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post #1 of 13
4/25/06 at 2:51pm
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I want a basic laptop to use at home with future wireless network. I will use it for routine office functions, internet access and playing an occassional DVD. Don't need latest/greatest or lightest/brightest. Most important is dependability and support. Please advise me on the following Dell scratch & dent for $730. delivered:

Inspiron 8600 Notebook: Intel Pentium M Processor 725 (1.6A GHz)
15.4in WSXGA+ Notebook Screen
Internal NIC/Modem/Sound
Genuine Windows XP Home
9 Cell Battery
60 G (I) 5400RPM
65W Adapter
2200 Wireless Card
Optical Drive Software
Notebook Keyboard
128MB Radeon 9600
DVD Software
Word Perfect Office Suite 12
Operating System CD
24X CD RW/DVD Combo DriveA
Image Restore Software
Genuine Windows XP Home
512 MB SDRAM 333MHz (2 DIMMs)
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post #2 of 13
4/25/06 at 3:27pm
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Originally Posted by Zeasor
I want a basic laptop to use at home with future wireless network. I will use it for routine office functions, internet access and playing an occassional DVD. Don't need latest/greatest or lightest/brightest. Most important is dependability and support. Please advise me on the following Dell scratch & dent for $730. delivered:

Inspiron 8600 Notebook: Intel Pentium M Processor 725 (1.6A GHz)
15.4in WSXGA+ Notebook Screen
Internal NIC/Modem/Sound
Genuine Windows XP Home
9 Cell Battery
60 G (I) 5400RPM
65W Adapter
2200 Wireless Card
Optical Drive Software
Notebook Keyboard
128MB Radeon 9600
DVD Software
Word Perfect Office Suite 12
Operating System CD
24X CD RW/DVD Combo DriveA
Image Restore Software
Genuine Windows XP Home
512 MB SDRAM 333MHz (2 DIMMs)

Well if your looking to future proof it a little, thats not the laptop for you. Look at the 1st generation of the Dell 6000, with the x300 64mb or 128mb video card. Also has a DVD Burner, faster Ram...etc.
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post #3 of 13
4/25/06 at 5:00pm
That's a three year old lappy...not a horrible deal but I'd give no more than $500 for that one.
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post #4 of 13
4/25/06 at 5:58pm
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Originally Posted by moman
That's a three year old lappy...not a horrible deal but I'd give no more than $500 for that one.
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post #5 of 13
4/27/06 at 9:56am
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Originally Posted by moman
That's a three year old lappy...not a horrible deal but I'd give no more than $500 for that one.

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post #6 of 13
4/27/06 at 10:22am
I paid 750 for mine in my sig in Dec, I needed a laptop with the lagacy ports. I also got a 2 year warranty, faster RPM HD, WUXGA Screen, 4x DVD Burner, and 1 Gig of ram for that much. I would go with the 6000D, and make sure you get a warranty, with a dell laptop, your probably going to need it.
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post #7 of 13
4/27/06 at 11:20am
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Thanks one and all. I'm still drowning in all the different models, options, specs but your advice helps me focus. It seems 6000D is what I should look at.
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post #8 of 13
4/27/06 at 3:08pm
I too reccomend a newer model. It shouldnt be too difficult in scoring a i6000 or if you hunt on ebay a lot fo people just started ebaying those 500 dollars 630m's for about 600ish
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post #9 of 13
4/27/06 at 3:25pm
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WOW! How can anyone keep up with all of Dell's mod.#'s? As for buying on eBay. This will be my first laptop so I want/need support. It's my understanding that repairs on laptops are expensive so I want warranty coverage. I suspect I will keep this laptop for several years. Any more thoughts or advice?
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post #10 of 13
4/27/06 at 4:06pm
If your looking to buy a laptop and keep if for several years, how much you willing to pay? That would be the deciding factor on which way to steer you.
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post #11 of 13
4/28/06 at 1:26pm
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I intend to spend less than $1000. If I buy a Dell, I have no problem with the Outlet Store> Refurb. or Scratch n Dent.
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post #12 of 13
4/28/06 at 1:56pm
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Originally Posted by Zeasor
I intend to spend less than $1000. If I buy a Dell, I have no problem with the Outlet Store> Refurb. or Scratch n Dent.
That's great, but it is better to get a newer model any day, even it you do have to spend a little bit more. I wouldn't advise buying old technology, finding support will be a bit tougher.
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post #13 of 13
4/28/06 at 2:33pm
Might try to find a deal for a Inspiron E1505 with a 2 or 3 year warranty for 1k. You will probably need to track down a coupon deal to boost the specs a little bit.
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