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    is there such thing as a bag for the 8930/20?

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by plasma., Aug 18, 2008.

  1. plasma.

    plasma. herpyderpy

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    Its the only thing keeping me from gettign the 18incher, the irregular size. is there a bag out there that can contain the beast?
     
    plasma., Aug 18, 2008
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    72hundred Revolutions-Per-Millennia

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    I did a quick google search for 8930/20 and didn't see anything to do with laptops.

    You could however try this stylish solution ;).

    72oo
     
    72hundred, Aug 18, 2008
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  3. plasma.

    plasma. herpyderpy

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    haha nice

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    plasma., Aug 18, 2008
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  4. FatMangosLAWL

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    It's an 8920 officially. Might want to change it to 8920.
     
    FatMangosLAWL, Aug 18, 2008
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  5. TehSuigi

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    I think that the 8920 would officially require a suitcase, not a backpack.
     
    TehSuigi, Aug 18, 2008
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    fred2028 Sexy member

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    Lol. I don't think 18.4" is meant to be carried around. Why not get a 6920? The specs are real similar, just that the screen isn't 1080.
     
    fred2028, Aug 18, 2008
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  7. plasma.

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    that 1080 p is a very important factor for me. So is the 9700gt
     
    plasma., Aug 18, 2008
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    I use a Targus XL backpack and it fits quite ok. I can stuff a midi controller, sound card, various cable and such in the bag with no problem.

    But i brought my laptop to the shop to be sure it did fit before buying it too!
     
    mik__, Aug 19, 2008
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  9. 72hundred

    72hundred Revolutions-Per-Millennia

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    It shouldn't be its only got 128bit architecture. You should really really try and get something like a 9700GT S or better , the difference between 128 and 256 in terms of serious gaming is like night and day.
     
    72hundred, Aug 19, 2008
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    Yeh i know all about graphics cards

    You name a laptop with a good graphic card, WUXGA, blu ray that looks stunning AND is available from an australian big brand (no clevo)
     
    plasma., Aug 19, 2008
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    72hundred Revolutions-Per-Millennia

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    I can't. But then again I ordered a Dell, with two 256 b.a.'s.
     
    72hundred, Aug 19, 2008
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    i rest my case :D (pun intended)
     
    plasma., Aug 19, 2008
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    bump, anyone know a 17 icnh case that can fit the 8920?
     
    plasma., Aug 20, 2008
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  14. Ahkhira

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    Just my 2 cents here...

    I seem to have a laptop bag lying around that will fit this monster. It used to carry an old Gateway doorstop, and it's huge. I wish I could tell you all how long ago I bought it, but I know it came from Kensington sometime when Windows 98 was still popular. My mom's HUGE HP whatever-it-is fits just fine when I take the velcro partition out. THe downside is that it's one of those leather psuedo-briefcase things, and the bag itself is BIG and heavy even when empty. I remember it being so big that when I flew with it, I could fit a change of clothes in the bottom compartment. I never thought I'd find a laptop bag for this monster in the ATTIC of all places.
     
    Ahkhira, Aug 20, 2008
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    i just returned 8920 because after i tried all the cases i can find here in vancouver, none will fit nicely, some you can still manage, but i am afraid of the tight fit will crack the screen. Targus XXL does fit, but it is XXXXXL in my eyes to carry it around.
     
    kevinlgc, Aug 20, 2008
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  16. surfguy17

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    thats the only case (recent) that i know will fit that laptop but its soooo expensive thats the only problem
     
    surfguy17, Aug 21, 2008
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  17. bigozone

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    check the 8920 1080p thread...

    i read a post in there that said DELL sells a bag that will fit this laptop nicely... it even had a link to the bag....

    just wanted to pass that along
     
    bigozone, Aug 21, 2008
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    I'm using the Targus XL Messenger City Gear. It says it's 17", but the 8920G fits perfectly. Very nice, a little expensive, though.
     
    valrond, Aug 22, 2008
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    im still looking for one but i want the classic type anyone got any ideas on where to get it??
     
    surfguy17, Sep 17, 2008
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    anyone have a solution to it? i tried googling it but the only bag that comes up that i can get is the targus 20 inch one because im in canada
     
    surfguy17, Sep 22, 2008
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  21. AndrewM

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    I really like this bag but can only find it on the net so can't take my 8920 along to test for size. Few Questions :)

    Is this the one you're on about http://www.laptopsdirect.co.uk/Targus_XL_City_Gear_Messenger_Notebook_Case_TCG200/version.asp
    Will this definitely fit the 8920?
    Is it a very tight fit either side?
    will it take the PC, power supply and a standard sized mouse
     
    AndrewM, Sep 22, 2008
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  22. freak13

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    I have this - TCB001EU and it's perfect.
     
    freak13, Sep 23, 2008
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    any other ideas?
     
    surfguy17, Oct 8, 2008
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    http://cgi.ebay.ca/17-ALUMINUM-LAPT...39:1|66:2|65:12|240:1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

    Take a look of this, pretty sweet, cool looking yet tough aluminum case; it seems the compartment is somewhat flexible, so you may email/message the seller to confirm whether it will fit.

    As far as I know, the width of 8920 is fairly close to a typical 17", but the length is much longer, so maybe removing the divider between the 2 compartments may actually fit the 18.4" perfectly (my completely ungrounded prediction)
     
    Yellowknight888, Oct 9, 2008
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    It doesnt matter to me now lol. My reseller is making a custom fitted 18in bag. Nice!!
     
    plasma., Oct 25, 2008
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    whats the pricing for it? and would he make more then one?
     
    surfguy17, Oct 25, 2008
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    Well, i requested 64bit vista, but there was a conflict with bluray. So for compensation, he got me a 18in bag, a mouse, Flash drive, HDMI cable and some other stuff FREE.

    And btw, this is an aussie reseller.
     
    plasma., Oct 25, 2008
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  29. surfguy17

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    o ok i guess im still stuck looking for a bag for my sucker hehe
     
    surfguy17, Oct 26, 2008
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    Why don't you go on Acer's site, I think I saw some bags there, specially fitted for the 8920/30.
     
    cirifax, Oct 26, 2008
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    they dont have any on acer.com's site they only have it for a 15.4. they have them in the UK but alas no shipping to canada
     
    surfguy17, Oct 26, 2008
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    Sorry then :(

    Just to give you an idea they all went in the range of 50-70€.
     
    cirifax, Oct 27, 2008
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    surfguy17, Nov 13, 2008
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