make me slap you!
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the answer is no...
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I should give you bad karma for even asking
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If you had a discount 0n shit - would you still buy it?:p
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yanno what, depends on the specs. dells are shit everyone knows that
but if you compare it to something similar. laptop or what.? The only problem with dells is that they're not compatible with any other hardware they're alright pieces. just not generic which is ideal.
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I dunno, it all depends. you gotta be smart about it.
what are the specs for the $$ i ll tell you
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Nov 03, 06
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guess who just formatted today for the one millionth time.. do not buy a dell laptop
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the short answer is no.
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Nov 03, 06
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The only problem with Dell is a problem that is common to any major PC manufacturer: they get paid to load their systems with useless programs that you'll never use.
I have a Dell laptop that I bought about 6 months ago. When I pulled it out of the box and started using it, I was disappointed with the performance. It was stable as can be, but not the speed I was expecting. I pull out my CD of XP Home OEM and load that up, install all the drivers, etc., and HOLY SHIT is it ever faster. Now, whether I got a Dell, Acer, Toshiba, whatever, it would have been the exact same. Now, I still may not totally like Dell as a whole, but if you're willing to put in a bit of time, you can have yourself one hell of a system for a great price. I got such a good deal on my laptop that I totally believe I could sell it today for the same price I got it for, if not more. If you're looking for a notebook, take a look at their Inspiron 6400 line. That's what I've got right now.
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Nov 03, 06
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Situation after my computer got stolen when I was talking to Dell customer service. Keep in mind I had only had the computer about 4 months when it got jacked and I had bought the additional 2 year warranty on top of the one year I already had.
Me: My computer got stolen. Please do not issue parts or service to anyone asking for them with xxx serial number. I would like to pay off the stolen computer and buy the exact same one again from you I just have a question. Dell: Sorry to hear that, what can I do for you? Me: Well since my old computer got stolen and I obviously haven't even got into the two year warranty end of it, I was wondering if I could transfer it over to the new computer (the exact same model as the old one). I mean, after all, if anyone tries to use the old warranty, you would report the computer stolen and refuse service to them. Dell: Although we would refuse service we cannot transfer the warranty over. Me: Yea but I never used any of it and I am going to buy a new computer from you right now. Dell: Company policy. There is nothing we can do. Me: So you're telling me that you're not going to let me transfer the warranty even though I am going to spend 1500 on a new computer with you guys? Dell: Sorry no. Me: You know what? I'll just get my computer somewhere else. Please take me off your mailing list as well. I won't be buying anything from your company again.
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Nov 03, 06
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Akeel
don't listen to these stooges. Lets be realistic, a Dell has specific parts in it - IBM hardrives, Athlon processors, it's not like the hardware is specifically made by Dell, so don't say that a product is bad because of the parts in it, because it's a Frankenstein of all other hardware manufacturers. They are cheap, they have good warranty and they don't generally tend to have hardware failure. Software, sure - but that's the users fault not the computer. If it comes with an IBM hardrive, it mail fail - they make the worst hardrives available on the market by far. I have a stack of about 17 IBM hardrives that are useless. I'm going to be purchasing a dell notebook this month, early next - Dell puts all their products on sale at the end of the year to bring up their quarterly finances, you can usually save $2-300 depending on what your getting. If you are getting a laptop, especially if your planning on using it to play out, get the 3-Year Complete Care warranty (extra $300/renewable) If anything happens, some dumb raver kid spills their glow stick juice on your mint Dell keyboard and turns the system board into the 4th of July, then they will send you a brand new one, it's well worth it - especially before the warranty runs out, smash it to pieces, send it back and they will send you a new one, then renew the 3yr warranty, you'll never go without a computer again. consider these options, Dell I believe has about a 4% failure rate, that's pretty good considering how many they sell, and if you have the good warranty package - who the fuck cares! When you get it, install your own copy of XP, get rid of their proprietary useless software and continue on your day. A computer is a computer, hardware fails - you deal with it, data can be backed up with tons of backup options available to you, and even then a hardrive is not likely to fail, problems with their computers are 96% user error, remember that. enjoy.
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Nov 04, 06
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My first Dell was stolen after 2 weeks and Dell wouldn't transfer my extended warranty to a new one (like the post a few above^^). Pissed me off.
But I still bought another one because at the time it was better than anything else and at a good price. Great computer, plenty fast even after 3 years, reliable. I later added a 2nd hard drive & ATI TV card. I think even the motherboard might be replaceable by me, but realistically you do not save much by doing that stuff anymore, just start fresh with a new computer in 5 years. I stretched my previous computer to about 12 years by upgrading from 286 to 386 to 486 so at the end the only original parts were the case, power supply and video card, saved a few biucks but at the end it was a clunker. My next computer will be a Dell or Mac.
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Nov 04, 06
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Ive had my powerbook for about a year now, and have come to the realization that any laptop could be excellent as easily as it could be shit. Its the some of its parts kind of thinking, and how well do they all sync up. Dell has usually made a mark because of their prices and customer service. The low prices being dependent on a slew of parts from various manufacturers. But, like so many other electronics parts, the ones in computers usually boast theoretical speeds, performance, yaddi yadda ONLY when used with other specific parts, usually from the same manufacturer.
In the end, if you are paying real attention to what your laptop is actaully comprised of, and have the ability to do some customization, then technically the namebrand of the laptop as a whole, really doesnt mean fuck all. And if you are getting a kick ass deal, then use some of the money to outfit your laptop with a quality processor/motherboard combo, sound card, etc etc, and get what you are really expecting. On a side note, the money I spent on my mac, could have got me a much more superior pc, I could have learned linux, outfitted it with an amd and gotten much more bells and whistles. live and learn
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Nov 04, 06
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seems like people have pretty much covered it. obviouslly not as good as some custom built towers or certain companies. just don't get something with integrated BS like soundcards on the motherboard n stuff
but I like my dell.... I run spyware things every now and then and it runs really smooth with tons of multitaskin .. then again Ive upgraded the soundcard and vid card and ram and stuff. i only have to reformat like once a year.
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