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    Wanting to upgrade from my Dell M1530 and considering an Asus

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by XELA NAMYT, Feb 10, 2010.

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    XELA NAMYT Notebook Geek

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    Hi,

    I've had my Dell M1530 (C2D 2.5Ghz, 8600GT, 4GBRAM) for about 2 years and I'm considering upgrading it. I've looked at the Dell/Alienware offers, but they don't seem to be much better than what I have unless I shell out £1500.

    Therefore I see quite a few people getting Asus laptops and I have a few questions about them if someone can either answer my questions or point me in the right direction I would be grateful.

    1. What model should I get? It will be primarily for gaming, I'll use it on my lap (with a tray under it) and I would prefer one that is 15" or 16".
    2. I have heard there are several issues with the warranty in the UK, is this still the case? If so what do people suggest?
    3. Where do you buy Asus laptops from? I'm used to buying off Dells website, so buying through a third party is a little unusal and worrying for me.
    4. If Asus doesn't seem to fit my needs, what do people suggest?

    Thanks very much,
     
    XELA NAMYT, Feb 10, 2010
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