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    Advice on Purchasing an Alienware laptop

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by Jameshalo22, Jun 15, 2011.

  1. Jameshalo22

    Jameshalo22 Newbie

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    Hey guys,
    I am interested in purchasing an Alienware m18x or Alienware m17x r3. Can anyone give me some advice on the laptop I should get with some reasons provided.
    Thanks,
    James Meehan :D
     
    Jameshalo22, Jun 15, 2011
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  2. eleven

    eleven Notebook Consultant

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    Normally for M17X-R3, it's
    CPU: 2720 (or 2630, if you plan to replace it with the extreme)
    Graphics: 6970m (unless you want 3d)
    RAM: lowest possible (buy extra sticks for cheap)
    HD: lowest possible (buy extra for cheap)
    Screen: best possible
    Warranty: best you can afford

    Personal preference.
    Cheers.
     
    eleven, Jun 15, 2011
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  3. pp_ph

    pp_ph Notebook Consultant

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    What is your budget range?
    Because I think getting an M18x under 2400$ isn't a good idea and you might be better of with a loaded M17x.
    Code: 
    M18x 2000$ + 400$ 6970 x2 = 2400$ starting imo
     
    pp_ph, Jun 15, 2011
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  4. CGSDR

    CGSDR Alien Master Race

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    For warranty, as eleven stated, you can also extend it with Dell if you like, just go to Dell support page and extend it, here is the link and for more info:
    Dell Warranty Extension
     
    CGSDR, Jun 15, 2011
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