What about a mini bluetooth USB dongle? OK, so it wont be as convenient, but at least you're not voiding your warranty.
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in fact, there is alot you can do you your laptop that will not void your warranty - It might be usefull to read it. -
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I have a few questions in regards to the Dell Studio 17. I can get the laptop fully loaded at $1,244 in either of these configs:
1.) 56 Whr Lithium Ion Battery (6 cell), McAfee SecurityCenter with anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, 30-Days, 2Yr Ltd Hardware Warranty, InHome Service after Remote Diagnosis
OR
2.) 85Whr Lithium Ion Battery (9 cell), No Security, 1Yr Ltd Hardware Warranty and Mail In Service
Mind you, this is fully loaded excluding Blu-ray drive for DVD drive and the Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 (2.1GHz/800Mhz FSB/3MB cache) instead of the Intel Core 2 Duo T9300 (2.5GHz/800Mhz FSB/6MB cache).
Option 1 REQUIRES a security software option, and what I listed is the free option (bloatware to me, I rather load my own). It also features the 6 cell battery, but the better deal is the 2 year warranty InHome.
Option 2 does not require security software, because I would rather load my own anyways. It features the 9 cell battery but only a 1 year standard warranty as listed.
Questions:
1.) I have everything plugged into a Backup UPS battery anyways (printer, modem, router, etc..), is the 9 cell option better than the 6 cell, like better air flow?
2.) Will the T8100 be good enough or is a T9300 really recommended? I want it to run fast and "future proof", but gaming is something reserved exclusively for my PlayStation 3. How vast is the real world differences we are talking here between the T8100 vs. T9300?
3.) Is the Sound Blaster Audigy Software Edition worth the extra $25, does it make that big of a difference, and does anyone know how much of an improvement on sound it makes (I know it is a software upgrade, not hardware)?
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1. The 9 cell battery raises the laptop a little and so would indeed provide better clearance for the air intake at the bottom of the laptop.
Bear in mind however, that the 9 cell battery is heavier than the 6 (suprisingly more than expected) and makes what is a perfectly luggable laptop into a beast to carry around with you. I love my Starbuck sundays too much to lug a studio 17 with a 9 cell anywhere.
2. The difference in speed from the T8100 to the T9300 is not really noticable in general use and will only really affect you if you plan to play games a lot. It will get you a few extra frames in crysis but, that's pretty much it.
3. No idea about the soundblaster software. Surely it would require a hardware upgrade too?
4. The red definitely stands out more. I have ordered mine in tangarine orange as the red is slightly darker than I expected it to be (viewed one in PC World on sunday).
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I ordered my Studio 17 on firday aug 29, and my ship date is the 18th of sep. i cant wait for this laptop this will be my first one.
if i wana put vista 64bit on it dose it come with the system or do i have to call and get it from dell.
spec:
Intel® Core 2 Duo T5750 (2.00GHz/667Mhz FSB/2MB cache)
Tangerine Orange
4GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
Back-lit Keyboard
Hi Resolution, glossy widescreen 17.0 inch display (1440x900)
256MB ATI MOBILITY RADEON HD 3650
Windows Vista Premium
250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
8X Slot Load CD / DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive)
Integrated Sound Blaster® Audigy Advanced HD Software Ed
Dell Wireless 1397 802.11g Half Mini-Card
Integrated 2.0M Pixel Webcam
Dell Wireless 370 Bluetooth Internal (2.0)
Dell Travel Remote Control, IR
AVerTV Hybrid NanoExpress ATSC
Biometric Fingerprint Reader(put it in just for kicks
also got a few extras :
D-LINK DIR-615 Wireless N Router Bundle with Wireless N USB Network Adapter
Belkin Messenger Laptop Case - up to 17" - Black/Gray
Logitech V450 NANO Cordless Laser Mouse - Tangarine Orange -
I've noticed when you put some pressure on the palm rest towards the edge of the computer its starting popping a tiny bit, obviously the top plastic isn't flush with the bottom plastic part, also I've started hearing the odd ticking sound coming from the top left of the keyboard, is that where the cpu is located?? I think the hinge is also slightly too tight, the screen seems flex a bit when opening and closing the lid, otherwise its cranking along nicely, just hope its built to last!!
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Kensik: I'm not sure, but to be safe, I'd call and ask.
clintnz: Yeah, mine went pop on one side, a bit worrying. I haven't heard the ticking though - could it be the HD? Also, the outside lid seems quite flexible. -
I just had a tech replace my screen. Had a LG with odd colors and loads of color banding. He put it in a Samsung and it looks a lot better.
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Does anyone know of a good laptop stand to use on my desk for Studio 17?
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Got my dell 1735 last week and have been trying to install Vista 64 bit.
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Hi,
I am not used to buy DELL computers. I would like to buy a Studio 17 for around 2000$ including a 400$ rebate (on the website). Is there any way to obtain an extra rebate (using coupons/calling directly Dell) ?
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Saw this and thought I would post it for you Studio 17 owners... Since I dont frequent this thread I'm not sure if its already been posted...
Dell updated the ALPS Touchpad driver for the Studio 15 / Studio 17 on Friday (64-bit Vista only). Here's the link:
http://support.us.dell.com/support/downloads/download.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=gen&releaseid=R192617&formatcnt=1&libid=0&fileid=264800 -
Hi,
Can anyone please give me a size comparision for the Studio 17, would it be easy enought to carry around when needed? Anyone recommend any satchel bags it will fit in?
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Hey all, I just wanted to know if you think I got a good deal on a Studio 17.
Here is the build:
Item Number Quantity Item Description
223-9880 1 Studio 1735, Intel Core 2 Duo T8100, 2.1GHz, 800Mhz, 3M L2 Cache
313-6294 1 Seaweed
311-8660 1 4GB, DDR2, 2 Dimm
330-0560 1 Back-lit Keyboard
320-6899 1 Hi Resolution, glossy widescreen 17.0 inch display (1920x1200)
341-6739 1 ATI MOBILITY RADEON HD 3650
341-6743 1 320G 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
420-8585 1 Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 Ultimate 32-bit Edition English
313-6256 1 8X Slot Load CD / DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive)
420-8183 1 Roxio Creator DE 10
313-4783 1 Integrated High Definition Audio 2.0
430-2929 1 Dell Wireless 1397 802.11g Half Mini Card
320-6653 1 Integrated 2.0M Pixel Webcam
410-1163 1 McAfee Security 9.0, 3-Year Subscription, for Dell Inspiron / Dimension
312-0708 1 85 WHr 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
467-5642 1 Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Edition
950-7447 1 4 Year Limited Warranty
985-6303 1 Type 15- Third Party At Home Service with Nights and Week ends, 24x7 Technical Support, 3 Year Extended
988-8860 1 Type 15- Third Party At Home Service with Nights and Week ends, 24x7 Technical Support, Initial Year
990-8047 1 Dell Hardware Warranty PlusOnsite Service, Initial Year
990-8048 1 Dell Hardware Warranty PlusOnsite Service, Extended Year(s)
464-5099 1 $70 Promo Dell Gift Card Card Card to arrive 6-8 weeks afterpurchase Redeem before 1 year expiration. dell.com/giftcard
900-9753 1 Warranty Support,3 Year Extended
960-2780 1 Warranty Support,Initial Year
960-9189 1 CompleteCare Accidental DamageProtection, Inspiron, 4 Year
412-0358 1 Soft Contracts - Consumer Complete Care
991-1169 1 Bund. LoJack Theft Recovery - 4 Year DHS
420-8654 1 LoJack Theft Recovery Softwarefor Laptops, 4 Year
430-2933 1 Dell Wireless 370 Bluetooth Module (2.0)
313-6747 1 Integrated Finger Print Reader
320-6911 1 Hi-Res. TL widescreen 17.0 inch WLED display (1920x1200) w/ 2.0M Pixel Camera
Subtotal: $1,414.00
Shipping and Handling: $0.00
Sales Tax: $84.86
Total: $1,498.86
Thanks for your input. I can't wait to get it! -
The 4 year warranty and complete care must have added a lot to yours. Here's what I ordered a few weeks ago (I paid KY 6% tax as well) it was $906 shipped
Black
2.16Ghz 2MB Cache Core 2 Duo
3GB Ram
256MB Radeon Video Card
320GB 5400RPM HDD
1440x900 LED Screen
Backlit Keyboard
MS Office Home & Student Edition
2Yr Warranty
No Fingerprint Reader
DVD+-RW
Dell Wireless 1397
Dell 355 Bluetooth
I think thats about it, it was purchased through the EPP program a few weeks ago with the 5% EPP coupon and 4% DPA discount. -
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You should be able to get a Studio 17 for under $1,000 even with LED, Dedicated video, Backlight keyboard, fingerprint if you do some homework and research all of the discounts.
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Thanx! -
The Bantech guy that came out. The new Samsung screen sucks now too. I get tons of moving colors and refreshing lines. I am so irritated.
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Sorry, he replaced the mobo and the screen. So something is still wrong even with new hardware.
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Does anyone have an issue with the quality of sound? I have my basic 5-yr old Inspiron 8500 and it's sound is much better (deeper bass, louder, etc) than my new Studio 17 laptop. I did reinstall the driver but the sound hasn't changed much. Any ideas?
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hi, i want to replace my gateway p7811 lcd screen with dell studio 17's wled
lcd? do u think i can keep the brightness of studio 17's in a gateway comp? -
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thx, somms.
how about move the inverter along with lcd ?
if the inverter is compatible with gateway? -
Cost of the samsung 17" LED screen in the Studio aint cheap either.
Would be interesting to see if it works but you would need a new lid with the WLED's also... -
By the time you've bought a screen and inverter, that's almost the cost of a new laptop, assuming it'd even work which is unlikely.
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As for the sound, it probably won't make any difference but there was a new sound card driver released this week. I'm just installing it now.
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Oh, and, hello! I'm the proud new owner of a 1735 which arrived a week or two back. I went with Dell largely for their system builder approach, so that I could spend money where I wanted to and save it on things I didn't want. I was looking for a desktop replacement machine with plenty of memory, a discrete graphics card and good hi-res screen. It doesn't have to be a "gaming rig" for bleeding edge games but I want it to throw about World of Warcraft without breaking a sweat. (-:
This is what I ended up with. Salient specs are:
- Studio 1735 : Intel Core 2 Duo T5750 (2.0GHz,667MHz,2MB)
- Display : 17in Widescreen WUXGA with Truelife - CCFL
- LCD Back Cover : Jet Black Matte Finish
- Memory Dual Channel 4.0GB (2x2048) 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
- Hard Drive : 160GB (1x160GB) Serial ATA (5400RPM)
- Optical Drive : 8X DVD+/-RW Drive
- Battery : Primary 6 cell 56W/HR LI-ION
- Graphics: 256 MB ATI Mobility RADEON HD 3650
- Wireless : Dell Wireless 1510 (802.11n) Half Mini Card European
- Wireless : Dell Bluetooth 370 Card Europe
- Keyboard : Internal UK English Qwerty Backlit Keyboard
- Operating System : English Genuine Windows Vista SP1 Home Premium
I'll do a short review presently. -
over the past weeks i spent about a 6 hours total on the phone with a dell EPP agent (my company has a dell EPP account) named Julio at extention 6127223. he was very nice and helped me out quite a bit (obviously).
the deal i started with was the Mike Ming Extreme edition found HERE. it is pretty loaded up with options that i wanted and comes with a sizeable instant savings. however, with my EPP, the instant savings was over $600.
I also had a 5% discount coupon from a promotion dell had in August, as well as my AAA 6% discount, as well as 4% from using my dell MPA account to buy it. My Dell MPA account has a high APR, but I will now just use my low APR credit card to buy that off.
i could not use all the coupons together, but i was able to negotiate the value of them from the price. keep mentioning that you i wanted certain aspects, such as a 7200 RPM HDD, but they didnt offer it, so ask for a free upgrade on software in place of it. also liberally throw in the words "i was looking at an apple".
i think the key is asking for free stuff where they can give it to you, like software and warranty. i was also able to get free next-day shipping.
he gave me so much money off of the price that i dont know what i actually ended up getting for free!
the price for my laptop without any savings or negotiations is $2,665 shipped, i got it for $1,499 shipped. i think i did pretty well.
be nice and courteous. if you think the salesperson you are working with is not going to give you the best deal, then hang up and call back to get a new associate.
i cant wait till i get it! i will be sure to post as soon as i do with some photos of the "seaweed" lid and other cool stuff. i think i am going to underclock it a little since i have been reading positive results with that. -
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Does anyone have any experience with the Dell Video Chat? Just wondering some information about it. I know you can connect with people you know, but does it have functions as far as randomly connecting with people or allowing you to search for others who share similar qualities, etc.
I think paying a fee to only talk to people you know is kind of dumb, you should be able to have video chat with random people.
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I'd be interested to hear the answer to this though - I might give it a whirl if people are actually using it. -
I really missed the 9-cell battery on your order. Dell wanted a REDICULUS amount to upgrade to it, like $200+ or something. My M1530 I remember was a $60 upgrade to add an 'additional' 9 cell battery to the 6-cell already included, so I passed on the one for the studio for now. -
as for the lid, my wife and i like it. we are into the sea, and surfing, and like the cool design. it is relaxed enough to take to work, but cool for home.
i pretty much decked this out out with those things, as well as the McAfee, because i plan to give this to my wife. i will then get something even better -
there are aplenty replacement dell battery on ebay.
all dell upgrades are far more expensive than the market price.
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Hi all,
This might be my first and last post to this fine forum, but more likely I'll have questions to optimize my Studio experience and will search or post them here as appropriate. Nevertheless, I wanted to acknowledge help and suggestions obtained here which in the end influenced which boxes I checked on Dell's online order form. In brief, I've been a Dell user for several years starting with my (tech sector) employer standardizing Dell products which subsequently led to my own purchases of a Dell PC and (later) Dell laptop.
So how did I end up ordering a Studio 17? My home PC is upstairs and I've found I enjoy using wireless downstairs while watching (more like listening) TV. I rarely bring home my Dell Latitude 14 work computer and decided I wanted something with larger screen for this stated purpose. Why not a Studio 15? I "built" several Dell configs and saved them to Carts, including Inspiron 1525, Studio 15 and Studio 17. In the end, I decided this laptop would be essentially dedicated for home use, since for travel use I have a Dell 700m (12.1") ordered when current (thank you Fat Wallet!) strictly for compact travel purposes - the 700m still serves me well! The added weight and bulk of a 17 (especially with 9 cell battery) will not be an issue for my purposes.
My Studio 17 will be built and shipped in a few weeks including the major items below. Guidance by NBR resulted in my choice of display, keyboard and RAM memory. My deal was EPP through AAA (better than employer's EPP): -$419 EPP - 6% AAA coupon - 4% DPA discounts (thanks also here for clarifying how to get DPA discount). My final price: $1014 + $19.99 shipping + $8 "disposal" fee + sales tax.
2.1GHz/800Mhz FSB/3MB cache
Graphite Grey with Black Trim
3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2
Back-lit Keyboard
Glossy widescreen 17.0 inch WLED display (1440x900)
256MB ATI MOBILITY RADEON HD 3650
320GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
85Whr Lithium Ion Battery (9 cell)
(Note: this message posted from Dell 700m while "assuming the position" in La-Z-Boy recliner with a nice glass of Cali red at hand!) -
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anyone got a part number for the Studio 17 HDD caddy and the necessary attachment to add a HDD?
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There is a HD bracket listed at the Dell site. Imagine that you would still need screws though... -
thanks somms!
wow...
only for $10.99?
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Anyone got any ideas on a bluetooth keyboard to run with Studio 17. I've already got the wireless mouse so I won't need a package deal. I've seen some one ebay but didn't know if anyone had any suggestions. It will mostly be used to sit back on the couch and use my 52'' sammy as my monitor.
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Logitech do good keyboards including a couple of cordless ones. If you just want remote control for watching movies etc, they do a mini one which looks funky, though it's not cheap (83 quid on Amazon). http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/keyboards/keyboard/devices/3848&cl=gb,en
Which mouse did you go for? I'm thinking of getting a wireless mouse to stop me from dragging the laptop onto the floor when I nip off in the middle of a Warcraft session...! Got my eye on this one. -
i normally keybind the <back> button to be the run/walk function, and being a warrior, the mouse scroll wheel lf and rt serves as a stance cycle in opposite directions... with the use of macro...
personally, i use the VX revolution, not the nano, i like the slanted surface, easier on my wrists... less strain...
you guys notice, much of the exhaust on the Studio does get somewhat covered up (with about 1/8" gap in between) with the screen when you open your screen... causing that portion of the screen to be tad warmer? -
I want to have the touch buttons lit up all the time, the ones above the keyboard that control the speakers volume and the mute. Is that possible? Is there a hot key for that like the keyboard lights.
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I need to rethink keybindings a little, gonna map one of the sidebars to the number pad I reckon (instead of ALT-blah as they are now). I can see how the scroller to stance-dance would work though.
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(PS - Rogue)
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The small buttons you maybe able to find at a local walmart or such. 3M makes them and they call them bump ons which are used to put on cabinet doors or bottoms of dvd players etc. The come in various sizes and thickness to suit various needs You maybe able to check out the 3M webpage for a local distributor/store to pick them up. Good Luck.
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I placed my order today 9/15 for the following system...My original order was to have the xpress xifi sound card which they now tell me is not available anymore via Dell. That sucks as from what I have read about the integrated audigy card does not sound all that good. I like to listen to music on my lapto which I currently on a Inspiron 1520 which was my first laptop and it works well even when multitasking. I am trying to see if inspite of them telling me I can get what I order as long as I order it within 30 days (Which I Did) if they will throw in the tuner as I can not get the sound card I wanted. We will see on that my ship date is 10/14 and the rep told sometime in Oct but maybe sooner, I can wait not a big deal. I have to give kudos to a lot of you on here the info you post as help me in feeling like I got a decent laptop for my money. I get epp discounts via my employer and with the few added discounts and a phone call to Dell save quite a few dollars. My question is about the sound card, I see that a few posters on here do not like the sound card, is it really that bad? I pplay music, do some internet dj'g and watch movies will the current sound card be that bad? I did bump up the from a 3gb to 4 gb memory even though I see I may not reap a whole of benefits but fig with the bump up in the processor every little bit helps. Let me know what you think and if this is a good laptop. I see most people have the same configure so I am guessing it is not bad. One last thing that I was concerned about was the broadband card which I was to get a free 7 day trial and on my new order it does not show and it does show a charge for the card which was to have been included in the price. I emailed my rep to look it to this and the fact the 7 day trial does not show and the rep advised it was, so that I have my rep looking into as well and the 12 handling which our company does not get charged. They advised me they will ship it out next day, so I am hoping rep will waive the shipping. I am looking forward to putting this through its paces. Thanks again for all the posts!!!
Quantity Item Number Description Unit Price
1 223-9886 Studio 1735, Intel Core 2 Duo T9300, 2.5GHz, 800Mhz, 6M L2 Cache $1503.16
1 313-6284 Graphite Grey with Black U-Trim $0.00
1 311-8660 4GB, DDR2, 2 Dimm $0.00
1 330-0560 Back-lit Keyboard $0.00
1 320-6899 Hi Resolution, glossy widescreen 17.0 inch display (1920x1200) $0.00
1 341-6739 ATI MOBILITY RADEON HD 3650 $0.00
1 341-6743 320G 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive $0.00
1 420-8585 Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 Ultimate 32-bit Edition English $0.00
1 330-0555 DELL RESOURCE DVD,BACK-UP INSP1735 $0.00
1 420-5769 Internet Search and Portal $0.00
1 463-2282 Dell Owners Manual installed on your system,click on icon after system set-up to access $0.00
1 420-8223 Dell Video Chat $0.00
1 420-9100 Dell Dock Consumer $0.00
1 420-6436 Vista, PC-Restore, Dim/Insp $0.00
1 420-7622 DELL SUPPORT CENTER 2.0 $0.00
1 420-9128 Best Of Web Consumer $0.00
1 420-9106 eBay Web Access Icon $0.00
1 410-1883 ADOBE READER 9.0 MULTI- LANGUAGE $0.00
1 313-6256 8X Slot Load CD / DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive) $0.00
1 420-8183 Roxio Creator DE 10 $0.00
1 330-0496 MEDIA DIRECT 4.0 For DVD RW $0.00
1 313-6727 Integrated Sound Blaster Audigy Advanced HD Software Edition $0.00
1 430-2931 Dell Wireless 1510 802.11n Half Mini Card $0.00
1 320-6653 Integrated 2.0M Pixel Webcam $0.00
1 462-3905 I chose the promotional security package with service $0.00
1 312-0707 56 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery $0.00
1 412-0148 No Internet Service Provider Requested $0.00
1 467-5642 Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Edition $0.00
1 950-3339 3 Year Limited Warranty $0.00
1 960-9188 CompleteCare Accidental DamageProtection, Inspiron, 3 Year $0.00
1 986-5869 Thank you for choosing a Limited Warranty and Service Contract $0.01
1 988-5112 Type 15- Third Party At Home Service with Nights and Week ends, 24x7 Technical Support, 2 Year Extended $0.00
1 988-8860 Type 15- Third Party At Home Service with Nights and Week ends, 24x7 Technical Support, Initial Year $0.00
1 990-8047 Dell Hardware Warranty PlusOnsite Service, Initial Year $0.00
1 990-8048 Dell Hardware Warranty PlusOnsite Service, Extended Year(s) $0.00
1 412-0358 Soft Contracts - Consumer Complete Care $0.00
1 412-0359 Soft Contracts - Qualxserve $0.00
1 991-1159 Bund. LoJack Theft Recovery - 3 Year DHS $19.75
1 420-8653 LoJack Theft Recovery Softwarefor Laptops, 3 Year $0.00
1 984-4391 1 yr Automated PC Tune Up 2.0 $29
1 420-8408 PC Tune Up, 1 Year Subscription $0.00
1 410-1163 McAfee Security 9.0, 3-Year Subscription, for Dell Inspiron / Dimension $0.00
1 950-5442 Warranty Support,2 Year Extended $0.00
1 960-2780 Warranty Support,Initial Year $0.00
1 991-9779 10GB DATASAFE ONLINE 1.1 FOR SDO/DIM/INS/XPS $29
1 988-0099 To activate your online backupaccount, go to Start, Programs, DataSafe Online $0.00
1 420-9326 DATASAFE ONLINE 1.1 10GB FOR DIM/INS/XPS $0.00
1 988-0089 DataSafe included with DellCare Service bundle $0.00
1 467-5479 Dell Wireless 5720 EV-DO Revision A mobile broadband built-in mini-card for VZW $150
1 430-2933 Dell Wireless 370 Bluetooth Module (2.0) $20
1 313-6279 Integrated Finger Print Reader $25
1 420-8312 Finger Print Software $0.00
1 320-6911 Hi-Res. TL widescreen 17.0 inch WLED display (1920x1200) w/ 2.0M Pixel Camera $0.00
1 420-8310 Creative Camera SW $0.00
1 310-8628 You have chosen a Windows Vista Premium System $0.00
1 330-0254 Intel Core 2 Duo Label $0.00
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Tax : $140.74
Order Total : $1928.66
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