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post #41 of 78
8/24/06 at 11:04pm
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Originally Posted by AgSurfer
Big investment. I personally feel the 3 yr was they way to go...........


True.

I just havent seen the need [on warranties] for 3 years with electronics. Things with more mechanical value to them (Car for example), I am all over getting a longer warranty.
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post #42 of 78
8/24/06 at 11:20pm
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Originally Posted by kalison
With electronics... its been my experience that; if its going to fail... it will fail in the first 90-120 days. If I make that mark.... I usually never have issues for the rest of ownership.

I totally agree with that statement. And unless you're a total clutz, or are in daily contact with someone who is, then I can't justify dropping $265 on a 3-year warranty.


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Originally Posted by Mr.Quark
I ordered my 5750 last week. It just shipped today !!! I got the tracking number and everything, should be here Saturday, 8-26-06 This is my first alienware and I've been anxious to see it in action. I'll be sure to post a review also.

Specs (the important ones):
intel core duo 1.66 Ghz
1GB ram
80 GB harddrive
17" LCD 1440 x whatever it is

I was on a limited budget so I couldn't get many upgrades . I don't know squat about notebooks, so I was apprehensive about putting in my own ram (which I know you can get cheaper elseware.) I can build PCs no prob, but notebooks are a mystery to me.

I'm anxious to read your review!

Here's a great read regarding RAM upgrades: http://www.atruereview.com/laptop_memory/index.php

It's outrageous to pay $380 for 2gb ram from AW. However peace of mind appears priceless to some.
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post #43 of 78
8/25/06 at 12:26am
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Originally Posted by FutureDealer

It's outrageous to pay $380 for 2gb ram from AW. However peace of mind appears priceless to some.


"Outrageous" might be understating it
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post #44 of 78
8/25/06 at 12:31am
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Originally Posted by AgSurfer
I will give review soon. I want to play with all the features first. Also get the screwdriver out and look inside............


I can't wait to see the review

I think I'll actually write one up. If its one thing a new AW owner wants to know is what different people think about the same product. Before I ordered I could count on one hand the amount of reviews for the m5750.

Frankly it wasnt enough I was on the fence for a while.
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post #45 of 78
8/25/06 at 12:37am
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Originally Posted by kalison
I can't wait to see the review

I think I'll actually write one up. If its one thing a new AW owner wants to know is what different people think about the same product. Before I ordered I could count on one hand the amount of reviews for the m5750.

Frankly it wasnt enough I was on the fence for a while.
It will be nice to read your review. Congrats on making it to phase 10!
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post #46 of 78
8/25/06 at 3:08pm
Congrats to everyone who got their systems, and will be recieving them. I should finally be gettting my system on the 28th...hopefully.
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post #47 of 78
8/25/06 at 7:03pm
my m5750 got to ellenwood, ga at 3:30!!!!! Thats only like an hour or two from my house, so it definitely should be here tomorrow. Im so excited I want to drive and go get it now!!!!
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post #48 of 78
8/25/06 at 7:39pm
I still await and look forward to the day when I am able to track my first AW...there is something cool about having one on its way!
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post #49 of 78
8/25/06 at 9:12pm
Hey upperdecker, Mine got there at the same time. Ours must be on the same truck I'm about two-three hours north of there (depending on traffic) in Lumpkin county.
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post #50 of 78
8/25/06 at 9:17pm
man AW will but you through many ups and downs in getting it, but they sure now how to make you excited about your computer. i think ive looked at coldsun's pics in his review 30 times and read about the m5750 on the AWcwebsite at least that much too.
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post #51 of 78
8/25/06 at 9:19pm
thats awesome quark, youll have to let me know how it is tomorrow and ill do the same
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post #52 of 78
8/27/06 at 3:35am
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Need.....pictures.....need.....to....see.....

I get mine on Tuesday.... but I feel like a kid on Christmas morning
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post #53 of 78
8/27/06 at 6:39am
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Originally Posted by kalison
Need.....pictures.....need.....to....see.....

I get mine on Tuesday.... but I feel like a kid on Christmas morning

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post #54 of 78
8/28/06 at 8:52pm
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Aug 28, 2006 2:57 PM


Arrived at FedEx location


CHICAGO, IL

Sooo close.... just............. four............... hours.... away......
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post #55 of 78
8/29/06 at 1:50am
Nice! Just a few more days for me
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post #56 of 78
8/29/06 at 2:16am
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Originally Posted by Kungpaolau
Nice! Just a few more days for me
A couple of days? Woohoo! You're almost there!
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post #57 of 78
8/29/06 at 2:25am
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Its going to suck working tomorrow.... my head will be elsewhere.

Plus that, I'm required to always goto the FedEx hold/drop location for parts as it is! :P
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post #58 of 78
8/29/06 at 2:27am
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Originally Posted by kalison
Its going to suck working tomorrow.... my head will be elsewhere.

Plus that, I'm required to always goto the FedEx hold/drop location for parts as it is! :P
Will you get any sleep tonight?
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post #59 of 78
8/29/06 at 4:18am
haha^
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post #60 of 78
8/29/06 at 8:22pm
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Its here! Im on it right now

First Impressions:

It came packed very well, nothing could move or slide around inside, and it was covered with plastic to prevent scratches.

This laptop is large... but its so freaking beautiful!

The paint is fantastic! The clearcoat gives it a very sexy and smooth look... and it is VERY smooooooth The paint is flawless, all the parts that need to be covered are done so with care. Pictures really do this laptop no justice, at all. And of course... the lALIENWARE and AlienEYEs look wonderful

I popped in my 2gigs of RAM and fired it up, everything went well... I havent seen any issues. I got hooked up to the wireless access point with no issues.

The screen is large and beautiful! (1920x1200). There is no light leakage that I can see, even under full brightness, and the blacks are very deep. The horizontal viewing angles are very good... however the vertical viewing angle could be improved. Pushing on the back of the laptop lid did not cause any ripples through to the screen, and the hinges are very sturdy with enough firmness to last a while.

Thats all for now. Stay tuned to the Reviews section where I will compose a full review

Oh yeah.... this thing was worth every penny... just the overall build quality is outstanding.
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