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    If you had a $100 Dell Gift Card...

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Greg, Sep 1, 2006.

  1. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    ...what would you want to do with it?

    I'm asking because the new notebook I ordered will come with one (actually 4-6 weeks later), and I'm having a hard time thinking of truly USEFUL ways to spend it. Here are the following constraints to the "game:"

    1) No more than $100-$125 dollars out of pocket can be used (which means item(s) can't cost more than $225 before tax)
    2) Cannot be a printer, scanner, speakers, keyboard, mouse, monitor, AC adapter, travel AC adapter, or hard drive...I already have that stuff!
    3) I can be anything else, like batteries, TV tuners, or upgrades to warranties, and anything that I can't think of (which is why I'm asking)!
    4) If you think a TV tuner would be best, please try to find one that is compatible with MCE and Pro...I'm still deciding as to which OS I'll end up using! But I'm willing to break this rule if you are...
    5) Any number of items can be included in the "suggestion," as long as rule #1 is met!

    If you are scratching your head right now, well then you know how I feel! ;)

    Thanks for the help and suggestions, and I will read and consider each and every one of them :)!
     
    Greg, Sep 1, 2006
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  2. flawlesscomputers

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    I would sell it
     
    flawlesscomputers, Sep 1, 2006
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    Hey there night. About the TV tuner, MCE just includes a program so you can utilize the TV tuner. If you don't have that OS, there are plenty of other programs (some are free too!) that can work with the tuner on XP Home and Pro. Good luck.
     
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  4. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    i thought about that...but i don't know anyone i can sell it too... :(

    eBay is out...i've had enough issues with them that i really am boycotting it for technology purchases (read: I got burned)!
     
    Greg, Sep 1, 2006
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  5. gilo

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    Save it for a later use with a coupon to get a super deal if you can

    OR

    Get the Sandisk SANSA mp3 ( nano killer ) E250+ , they had a quite good deal for it bundled with some stuff , its about to price drop so look for a price change .
     
    gilo, Sep 1, 2006
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  6. flawlesscomputers

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    HAHA..

    Speaking of eBay...I just received my account reinstatement email a few minutes ago. Signed on, payed $600 in fees, and 30 minutes later, it's suspended again. Long story...

    I can't stand them.
     
    flawlesscomputers, Sep 1, 2006
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  7. Greg

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    flawless...PM me that story of yours...sounds like an interesting read!

    anyway...maybe a webcam? any good recommendations from the dell website?
     
    Greg, Sep 1, 2006
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  8. Jason

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    I would ebay it for like $80-$90 then save the $ or buy something else from somewhere else that you want...
     
    Jason, Sep 1, 2006
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    If you can't use it sell it
     
    gridtalker, Sep 1, 2006
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  10. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    warranty extension...or complete care? would a dell card worth with those?
     
    Greg, Sep 1, 2006
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    no that is the only thing dell gift cards and concession coupons can not be useb on
     
    compsavy, Sep 1, 2006
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    i would go with the wintv mce kit and the carbon fiber cover for my e1505.
    that cover looks SHARP!
     
    darkshark0159, Sep 1, 2006
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    Slingbox, I can't wait to get one.
     
    ScreamingBlueMessiah, Sep 1, 2006
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  14. Greg

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  16. Greg

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    hmmm...battery??? maybe in a year if/when my battery shows some wear and tear?
     
    Greg, Sep 1, 2006
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  17. zolo

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    Dell does offer a refurb. E1505 9-cell battery for $70 something.
     
    zolo, Sep 1, 2006
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    where does dell offer a refurbished battery?
     
    compsavy, Sep 2, 2006
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    You can find refurbished batteries by calling dell. I called them and asked them about brand new 9-cell battery for my E1505 and the price was too much so I just asked the guy on the phone if they offer refurb products and he said yes. The price for 9-cell refurb. for E1505 was $70ish.
     
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    Given the age of this thread (and my surprise that you found it...), I'm going to close this. Feel free to make a new thread though about your specific needs!
     
    Greg, Nov 24, 2007
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