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    Is this a decent deal on the M17x?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by iclicku, Jul 3, 2010.

  1. iclicku

    iclicku Notebook Evangelist

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    I am mulling over whether or not to buy this config from Alienware:

    Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium, 64bit, English
    Intel® Core™ i7 720QM 1.6 GHz (2.8GHz Turbo Mode, 6MB Cache)
    1 Year Basic Service Plan
    CrossfireX™ 1GB ATI Radeon™ Mobility HD 5870
    17-inch WideUXGA 1920 x 1200 RGB LED (1200p)
    4GB Dual Channel Memory (2x 2GB DDR3)
    250GB 7,200RPM SATA-II HDD
    Slot-Load Dual Layer DVD Burner (DVD+-RW, CD-RW)
    Wireless 1520 802.11n Half Mini-Card
    Lunar Silver - Anodized Aluminum

    The price plus shipping, tax and EPP discount is $2433.77.
    What do you guys think about the price?
     
    iclicku, Jul 3, 2010
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  2. Tristan

    Tristan Garrosh Did Nothing Wrong

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    You could do better in my opinion...unless that's not USD?
     
    Tristan, Jul 3, 2010
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  3. iclicku

    iclicku Notebook Evangelist

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    Sorry, didn't mention that before. It's in USD.
     
    iclicku, Jul 3, 2010
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    ceshimm Notebook Consultant

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    not even close to "decent". if u r in US, get help from other US member here, u will achieve a better deal
     
    ceshimm, Jul 3, 2010
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  5. Tristan

    Tristan Garrosh Did Nothing Wrong

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    Yeah I got
    Nebula Red | i7 720QM | Windows 7 Home Premium | 250GB 7200RPM | 4GB 1066 MHz | Crossfire ATI Mobility Radeon 5870 | 1920x1200 RGB LED
    and a year of advanced care for 2400.

    I can give you the representatives info if you would like
     
    Tristan, Jul 3, 2010
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  6. iclicku

    iclicku Notebook Evangelist

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    So you're saying I can save $33 dollars, get a different color and accidental coverage by speaking with a rep? Rep's info would be nice :)
    BTW, I did read over Joker's Wiki on how to order the M17x. I'll still appreciate any other help.
     
    iclicku, Jul 3, 2010
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  7. SirRogers

    SirRogers Notebook Consultant

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    what the heck are you guys smoking? This deal is DECENT. What do you mean "not even close to decent"? $2400 after tax for that is a decent deal.
     
    SirRogers, Jul 4, 2010
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  8. flippedbinary

    flippedbinary Notebook Enthusiast

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    I had the same config with the upgraded wireless, 3 years accidental, and an Orion backpack for 2500 before taxes and shipping. You can do better.
     
    flippedbinary, Jul 4, 2010
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  9. doublee

    doublee Notebook Evangelist

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    Actually, NEVERMIND. It's not decent. I configured the same spec on the website and it came out $2757.47 (after CA tax). You can do better! You should aim around minimum 15%. If time isn't much of an issue for you, keep calling different rep. Once someone gives you 15% off or so, tell him/her that you need couple days to think about it. Either he/she will get you a bit more off or will call you back in few days. Inbetween, call more reps and ask them you got a quote of this much and was wondering if you can take off a bit more. I tried this for 3-4 days and I was able to get 22% off. :D
     
    doublee, Jul 4, 2010
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  10. Lolinternets

    Lolinternets Notebook Geek

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    Actually Blue I'm looking to purchase a m17x soon myself and could use a reputable representative if you're still willing to provide their info.
     
    Lolinternets, Jul 4, 2010
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  11. iclicku

    iclicku Notebook Evangelist

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    Yeah, rep info might be nice. But I guess I'll have to start calling soon.
     
    iclicku, Jul 4, 2010
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  12. iclicku

    iclicku Notebook Evangelist

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    Well, my config was $2271.60 before tax and shipping.
     
    iclicku, Jul 4, 2010
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