Cool Notebook Case

And cheap, too! Dang.

That's the case I want to get for my laptop when I get it.

Vanguard 4" Deluxe

Does anyone know where to get these cases in Canada? Vancouver more specifically?

Thanks,
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I ordered the VGA-7285A. It's a bit larger and should handle my 8790S, Power Brick, Mouse, and a few other things that I might need.

The Vanguard Web Site: http://vanguardusa.com/cart/business...uxorsilver.cfm

Best prices appear to be at Amazon.com

Thought I might suggest this to you guys. If you buy a case to carry your laptop in, unless you've got a light laptop, buy a backpack. I have a Targus backpack that is perfect for my 5690 and all the fixins'.

It saves the strain on your shoulder AND it looks cool.

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you might want to think about this. My 5680 checks in at 10 Lbs, with no accessories, that case is 6.5 lbs. so right off the back that 16.5 lbs!

Backpacks look a bit tacky with the suit and tie attire.

I'm hoping that the 6.5lbs is shipping weight and not unit weight. I suspect that it will weigh in at about two or three pounds. The 8790+ what I need to carry is expected to weigh in at about 16lbs. But I only have about a half block to walk in most cases - from and to the parking lot.

A briefcase style hard case is indeed very stylish (this one in particular), and quite professional in appearance. However, would have to agree with Omaha (who I had been lead to believe had departed these forums) in regards to a backpack style bag; unfortunately, is simply not an option for a large portion of business people. Most instead make use of a shoulder bag style case instead.

For a typical day of consultation(s), the WebMaster weighs in at approximately 11.5 kg (or approximately 25.3 pounds) under load of machine (NP8890V), power adapter, business files and assorted paperwork, tools (basic toolkit, associated LAN related tools (cable tester, crimper, multimeter, etc), magazines (for the commute, although I am beginning to favor eBooks), cables and accessories (mouse, CoolPad, etc). The commute itself involves at the very least a 12 city block walk to a subway system, walking connections to various other trains (depending on desired end location) which usually involves up/down several flights of strairs, a great deal of standing (especially during rush hour(s)), with a final walk of 5 to 20 blocks to the desired location (again, depends on location as I do not commute to the same place each day). Obviously, if there is more than one consultation in a given day, repeat the above description two or three fold. Working/living the city often entails walking short (40 blocks or less) distances rather than using public transportation, but that is certainly personal preference. Personally, have never experienced a problem with the above mentioned bag, or its weight when loaded, but perhaps I am not a typical individual. Most describe me as being built like a tank or an offensive lineman.

Would say this particular case in the original post would be fine if one's commute involves airports and/or automobiles, but perhaps would not be the best choice if carrying long distances. For alternatives, this thread may prove useful.

Good luck.

What made you choose a shoulder bag over a rolling case, Actuary?

From a previous thread (as I am a bit too lazy to retype the explanation at the moment. My apologies.):

"Have owned both the Webmobilizer and now the Webmaster. The only reason I found to part with the Webmobilizer was due to the fact that I no longer travel abroad as often, and having a wheeled bag for commutes on public transportation seemed a bit silly; thus, it was passed on to a colleague who still uses it daily now (three+ years later)."

i dont like that black one much, it is NOT the same thing as the vanguard designer II. the one im going to get is the vanguard designer II deluxe 4" in graphite, which comp geeks doesnt carry for some reason, they only carry it in silver.

As long as we are designing cases to go with our attire, can I get one in camo since that's what I wear for work?

You might consider purchasing the black one and then take it to Fort Sill and have them paint it in the current version of camo.