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    Help with 710m

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by peppercronie, Apr 11, 2006.

  1. peppercronie

    peppercronie Newbie

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    I got in on the 710m deal for $775 and the laptop arrives today. I don't NEED the laptop until july, but I would certainly use it between now and then.

    Is it a good enough deal to keep or should I refuse the package and wait until summer for a new deal?

    Thanks.
     
    peppercronie, Apr 11, 2006
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  2. titaniummd

    titaniummd Notebook Deity

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    That is an excellent deal. I almost bought a laptop for my 5 year old and that's about how much I wanted to spend. You can't buy a 12 inch laptop anywhere for that price.

    Accept it and be happy. If you don't like it, Ebay it.
     
    titaniummd, Apr 11, 2006
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    jordansport Notebook Consultant

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    I would keep it.. especially since you got the for a great price. I had to pay $970~ for mine but I'm still happy. Very nice portable.
     
    jordansport, Apr 11, 2006
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    graph101 Notebook Geek

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    what are the specs?
     
    graph101, Apr 11, 2006
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  5. peppercronie

    peppercronie Newbie

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    The specs are 1.7 Ghz P-M, 512MB, 60GB 5400 rpm drive, DVD burner, Intel 2200 wireless, 4 cell battery. I didn't/haven't bought extended warranty.

    I'm leaning towards keeping it. I have heard from both sides. Some say wait until July to buy, while others say they've waited months for a good deal on 700/710m.

    Thanks for the responses.
     
    peppercronie, Apr 11, 2006
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  6. titaniummd

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    Sounds solid. I would have gotten another battery since the battery life is not great with 4 cells.
     
    titaniummd, Apr 11, 2006
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