**Official Dell XPS M1530 Owner's Lounge**

I ordered mine on 6th Sept and my ESD was 22nd Sept but I got mine today and today is 18th Sept........So hold tight it should be there tomorrow...Also it is really worth to wait for this beauty...enjoy

 

Hi all

I ve got a question re: 4GB RAM only showing as 3.5...ok ok before anyone feeaks out...yes I know the 32vista will never show 4GB...but it did! after my previous format and installaing my XPS was showing the full 4!! I formatted today and now its back to the 3.5....

can any one shed some light? on what would have made it show the full 4GB previously? maybe a driver I downloaded? ???

thanks

 

SP1 makes the difference.

 

thank you very much!

 

more specifically, sp1, under the computer properties dialog, will report what the bios tells it: 4GB (2^32 bytes).

pre-SP1 did what the task manager did all along:

task manager, under the performance tab, will display exactly what's available to the OS within the 4GB memory range(2^32 bytes) after devices (such as your gpu have been mapped [2^32 bytes - N, where N is whatever memory-mapped I/O consumes]). this figure is what really matters to you.

 

So....I'm finally getting a laptop after a long time waiting.....Here are the specs and price....Anybody know anything I should know about the 1530 before I start using it? I've used it before but only for a little while.

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XPS m1530 @ $1,294
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Tuxedo Black
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T8100 (2.1GHz/800MHzFSB, 3M L2 Cache)
3GB, DDR2 @ 667MHz (2 Dimm)
15.4 inch Wide Screen WXGA+ TrueLife LCD (w/ 2MP camera)
256MB NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT
320GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
8X DVD+/-RW Slot Load Drive
Dell Wireless 1505 Wireless-N Mini-card
56 WHr 6-cell

 

Congrats! Enjoy

 

Congratulations on your order! Welcome to the XPS family...where there are many abound!

No, nothing to really know about...just look it over carefully once you receive it! And, check to make sure all is in *working order* for you

And, if your going to be doing any reformatting, or cleaning up any bloatware, after you have checked it over ~ that would be a good time to do it!

Then, Viva LA ENJOY!

Cin

 

Thats a nice system...

As for anything to know about, there are quiet a few things you might wanna know or be prepared to do once get it.

First off, as others said, check everything completely.. make sure all parts n components are fine, start it up, make sure everything is working n starting up well..

YOu might want to check the temperatures, idle, min n max... you could search around for some nice tools to do these.. or just drop in later once u receive the system

Also, see if u can get everything you need to work... if not, its better u fix it right away and set up ur system all stable n fine..

In general, the M1530 is a top class system.. So shouldn't have anything major to worry about.. other than the system manufacturing quality n functioning.. also make sure the battery is charging up well n stuff and you don't have any issues with that..

Have fun

 

Congrats! and welcome to the xps family. If you have any questions when you get the laptop, like what to look for etc..feel free to pm me :] ill be glad to help.

 

Thanks guys!

I will make sure to check everything and I will post back if I have any problems. I love this site. It has been helpful since the beginning, when my brother had to order a laptop. We ended up getting an Inspiron 1520. Anyway....I forgot to include the price:

$1,294

 

Yay
my order has now gone to the carriers and its on their website
"claps excitedly"

im probably now just 2 days or so away from joining this wonderful club
my spec again was

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T9300 (2.50 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 6 MB L2 cache
4096MB 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM 2x2048
400GB Serial ATA (5400RPM) Hard Drive
NVIDIA® GeForce™ Go 8600M GT with 256MB dedicated graphic memory
Primary 9-cell Lithium-Ion Battery
15.4" Widescreen WXGA+ (1440x900) TFT Display with TrueLife
Bubblegum Pink

Vanna's going to be one happy girl

 

I finally went and did it. Got a relatively loaded XPS 1530 :c)

Some specs:
T9300 Processor
4GB RAM
320GB HD
256MB 8600GT Video Card
3 Year of Complete Coverage
Next-Gen Wireless Card
Integrated Sound Blaster Audigy
...

Can't wait for it to ship

 

Update"

It came today!!!!!!

very pleased with it so was everyone in the office when i poped it open, alot of jealous looking guys staring at my work of art.

Just installing dual boot xp so i can play my older adventure games but yes worth every penny im very very happy. It also shipped with bios A09 for anyone who wanted to know.

Thanks for all the help on here and fonduekid for your help too hunny

 

Congratulations Great that you are happy with your system and everything has been working fine And hope it continues to do so...

And drop back here in NBR anytime for any issues... Cheers.

 

Nice

Hope you have a blast once u receive it. Cheers.

 

Hey no prob's...were all here to help!

Yes, NBR is a simply awesome site! Can't say enough about NBR and alot of the peeps that contribute!!!

Nice price!

Be sure to let us know when you have received it, and finally made it your *own*


Cin

 

Help Needed Guys..

After reading the threads to install Vista Ultimate 64 bit, i convinsed myself to install it on my XPS 1530. I got the OEM Dell Vista Ultimate 64x DVD, but it gives always gives me a error while installation on "install.wim" file.

Currently i am having a Win XP Professional 32 bit..

After reading the threads i noticed that something to do with RAID/AHCI drivers or may be it requires to be slipstream... not sure.

I have already updated my BIOS to A09 version.

My Laptop is XPS 1530, T7700, 4GBRAM, 320GB HDD

Any suggestion or ideas????

 

Please DO NOT DOUBLE POST. Thanks

Your other post >> http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=3963803&postcount=72

 

So I can finally post here! my M1530 arrived today and I've only gotten to tinker for an hour but now I have to head to work

ah well, gonna do a clean install tonight when i get home, so far loving the LED but Im having a tough time with this "huge" keyboard since I've been using my 700m for the past three years.

loving it so far!

 

Congrats You'll get used to the keyboard...

Have fun.

 

Awesome ~ Awesome ~ Awesome! I'm glad you received it
Welcome to the XPS Familia' LOL....

The keyboard ~ no worries there! That will be very adaptable for yah!

Good luck with the clean install, and *making your lappy your own*


Cin

 

I got my laptop yesterday after only a week of wait. I love it very much so far. i think the sound is pretty good as I was expecting pretty bad from what I hear in the forums. Also, I do have a little keyboard bulge that is noticeable around the F7-F9 keys but I am not sure what I want to do with that. Apart from that (and also that I did not get the XPS accessories), I am pretty happy at the moment. Thanks to all that helped me out!! And yes, this includes you Cin!

 

Congrats.

That small "bulge" is present in many systems, as seen from user posts... though I don't see it in mine... but if u r really annoyed with that, you might want to see under the keyboard for some sticking out screw' or something... there was another thread recently on this, you might want to look there to see for any possible tips / suggestions.

And XPS accessories are rare now.. Atleast, AFAIK.

Have fun with ur system.. Cheers.

 

Sweet!!! Congrat's... I am so happy that its working out for you! :yes:

And, the OP above me is correct about what was stated on the keyboard bulge....

This thread may be of help to you
http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=239152


What's important is that you got an awesome lappy you like..and, so the accessories...I wouldn't worry about them so...

Ooish...and thanks ~ I really enjoyed helping you out!!!
It's nice peep's like you that make a difference on the forum!

Enjoy!!!!!


Cin

 

well gang... I have a replacement coming... soon I hope.

I have just noticed that the barrel hinge is bent... not just the gap to fascilitate opening but its bowed out. also the space bar is iffy... but the kicker: the bluray drive ate my disk!!!

such a long wait and all these problems on day one

oh well... at least i have it to use til the replacement arrives. (whenever that may be)

 

Hey there, EB ~
Sorry to hear that your new 1530 didn't work out for you, and that you had these problems (esp. with what happened with the bluray drive)

It's too bad that you had to wait a bit for it's arrival and now this

Well, at least you are getting a replacement ~ and it will be a *new* 1530! I also hope that this one is in the condition that you would expect your new 1530 to be!

I like how you are remaining fairly positive about what has happened!

Oh, for some reason...the *replacements* sometimes tend to ship quicker than actual new orders!

*fingers crossed* for your new replacement working out for you!


Cin

 

thanks cin

just wondering, since im getting a replacement... can I swap hard drives with it and keep the one I have?

 

I am not sure about this, though I remember vaguely, reading about a member here managing to keep the hd, after talking with dell support.. May be some other expert can shed more light on this... Here in Italy, dell said its not possible to keep the hd.. system has to be returned as it is.

 

NP!

I think maybe you can? Not sure though (so I can't say yes at 100%)! Alas, I found some threads relating to that! I don't know if you need the go ahead from Dell though! So, I would be sure that all is in order before/if you choose to do so.

http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=240491

http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=211656


Cin

 

Made the plunge!

XPS M1530, Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T9300 (2.5GHz/800MHzFSB, 6M L2 Cache)
Tuxedo Black Casing XPS M1530
4GB, DDR2, 667MHz 2 Dimm, for XPS M1530
15.4 inch Wide Screen WXGA+ TrueLife LED LCD with Camera for XPS M1530
256MB NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT
250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive for XPS M1530
Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 Home Premium Edition, English
8X DVD+/-RW Slot Load Drive for XPSM1530
Integrated High Definition Audio 2.0
Intel 4965AGN Wireless-N Mini-card
McAfee SecurityCenter 15-month
WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion P Primary Battery, for XPS M1530
3 Year Limited Warranty
Dell Hardware Warranty PlusOnsite Service, Extended Year(s)
Third Party At HomeService with Nights and Weekends, 24x7 Technical Support,2 Year Extended
Dell Hardware Warranty PlusOnsite Service, Initial Year
Third Party At Home Service with Nights and Week ends, 24x7 Technical Support, Initial Year
LoJack Theft Recovery Softwarefor Laptops, 3 Year
CompleteCare Accidental DamageProtection, Inspiron, 3 Year
Dell Wirless 355 Bluetooth Module (2.0+EDR)
Special Offer - $50 off (included in price)
Subtotal:$1,310.08
Shipping and Handling:$0.00

Sales Tax:$72.06
Total:$1,382.14

Also comes with Adobe Photoshop + elements. Pretty stoked. Man, HP really made the start of this semester rough.

The only downside is I didn't realize I couldn't use the AMEX $250 Home System gift card I had. Should have realized that earlier. Now I need to find something else to buy!

 

Very, nice!!! Congrat's on your purchase Welcome to the XPS family!

You will very much enjoy it!!!

What is your ESD??


Cin

 

10/22/2008

I need this laptop like 3 weeks ago haha. The guy told me not to sweat the date too much, so hope to see it really soon!

 

Well, you know look at it this way...it may seem like a bit off..but you will have it before you know it!!! And, there are lots of things to do to keep your mind busy while you wait! Like YouTube unboxing vid's LOL, looking at any potential accessories you may want to add, reviewing things on the forum, etc..

And, *sigh* I do remember the waiting was the hardest part!!

But, Dell usually over-estimates the ESD!!! So, there is a chance that it may be shipped sooner!


Cin

 

Well, I'll be working on papers, graphics projects, and more while waiting. Unfortunately I'll be stuck using the campus Mac lab in the mean time. Sucks, since I bought my last laptop last year hoping it could get me through graduation. **** you HP!

 

Hi Shampoohorn

congratulations on your new laptop its a great machine, your just going to love it and make your classmates jealous.
Nice spec too. I had mine shipped 6 days early so like Cin says theres every chance your get it sooner than you think.

Vanna

 

Hi, looks like you got a great deal. I am putting together the xps for a friend and im not not coming close to the specs you have and the price. Did you use some kind of coupon? Thanks

 

check out the $1299 EPP deal... I believe paper_wastage has it in sig, I know its what I used to get my m1530

 

just wondering when does the CompleteCare Accidental DamageProtection warranty start. Does it start after the 1st yr warranty expire.

 

well, my new m1530 is supposed to be here before week's end.

Also, The CSR that called to update me about my 64-bit Vista disks was able to put in an order for the XPS Accessories that I wasn't sent.

I got an order number for accesories, laptop and vista 64-bit disks.

I'm sure the ear buds will be the creative EP-630 kind as those were mentioned by name, however I'm not sure if the rest will actually be the XPS branded ones.

I'll post and let ya'll know once I get it.

also: @cin

thanks for the links regarding keeping my HDD, I asked Dell and they said that I could n fact keep my hard drive as long as the one sent back with my old system is the correct capacity and RPM.

 

Ordered mine on the 25th of September, it is now in delivery preparation!

Intel Core 2 Duo T9300 2.5GHz 6MB L2 Cache
4 GB DDR2 667 MHz SDRAM
320 GB Hard Drive
NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT 256MB
1920x1200 WUXGA 15.4" widescreen display

 

Hey everyone i've got the audio clicking popping issue.
http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=301938
http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=302435
Anybody got any help for me?

 

Figured I should post here since I am an official owner Btw thanks for the help ppl the info I got from this forum was part of the reason I got the 1530.

 

Just got mine the day before yesterday!!! Very nice laptop, I must say I am impressed so far. Only ran into a few issues.

1. The blu-ray drive wouldn't play newer discs. Dell's sending out a disc for PowerDVD 8(downloaded the trial and works perfect) - Problem solved

2. When restarted the laptop would tell me the ac cord was the wrong wattage and the comp wouldn't give me proper indication of battery. Called Dell, followed instructions - Problem solved

I went to pick up a laptop I had being fixed under warranty by the Geek Squad and the problem with that laptop was having both Norton and Spysweeper so they uninstalled the spysweeper since Norton was doing that too already. I had Spysweeper on this new laptop with McAfee(also has anti spyware) sine it was Dell recommended but the Geek Squad guy said I should not have both since they conflict with each other? Is this true? So I uninstalled Spysweeper.

So other than some Vista issues which the Dell rep says is normal and warned me of a few more I may encounter, everything is pretty good. He said Vista is still new and needs bugs worked out.

 

My new M1530 (with 9 cell battery) received a few days ago does this as well with message displayed (I believe) that a charger of a least 65 watts output is required. May I ask what "instructions" Dell support provided to correct? TIA!

 

Look here....

http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=3768852&postcount=40

And the thread in full > http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=280591

See if that helps (though I don't know the Dell tech gave a similar solution for the previous poster too!).. but for me, I never had the problem since then...

 

i could not find any thread talking about which one is better, dw306 or xk309, anyone know? thanks. which one is newest?

 

some people say dw306 from service tag can see it is v2, but some people say it has been discontinued. i google dw306 cannot find many but xk309 got a lot. ebay.com and other dell parts shop cannot even find the dw306... then from this point, it seems xk309 is better? or dw306 is indeed newer but discontinued? thanks

 

Thanks much for the information and your insight. I will say that I have not messed with BIOS on my new M1530 at this point and that I got the same message by using older and smaller AC adapter furnished with my 700m laptop. So this evening, I pulled the 9 cell battery and held the power button while in shutdown mode as an initial step. So far so good but too soon to know for sure. The build quality on this unit is great and I don't want anybody to mess with it if at all possible...

 

Guess I should post here now too since I got a 1530 recently. It's been working great for me, so thanks to all those threads that convinced me to buy one.