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    Vostros are up on Dell.ca

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Cam_86, Jul 9, 2007.

  1. The Pilot

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    Sorry to burst your bubble, but the Vostros seem to be cheaper than the Inspirons, also, all the crap that you had to get on the inspirons, there are options to not install on the Vostros
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  2. mtylerjr

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    Hmm. Okay. So they are more road-worthy, business oriented Inspirons. Thats cool I guess.
     
    mtylerjr, Jul 10, 2007
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  3. The Pilot

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    do you find that you can use it anywhere, or have you run into any problems??
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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    I'd pay extra for no bloatware to be installed.
    It saves me time from formatting and reinstalling all the drivers, although it's not a lot...but it's a hassle nevertheless.
     
    Znender, Jul 10, 2007
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    You can opt out of most of the bloatware on the Inspirons now too (choose "No productivity software", "No entertainment software", etc.).

    The Vostro additionally lets you opt out of the antivirus trial and the Dell utilities.
     
    swarmer, Jul 10, 2007
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  6. The Pilot

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    my thoughts exactly.. which is why I now love Dell and their new series
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  7. Sirius_GTO

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    it's up at dell.com


    wow, it's dirt cheap.
     
    Sirius_GTO, Jul 10, 2007
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  8. mtylerjr

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    I just configured two laptops, an inspiron and vostro, to identical components (had to choose vista basic, 5400 RPM HD, and 1 year complete warranty)

    Inspiron 1520
    Screen size 15.4
    Screen Res: 1680x1050 Glossy
    Processor: 2.0ghz 800fsb 4mb cache
    Video: 256mb Nvidia Geforce 8600m GT
    RAM: 2gb DDR2
    HD: 160gb 5400rpm
    OS: Vista Home Basic
    Wireless: Wireless-N
    6-Cell Battery
    Other: Bluetooth, 2.0mp Webcam, Audigy HD
    Warranty: 1Yr In Home+Accidental Damage
    Base Price before coupons $1698

    Vostro 1500
    Screen size 15.4
    Screen Res: 1680x1050 Glossy
    Processor: 2.0ghz 800fsb 4mb cache
    Video: 256mb Nvidia Geforce 8600m GT
    RAM: 2gb DDR2
    HD: 160gb 5400rpm
    OS: Vista Home Basic
    Wireless: Wireless-N
    6-Cell Battery
    Other: Bluetooth, 2.0mp Webcam, Audigy HD
    Warranty: 1Yr total care
    Base Price before coupons $1798

    The Vostro with the IDENTICAL configuration is $100 more than the Inspiron 1520.

    That's not my idea of cheaper.
     
    mtylerjr, Jul 10, 2007
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  9. The Pilot

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    Yep, maybe now Ill be able to afford a good meal plan at university
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  10. Sirius_GTO

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    it's selling to small businesses that most likely do not need/require that processing capability. That is why the starting price is so low. It's geared to people who will settle for X3100, T5470, 80GB 5400 RPM. And a price tag of $650.
     
    Sirius_GTO, Jul 10, 2007
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  11. Sirius_GTO

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    awwww... *hug*
     
    Sirius_GTO, Jul 10, 2007
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  12. The Pilot

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    Im not going to argue that there are some configurations that you can make the Vostro more expensive, but even then it comes with no bloatware, a better case, and an extra battery..

    they have a 30 day no charge return, just in case you are experiencing some buyers remorse
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  13. The Pilot

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    Thanks for the support.. Ill remember it when I own the world.. jks

    yep, this machine is going to be very useful for smaller offices
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  14. mtylerjr

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    Hmm. I picked that config because it was closest to what I wanted.

    Also, the Inspirons have a 21 day return policy, and you can avoid the 'restocking fee fairly easily, or so I am told.

    Sorry to be such a wet blanket. I just dont see the big deal. I guess bloatware doesnt bother me, because I can remove it in a few minutes.
     
    mtylerjr, Jul 10, 2007
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  15. The Pilot

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    nvm about the extra battery, either they changed the site or i misread it somewhere
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  16. The Pilot

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    well, maybe consider swiching your computer in, just to get the better casing and the other perks
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  17. Sirius_GTO

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    you're paying for business support as well as the better build (albeit arguably minute). And I'm sure as time goes on there will be coupons available for Dell Small Business.

    And yes it's very easy to avoid restocking fees.
     
    Sirius_GTO, Jul 10, 2007
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  18. henrik.falk

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    I can't believe that a forum admin recently said the Vostro was just a rumor. It doesn't instill confidence.
     
    henrik.falk, Jul 10, 2007
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  19. The Pilot

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    What about the screen.. I find that the glossy ones are useless as soon as there is light comming from behind you, anyone know anything about them??
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  20. Sirius_GTO

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    which admin said that?
     
    Sirius_GTO, Jul 10, 2007
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  21. The Pilot

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    a few hours ago, if you called dell, they would give you a cryptic answer if you asked about vostro
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  22. Sirius_GTO

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    Glossy helps with a more accurate color reproduction whereas matte finish is more ideal for typical business environment (fluorescent lighting).
     
    Sirius_GTO, Jul 10, 2007
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  23. DoubleBlack

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    Nah, I tried to return once they wouldn't...it's because then they need to sell it on Dell Outlet for less, and they need to make up that money somehow ;)
     
    DoubleBlack, Jul 10, 2007
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  24. The Pilot

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    ok.. could you decode this into matt/ glossy for me

    15.4 inch Wide Screen XGA LCD Display add $0
    15.4 inch Wide Screen XGA LCD Display with TrueLife™ [Included in Price]
    15.4 in UltraSharp™ Wide Scrn XGA+LCD Display w/TrueLife™ [add $50 or $2/month1]
    15.4 in UltraSharp™ Wide Scrn SXGA+LCD Display w/TrueLife™ [add $100 or $4/month1]
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  25. swarmer

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    truelife = glossy

    The one that does not say truelife is matte.

    (They should call it falsedeath or something.)
     
    swarmer, Jul 10, 2007
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  26. The Pilot

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    ty

    is ultrasharp worth anything??
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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    They are up on the US site now.

    On the US site they have Vista Ultimate as an option, as well as the 1 ,2,3year warranty and accidental damage protection options.

    Any two identical systems I configure, the vostro comes out more expensive.
     
    mtylerjr, Jul 10, 2007
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    The dell kiosk guy told me what I need to say to return it without a restocking fee. And I have a co-worker who returned his without a restocking fee. Im not worried about that.

    Hey, the vostro lists the remote as an option. Thats one plus.
     
    mtylerjr, Jul 10, 2007
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  29. DoubleBlack

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    15.4 inch Wide Screen XGA LCD Display - MATTE
    15.4 inch Wide Screen XGA LCD Display with TrueLife™ - GLOSSY
    15.4 in UltraSharp™ Wide Scrn XGA+LCD Display w/TrueLife™ HIGH RES GLOSSY
    15.4 in UltraSharp™ Wide Scrn SXGA+LCD Display w/TrueLife™ DON'T EVEN BOTHER YOU DON'T WANT THIS, IT'S A SUPER HIGH RES GLOSSY THAT YOU CAN'T EVEN SEE
     
    DoubleBlack, Jul 10, 2007
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  30. DoubleBlack

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    So then what do you need to say, share the info :p
     
    DoubleBlack, Jul 10, 2007
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  31. The Pilot

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    that makes the decision cheap and easy, thanks
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  32. The Pilot

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    is the vostro more expensive by the same margin each time?
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  33. The Pilot

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    They must have lowered the prices of the Inspirons following the launch of Vostro
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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    Not the same margin...just roughly the same, with the vostro anywhere from 30 to $100 higher, from the configurations Ive chosen
     
    mtylerjr, Jul 10, 2007
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  35. The Pilot

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    what about your configuration compared to what you paid for it a week ago?
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  36. mtylerjr

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    Since vostro wont let you choose vista premium, or 7200 rpm drives, here the two configs with home basic, and 5400 rpm drives from the US site

    Vostro 1500
    Screen size 15.4
    Screen Res: 1680x1050 Glossy
    Processor: 2.0ghz 800fsb 4mb cache
    Video: 256mb Nvidia Geforce 8600m GT
    RAM: 2gb DDR2
    HD: 160gb 5400rpm
    OS: Vista Home Basic
    Wireless: Wireless-N
    6-Cell Battery
    Other: Bluetooth, 2.0mp Webcam, Audigy HD
    Warranty: 2Yr In business+Accidental Damage
    Base Price before coupons $1834

    Inspron 1520
    Screen size 15.4
    Screen Res: 1680x1050 Glossy
    Processor: 2.0ghz 800fsb 4mb cache
    Video: 256mb Nvidia Geforce 8600m GT
    RAM: 2gb DDR2
    HD: 160gb 5400rpm
    OS: Vista Home Basic
    Wireless: Wireless-N
    6-Cell Battery
    Other: Bluetooth, 2.0mp Webcam, Audigy HD
    Warranty: 2Yr In Home+Accidental Damage
    Base Price before coupons $1785

    The Inspiron is $49 cheaper, when I do both on the US site.

    The config I got below was $1877 before $500 in coupons, but that was with 7200RPM HD and windows Premium, which explains the $92 difference.
     
    mtylerjr, Jul 10, 2007
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  37. The Pilot

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    the coupon was for about $400??
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  38. mtylerjr

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    I had two coupons. the $350 one, plus a $150 one for buying it from the kiosk. The $150 one expired today, and the $350 one is supposed to expire on the 12th,but some people are complaining that it is already expired.

    I aslo had it shipped to my parents in Montana, where dell doesnt charge tax. That saved me another $154 :D
     
    mtylerjr, Jul 10, 2007
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  39. The Pilot

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    cool.. you are in the states, right?
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  40. mtylerjr

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    Yeah. Near Santa Cruz, California. (in the Santa Cruz Mountains)
    Dell charges 8.25% tax to ship to California :(:
     
    mtylerjr, Jul 10, 2007
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    yawwwwnnnn
    and what kind of name is that?!

    Inspiron and XPS sound so much better, lol
     
    queshy, Jul 10, 2007
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  42. Sirius_GTO

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    what kind of name is quesky :eek:
     
    Sirius_GTO, Jul 10, 2007
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  43. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    They remind me of the old Latitudes... those were all black as well.

    While I do like the idea of a solid black machine, the images on the Dell site aren't terribly flattering.
     
    Commander Wolf, Jul 10, 2007
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  44. The Pilot

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    Vostro means "yours" in Latin
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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  45. The Pilot

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    I see no reason that these machines couldnt be used for some semi serious gaming.. they have the graphics card, the RAM, and the processor speed

    anyone see something that I dont?
     
    The Pilot, Jul 10, 2007
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