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    VOSTRO 1500- just business?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Firedancer41, Dec 2, 2007.

  1. Firedancer41

    Firedancer41 Newbie

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    I'm in the market for a new notebook and I wanted the vostro 1500. However, when I called up dell, they told me that it will not work with my home wi-fi. They said it is just for small businesses and it will only work with those type of internet hook ups. Is this true? I need some advice. Also, any suggestions on a new notebook for me. I need a good one for about $950 and i'm a big dell guy. Thanks so much
     
    Firedancer41, Dec 2, 2007
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  2. Voodoofreak

    Voodoofreak Notebook Deity

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    Thats not true. Wi-fi will work with your home as well(granted you have a wi-fi network setup). Vostro 1500 is a great notebook as many of Vostro owners can vouch for it. For $950, you can get a decently specced Vostro or Inspiron. :)
     
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    It's best to order over the web, all you have to do is enter a "business name"-just use your own name instead. :)
     
    booboo12, Dec 2, 2007
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    pixelot Notebook Acolyte

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    I have a Vostro 1400 that I ordered through my dad's company for a business discount, but I use it at home, and the wifi works fine.
     
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  5. Firedancer41

    Firedancer41 Newbie

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    i have the Linksys wireless at home. It will work with that?
     
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    trackstar Notebook Consultant

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    i know alot of people at my college that have vostro's...including me!
     
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    Firedancer41 Newbie

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    i just don't know why they would say that and obviously i dont want to get this thing home and it won't work on my wireless/cable etc.
     
    Firedancer41, Dec 2, 2007
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    bigmike34 Notebook Guru

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    Thats crazy talk, must've been a long day at the Dell Customer Service offices
     
    bigmike34, Dec 2, 2007
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    just so you know, often times businesses use home routers for their wireless. not all can afford the cisco ones. i know we implemented about 40 wrt54g's in ours.
     
    nizzy1115, Dec 2, 2007
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