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    Is this a good deal from Dell outlet? Seemed almost too good, but still had to get it

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by skreemer7, Dec 1, 2006.

  1. skreemer7

    skreemer7 Newbie

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    Just pulled the trigger on a Dell E1405 Laptop from dell outlet as a scratch and dent.

    Specs:

    Memory     2 GB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHz (2 DIMMs)

    Hard Disk Drive 120 GB SATA Hard Drive (5400 RPM)

    Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5600 (2MB Cache/1.83GHz/667MHz FSB)

    8X DVD +/- RW w/dbl layer write capability

    Intel Pro Wireless 3945
    Internal NIC/56K Modem
    Bluetooth Wireless Card

    14.1 inch WXGA+ Notebook Screen

    9 Cell Primary Battery

    For a total price of $829

    I priced a similar laptop on dell's website and the total came to over $1400. The core2duo, 2gigs of ram, upgraded battery, it all adds up!
     
    skreemer7, Dec 1, 2006
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  2. Gautam

    Gautam election 2008 NBR Reviewer

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    I remember reading other people's comments on scratch and dent - that is really varies, and there is a certain amount of luck. You might get something that has a minor imperfection, or sometimes it looks totaled in a wreck.
     
    Gautam, Dec 2, 2006
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  3. Xonar

    Xonar Notebook Deity

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    mhm, to tell you the truth i would have configured it from dell.com for 150$ more, and you know what you are getting.
     
    Xonar, Dec 2, 2006
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    FormFactor Notebook Consultant

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    You'll probably be all right, that is a really good deal you got. But it can be hit-or-miss.

    I assume you've read Dell's disclaimer about this class of Outlet notebook.
     
    FormFactor, Dec 2, 2006
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    compsavy Notebook Deity

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    if you get one that is really in a bad condition they show you what is acceptable. If something is cracked that is not acceptable and they will send you a replacement
     
    compsavy, Dec 3, 2006
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    Most scratch and dents from the outlet come in pretty good shape. I don't think they will send you a broken laptop
     
    gridtalker, Dec 4, 2006
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  7. skreemer7

    skreemer7 Newbie

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    Really? Care to share how? It was coming out to $1450 when I priced it out, given that was without coupons, but even with a 25% off coupon, that still puts it over 1100.

    Anyways, thanks for the warnings. I dont really care about anything with the laptop as long as it works properly, and in the event it doesnt, im sure I can return it.
     
    skreemer7, Dec 5, 2006
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