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    Acer Timeline Question

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by hgcn, Sep 1, 2009.

  1. hgcn

    hgcn Newbie

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    I've been researching the Acer Aspire Timeline series recently...and I think I've found what I want....

    My only problem, and question, is where can I buy acer laptops....

    I went to there site and didn't really see anywhere to order. Does acer allow you to customize/order through their site...or do they only offer pre-packaged options through 3rd party vendors?

    I'm looking for a Timeline with:

    Core 2 Duo Processor
    the ATI Graphics Card (not integrated intel)
    and a DVD Writer/Player

    As to screen size I don't really care which it is, 13-14-15...I suppose I'd prefer 15, but any will do as long as the above specs are met.

    I've read reviews that state the timeline series offers these specs but I can't find anywhere that sells a Timeline with them in it.

    Help please.

    -J
     
    hgcn, Sep 1, 2009
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  2. sosorio

    sosorio Notebook Consultant

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    you must buy it in europe/asia to get the ati version
     
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  3. hgcn

    hgcn Newbie

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    yikes...what's the shipping like from there?

    Any chance of it coming state-side?

    Also what if I forgot about the ATI graphics....could I still get an optical drive and the Core 2 Duo stateside?

    -J
     
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  4. sosorio

    sosorio Notebook Consultant

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    it will be a lot more expensive if you buy it overseas... usually tech is cheaper in usa.

    the only core 2 duo i've seen so far in america (and own) is a 3810t-6xxx but has no optical drive... you may want to hold until october/win7 launch, there will be a lot more options
     
    sosorio, Sep 1, 2009
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