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    Just ordered a Studio17

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by chrischob, Jul 14, 2008.

  1. chrischob

    chrischob Newbie

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    Just got back from the Kiosk where I placed my order for a Studio17. I was looking for something that could play games but not a desktop replacement. I will probably use it for multimedia and stuff more so it seems like a good fit.

    here's what i ordered:

    Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T9300 (2.5GHz/800Mhz FSB/6MB cache)
    Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium Edition SP1
    Graphite Grey with Blue U-Trim
    Hi Resolution, glossy widescreen 17.0 inch WLED display (1440x900)
    Integrated 2.0M Pixel Webcam
    3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
    250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
    256MB ATI MOBILITY RADEON HD 3650
    6X Slot Load Bluray (BD) Combo Drive (BD Read Only)
    Dell Wireless 1510 802.11n Half Mini-Card
    Dell Wireless 370 Bluetooth Internal (2.0)
    56 Whr Lithium Ion Battery (6 cell)
    Integrated Sound Blaster® Audigy™ Advanced HD Software Ed

    This came out to $1600.

    I also got the 3 year completecare warranty for $300 since I am traveling a lot. Its going to be a long 2 week wait for it.

    Chris
     
    chrischob, Jul 14, 2008
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  2. sonoritygenius

    sonoritygenius Goddess of Laptops

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    I would have got the XPS 1530 WITH the 25% off coupon and you would be better off with lots of upgrades included..

    BUT as long as you're happy with your new Studio, nothing else matters!!
     
    sonoritygenius, Jul 14, 2008
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  3. Yakuzan

    Yakuzan Notebook Enthusiast

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    Gratz bro, I'm sure you will enjoy it.
     
    Yakuzan, Jul 14, 2008
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  4. CeeNote

    CeeNote Notebook Virtuoso

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    Those coupons aren't available in Canada...

    Congrats on the purchase btw! :D I'm still waiting to pull the trigger when they're available with montevina.
     
    CeeNote, Jul 14, 2008
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  5. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    Hey, congrats on your purchase!!! I'm sure you will enjoy it! :D :cool:


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Jul 15, 2008
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