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    Backpack for the M17x

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Jumpboyjr, Jun 30, 2009.

  1. blade445

    blade445 Notebook Consultant

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  2. Bubbamel

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    You know what? I kind of dig that urban/rock climber look. I like the look of it. Its a bit too much for my pocket though. If it were a little less expensive, I would seriously consider it alongside the slappa.
     
    Bubbamel, Jul 30, 2009
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  3. WaR

    WaR Notebook Virtuoso

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    That's a big one right there. Can't see myself taking the train with that one. Planning to carry a rocket launcher along the M17x?
     
    WaR, Jul 30, 2009
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  4. blade445

    blade445 Notebook Consultant

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    LOL! Ye it does look hardcore. It should be here tomorrow, if I don't like it, zappos is free shipping both ways so I am not out anything to test it.
     
    blade445, Jul 30, 2009
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  5. Clauss

    Clauss Notebook Unboxer

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    Computer bag? Do they mean for desktops?
     
    Clauss, Jul 30, 2009
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  6. QuinnII

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    Don't forget the C-4 sachel
     
    QuinnII, Jul 30, 2009
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  7. blade445

    blade445 Notebook Consultant

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    The Slappa matrix bag is actually larger than the oakley.
     
    blade445, Jul 30, 2009
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  8. imn2sims

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    Just ordered my Alienware Orion Backpack from Amazon. com for $59.99. With shipping it was $67.24. Guess I just carry my lunch in it until my M17x arrives :rolleyes: .

    Steve
     
    imn2sims, Jul 30, 2009
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  9. Richjuk23

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    Received the Slappa Velocity SPYDER Backpack and my M17X yesterday. The backpack is very good in my opinion, laptop fits well and is protected inside it's compartment. The folding flap that goes over the laptop doesn't close fully but it does close enough to keep it secure. It also looks very thin although I only had my headphones, mouse and laptop in it at the time.
     
    Richjuk23, Jul 31, 2009
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  10. WaR

    WaR Notebook Virtuoso

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    How about some pics? :cool:
     
    WaR, Jul 31, 2009
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  11. Jubal

    Jubal Notebook Consultant

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    Clauss-

    There is no way in hell that the M17x is fitting in the Matrix sleeve. 5 pounds of crap in a 3 pound bag as the saying goes.

    Luckily the Matrix backpack more than protects it, and is really all that is needed.
     
    Jubal, Aug 1, 2009
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  12. The_Moo™

    The_Moo™ Here we go again.....

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  13. Mandrake

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    Congrats Moo! That's the bag I have and really like it. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised when you get it.
     
    Mandrake, Aug 1, 2009
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  14. Clauss

    Clauss Notebook Unboxer

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    Hah nice moo, congrats. Also damn jubal, sucks about the sleeve, but I really liked the backpack so I'm in the same boat as you, happy boat...Moo It's your call, we are all satisfied with our slappa bags. But some people dont like their look I've seen on the forums. I highly advise you to get one, black color of course.
     
    Clauss, Aug 1, 2009
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  15. Phinagle

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    Grats Moo. I just got the 40% off coupon for entering.

    If you're not going to keep it you should eBay it and use the money to buy something you want instead.
     
    Phinagle, Aug 1, 2009
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  16. WaR

    WaR Notebook Virtuoso

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    :mad: When was this contest held? Totally missed it. Was it on NBR's main page or what?
     
    WaR, Aug 1, 2009
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  17. Phinagle

    Phinagle Notebook Prophet

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    That's what you get for living your NBR life restricted to the Alienware section. ;)

    It was in the News forum for a month or so.
     
    Phinagle, Aug 1, 2009
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  18. Clauss

    Clauss Notebook Unboxer

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    There are other forums besides alienware....?
     
    Clauss, Aug 1, 2009
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  19. Jubal

    Jubal Notebook Consultant

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    Got this in my email today from SLAPPA:

    Save 15% on everything at SLAPPA.com in August

    While everyone under the sun is running a "Back To School" sale, few (if any) are providing as much as SLAPPA is:
    * 15% off ALL products at www.slappa.com
    * Free Shipping for orders over $89
    * Extended Warranty (365 days vs. 180 days)
    * Free gift with every order
    * Automatically qualify for VIP program that gives lifetime discounts, free gifts and gift certificates

    AND OF COURSE, UNBEATABLE SLAPPA QUALITY AND SERVICE
     
    Jubal, Aug 2, 2009
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  20. Scytus

    Scytus Notebook Deity

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    Best. Post. Evar. :p
     
    Scytus, Aug 2, 2009
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  21. Bubbamel

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    Being out of a job, free would have been great, but I did not win; the 40% off should help the wallet a bit though! :D
     
    Bubbamel, Aug 3, 2009
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  22. J2P3B

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    I don't have an M17X, but am looking for a bag for my m15x after the refresh (soon? :) ).

    I've checked out some bags from Hurley and this one looks pretty sick:

    Hurley
     
    J2P3B, Aug 3, 2009
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  23. QuinnII

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    Would anyone happen to know if the Targus city gear is even big enough for the m17x, it looks close but, how close is the ?

    Device Compatibility 12.6" x 2.17" x 16.5"
     
    QuinnII, Aug 3, 2009
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  24. sleey0

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    I think it should with the specs you listed.
     
    sleey0, Aug 3, 2009
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  25. Clauss

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    I have tried the targus city gear in person, it fits it very very well. It is a very large bag, could carry everything you need. HUGE bag...
     
    Clauss, Aug 3, 2009
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  26. kilthro

    kilthro Floating in Space

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    Same here. I have tried it in person.. the citygear for 17 inch is a very big bag.
     
    kilthro, Aug 4, 2009
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  27. J2P3B

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    Do you guys think that Hurley Bag will hold the m17x?
     
    J2P3B, Aug 4, 2009
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  28. ex2j

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    Is there any sleeve(hard or soft case) for the m17x?
     
    ex2j, Aug 4, 2009
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  29. cookinwitdiesel

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    Well as soon as I get my M17x I will post for you all how the Mobile Edge Premium Backpack can hold one. Love this backpack so far.
     
    cookinwitdiesel, Aug 4, 2009
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  30. QuinnII

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    Thanks Clauss & Kilthro...i'm gonna run buy best buy this weekend and most likey pick one up
     
    QuinnII, Aug 4, 2009
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  31. nappii

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    I just wanted to give an opinion of the Orion bag...

    It will hold the M17x with no issues and the bag feels fairly sturdy. This bag is on the small side however. As a college student, I need a bag that can hold a binder (and I use the small 1in binders) as well as my books. This bag will not due if you are wanting to carry more than the computer and a few accessories.
     
    nappii, Aug 6, 2009
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  32. Migglypuff

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    hey nappii, if say you don't lug around the M17X in the bag will there still be ample room to fit in books and binders and whatnot? I'm also a college student and though I already ordered the Orion backpack, I haven't gotten it yet. Just wondering, because I don't plan to carry around my laptop but I am planning to use the backpack for books and all sorts of things
     
    Migglypuff, Aug 6, 2009
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  33. WaR

    WaR Notebook Virtuoso

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    Just some news on the Belkin Slim. It's out-of-stock where I want to buy it for $10 (coupons). However I did get a response from: 1) Where I want to buy, and 2) a fellow member here at NBR, Jumpboyjr. Both sources say the laptop will fit perfectly in the compartment.

    I hope he doesn't mind me putting this here.

    I hope to get it soon as well.


    Migglypuff your sig looks cool. Especially the top hand-sketch part. Too bad the text is pretty impossible to read. (This of course coming from the guy with a pretty tough font himself).
     
    WaR, Aug 6, 2009
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  34. bapenguin

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    I'm really tempted to get the Slappa. I have a Swiss Army one I got that said it would fit it, but it's REALLY tight.

    http://www.wengerna.com/yukon-wa-7410-02

    If anyone has an extra 40% off coupon they'd be willing to share... :D
     
    bapenguin, Aug 6, 2009
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  35. Bubbamel

    Bubbamel Notebook Evangelist

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    Does anyone have a pic of the M17x inside the slappa velocity matrix backpack? I would love to know the room being dealt with. I want to see how far that flap comes down with the velcro. :D
     
    Bubbamel, Aug 8, 2009
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  36. Jubal

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    Fits nice and snug but there is plenty of room.
     

    Attached Files:

    Jubal, Aug 8, 2009
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  37. Bubbamel

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    Jubal.. thank you sooooo much. +rep :D
    From the comment Clauss made about the velcro coming down 1/3 of the way, I was thinking it looked almost like it did not fit. It is alot better than I thought!

    Edit: Ok, as soon as I am able to give rep again... You are the first on my list my friend. thanks again.
     
    Bubbamel, Aug 8, 2009
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  38. Jubal

    Jubal Notebook Consultant

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    No problem, glad to help. Looks like another South Floridian at NBR, I live in Broward!
     
    Jubal, Aug 8, 2009
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  39. SargeOsis

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    This appears to be the most recent thread, so I'm going to post my backpack related questions here. I'm looking at the Slappa pack, and I'm wondering how much it holds outside of the laptop. I play table top games as wel, so I'd like to be able to fit in a small binder, rule book, and the armybook. Is that possible? If you aren't familiar with table top games I'm looking to fit basicaly a text book, 1.5 in binder, and 2 notebooks in it.
     
    SargeOsis, Aug 11, 2009
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  40. Clauss

    Clauss Notebook Unboxer

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    Sarge I think you will be fine with that, what you play? 40k or regular?


    <----used to compete with an aliatoc eldar army..represent
     
    Clauss, Aug 11, 2009
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  41. Scytus

    Scytus Notebook Deity

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    Just read this off an article:

    "Razer will also design an exclusive StarCraft II messenger bag, backpack, and E-Sport Pro Gamer Case, and the company will showcase the StarCraft II messenger bag at--where else?--the upcoming BlizzCon expo in California."

    I live in Los Angeles...I wanna go to BlizzCon! xD
    I wonder how a starcraft II-themed bag would look...

    ..dont care, want it..and want it NAAAOOOWWWW.
     
    Scytus, Aug 12, 2009
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  42. Scytus

    Scytus Notebook Deity

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    Sorry, I nerdgasmd up there, I apologize.
     
    Scytus, Aug 12, 2009
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  43. cookinwitdiesel

    cookinwitdiesel Retired Bencher

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    hmmm, a starcraft 2 themed bag will look awesome and like everything you have waited 10 years for, but will get massively delayed and split into 3 parts with no LAN support

    Lol

    So I got my M17x now and it DOES fit into me Mobile Edge Premium Backpack, but barely haha - it is dam snug
     
    cookinwitdiesel, Aug 12, 2009
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  44. Scytus

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    The no LAN support really hurt the most D:
     
    Scytus, Aug 12, 2009
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  45. nemoris

    nemoris Notebook Evangelist

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    Yeah... I'm thinking the game will be cracked to support LAN then the pirates reap the benefits while the loyal customers are left in the dust.
     
    nemoris, Aug 12, 2009
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  46. cookinwitdiesel

    cookinwitdiesel Retired Bencher

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    sounds like every other game....lol

    that is what DRM of any sort does, it hurts the paying customers not the people who would have stole it anyway (I do say steal because that is what it is, not some guys on a boat with a parrot ;) ) And yes, this lack of LAN support is exactly that, a DRM scheme - cant get into bnet/play game with out a legit key
     
    cookinwitdiesel, Aug 12, 2009
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  47. Scytus

    Scytus Notebook Deity

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    I HAVE FOUND MY BAG

    [Click me, I'm special]

    done and done, also solves the backpack vs messenger bag deal for me..cause no other bag would look that EPIC. I'm not sure if it even supports 17"...but..I really don't care...

    ..I will make it
     
    Scytus, Aug 12, 2009
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  48. cookinwitdiesel

    cookinwitdiesel Retired Bencher

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    Price TBD......haha that could get nasty
     
    cookinwitdiesel, Aug 12, 2009
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  49. Scytus

    Scytus Notebook Deity

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    don't care!

    ...MINE
    *mouth foam*
     
    Scytus, Aug 12, 2009
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  50. Mandrake

    Mandrake Notebook Nobel Laureate NBR Reviewer

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    How about this?

    [​IMG]
     
    Mandrake, Aug 12, 2009
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