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    Dell XPS/9100

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by fazam, Jun 1, 2004.

  1. fazam

    fazam Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have been debating to get a dell XPS or 9100 for a while as my desktop replacement. I need to have a minimum of 1G RAM with 60G 7200 (pref) hard drive.
    With current coupon of 20% expiring today the price for an XPS with 1GIG RAM, 60G HD and 8xDVD+ is coming to be around $2400 with 3 years warranty.

    What do people think about this dell/laptop and the price? 9100 was about $2100 with similar options

    Thanks
    -fA
     
    fazam, Jun 1, 2004
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  2. Albrot

    Albrot Notebook Enthusiast

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    If I remember correctly, the XPS allows you to upgrade the graphics card in the future. Other than that, it's supposed to be pretty much identical to the 9100. I guess you have to look at what you'll be using it for. If it's a gaming machine, maybe you will want to upgrade it in the future. If it's for something else, maybe the 9100 would be better.

    I have a 9100, and it's great. Not only does it make a good desktop replacement, but for ocassional (or frequent, if you're strong enough!) travel, it's ok.

    It's all about what your priorities are.
     
    Albrot, Jun 1, 2004
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  3. mathlete2001

    mathlete2001 Notebook Deity

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    The only differences between the XPS and 9100 are: upgradeable graphics card, and pentium 4 extreme edition. If those two things aren't critical, you can save quite a bundle.

    Dell 8600
    1.8 dothan SXGA+
    128mb radeon 9600PRO TURBO
    512mb RAM
     
    mathlete2001, Jun 2, 2004
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  4. fazam

    fazam Notebook Enthusiast

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    I pulled the trigger and ordered the XPS!
    Now the wait begins... :)
     
    fazam, Jun 2, 2004
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    mathlete2001 Notebook Deity

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    <blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by fazam
     
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    mathlete2001, Jun 2, 2004
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