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    Dell Outlet Certified Refurbished Alienwares

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by shizdan, Jun 17, 2010.

  1. shizdan

    shizdan Notebook Consultant

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    I am looking into getting an Alienware M15x or M17x. Are those on the outlet the new versions....I keep seeing R1 and R2 and its confusing? And are Certified Refurbished Dell/Alienware Laptops reliable and not going to be cosmetically destroyed?
     
    shizdan, Jun 17, 2010
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  2. dave-p

    dave-p Notebook Deity

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    R2 is the latest version of the M17x using I Core processors

    usually these are units that have been returned to dell for various reasons.

    It can be hit and miss as far as cosmetics go.

    But if your not happy with it, you can usually return it - double check
     
    dave-p, Jun 17, 2010
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  3. Khybrid

    Khybrid Notebook Consultant

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    I'd would still rather order it. :p I prefer it being brand new and customizable :)
     
    Khybrid, Jun 18, 2010
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  4. Villosa

    Villosa Notebook Deity

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    Most of the outlet ones are practically brand new. Aside from maybe the nameplate, a bit of searching will get you a nice config at great prices.
     
    Villosa, Jun 18, 2010
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  5. shizdan

    shizdan Notebook Consultant

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    Well I got a M15x Cosmic Black
    -i7 720QM
    -4 GD DDR 133Mhz
    -500GB 7200RPM
    -ATI 5850
    -1920x1080

    For around $1,270 shipped! with the 15% off coupon!
     
    shizdan, Jun 18, 2010
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  6. dcu1976

    dcu1976 Notebook Guru

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    I say if you found one that you like, go for it. Worst case scenario, if its defective you can get a replacement from Alienware but be prepared to fight!
     
    dcu1976, Jun 19, 2010
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  7. Dwarf King

    Dwarf King Notebook Evangelist

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    And prepare to wait for a long time in case you should be so unlucky to end up with a lemon :eek:

    However, the R2 system(i5 and i7 CPUs) is pretty stable and reliable :)
     
    Dwarf King, Jun 19, 2010
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  8. Lozz

    Lozz Top Overpriced Dell

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    I agree. the brand new ones that were returned within the 21 day period are the ones that are resold as refurbs most of the time, so I wouldn't be worried too much about cosmetics since normally they just part those out.
     
    Lozz, Jun 19, 2010
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