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    How to choose

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by smallapple, Mar 31, 2004.

  1. smallapple

    smallapple Notebook Enthusiast

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    I am planning to buy a dell inspiron. I would like to use it majorly for Java programming as I am a internet developer. I need to install oracle database server and a bunch of developer tools. Although I don't play games, I do wish I could do video editing for my sony digital camcorder and create my own home dvd. I will use it to watch DVD movie sometimes. I desire preformance more than mobility. I have a limited budget $1000-1500.

    Can anyone give some sugestions to choose model, cpu, hard disk, video card, etc?

    I would appreciate your help.

    Thanks,[ :)]
     
    smallapple, Mar 31, 2004
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  2. Run1track

    Run1track Notebook Deity

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    Here is a review of the Dell 5150:

    http://www.mtekk.com.au/browse/page322.html
     
    Run1track, Mar 31, 2004
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  3. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    Why do you want Dell so badly? There are other products in that price range that are better.

    Editor in Chief http://www.bargainPDA.com and http://www.SPOTstop.com
     
    Brian, Apr 1, 2004
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    <blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by Brian
     
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  5. smallapple

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    I finally ordered 9100 yesterday. With $1491 before mailing rebate, I got 2.8GHz w/HT, WSXGA+, 60 GB HD, 256M Memory (will upgrade by myself later), DVD Burner, 64MB ATI 9700 video card. Dell 1350 Internal wireless.

    I am not sure about Dell 1350. Is it something removable or integrated in the mother board?

    [?]
     
    smallapple, Apr 1, 2004
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