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Deleted by me...Heart

 

HOG (I guess that is not such a nice acronym but it's one none the less!)
Mine came in 2 days ago and I too had to return it- I am guess ing I had a bad hard drive- mine was locking up at boot up and then would lock up after it was running so I too had to retune mine. Im willing to stick it out and wait for the next one. It is one of the best bargains out there for high end notebooks. i loved the look and feel of it- keypad was even pretty decent. If the next one craps out- i will go directly to HP or Sony and get something that works.

Sorry about yours- hope the next one works out better!

 

I assume the brightness is turned all the way up. It seems to do that to itself with the power plugged in anyway so it probably can't be that. I have to say that everyone who sees my screen stops and stares. It isn't washed out in any way quite the contrary. I even set the dpi back to 96 and even my old shot eyes still focus on the screen still. I think that is because the lcd panel is so sharp compared to the monitor type of display.

Mine is rock solid and very fast. I don't have any complaints at all other than the ordering process and talking to the Indians so to speak. I heard that that is comming to an end.

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by the way I work for a place that only buys dell. There are a bunch of notebooks all of them look ok to me probably not as good as this but they only paid1k for these things I bet.

I9300 2.0ghz 1.0gb ram 100gb disk 256MB NVIDIA 6800 dvd rw UXGA Bluetooth Intel WiFi Media Center

 

I've had 4 9300's in a row with really bad light leakage problems that can easily be seen while viewing DVD's and graphics.
I must have the worst luck in the world or Dell just doesn't like me. Who knows.
It's a great system, but the screen is the most important aspect to me.
My search continues...

Huuuh.

 

Hang in there Heart!
Its sad to hear that you are disappointed in something you look so much forward to getting. You know whats wierd, is that the people who really researched EVERY customizable aspect of their purchase are the ones who get the bad defects and the ones who were more "flexible" in their choices have easier times. Its like the chassis and kits that dell can put together quicker are the (higher percentage) working ones. I dunno, im not trying to make you feel worse about it. Im sorry.If it makes you feel any better, the DNS server went down for my ISP so ive been on and off for the last few days. I hope your able to get what your waiting for , whether its from Dell or not. Peace and good luck.

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*Dell Inspiron 9300
- Pentium M 1.60ghz
- 60gb HD (7200prm)
- 256mb Nvidia Go 6800

 

omg seriously mate go into bios ---> display ---> and adjust the brightness level from there !!!

THERE IS NO PROBLEM RELAX MATE !!!

on battery it runs at 2.5 level brightness

with adapter plugged in it runs at 6.5 brightness ....

but u can change this ...

u can also do it without going into bios ...

u know the key nest to the windows key press it and hold it down and press ur up arrow for more brightness or down arrow for less brightness ... simple

but first go into bios and get used to the brightness's and the such ...

it's a ok mate[ ]

** Dell Inspiron 9300 ... Centrino 2 ghz ... 1 Gig Ram ... 256 Nvidia Geforce 6800 Go ... 100 Gig Hardrive ... 17 inch WUXGA screen with Truelife ... 8 x Dual DVD Burner ... Wifi **

 

Even if she adjusts the display from the BIOS, she still has the issue of seeing a white circle on the display. I kind of understand this one, as I see a pale square (about 2" x 2" or so) in the upper left corner. Luckily, this is only noticable on the start up screen.

The brightness with and without the AC power plugged in is definitely noticable for me. I don't have the same display as Heart does, but when I run on battery power, it's mighty dim. Even plugged in, I have the brightness adjusted all the way up (using the keyboard adjustments).

Heart --- did you send it back or try going into the BIOS? Don't get too disappointed. I say replace it and try again. Yes, you have had some problems with Dell in various aspects, but call you "friend" and tell her it's on its way back! Just make it short and sweet... order another one (and see if there's another screen option... aren't there two different screen for these things?) They may be experiencing a manufacturers defect. Did you find out which screen your 9300 had on it?

Light leakage wouldn't bother me much, but the white circle and the extremely dim display WOULD. And, it's not worth keeping if it's defective.

Stupid question, maybe... did you wait until the computer had been in the house a good while before using? I think you know this already, but I thought I'd ask anyway.

Inspiron 9300, Pentium M 1.6GHz, 1GB RAM, 256MB NVIDIA 6800 Go, 17" LPL WUXGA+ TrueLife,60GB HD, CD-+RW/DVD-+RW, Dell Wireless

 

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LapDriver,
I appreciate your response but I don't understand your comment about being more "flexible"??? I was totally flexible. I'm curious at to what you mean by that. I can't figure it out! The rest makes sense somewhat. Can you explain what you mean?

I researched the Dell 9300 but not to any extreme until I was waiting for delivery. So I knew more ahead of time the little things to expect (that I never "Researched") now that it was actually on the way. I think you have the wrong impression on what or how I did my research!

You didn't make me feel bad/worse at all but I still don't understand the comment. Your comparison using dell building the kits helped but not really.
Heart

Karma,It'll Get You!
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I guess i did get the wrong impression. I wasnt trying to be helpful in a technical sense, just wanted to vent with ya. As far as the "flexible" and all that jazz, i was referring to people in general.

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*Dell Inspiron 9300
- Pentium M 1.60ghz
- 60gb HD (7200prm)
- 256mb Nvidia Go 6800

 

Heart,
I dont know where you live, but with my last "Desktop" I had a scratch on my display that happened during shipping. So I was all set to send it back but then i went to this Computer retailer and their techies said they could fix displays and bill against the warranty and/or return policy. They fixed and it did. Now that wasnt a Dell.
Im not familiar with Dells warranty, I got more reading to do. I dunno if Dell has some repair contracts with outside sources. Im not surprised if they dont since they seem to ask for people to return or
exchange their PCs. Its an idea. Seems to me that since this is something that cant be fixed by logical means so your decision is whether; To return it and get another or dont get another and go somewhere else. Depends on your tolerance i guess. I dont think, in my opinion, your gonna get an answer (in a post) that tells you to fix it through some sort of internal utility. Its a "part/ piece of hardware" that needs to be repaired or replaced. I hope your ordeal gets dealt with soon.

* Now with mine, *XGA+, the default, I get a clear picture, but some images, Like that "Login" image on this site, get blurred with high brightness and Res.....I also have to lower the res 1 notch for gaming. However, i played that "Imperial Glory Demo" yesterday and it was crystal clear.(Its just a pain to have to lower it a notch every time i play a game)

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*Dell Inspiron 9300
- Pentium M 1.60ghz
- 60gb HD (7200prm)
- 256mb Nvidia Go 6800

 

Yea Heart,
I get ya....I really couldnt understand how "Fed up" you were with that option, thats all. Completely understandable. I thought i would just let you know how my display was as well, so that you have some input.Nobody really touched on that part of your questions.

*:edit: I guess i just wanna help ya, wish you had non hardware problem. As you can see, i could offer ya input pretty quick since im a forum addict.

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*Dell Inspiron 9300
- Pentium M 1.60ghz
- 60gb HD (7200prm)
- 256mb Nvidia Go 6800

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by LapDriver

 

Sorry to hear that your laptop came defective. The display should not be unnaturally dark or exhibits weird marks. If you have to put your face against it in order to see, the display is broken. There really isn't any point trying to "fix" it, if it came like that -- it shouldn't. Send it back. Personally I got the 9300 not because it is the "best" or whatever, I got it simply because it's by far the best value with the 35% coupon. Personally, if I got a defective unit, I'd exchange it for another one -- just because the deal was so good. Of course if you didn't pay for it in the first place, maybe can rethink your choices if you feel unsatisfied with what you get, or what you think you will get even if you exchange it.

cheers,

yass

 

Oh, I thought u got it as a gift or something, my bad. heh Anyway regarding displays -- all the laptops I've owned (4, counting this one -- 2 Dells, a Sony, and an Acer), when you unplug the power and the laptop was running strictly on battery, the display would slightly dim a little. Noticable? Yes if you pay attention, but I generally prefer a slightly dimmer screen anyway -- it's easier on the eyes and have better color accuracy. As to what to expect -- your screen should be perfectly legible at the default resolution. You didn't get the WUXGA right? so it should be like 1600x1024 or something similiar? It should be easily legible at 17", because that is what I'm running on my desktop monitor - a 17.3" SGI 1600SW at precisely that resolution.

cheers,

yass

 

Heart -

I am VERY saddened that you weren't happy with the new 9300, not that anyone should have been with the problems you're describing. It sounds like you've tried everything and there's definitely something defective. I can't help you with your screen since I have the TrueLife. I have no problems and I love the screen, but it sounds like the resolution would be an issue with you.

If I were you I would call my "friend" at Dell and let him/her know how disappointed you are, and ask that someone take this on as their personal project to make sure you get a non-defective unit. Not very likely, I'm guessing, but worth a try. I'm in sales and the biggest part of my job is the customer service aspect. Many times, it's not that there's a problem, but how the problem is resolved.

I've tried other notebooks over the years (I buy a new one about every 1.5-2 years) and the ONLY ones I'll buy anymore will be Dells. The other brand names I've bought have been the worst I've ever owned. I've never had an issue with a Dell that wasn't resolved quickly and correctly, but it sounds like I may be in the minority.

Don't give up, but more importantly - don't let it bother you! There are far more important things to worry about than a silly laptop.

 

about the display dimmin' when on battery... on the 9300 that is a BIOS settin' as several ppl said above... my thinkpad's dim but they don't have the same BIOS settings...

Standin' on each other's shoulders makes us all taller... [ ]

 

Hey Heart! Sorry bout all your troubles... and I know you prolly don’t wanna hear from me cause I have the WUXGA 9300, however... just can’t keep my big mouth shut hehe...


First, cause of your horrible experience w/ the tech and havin' the tape and all, I'd say you're in the driver's seat w/ Dell… have them send you a replacement machine immediately... ask for whatever you want/think you need... I'm sendin' mine back and boy did they offer me lots of "deals" to try and make me keep it... after what you’ve been thru I bet they will really try and accommodate ya...


It's a trip to hear of anyone having brightness probs cause mine is sooooo bright @ max brightness it hurts. Plus I like to run at lower levels cause it's easier on the eyes and when I watch tv/dvd's they really jump out at 'cha.


Sorry I don't have an answer for ya, but keep pluggin' away... I don't know if i'm gonna get another 9300 or not... really gonna miss it but just can't stand the pic w/ dvd's... just gonna keep checkin' on deals and see what's offered...


gl & tc precious golden one... and always remember that whatever bad karma you're experiencin' at the moment means you won't have to go thru it again [ ]

oh btw, for the guy switchin' resolutions a lot, if u use nView profiles you can do it in seconds... right clk on desktop>nView>Profile...

Standin' on each other's shoulders makes us all taller [ ][ ][ ]

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by heartofgold
LapDriver,

I'm backing up here a minute. What happens when you only use the battery? I now how much it dims. Can you actually still see everything? Could you surf,play light games, watch a movie ,or simply see the desktop ? This is with the battery not being plugged in!

I had to go back and read your response again. Originally this morning my first response from "Supremelord" got me a bit off track!

I'm always plugged in but I live in Rochester NY in a suburb by the lake. Tons of power outages! I could not keep myself entertained for an hour let alone days without my computer. Usually I find a hotel if it's an ice storm or something that will last a few days or so.(when this happens and it has the last 3 years , I'm lucky if I can find a hotel room).

It would be a big help if you could answer these questions........

I know I wont find an answer to fix my Display on the forum. I was trying to find out more details of what to expect on a working Display, if I chanced exchanging it!

Heart

Karma,It'll Get You!
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Well i havent watched a movie on it with just the battery. However, i have used it a few times on battery and yes the screen dimms, VERY slightly. Ill go as far as to say it dimms 1 notch below my settings.Surfing is clear, games are clear. (any issues i have with gaming, on strictly battery power, i attribute to lack of RAM. I had to opt for the 512 and upgrade later.)When i run out of power there is an immediate standby status...when i reconnect (via power cord) i get a clear , slightly brighter display. I realize some here are very picky about brightness and resolution. The only display issue i have had is that slight leakage/sparkle effect on DvDs. I fly once every 4 months so DvD effects is not a high priority and its not constant.

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*Dell Inspiron 9300
- Pentium M 1.60ghz
- 60gb HD (7200prm)
- 256mb Nvidia Go 6800

 

i'm viewin' this on my 9300 WUXGA set @ 1440x900 and a ThinkPad @ native resolution of 1024x768 and the fonts are MUCH easier to read on the 9300... just wanted ya to know...

Standin' on each other's shoulders makes us all taller [ ]

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by heartofgold

 

Heart,

You didnt get a chance to reinstall the xp and drivers did ya? Not that it matters.......... I found some flaws not relating to the display as well.After many headaches, I think maybe some of those problems stemmed from either the Dell software or the "hidden" partitions.IMO Im sorry to see that your options are so thin. Post if ya decide to wait for another. Good Luck

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*Dell Inspiron 9300
- Pentium M 1.60ghz
- 60gb HD (7200prm)
- 256mb Nvidia Go 6800

 

I'm not sure if it has already been posted here but the 9300 remembers the last setting for battery mode at least (probably both) so people who get a big change may have done that to themselves. You can also set it in the control panel I think (I saw it somewhere). Generally there isn't anything broken with this kind of functionality other than a lack of understanding and possibly documentation of the feature. I forget if you can turn that off or not (the remembering thing)

I9300 2.0ghz 1.0gb ram 100gb disk 256MB NVIDIA 6800 dvd rw UXGA Bluetooth Intel WiFi Media Center

 

My bad,
Ive , obviously, become aware of your situation. I just wasnt aware of your limits to this point. Reinstalling probably wouldn't alleviate your high priority problem, just some of your other flaws. I would do it for free, for ya, if i could.

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*Dell Inspiron 9300
- Pentium M 1.60ghz
- 60gb HD (7200prm)
- 256mb Nvidia Go 6800

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by heartofgold
So on a new 9300 that's working properly there is no problem viewing it unplugged with the normal dimming that ocurrs ? Correct??? <hr height='1' noshade id='quote'></font id='quote'></blockquote id='quote'>

Well obviously... Else that kinda defeats the purpose of having a battery-powered laptop -- if the laptop screen is useless when on battery power! lol I mean, it's obvious a manufacturer's defect if you can't read the screen clearly. Getting that fixed/exchanged/RMAed should solve the issue.

What I don't understand is what's up with all the hysteria? From your description it's obvious that your screen has a problem, so make a phone call or two and it should be taken care of -- did you get the on-site warranty? If so, then so much the faster. Not the first time that someone had problem w/ what he/she received, and I'm sure it won't be the last either.

Were you asking whether a "normal" I9300 screen is readable while on battery power? Well the answer is yes, just like every other laptop out there on the market -- for the past i dunno 30 years since they first introduced laptops. Seems like a rethorical question almost. hehe

cheers,

yass

 

Sorry Heart but this is partialy a repeat of an earlier post but it helps explain my feelin's bout the 9300...

I replaced my original (Phillips) LCD because of the “satin look” and got a Samsung - they look identical EXCEPT that the Samsung has really washed-out, bland colors when viewing a DVD... Got a new one today and yep you guessed it, it's a Sam and looks the same... Now I’m used to the “satin look” and wished I had my original back...

I've now been thru 3 replacements (all Samsung) and all are FINE except for the prob viewin' DVD's...

IF i had the orig lcd, i'd keep my 9300...

The prob setting the resolution is a bug in Windows... the DPI setting DOES NOT WORK CORRECTLY ABOVE 96 DPI... although you can play with it and see what you get... i've tried it and it makes em very large but they look just fine...

Please see the KnowledgeBase article... especially the note under More Information that says "Native support for high-DPI monitors will be included in the next major operating system release from Microsoft." know as Longhorn... And it's a wonderful fix... Uses the graphics card to render fonts... should be ideal...

And from one of my previous posts, how I've gotten very good results w/ XP on 9300...

I've had my 9300 (w/ WUXGA) for a week now and it took me a while to figure out that setting the Windows DPI setting to more than 96 is a losing proposition. I’m a web designer and need to see pages at different resolutions. I've finally figured out a way to have very good results at all resolutions, thanks to many hours of tinkering and reading as many posts as I could find.

- Set your DPI to 96 then click on Dell Quickset>Icons and Toolbars>Normal
- Reboot
- Display Properties>Effects>Clear Type
- Download PowerToys for Windows XP, (http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/downloads/powertoys/xppowertoys.mspx) Install ClearType Tuner PowerToy (mine ended up in Control Panel, wish I could always choose WHERE things are installed), Use it to refine your font settings (I'd suggest you NOT use your native resolution because it's always gonna be ok)
- Right clk on desktop>nView Properties, Use it to set whatever profiles/resolutions/customizations you want available. I have 1024x768 XGA, 1280x800 WXGA, 1440x900 WXGA+, 1680x1050 WSXGA, 1920x1200 WUXGA set up and they all look very nice.

nView makes it quick & easy to switch resolutions in seconds whenever I want. (Bein' a pgmr/analyst & webdesigner it's wonderful!) However sometimes my desktop is left in an odd state but toggling Lock the Taskbar corrects it (Don’t know why, just stumbled on it... even a blind squirrel finds an acorn occasionally... lol)

A good resource for screen size & resolutions is: http://www.qg.fi/screeninformation.html

Good luck to all, hope this helps somebody [ ]

Standing on the shoulders of others makes us all taller...

 

Power/battery settings:

- reboot & press F2, the default settings for A/C and Battery are there

- control panel>power options

- Dell QuickSet>Power mgmt (it's under start>pgms & prolly in ur systray) i think it's the same as power options

and of course FN + Arrow Up/Down


standin' on the shoulders of others makes us all taller...

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by heartofgold

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by heartofgold

 

hold the blue fn key doen (below and to the left of Z) then press the up and down arrows while holding it down. You should see the backlighting of the screen go up and down. I thought I had problems too until I realized that it remembers what was set.

Someplace I found the same thing in the nvidia stuff but I can't seem to find it again.

Is it possible the back light is turned down?

I9300 2.0ghz 1.0gb ram 100gb disk 256MB NVIDIA 6800 dvd rw UXGA Bluetooth Intel WiFi Media Center

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by heartofgold

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by Despotes

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by LapDriver

 

OK! The thread has gone on long enough! Lets stop the thread now! Please no more replies!!! The discussion is over and done with, OK! Honestly, lets drop it. I've gotten more than enough from ALL of you!

Thank you all. Every single one of you!!![ ][ ][ ][ ][ ] I mean that from my heart!

I can't express how it made me feel to have you all helping me!

Words aren't enough.......Actually , this is probably the briefest post I've written.

Thank you!

Heart

Karma,It'll Get You!

 

...and I was just about to reply to your question.

Huuuh.

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by Despotes

 

ok I don't know if it matters anymore but here goes this does not require any programs, reboots or anything and works most anytime after booting

most notebooks have another key which works like shift, alt and ctrl. On this keyboard it is below the Z key and has a blue fn on it. Holding this key down while pressing other keys also marked in blue causes things to happen like

up arrow - brighter
dwn arrow - dim
f3 - toggle wireless on / off
end - looks like mute speakers
page up - louder
page down - lower volume (these don't seem too useful with the front keys

I use the brightness and wifi to save the battery. When I have a hard time reading something I turn it up for a little then back down when I don't need the brightness. It makes the battery last a little longer.

Assuming you are totally sick of Dell which I can understand, once you have a bad experience that can be it. I feel that way about Fords but that is another story. Take a look at the HP ZD8000 series. I almost bought one of those, depending on it's config I think you csn get it into the range you are interested in. It gets hot though and I don't think you would like it on your lap.

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Yes everything helps ! Your first suggestion with some instructions that I kind of knew but with help was easier.

Thank You so much! I'm really felt it was time to end the thread at this point! I've received alot of help highly appreciated!!!

I'm OK! I'll post later about my situation.........

Thanks again,
Heart [][][]

Karma,It'll Get You!
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Hey Heart,
Did you get everything working the way you want it / like it??
I just got word mine shipped today []
Should be here early next week []

Dell 9300 * 2.0ghz sonoma * 1gig ram * 256mg nvidia wuxga * xp media center * dvd dual layer * 80gig 5400 * bluetooth * wireless a/b/g *

 

wow heart of gold ! hey wtf i neva meant to hurt ur feelings us youth speak like that in general so chill Mrs. {Put name here}

sorry whoe'me no hard feelin's

karma pfft ... i'll kick his ass! hehehe[ ]jk

** Dell Inspiron 9300 ... Centrino 2 ghz ... 1 Gig Ram ... 256 Nvidia Geforce 6800 Go ... 100 Gig Hardrive ... 17 inch WUXGA screen with Truelife ... 8 x Dual DVD Burner ... Wifi **

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by oracledba

 

Hi it's heart! We really need to shut down this thread. Nothing more can be said or done! I don't even know how to try and express again how much I appreciate and loved the effort put behind ALL of you're posts........the suggestions,opinions (good or bad),and simple kind words (LapDriver,Special Thanks!).

Thank you ALL from the bottom of my heart!

Heart [ ][^][ ]

Karma,It'll Get You!

 

I know this is kind of a old issue for ya Heart. But i was forum hopping, (like always)and i found this thread. If ya havent read it, here it is; http://notebookforums.com/showthread.php?t=77230

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*Dell Inspiron 9300
- Pentium M 1.60ghz
- 60gb HD (7200prm)
- 256mb Nvidia Go 6800

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by heartofgold

 

Comptor,

Thanks! I wont be. I was stating that they are compared against each other and a considerstion way before I bought the 9300. I would prefer to have more money and not go with either!

I would have been interested in hearing what you found wrong,etc...with it just out of curiousity! I did thank everyone and basically ended the post but if you want to let me in on more of your opinion, I wouldn't mind. It's up to you.

Thanks again,
Heart [ ][ ][ ]

P.S Lapdriver I will look at the link you sent me later. I'm really feeling extemely sick the last few days and more so today! I will thank you in advance!

Heart [ ]

Karma,It'll Get You!

 

Heartofgold,

Have you recieved your replacement 9300 yet?

 

Hey Heart! Hope you're doin' well...

Thought you might be interested in this thread just in case you haven't seen it.

http://notebookforums.com/showthread.php?t=77290

Take care! [ ]

standin' on the shoulders of others makes all of us taller...

 

I know this is oficially a dead topic but .... My vibrance was always off. ON == JUNK.

If you all have that on I can understand why you think the screen is bad. Even a small amount of that turns the screen into junk! I must have lucked out really I didn't play much with anything just uninstalled some of the junk I got with the thing and updated some of the drivers from the dell web site.

The hardest thing was guessing how to setup bluetooth and the pad. Once I found the manual for that all wass well.

I9300 2.0ghz 1.0gb ram 100gb disk 256MB NVIDIA 6800 dvd rw UXGA Bluetooth Intel WiFi Media Center

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by oracledba

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by Tar_Heel_Guy

 

Hey Heart how are you
I did get the yahoo, but I read it on my blackberry while I was out somewhere, only get the first 40k or something LOL
I've been lurking tonight, just very burned out at the moment. Didn't think I wanted to touch a computer again - but there it is, my new 9300 - can't keep my finger off of it
read someones thought that the 9300 should have had white keys, like a mac, that would be kinda cool, I have an ipod and swear by it. neatest little 40gig external drive you can get. also plays in my car, too bad for everyone that has to hear my music LOL
I'll check for that email again ... I only get a few hundred a day --
Hope all goes well w/ Dell w/ you. it will work out the way it is supposed too ...

Best-

Dell 9300 * 2.0ghz sonoma * 1gig ram * 256mg nvidia wuxga * xp media center * dvd dual layer * 80gig 5400 * bluetooth * wireless a/b/g *

 

got my 9300 the other day and finally found the time to reformat the drive and put everything back on.
sent a note to Dell to ship me the CD's I paid for, sent them all my info in the email, only to receive an answer asking me for "the necessary information to process my request" although it was right in the body of the email I sent LOL. I guess Dell uses Seibel for CRM ... sigh ...
I replied with the info because I don't have time to sit on hold, and they said it would ship out to me. They don't quite understand that a restore image does no good if the drive fails - or if I upgrade the drive. At least some other vendors give an image on a DVD, that would have been better - but i don't see how they save money by holding onto the original media. Anyway - it on the way with only a few minutes spent ...
typing on the 9300 now, had it on my lap in the bed last night, the only problem is with peering over the monster screen to see the TV while slouched back in bed -- didn't even get warm - like my D600 is H O T to the touch.
happy again -

Dell 9300 * 2.0ghz sonoma * 1gig ram * 256mg nvidia wuxga * xp media center * dvd dual layer * 80gig 5400 * bluetooth * wireless a/b/g *