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    Case for HDX18?

    Discussion in 'HP' started by blewis, Jan 18, 2009.

  1. blewis

    blewis Notebook Guru

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    Has anyone found a decent case that fits the monster that is the HDX18?

    I have been looking around and cannot find anything. I am looking for a messenger bag style (non leather).

    Thanks.
     
    blewis, Jan 18, 2009
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  2. CyberVisions

    CyberVisions Martian Notebook Overlord

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    That's nothing - you should see what we had to go through for the HDX 20.1" Dragons. However, fortunately for you, the same cases will work as the HDX 18 is just a bit smaller.

    The 2 I use are the Dicota Multigiant (you can order it from the Dell Store or find it online) which costs around $50 and is an excellent traditional notebook case, but hard for the Dragon - Dragons weigh double the weight of an 18. But for you it should be just right. Great padding, pockets, construction.

    For a roller, HP sells a Targus rollercase that was designed specifically for the Dragons. It's a great case -you can use it as a roller, backpack, or just carry it. What's really nice is that it has a slot for the notebook with additional space for clothes and stuff if you're just doing an overnight trip.

    Check through the HDX Owner's Lounge thread for the Dragon as well - this topic has come up many times and there are some links to other cases that aren't computer cases, but if they'll take a Dragon they'll fit an 18 without problem.

    Dicota Multigiant

    HP 20" Targus Rollercase
     
    CyberVisions, Jan 18, 2009
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  3. edreamerz

    edreamerz Notebook Consultant

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    Try this one on ebay: http://tinyurl.com/a3vmt9

    New Mobile Edge Select V-Load Notebook Case MEV17S
    $34.98 with shipping
     
    edreamerz, Jan 18, 2009
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  4. blewis

    blewis Notebook Guru

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    Thanks for both of you for the suggestions. I definitely do not want a roller case. I haven't actually bought the HDX18 yet. I am thinking about getting it this week, but without a decent case, it could be problem.
     
    blewis, Jan 18, 2009
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  5. orgasmerator

    orgasmerator Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have an Ogion Brain Bucket. The lappy sits snug inside with enough space for the power brick on the outside sleeve. $25 from ebags.com, I think.
     
    orgasmerator, Jan 24, 2009
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  6. blewis

    blewis Notebook Guru

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    Thanks for the pointer. I had actually forgotten about eBags. The High Sierra Sherman that they offer is more along the line of what I was looking for.
     
    blewis, Jan 24, 2009
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    alchocoholic Newbie

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    I searched ebags for laptop bags that would fit the hdx18 and the High Sierra Sherman wasn't included as one of the results but the dimensions fit though... so does anyone know if it will fit for sure?
     
    alchocoholic, Feb 8, 2009
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  8. Bokiyo

    Bokiyo Notebook Enthusiast

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    Try this bag from Belkin - on EBay: 360123800330 I also have a Alienware messenger bag that I just got and the computer fits in either of them. Good luck on your search
     
    Bokiyo, Feb 9, 2009
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