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    Considering a M17x R3

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by jimbo312, Jan 26, 2012.

  1. jimbo312

    jimbo312 Notebook Consultant

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    I currently own a m14x and have considered selling it and getting a m17x for about the same price from either the outlet or from ebay. I would like to get as close as a straight across trade as possible but better performance. thinking i might could get 1300 for my m14x on craigslist. what are your thoughts and what specs should i consider. thanks in advance
     
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    vic_doom69 Notebook Consultant

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    580 or 6990 and 1080p screen. everything else can be easily upgraded at a later date as finances allow.
     
    vic_doom69, Jan 27, 2012
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    The Revelator Notebook Prophet

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    ^^^^ Good advice.
     
    The Revelator, Jan 27, 2012
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    jimbo312 Notebook Consultant

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    when ordering from the outlet does the nameplate get taken off, do they put a new one on, or do you get somebody else's name on your laptop?
    Does it come with some of the some "goodies" as the ones you customize or is it just the basics: software, charger, etc.?
     
    jimbo312, Jan 28, 2012
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    Huuy Notebook Evangelist

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    The nameplate will just say "M17X". No goodies, just the basics.
     
    Huuy, Jan 29, 2012
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    darkdomino Notebook Deity

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    People say that customizing the nameplate reduces resale value, but I could honestly give a crap... It's funny to show people you've got a laptop with your name engraved on it :D
     
    darkdomino, Jan 29, 2012
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