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TheBoymaker
Posts:855
 | | 08/13/2008 7:31 PM |
 Alert | DH requires a laptop for work. It will need to be able to store photos, run Quicken, have WiFi and a few other applications. Are the bottom of the line models at HP sufficient for these needs? | |
`cos everybody hates a tourist
Especially one who thinks it's all such a laugh.
Yeah and the chip stain and grease will come out in the bath...
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| | RichTig
Posts:0
| | 08/13/2008 8:18 PM |
Alert | Yes they are. Check out Buy.com. They always have a great deal on entry level laptops. | | | |
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| | alanf
Posts:1602
| | | AZnitro
Posts:98
| | 08/14/2008 9:08 AM |
Alert | | I second the tiger direct deals. I buy from them all the time. | | | |
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| | Cactus Rob
Posts:1204
| | 08/14/2008 9:19 AM |
Alert | Are factory warranties still valid when purchased through Tiger Direct? | | | |
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| | TheBoymaker
Posts:855
| | 08/14/2008 12:27 PM |
Alert | | I heart youse guys. | |
`cos everybody hates a tourist
Especially one who thinks it's all such a laugh.
Yeah and the chip stain and grease will come out in the bath...
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|  | JasonY
Posts:3446
| | 08/20/2008 2:53 PM |
Alert | | Quad Core.......2GB of RAM......smoking fast video card and internet connection.........let the online fragging begin..............whhhheeeee | |
"My favorite health club is the International House of Pancakes" -- Lewis Black | |
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| | DurandClan
Posts:166
| | 09/08/2008 10:01 AM |
Alert | simplest laptop advice I can give is based on the WARRANTY. If you buy one of these el-cheapo jobs consider what would happen if the laptop failed. First off your warranty is likely 90 days - 1 year and even then it will require you to mail the laptop in for repair in many cases leaving you without the convenience you have become accustomed to so just be careful. If you feel this is a requirement for you to function, spend a few more bucks on a machine that has strong backing. I recommend Dell laptops to everyone because they are extremely reliable and their service is top notch. It does cost more but like most things, you get what you pay for. I've been doing this for 15 years so I can definitely say I've seen my fair share of purchases and failures in my time. | |
Dave & Silvia Durand | |
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| | mcolacino
Posts:54
| | 09/08/2008 9:56 PM |
Alert | Mr. Durand is correct. A warranty is vital for laptops. A few years ago, we had a Dell Latitude. We only purchased a one-year warranty and two years after that, the laptop monitor cracked. At the time, the repair cost as much as the laptop's value, so we only used the laptop when it was hooked up to a regular monitor.
Is your husband self employed or does his employer have an employee purchase plan with HP, Dell, or other computer manufacturer? My company does with HP and Dell and I received over $600 in warranties for no charge, on top of an awesome little laptop.
If not, I would still recommend going with HP or Dell. If your husband doesn't need this purchase immediately, check the HP and Dell sites often (Toshiba also makes great laptops) for specials.
Things to consider when you purchase a laptop aside from the warranty:
1) RAM. Get the most GHz per slot. If the offer is for 3Ghz on two slots or 3GHz on one, select the latter. You will be able to add more memory in the long run and this will extend your laptop's usability.
2) Hard drives are cheap, but go for less space and buy an external hard drive. You can get 320GB for about $150 on an external drive, and this can serve as a backup to your laptop's contents.
3) Most laptops come with some version of Windows Vista. Go with Vista Business. Stay away from the Home versions. The Business version is the most stable version, as business users will not tolerate a buggy system. I have Vista Business and it's a good system.
4) Wireless connectivity is a must. 802.11N allows for the fastest transmission, but if you have other wireless devices, or if you already have a wireless router, make sure that your router can handle your laptop's wireless networking capability; otherwise, you may have to buy a compatible router.
5) If your husband's employer requires MSOffice, don't bother purchasing MSOffice from the laptop manufacturer. If you are interested in photo editing software, check provantage.com, cdw.com, and just do a Google search for the lowest prices and compare to what the laptop manufacturer is offering. | | | |
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| | grokdesigns
Posts:29
| | 09/09/2008 11:31 AM |
Alert | Rather old topic, but if you're still looking, check out these deals from Lenovo:
http://www.lenovo.com/ibmspp
Passcode: 536686 The ThinkPad series are very well built. | | | |
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| | cholo bandito
Posts:937
| | 09/09/2008 11:35 AM |
Alert | Any decent credit card doubles the warranty, when used. | |
I think the concept of god has outlived its usefulness. It is time to put it out of its misery. | |
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| | DurandClan
Posts:166
| | 09/10/2008 8:10 AM |
Alert | ...and be selective about the type of warranty as well...Dell offers what is called Complete Care which covers against accidental spills, something a base warranty from a manufacturer may not cover. This is one investment you should read the fine print for. | |
Dave & Silvia Durand | |
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