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    Well padded backpack for 17" M1730 ?

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by wearetheborg, Feb 28, 2009.

  1. wearetheborg

    wearetheborg Notebook Virtuoso

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    I'm looking for a well padded backpack that can house and protect dell 17" ers.
    Any recommendations ?

    Another option I'm considering is getting a padded laptop sleeve, puuting the laptop in it, and putting the entire combo in a big backpack. Any recommendations here for the padded sleeve and big backpack ?
     
    wearetheborg, Feb 28, 2009
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    Hirohata GBF Danchou

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    The M1730 should be thinner than a D901C right? So it should be able to fit in the notebook sleeve of a Swissgear Pegasus or Ibex (someone correct me if I'm wrong, please). If it's as thick or thicker, then it won't actually fit. I've got a Targus TCB001EU that can definitely fit a D901C, but has no room for a cooler though. It is well padded, but I think is only available here in the EU.
     
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  3. wearetheborg

    wearetheborg Notebook Virtuoso

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    The dimensions for the M1730 are:
    Width: 16.0" (406 mm)
    Height: <2.00" (50.7 mm)
    Depth: 11.9" (302.6 mm)

    I'm also interested in a backpack etc for the M6400:
    Width: 15.4"/393mm
    Depth: 11.0"/280.5mm
    Height: 1.5"/38.5mm
     
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    jhawk Notebook Guru

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    Look at a Swiss Gear. I have one for my 1530 and it is a great backpack, plenty of room and very well padded.
     
    jhawk, Feb 28, 2009
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    Cin' Anathema

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    Here are a few:

    Targus TXL617 17 XL Notebook Backpack
    http://www.amazon.com/Targus-TXL617-17-Notebook-Backpack/dp/B0001EMM10

    SwissGear Wired Laptop Backpack for 17-Inch Notebook (Black)
    http://www.amazon.com/SwissGear-Bac...1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1235834005&sr=1-1

    SwissGear Pegasus
    http://www.amazon.com/PEGASUS-Swiss...1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1235834132&sr=1-1

    SwissGear Ibex
    http://www.amazon.com/Swiss-Gear-Ib...cp_ob_e_title_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1235834132&sr=1-1

    MobileEdge SecurePack Backpack
    http://www.amazon.com/Mobile-Edge-S..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0YRJCVN6E62BWWN49VDQ

    A few sleeves:
    Built NY 17" Laptop Sleeve
    http://www.amazon.com/Built-NY-17-L...7?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1235834368&sr=1-7

    Belkin 17" Neoprene Sleeve
    http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Neopre...2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1235834465&sr=1-2

    Built NY E-CLL-BLK Cargo 17" Laptop Sleeve (Black)
    http://www.amazon.com/Built-NY-E-CL...8?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1235834533&sr=1-8

    Laurex 17" Neoprene Notebook/Laptop Sleeve Case - Blue Grunge (for fun)! ;)
    http://www.amazon.com/Laurex-Neopre...4?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1235834611&sr=1-4

    Hope it helps.

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Feb 28, 2009
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    Hoy Notebook Evangelist

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    I have an Alienware Odyssey and it's pretty solid quality. Made by Mobile Edge.
     
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    wearetheborg Notebook Virtuoso

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    Thanks for the pointers !! :)
     
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  8. Cin'

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    Let us know what one you have decided on (if you want) :D


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Feb 28, 2009
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    Swiss Gear Ibex....FTW.

    It's nice looking, dependable, durable..and will just handle your 1730 and extras...very well :D


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Feb 28, 2009
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    :confused2:

    The Targus TXL617 has a good size, but its flimsy.

    The Ibex Swiss gear is well made but 1) It seems a tad bit small (I prefer sufficient clearance so that zippers etc dont hit the laptop) 2) the padding could go up higher and 3) does not seem to have a hip belt or chest strap.

    The high sierra randolph is nice, but I cant figure out if the removable padded sleeve takes 17" laptops. I'm guessing it does not judging from the outer dimensions.

    Screw it, I'll just put my laptop in a towel and use one of my bigger non-laptop bags :mad2:

    Cant believe there is no XL, well proetcting, well made and comfortable laptop backpack. Maybe I should start my own backpack company ...
     
    wearetheborg, Mar 1, 2009
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  12. Cin'

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    Yeah...I think with the 17" ones it's hard to find that one that will work for *you*. LoL..make sure they are heavy duty towels, they come in XL sizes.

    So, each one is nice..just doesnt have everything you need. :(

    If, you start your own company...let me know and I will purchase a new bag from you! ;) :D

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Mar 1, 2009
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  13. wearetheborg

    wearetheborg Notebook Virtuoso

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    I'm getting really tempted to order the high sierra randolf ... if it does not fit, I can always send it back at ebags expense... :confused:
     
    wearetheborg, Mar 1, 2009
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    I just bought the XPS backpack from Dell when I bought my M1730. It's got plenty of room, and it's nice and padded.
     
    spoolaroo, Mar 1, 2009
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