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    Need advice on getting laptop accessories.

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by cookie15, Jun 20, 2006.

  1. cookie15

    cookie15 Notebook Enthusiast

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    This is the first time I'm buying a laptop. I'm getting a Dell Inspiron 6400.

    What are some "must get" accessories for a laptop?

    I was thinking of getting maybe a laptop bag and a lock for protection. But is that totally necessary? If yes, which kind and brand would you prefer to get? I'm on a close budget so I want to keep everything as inexpensive as possible.
     
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  2. Mag07

    Mag07 Notebook Geek

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    Hi :)
    If you don't know what accesories you could possibly buy for a laptop, then you most probably don't need any. There is no such thing as a "must have". A bag is usefull if you will carry your lappy around, no point of buying one if it just sits on your desk. Same for lock protection ;)

    Once you will start using your computer certain needs may arise: a mouse if you don't like to use the touchpad, speakers if you can't stand the "bass deprived" sound coming from your laptop ;) or a cooling pad if you are a heavy gamer.

    The only thing I would suggest is compressed air to clean the dust from under your keyboard and some LCD cleaning stuff.

    Good luck :)
     
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