how to buy cheap xps 1530 from dell?

I m thinking about buying dell xps 1530,but this is my first time to buy from dell,who can tell me how to buy cheapest 1530?what do i want to do step by step?Thank you?

 

You need to find some coupons...

http://www.techbargains.com
http://www.cheapstingybargains.com

That will help.

 

it depends if you want a new one, or not.

the absolute cheapest way is the Dell Outlet which sells 2nd hand refurbished/returned laptops. Usually there's nothing at all wrong with them, and they're "as new" but it will say if it's scratched or something.

if you're looking to buy a brand new one directly from Dell sales, you have three options.

1) configure it yourself on the web

this can be tricky. Dell typically offers about four different starting configurations that you can then add to if you want. The stupid thing is sometimes the more expensive starting configurations are cheaper than taking a cheaper one upto the same specification. see?

so the general practice is to decide on the specification you want, open up all four options in different browser windows, set them to the spec, and see which is cheapest.

2) online chat with a Dell representative

this can be accessed by clicking Chat With Us on the Dell site.

this basically requires you doing the same footwork as above, but once you know which is the cheapest configuration, you can get the system's "e-value code".

if you tell this to whoever you're chatting to, they can usually give you a better price for the same configuration. as far as I know, they still use the website, but have the option to set the price - meaning you can negotiate it down a bit.

3) the best way - call Dell.

the absolute best thing you can do is call Dell. you can tell them exactly what you want, and they'll configure it as such. you can often get the best deal because they have access to components that are missed out from the website's starter configurations...

 

i want to buy new,i know maybe i want to call dell,but now i m not in usa,is it free to call dell?

 

have it ship to a relative that live in a tax-free state. I saved $90 just by living in Delaware.

 

which states is free-tax if i buy dell 1530,i think it's better for me haveing more relative

 

It depends where you live. You might be able to coupons, maybe not. It also may be your only choice to buy in your country unless you have a relative living some place else.

 

I have bought all my dells from the Outlet, they have all been BRAND new and ive saved quite a few quid in the process

 

Yes, Outlet computers are not "second hand". They are not used computers. Alot of the outlet computers are from people which have ordered, and then cancelled or even just declined shipment. But Dell is unable to sell these as "new" anymore. Unless you buy a scratch and dent, it will come to you as if you bought it from the regular Dell site.

So to answer your question. The cheapest price you will get is buying from the Outlet. Getting a 15% off coupon code for the outlet. And also calling up Dell to place the order and talk to someone on the business side and ask for free shipping.

 

outlet computer is new?i m worrying about if there have some question computer,so i m not sure their quality.how many coupons is for dell computer?epp,coupons,instant savings and any more?can i use this coupons together?

 

yeah outlet machines are new
Order one , if your not happy in any way (very doubtful)
Send it back , they have proper warranty too

 

Yes but only a FEW is new, most are from people who opened the box, doesn't like it, and sent it back, or just somebody send the entire laptop back after some parts of it doesnt work and get a replacement, so Dell fixes the one they got back up and put it back up for sale

 

I would suggest to use a 25% off coupon but if the coupon doesn't work in your area then i would suggest to buy it off of Dell Oulet because it would be almost half the price...

 

i think maybe epp is cheaper than 25% off coupon,cause 25% off coupon will instead of instant savings,if i use epp 10% off,i will get 10% off epp+instant savings,so i will save cost,is it right?

my friend is living in Atalanta,is it free-tax area?

 

Ordered 5/9, SHIPPED 5/29, ARRIVED 5/30

Dell XPS M1530 -Jet Black-
Intel Core 2 Duo T9300 (2.5Ghz, 800FSB)
Vista Home Premium
2GB RAM 677FSB (Upgrading to 4GB)
256MB Nvidia 8600M GT
250GB 5400RPM HDD with FFS
LED LCD (1440x900) with 2MP Cam
Intel Wireless N & BT
$1283.47 SHIPPED BRAND NEW!! is it buy for outlet?

 

No i did NOT buy it fro outlet, i configured it normally from Dell with the $999 system, and then used a 25% off coupon plus a 5% EPP.. And they also give me free next day air shipping.. I live in Hawaii and tax is only 4.16% so my total with tax and shipping is $1283.47

 

25% off coupon+5%epp?how to do step by step?can you help me?cause i can't use epp and coupon together?why you can?

 

Yeah, I'm interested in knowing how you stacked the EPP and coupon too, I've been trying to do it for ages...

 

I didnt really used a EPP COUPON CODE..

I called Dell about my order and i had to make some modifications, so they transfered me back and forth and finally to the Member Purchase Program Sales, and the Guy there told me he can give me an additional $55 off, which is about 5%, so i said "okay that would be great!" And he went ahead and took $55 off plus gave me free next business day air shipping..

My tax is very low thats why it is very cheap.. My tax was like $50..

For those of you live in states with higher tax, Thats too bad..

 

you are so lucky,can i ask free air ship?
who knows about tax of atalandta?

 

WRONG.

Outlet computers labeled as Scratch and Dent AND Certified Refurbished are most definitely "second hand". Only Previously Ordered New are supposedly returns that were never opened or turned on.

I have ordered hundreds of Outlet PC's and I can tell you, without a doubt, that even Certified Refurbished units have scratches and signs of use. Some even come complete with the previous owners "grunge" and fingerprints all over the PC and LCD (if a notebook). While I pamper and keep my PC's and notebooks spotless, it's obvious that others in the world do not rate that as a high priority (or a priority at all!).

While, generally, you'll get a perfectly functioning system from the Outlet, it is not guaranteed. There have been times that I have certainly purchased some else's problems. But, you have 21 days to return it, or get it fixed under warranty. It's a trade-off for saving some substantial money.

 

keep an eye on slickdeals.net and you will see deals posted with step by step directions on how they can be had! I got my setup for $909 plus tax (free shipping)...

 

Hello,
I'm surprised no one has mentioned using NBR as a resource for looking for good deals also!

Here are a few links for current deals:

This is under the Dell Coupons Tab:
http://www.notebookreview.com/dellCoupon.asp

This is under the Notebook News, Reviews and Deals forum
Notebook and Tech Bargains (subforum)
http://forum.notebookreview.com/forumdisplay.php?f=12

 

My opinion is different. I have NEVER purchased a Outlet computer that has any signs of use. But I have never ordered a a Scratch and Dent. And if you have purchased "hundreds" of these computers, I don't care if you buy new or "outlet", there will be a percent of those hundreds that will have issues. I have not purchased hundreds. But I did purchase 40 desktops and 8 laptops for a event that my company did. I.E. We rented these units out for a month. You know how many looked like they were used? Or had any signs of wear? One. And that is because it was damaged in shipping. The only sign that they are refurbs is the sticker saying so.

My latest outlet purchase (the M1530 that I am typing on right now). Had factory plastic "wrap" (not sure what else to call it) over all the parts that it would if you bought non-outlet. So all those parts are new. Brand-new.

Anyways, back on the OP. My advice would be to start hunting at the various deal sites. Slickdeals.net and Fatwallet.com . Start looking for outlet coupons twitter.com/delloutlet . Or if you do not want to buy a outlet computer. Just keep your eye out. There was a deal a month ago or so for a awesome setup non-outlet for I think it was $999

 

Tusin,

You've obviously missed the point of my post. I'm extremely happy that your purchase from the outlet looked new. Dell does a great job refurbishing some of the models (like Optiplex desktops, which are pretty rugged anyways), and a not-so-great job on others (like the XPS 420's with the glossy black top and front that is so easily scratched that almost all of them from the outlet come scratched up). Laptops are definitely abused more than desktops, and therefore will show more signs of (ab)use than a desktop.

The point of my post was to say that S & D and Cert. Refurbished ARE second hand. They have ALL had a previous owner. Even by Dell's own definition, only the Previously Ordered New systems stand a chance of not having ever been out of the box and turned on.

Were your computers "Certified Refurbished" or "Previously Ordered New"?

Just because something looks new doesn't make it so.

 

Yes you can ask for free next business day air shipping, and They usually give it to you if you ask

 

Go with the Dell Outlet, I got this:

XPS M1530 Black
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz
Vista Home Premium
2 GB RAM
256MB Nvidia 8600M GT
120GB 7200RPM HDD
1280 x 800 + Webcam
Intel 4965 A/G/N + Bluetooth

Plus all the usual junk like (really nice) headphones, remote, etc.

$999.99 + 15% Coupon = $849.99 + Tax & Shipping = $927

Honestly, I was worried about buying an Outlet computer, but if it didn't have the following on the bottom, I wouldn't have known it wasn't new.

 

Its wherever you are going to get the best deal, and what you feel comfy with

I bought new, cuz I used my EPP discount and felt I was getting a great deal on my 1530 at that time. A friend of mine get his notebooks from the Dell Outlet and has alway had good luck

Just my opinion

 

i think maybe i want great lucky to buy good outlet,so i m worried i will crazy if the goods i bought has something wrong,but also i will keep my eyes on outlet,i hope i m so lucky

 

Where did you find a 15% coupon for an order from the outlet?

-Funk

 

The 15% dell outlet coupon comes and goes, you just gotta watch out for it...

 

You can sign up for coupons at Dell Outlet's site, or keep looking on this forum under the Dell Coupons section or techbargains.com.

There have not been any coupons from Dell Outlet for a while...I keep waiting!