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Just Ordered A M17 (9/30)

post #1 of 10
10/1/09 at 11:33pm
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Just ordered this M17, I'm really excited for it. It's my first gaming computer since my Area 51 desktop that I bought 6 years ago. I've read a ton of reviews on this laptop, anything you guys know about this laptop that might be nice for me to know?

[1] M17

Video/Graphics Card: Dual 512MB ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3870 - CrossFireX™ Enabled!
Processor: Intel® Core™2 P8600 2.4GHz (3MB Cache, 1066MHz FSB)
Design & Display: Black Skullcap Design
Chassis: 17-Inch WideUXGA 1920 x 1200 LCD (1200p) with Clearview Technology
Keyboard Options: Illuminated Keyboard – Alienware Exclusive Design - Astral Blue
Operating System (Office software not included): Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium (64-bit Edition) with Service Pack 1 plus Free Windows 7 Upgrade Option
Notebook Tuners and Remotes: Without Media Center Remote Control or TV Tuner
Memory: 2GB Dual Channel DDR3 SO-DIMM at 1066MHz – 2 x 1024MB
System Drive: Single Drive Configuration - 160GB 7,200RPM (8MB Cache) w/ Free Fall Protection
Optical Drives : 8x Dual Layer Burner (DVD±RW, CD-RW)
Wireless Network Card: Internal Wireless b/g (Full Mini-Card)
Sound Card : Internal High-Definition Audio with Surround Sound
Warranty: 1-Year AlienCare Onsite Service and 24/7 Toll-Free Phone Support
AlienRespawn: AlienRespawn v2.0 Recovery DVD – Windows Vista® Edition

SubTotal: $1,449.00
Shipping: $85.60
Discount: $0.00
Tax: $107.42
Order Total: $1,642.02
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post #2 of 10
10/1/09 at 11:37pm
looks good congrats...

maybe the warranty you need a bit more....
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post #3 of 10
10/1/09 at 11:49pm
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Originally Posted by F@iNT View Post
looks good congrats...

maybe the warranty you need a bit more....
Yeah, I read a lot of posts by people saying to upgrade to the 3-year warranty. But, I could barely afford my current setup as it is, no room for another $300 upgrade. If I did have the $300 more to spend, I'd much rather spend it on a processor upgrade or a SSD.
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post #4 of 10
10/2/09 at 12:40am
The extnded warranty can be purchased anytime whle the laptop is covered under the base warranty

So if you can afford it 6 months from now, do so. one repair will make it worth while.
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post #5 of 10
10/2/09 at 12:49am
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Originally Posted by dave-p View Post
The extnded warranty can be purchased anytime whle the laptop is covered under the base warranty

So if you can afford it 6 months from now, do so. one repair will make it worth while.
Oh, I had no idea, that information is very useful, thanks. So, if I extend the warranty near the end of the 1-year warranty, I'll get 2 more years out of it?
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post #6 of 10
10/2/09 at 1:09am
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Oh, I had a question for you guys. I bought the AlienRespawn disk with my laptop, and it's going to be the image of Windows Vista, of course. I plan on upgrading to Windows 7 in the future. If for some reason, I needed to revert back to factory settings, would AlienRespawn still revert back to a fresh copy of Vista even though I upgraded to Windows 7?
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post #7 of 10
10/2/09 at 10:49am
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Oh, I had no idea, that information is very useful, thanks. So, if I extend the warranty near the end of the 1-year warranty, I'll get 2 more years out of it?

yes, if you call Dell before yoour years warranty expires, they can offer a 1,2, or 3 year extension.

If your in the USA they will also be able to offer the Complete care Option (accidental damage)

It really is a judgement call, taking the extended warranty.

You may spend $300.00 and never use it, or you may be getting several repairs done or a replacement.

At this point the M17x is so new there really are not any repair history to base it on.

Laptops as a whole tend to fail more often than desktops.

Me, I look at the price of the laptop I am buying ang if I am spending under 1K then IMO it is not worth spending $ 300.00 on a extended warranty

Spending 2K or above, well then IMO its good insurance to have.

Also considering I travel with my toys, the chance of accidental damage is higher.
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post #8 of 10
10/2/09 at 10:51am
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Originally Posted by dave-p View Post
The extnded warranty can be purchased anytime whle the laptop is covered under the base warranty

So if you can afford it 6 months from now, do so. one repair will make it worth while.
You sure about this?
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post #9 of 10
10/2/09 at 11:17am
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Originally Posted by Steve@NBF View Post
You sure about this?

Well unless dell has recently changed the policy its been the case for all my Dell Purchases.

Here is a cut and paste from Dells Site


Consider the following before selecting the right service level for your needs:
  • Please make sure your system is still under warranty before purchasing an extension online. If your warranty has expired call 1-866-440-3355 and choose Option 2 for help.
  • You can buy a max of 4 to 5 years depending on the system type, i.e. if your original purchase had a warranty of 2 years you can buy only 2 years extension.
  • If you have CompleteCare Coverage Service or of if your system is not listed, please call 1-866-440-3355 and choose Option 2 for help on your warranty extension.
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post #10 of 10
10/2/09 at 1:28pm
^^True, one tends to sometimes forget that Dell now owns Alienware.

cheers ...
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