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    *Dell 1420 Owners Lounge*

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Onimun, Jul 7, 2007.

  1. SouthBerm

    SouthBerm Notebook Enthusiast

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    MY SPECS
    Inspiron 1420 Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7500 (2.2GHz/800Mhz FSB/4MB cache)

    System Color Midnight Blue
    Memory FREE! 2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz

    LCD Panel High Resolution, glossy widescreen 14.1 inch display (1440x900)

    Video Card 128MB NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 8400M GS

    Hard Drive Speed: 160GB SATA Hard Drive (7200RPM)

    Operation System Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium Edition

    Integrated NIC and Modem Integrated 10/100 Network Card and Modem

    Optical Drive CD / DVD writer (DVD+/-RW Drive)

    Sound Card Integrated Sound Blaster® Audigy™HD Software Edition

    Wireless Networking Cards Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card

    Camera Integrated 2.0 Megapixel Webcam

    Anti-Virus/ Security suite (pre-install) I chose Security with Value, Plus,or Premium Warranty Bundle

    Battery Options 6-cell Primary Battery and 9-cell additional Lithium Ion Battery

    Limited Warranty, Services and Support Options:
    DellCare Plus

    Bluetooth Options Built-in Bluetooth capability (2.0 EDR)
    Dell Bluetooth Travel Mouse


    EPP/FSS customers receive an additional 15% off Inspiron and Dimension systems priced $899 and above! - $335.10

    Save $200 off Inspiron notebooks priced $999 and above! - $200.00

    Dell EPP/FSS Customers: Select PC-Care Plus Bundle and get 7% discount off your total system order. Discount appears at checkout once payment method is chosen. - $118.92


    15.4 Jet/Cabernet Belkin Sling $55.00 1 $55.00
    Dell EPP/FSS Customers: Save 15% off select Notebook carrying cases! - $8.25

    Notebook Docking Station SD100 (5 USB, 1 Ethernet) $59.00 1 $59.00
    EPP/FSS customers receive $15 off E&A products priced $200 and above! - $15.00

    ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS AND COUPONS


    Dell program members receive 12% off systems priced $1600 and up with 3/4 yr At-Home service. Congratulations, you are receiving the maximum member discount. - $200.49

    Subtotal: $1,470.24
    Shipping and Handling: $24.98

    Shipping Discount: -$19.99

    Tax Total: $127.30
    Total: $1,602.53
     
  2. SDYanksFan

    SDYanksFan Notebook Guru

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    Are you telling me you can stack the $200 education coupon with the 12% and $217 off?

    EDIT: Wait, how did you get 15%? Which site did you go through?
     
  3. Jiffy

    Jiffy Newbie

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    Why are so many ordering a 6-cell and a 9-cell battery?
     
  4. MSLaptop84

    MSLaptop84 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Because it's only 30 dollars more than just buying the 9-cell. If you buy a 6-cell alone it is over 3X that cost. It only makes sense. I also figure that for most daily purposes, I won't need the extra 3 cells and I will like the look of the 1420 with the 6 cell that doesnt' hang over the edge...
     
  5. Jiffy

    Jiffy Newbie

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    I see your point. I think I may have to update my order!


    Thanks for the response.
     
  6. borntwice777

    borntwice777 Newbie

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    Here is my config:


    Order Detail


    Item Description Unit Price Quantity Total Price
    Inspiron 1420
    Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T5250 (1.5GHz/667Mhz FSB/2MB cache), Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium Edition $1,108.00 1 $1,108.00
    Inspiron 1420 Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T5250 (1.5GHz/667Mhz FSB/2MB cache)
    [223-0963]
    System Color Midnight Blue
    [320-5528]
    Memory FREE! 2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
    [466-8371]
    LCD Panel Anti-glare, widescreen 14.1 inch display (1280x800)
    [320-5497]
    Video Card Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
    [320-5495]
    Hard Drive FREE! 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
    [466-8376]
    Operation System Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium Edition
    [310-9171]
    [420-5769]
    [420-5924]
    [420-6436]
    [420-6556]
    [420-6995]
    [420-7076]
    [420-7244]
    [463-2282]
    Integrated NIC and Modem Integrated 10/100 Network Card and Modem
    [430-0493]
    Adobe Software Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 7.0
    [412-0917]
    Optical Drive CD / DVD writer (DVD+/-RW Drive)
    [313-5277]
    [420-6464]
    Sound Card High Definition Audio 2.0
    [313-4783]
    Wireless Networking Cards Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
    [430-2337]
    Camera Integrated 2.0 Megapixel Webcam
    [320-5522]
    [412-0968]
    Misc Productivity Software Microsoft Works 8. DOES NOT INCLUDE MS WORD
    [412-0915]
    Anti-Virus/ Security suite (pre-install) No security subscription (McAfee 30-day trial)
    [420-6594]
    Battery Options 85Whr Lithium Ion Battery (9 cell)
    [312-0540]
    Limited Warranty, Services and Support Options 1 Yr In-Home Service, Parts + Labor - Next Business Day
    [412-0360]
    [950-3337]
    [960-2780]
    [983-3160]
    [987-5387]
    [987-8129]
    Dial-Up Internet Access 6 Months EarthLink Internet Access Included
    [412-0933]
    [412-0934]
    [412-0935]
    Miscellaneous Inspiron 1420
    [466-8288]
    Bluetooth Options Built-in Bluetooth capability (2.0 EDR)
    [430-2348]
    Digital Imaging No Entertainment software pre-installed
    [466-3921]
    Datasafe Free 3 GB Online Backup for 1Yr
    [420-7091]
    [420-7092]
    [987-4817]
    Processor Branding Intel Centrino Core Duo Processor
    [310-9348]
    Labels Windows Vista™ Premium
    [310-8628]

    Save $289 off this Inspiron 1420 system! - $289.00
    Save $200 off Inspiron notebooks priced $999 and above! - $200.00

    ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS AND COUPONS
    ************************************** - $12.38
    Subtotal: $606.62
    Shipping and Handling: $19.99
    Shipping Discount: -$19.99
    Sales Tax: $0.00
    Total: $606.62
     
  7. CaptainObviousXL

    CaptainObviousXL Notebook Guru

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    yay i am in the testing phase!!! how long does it take through the testing phase?
     
  8. phobos512

    phobos512 Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    I ordered on 7/6 (Friday) at around 5pm PDT. Sunday was the first time I called the automated phone number and at that time I was "In Production" in the "Build Stage". I called Monday morning and was into the "Testing Stage". Finally called Monday afternoon and was into "Boxing Stage", which is apparently the longest because it involves getting the laptop from the OEM to Dell. After that it becomes "Shipped" from Dell to the end-user.
     
  9. blomster

    blomster Notebook Enthusiast

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    I see lots of orders here. Has anyone actually received a 1420 yet?
     
  10. CaptainObviousXL

    CaptainObviousXL Notebook Guru

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    yeah i just called back and they said it was in the boxing stage. I was quite surprised really, because i just called last night and it was still in the building stage! I might try and call dell and try to get them to give me free shipping like a lot of other people have done.
     
  11. mx7

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    How can I find out if I get a remote with my 1420? I don't remember seeing the option for a remote while ordering.
     
  12. kgeier82

    kgeier82 Notebook Deity

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    you dont get one if your in the US. you have to call and order it, i think its liike 50$ too. Canadians get it freee if they call up
     
  13. Auror

    Auror Notebook Guru

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    How'd you get these $289 and $200 savings to stock up? Is the $200 one a student discount? I've configured my 1420 exceeding $999 and the $200 discount doesn't work :/
    I try to order through Dell HOME - is that the right section of Dells website to use an educational discount?
     
  14. skydestinies

    skydestinies Notebook Enthusiast

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    They stacked for me last night when I ordered (that was like 3am PST. I'm a night owl)
    But it looks like Dell changed it so the coupons no longer stack.
     
  15. phobos512

    phobos512 Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    Does anyone have one of these actually shipped yet? Mine's in boxing, has been so it should be shipping to me soon. Just curious...
     
  16. CaptainObviousXL

    CaptainObviousXL Notebook Guru

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    i think some may have their hands on it already, because there is a person in the forums that got theirs lost because of dhl
     
  17. Rowen

    Rowen Notebook Consultant

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    Any new word on getting the remote included on the 1420's? Interesting to note that in the CNET review of this particular laptop, I believe the reviewer stated that the remote comes standard and fits perfectly in the Express Card slot.

    Hey, if some were getting it free, I want one too.
     
  18. MSLaptop84

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    i was told by the dell rep the second time i called that i should just wiat to see if it comes or not
     
  19. MSLaptop84

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    i was told by the dell rep the second time i called that i should just wiat to see if it comes or not... no one really seems to know.

    was the cnet reviewer from the states?
     
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    Rowen Notebook Consultant

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    thant Newbie

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    I see all of these amazing setups for such low prices, but I can't seem to get my price any lower. Is this price ok for the setup (take note that I am getting the 3 yr. warranty/ complete care options)?
    Inspiron 1420
    Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7300 (2.0GHz/800Mhz FSB/4MB cache), Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium Edition Unit Price $1,831.00
    Dell EPP/FSS Customers: Save $217 off select Inspiron 1420 systems!
    Limited Time Offer!
    - $217.00
    Catalog Number:
    Module Description Show Details
    Inspiron 1420 Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7300 (2.0GHz/800Mhz FSB/4MB cache)
    Operation System Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium Edition
    System Color Espresso Brown
    Memory FREE! 2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
    LCD Panel High Resolution, glossy widescreen 14.1 inch display (1440x900)
    Video Card 128MB NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 8400M GS
    Hard Drive FREE! 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
    Integrated NIC and Modem Integrated 10/100 Network Card and Modem
    Adobe Software Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 7.0
    Optical Drive CD / DVD writer (DVD+/-RW Drive)
    Sound Card High Definition Audio 2.0
    Wireless Networking Cards Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
    Camera Integrated 2.0 Megapixel Webcam
    Misc Productivity Software No Productivity software pre-installed
    Anti-Virus/ Security suite (pre-install) McAfee SecurityCenter with anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, 15-months
    Battery Options 6-cell Primary Battery and 9-cell additional Lithium Ion Battery
    Limited Warranty, Services and Support Options 3 Yr In-Home Service, Parts + Labor - Next Business Day
    CompleteCare Accidental Damage Service Add Accidental Damage and LoJack Theft Protection to 3Yr Warr.
    Dial-Up Internet Access No ISP requested
    Bluetooth Options Built-in Bluetooth capability (2.0 EDR)
    Environmental Options Free Recycling Kit
    Processor Branding Intel Centrino Core Duo Processor
    Labels Windows Vista™ Premium
    TOTAL:$1,614.00
    Additional Discounts and Coupons
    12% off systems priced $1600 and up with 3/4 yr At-Home service. - $193.68

    Thank you for taking advantage of your member purchase plan!


    Free Ground Shipping on Select Inspiron Systems!

    Limited Time Only!



    Total Price
    Sub-total $1,420.32
    Shipping & Handling $19.99
    Shipping & Handling Discount -$19.99
    Tax $117.19
    Total Price1 $1,537.51
     
  22. phobos512

    phobos512 Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    thant - probably the best deal you're going to find now. Keep in mind though that the EPP stuff isn't *always* the best deal.

    MY LAPTOP HAS SHIPPED!!
     
  23. ewh88

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    try going to dellunleashed.com and then go to the gift registry and find the 100 dollar coupon for students on top of epp discount. online it will only ring out as 50 but call the 800 number up and tell them you want the full 100. if you sign up for the dell credit card account they should also take off at least 50 dollars.
     
  24. thant

    thant Newbie

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    With the additional $50 off (I haven't called Dell yet) my setup actually ends up under $1600, resulting in only 8% off as opposed to 12% off. So the coupon makes it more expensive. I suppose that I could bump it back up to >$1600 by upgrading the hard drive.

    Edit - With the 7200 RPM hard drive and the 50$ off, the price is back to $1420
     
  25. phobos512

    phobos512 Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    Well I just now checked my order status and my laptop sleeve and Lojack thing for the Complete Care have both shipped. So I got the tracking numbers and they're already in Riverside! And then I checked my laptop tracking number and it is in Riverside also!!

    So that means it's all going to come tomorrow!!!!!!!!! I can't hardly wait!!!

    And unlike some other people when I get mine there will be a BARRAGE of pictures. :)
     
  26. alulabear

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    hahah i think you're talking about me. DHL attempted to deliver on July 10th, a little before 11am. Unfortunately their tracking system is not like UPS or FedEx's where it tells you what day they will deliver it on. Because on the night of July 9th/2-3am of July 10th, I was trying to figure out when they would deliver it so I could be there. But their system didn't even give a date. Lo and behold, they were delivering it the same day.

    I ordered mine on June 28th. The expected ship date was July 20th. But they were way ahead of schedule.

    [​IMG]
     
  27. phobos512

    phobos512 Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    So I take it you haven't yet figured out what happened to your laptop? That is majorly messed up.
     
  28. alulabear

    alulabear Notebook Geek

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    I figured out what happened, kinda. DHL (customer service) claims the Oakland DHL facility has it and is holding onto it. So I'm gonna pick it up tomorrow. Just wondering why they never updated the tracking. Guess it's too much of a hassle for them to go back and fix it.

    But yes, I've been wanting to see pictures too!! 1520 pics are up already, but no one seems to be posting any of the 1420! My camera's all ready to go too. :D
     
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    ahhh im still in boxing hopefully it will ship tommorrow, what color did you guys get
     
  30. CaptainObviousXL

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    phobos512 did you pay for one day shipping, or did they give it to you for free? Did you receive an email or anything about it? Just curious because mine is gonna ship tomorrow probably.

    jkim when did you go into boxing?
     
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    im not sure exactly when I went into boxing, but I have been in boxing since july 10th.
     
  32. CaptainObviousXL

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    me too, hopefully both our orders ship tomorrow
     
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    Does anyone know of any Dell discounts Available for students in Australia? It seems all the Dell coupons are for the Americans only :(
     
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    are there really backorder problems for 9 cell batteries?
     
  35. agent.felixla

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    Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T5250 (1.5GHz/667Mhz FSB/2MB cache)
    System Color Jet Black
    Memory FREE! 2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
    LCD Panel Anti-glare, widescreen 14.1 inch display (1280x800)
    Video Card 128MB NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 8400M GS
    Hard Drive FREE! 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
    Operation System Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium Edition
    Optical Drive CD / DVD writer (DVD+/-RW Drive)
    Sound Card Integrated Sound Blaster® Audigy™HD Software Edition
    Wireless Networking Cards Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
    Camera Integrated 2.0 Megapixel Webcam
    Battery Options 9-cell Primary Battery and 9-cell additional Lithium Ion
    Bluetooth Options Built-in Bluetooth capability (2.0 EDR)

    981.95 Shipped
    I'm thinking I should have gone for a better CPU but meh, I'm basically using it for word and WoW. But all in all I'm pretty happy, its less than what I wanted to spend and has the two 9 cell batteries.
     
  36. DMAK02

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    1520 FTW

    1520 > 1420

    Our 1520 lounge > Your 1420 lounge!
     
  37. skydestinies

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    Inspiron 1420
    Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7300 (2.0GHz/800Mhz FSB/4MB cache)
    System Color Midnight Blue
    Memory FREE! 2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
    High Resolution, glossy widescreen 14.1 inch display (1440x900)
    128MB NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 8400M GS
    160GB SATA Hard Drive (7200RPM)
    Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium Edition
    Integrated 10/100 Network Card and Modem
    CD / DVD writer (DVD+/-RW Drive)
    Integrated Sound Blaster® Audigy™HD Software Edition
    Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
    Integrated 2.0 Megapixel Webcam
    85Whr Lithium Ion Battery (9 cell)
    Limited Warranty, Services and Support Options 1 Yr In-Home Service, Parts + Labor - Next Business Day
    CompleteCare Accidental Damage Service Add Accidental Damage and LoJack Theft Protection to 1Yr Warr.
    Built-in Bluetooth capability (2.0 EDR)

    Total: $1,164.25

    Order Date: 7/10/2007
    Estimated ship date: 08/13/2007

    Got this when the 200 EEP coupon still stacked with the ~200 off sale.

    I cancelled my previous order (which came to around 1100) to get this config because it has completecare.
     
  38. phobos512

    phobos512 Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    Didn't pay for it, didn't get it. I used the free shipping and that is how my tracking numbers are marked.

    HOWEVER, the laptop itself says it "shipped" from Sparks, Nevada, 343 mi away, while my laptop sleeve says it "shipped" from Fontana, CA (~120 mi away) and my LoJack kit from City of Industry (also ~120 mi away). I should note also that the shipping information for the laptop was received by the shipper at midnight yesterday meaning that they might have had it for the first shipment out of the day from that facility to SoCal.

    The laptop and laptop sleeve both got to the DHL Riverside sorting facility at about 930pm yesterday according to the tracking. The LoJack kit arrived there just after midnight.

    Now, the sleeve and the LoJack kit both list today as the delivery date, while the laptop lists tomorrow, which I find odd. However, the DHL driver for my town, since we are so remote, is a guy who drives a minivan up here once daily (in other words it's not a huge corporate operation with 5 billion DHL trucks and guys in little red and yellow suits running around) so my hope is that he'll grab my laptop also and they'll all show up today. But if the laptop doesn't show up until tomorrow that's OK too because I wasn't expecting to get the thing until 23-25 Jul anyway! :)

    EDIT
    And funnily enough I just now a few minutes ago got my "Your order has shipped" emails from Dell.
     
  39. SteveO3913

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    SYSTEM COLOR Jet Black
    PROCESSOR Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7300 (2.0GHz/800Mhz FSB/4MB cache)
    OPERATING SYSTEM Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Premium Edition
    DISPLAY High Resolution, glossy widescreen 14.1 inch display (1440x900)
    VIDEO CARD 128MB NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 8400M GS
    MEMORY FREE! 2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
    HARD DRIVE Speed: 160GB SATA Hard Drive (7200RPM)
    OPTICAL DRIVE CD / DVD writer (DVD+/-RW Drive)
    WIRELESS NETWORKING Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
    BLUETOOTH OPTIONS Built-in Bluetooth capability (2.0 EDR)
    INTEGRATED WEBCAM Integrated 2.0 Megapixel Webcam
    BATTERY OPTIONS 85Whr Lithium Ion Battery (9 cell)
    SOUND OPTIONS Integrated Sound Blaster® Audigy™HD Software Edition
    WARRANTY AND SERVICE 3 Yr In-Home Service, Parts + Labor - Next Business Day
    ACCIDENT AND THEFT PROTECTION Add Accidental Damage and LoJack Theft Protection to 3Yr Warr.

    Sub-total $1,569.00
    Shipping & Handling $19.99
    Shipping & Handling Discount -$19.99
    Tax $109.83
    Total Price: $1,678.83

    About to order, think this is a fair price?
     
  40. thant

    thant Newbie

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    Steve - your specs are almost identical to what I ordered lat night, but I lowered my price after discounts and coupons to $1420 without tax. I see you're getting the 3 yr warranty. Did you select the option to "double your savings" with a 3 year warranty? If so, you should be receiving a 12% discount since your system should be over $1600 before tax. Also, if you aren't eligible for any student discounts, I think you might be able to get it for less at the Dell Home subset. If you are, then it is cheaper through the Dell university section after all the coupons.
     
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    white-pixel Newbie

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    Sooo this is the configuration I ordered this morning with upgrades in bold:

    Inspiron 1420
    Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7300 ( 2.0GHz/800Mhz FSB/4MB cache)
    Spring Green
    FREE! 2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
    High Resolution, glossy widescreen 14.1 inch display ( 1440x900)
    128MB NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 8400M GS
    160GB SATA Hard Drive ( 7200RPM)
    Windows Vista™ Home Premium Edition
    CD / DVD writer (DVD+/-RW Drive)
    Integrated Sound Blaster® Audigy™HD Software Edition
    Dell Wireless 1390 802.11g Mini-Card
    No Camera
    No Productivity software pre-installed
    Norton Internet Security 2007: antivirus, antispyware, firewall, 15-month
    85Whr Lithium Ion Battery (9 cell)

    TOTAL: $1,117.00 (free shipping, price not including tax)

    I used today's $300 off coupon: G01JG242730SDT
    Also, I started the configuration process from the base, stripped down model and that seemed to be even cheaper.

    Alas, there's an expected ship date of 8/15/2007. Bummer. So will I likely have to wait over a month for my new baby to arrive? Say it ain't so! I'd love to hear anyone else's experiences with a long backorder time. Didja get it sooner? My fingers are crossed....

    Cheers,
    Heather
     
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    Kage- Notebook Enthusiast

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    I ordered my 1420 with very similar specs (blue instead of green and no audigy sound card software) on 6/29 and they gave me an estimated ship date of 8/03. However, as of 7/10 it has been in the boxing stage so I'm hoping I'll get it shipped pretty soon. *Crosses fingers*
     
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    Rowen Notebook Consultant

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    If they allow you to modify your order, you could save more money by dropping the Integrated Sound Blaster® Audigy™HD Software Edition. This is the same integrated sound card but with a software upgrade. I'm not entirely sure about this, but as it is a purely software matter, I would tend to believe you could find this as a download somewhere.

    Also, what is your warranty on this system?
     
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    jkim Notebook Consultant NBR Reviewer

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    it is indeed a software upgrade - DO NOT GET IT its a POS in all regards. i don't even know why one would want to "download" the software
     
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    mcchea Notebook Consultant

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    Dell Inspiron 1420
    • Intel Core 2 Duo T7300, 2.0GHz, 800Mhz 4M L2 Cache
    • 2GB, DDR2, 667MHz 2 Dimm
    • 14.1 inch Wide Screen WXGA+ TL LCD for Inspiron 1420
    • NVIDIA GeForce TM Go 8400M GS with 128MB dedicated graphic memory
    • 160G 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
    • Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition, English
    • 8X DVD+/-RW Dual Layer Drive for Inspiron
    • Integrated High Definition Audio 2.0
    • Intel 4965AGN Wireless-N Mini Card
    • Integrated 2.0 mega pixel web cam
    • 56 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery, for Inspiron 1420
    • 85 WHr 9-cell Lithium Ion Additional Battery, for Inspiron 1420
    • Dell Wirless 355 Bluetooth Mod
    • Network Associates McAfee 8.0 English, 3-Year Subscription
    • 3 Year Limited Warranty
    • Bundle LoJack Theft Recovery Service - 3 Year
    Ordered - 6/29
    Build - 6/29
    Testing - 7/10 @ noon
    Boxing - 7/11 @ ~ midnight
    Transit to carrier - 7/12 @ noon
    Shipped via FedEx Express (next business day) - 7/12 @ ~ 1:30 P.M.
    Estimated delivery - Jul 13, 2007 by 3:00 PM (from tracker)

    Lots of pictures and full review to come!
     
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    white-pixel Newbie

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    Thanks for the tip regarding the Soundblaster Audigy upgrade -- I had no idea it was only software.

    I called Dell and asked to change my configuration. They said they could only cancel the order then resubmit it minus the SB Audigy upgrade. I said no thanks and kept the order active for the time being.

    I forgot to mention, I also placed my original order through a link on FatWallet.com to get an extra 3% cash back -- about $33. Reordering over the phone would have voided my FatWallet rebate, so I went back online to start over. Again, I logged into FatWallet, followed the 3% Dell cash back link, then began a second order.

    I'm glad I went back to reconfigure because I was able to drop the price from $1,117 to $1,038!! I used the same coupon and same configuration, just without the SB Audigy (-$25), instead I opted for the better wireless card (+$25) and also noticed I could skip Norton Antivirus and save -$79 (cheaper on Buy.com, etc).

    After the second order was placed online via FatWallet, I then called Dell to cancel the first. A little bit of a hassle -- first call was to India talking to someone about why I wanted to cancel and confirming all numbers, info, address, etc. Then of course India can't actually cancel the order, so I was transferred to the US and repeated all information over again to cancel. Positively stupid...

    But hey, I saved some more money so thanks again for the tip!!

    Cheers,
    H
     
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    kgeier82 Notebook Deity

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    you could save yourself some grief in the end, and just SKIP norton :)

    damn i forgot about fatwallet this time round!
     
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    Rowen Notebook Consultant

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    I was just checking up on the EPP site to see how prices were running now and it seems that things have come down a bit. I could be wrong about this though. I purchased my system without Complete Care and just the 120GB HDD (I guess before the 160GB was offered for free), but now it seems that with those options it wouldn't come out to much more. I don't have another one of those $200 student coupons, so I can't determine if they are still stacking with all the other EPP discounts.

    My biggest issue with all this is that my Est. Ship date is Aug 9 and I simply don't foresee it coming much before then. I can be patient but many others have already received theirs/about to receive with similar specs and ordered around the same time. Mine was ordered July 6. And now of course there's the Vostro line which many claim to be getting great deals on and closer ship dates.
     
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    SteveO3913 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Just ordered mine:


    Inspiron 1420
    Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7300 (2.0GHz/800Mhz FSB/4MB cache),
    Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Basic Edition
    System Color Jet Black
    Memory FREE! 2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
    LCD Panel High Resolution, glossy widescreen 14.1 inch display (1440x900)
    Video Card 128MB NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 8400M GS
    Hard Drive Speed: 160GB SATA Hard Drive (7200RPM)
    Integrated NIC and Modem Integrated 10/100 Network Card and Modem
    Adobe Software Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 7.0
    Optical Drive CD / DVD writer (DVD+/-RW Drive)
    Sound Card High Definition Audio 2.0
    Wireless Networking Cards Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
    Camera No Camera
    Misc Productivity Software No Productivity software pre-installed
    Anti-Virus/ Security suite (pre-install) I chose Security with Value, Plus,or
    Battery Options 85Whr Lithium Ion Battery (9 cell)
    Limited Warranty, Services and Support Options DellCare Premium
    Bluetooth Options Built-in Bluetooth capability (2.0 EDR)
    Environmental Options Support Reforestation: Plant a Tree for Me
    Digital Imaging Yahoo! Music Jukebox - Music Player

    FREE 2GB upgrade: Value of $150! - $0.00

    Save $300 on select Inspiron notebook purchases of $1399 or more (before tax, fees, shipping & handling) - $300.00

    Select DellCare Premium and get 10% discount off your total system order on select Notebooks and Desktops. - $168.20

    Jet/Cabernet Belkin Laptop Sleeve $30.00 1 $30.00

    Subtotal: $1,543.80

    Expected ship date: 08/16.

    I start school Aug 20th, so hopefully I'll get it ahead of schedule.
     
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