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    d820 feels cheap

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by serendipity576, May 17, 2006.

  1. serendipity576

    serendipity576 Newbie

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    Hey everyone, well I got my d820 yesterday and I have to say, it doesn't feel that solid, at least to me. I *thought* that the casing was magnesium alloy, but nope, it's good ole' plastic! Maybe the chassis is metal, whatever, but it feels like an Inspiron with me. Keep looking guys. :eek:
     
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  2. drumfu

    drumfu super modfu

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    can you post some pics?
     
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    Well I just read that it's several coats of paint which makes it feel like plastic. Too bad they couldn't have just put a powder coat or enamel on it to let the metal really show through well. Oh well, what ya expect with Dell anyway I suppose. It does feel more solid than an Inspiron, but it's not like a tank or anything. I'm sure it'll be fine, but I was just expecting more.
     
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    drumfu super modfu

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    if you're unhappy with it, i suggest you return it asap before your 21 day window closes
     
    drumfu, May 17, 2006
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    The 21 day counter starts from when it ships from Dell. If it shipped from Dell on the 10th, you have until the 31st; even if you picked it up on the 19th, for example.
     
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