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    Ordered Inspiron 9300

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by funky logic, Nov 16, 2005.

  1. funky logic

    funky logic Notebook Guru

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    So i ordered it:

    CPU Pentium M 1.7
    Screen 17'' WXGA
    GeForce 6800Go
    60 Gb HDD Maxton (5400 rpm)
    512 Mb RAM
    CD/DVD-Burner
    2915 Wireless

    Price is $1200 with $50 mail-in rebate.

    Is it a good deal? (i still has 24 hours to cancel the order)
     
    funky logic, Nov 16, 2005
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    jordansport Notebook Consultant

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    looks like a good deal.
     
    jordansport, Nov 16, 2005
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    Shagrath Notebook Consultant

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    system starting is $999 plus the 6800 is $199 and you got more stuff yeahs its good go for it. You did check the coupons here right?
     
    Shagrath, Nov 16, 2005
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  4. funky logic

    funky logic Notebook Guru

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    Yes, i checked coupons :)

    Is Maxton a good HDD?
     
    funky logic, Nov 16, 2005
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    nickspohn Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    Hey, cancel your order and then get the 9300 worth 1500 and get the $500 off. That would be the smart thing to do. More upgrades and a less price.
     
    nickspohn, Nov 16, 2005
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    Congratulations, that is a very good deal, youre going to love the inspiron 9300.
     
    conghelach, Nov 17, 2005
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    I just ordered one too, heck of a deal, I cant wait to get it!
     
    red97vette, Nov 17, 2005
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    funky logic Notebook Guru

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    I gonna ask them tomorrow a new discount of $500...
     
    funky logic, Nov 17, 2005
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    Thanx! But i'll try to get even a better deal tomorrow...

    P.S. Display is LG thou :(
     
    funky logic, Nov 17, 2005
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    Yeah, i think cancelling that and try to get a samsung. You will be very happier with that screen.
     
    nickspohn, Nov 17, 2005
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