Laptops

DeltaSigStan · #1 08-04-2002, 05:46 PM

I'm pretty set on getting a laptop. Can I get some pros and cons and some suggestions on which one I should get?

queequek · #2 08-04-2002, 06:58 PM

Mine is Dell Latitude, and supposedly to be the best laptop out there (according to Iowa State College of Design!). So far, I never have problem with my unit.

PotentialPledge · #3 08-04-2002, 07:51 PM

I have the Dell Inspiron 4000, I like it. I need to increase the hard drive I only have 10GB. I lost one of my alt keys, doesn anyone know how you can replace it, or where to buy an alt key for a dell laptop.

Kevin · #4 08-04-2002, 07:54 PM

Pro - easy to pack when you move...

Con - easy to steal

KSig RC · #5 08-04-2002, 08:25 PM

I have a Sony VAIO - I love it, never had any problems. Sony laptops are very solid, I'd say look at Dell as well - when I used to sell them, these are the two brands who had the fewest problems and best reputations. Also, Sager makes great laptops, but they're smaller and decidedly business-oriented.

DO NOT buy ANYTHING that says Compaq on it - also stay away from HP computers (although for peripherals, go for it).

AlphaGam1019 · #6 08-04-2002, 09:31 PM

I got my laptop last week-- it's great. It's a Dell Inspiron 8200. I also have a Toshiba laptop...I'd suggest staying away from those cause they typically have problems with their screens...(as I had the misfortune of experiencing)

josh8o · #7 08-05-2002, 04:27 AM

get one!!!
i have a dell inspiron 4000 and i love it.
i wish i could get another new one 'cause my friend just got the 8200 and it kicks ass!!
dell is the best.

cleopatrajones · #8 08-05-2002, 02:40 PM

Quote:

I also have a Toshiba laptop...I'd suggest staying away from those cause they typically have problems with their screens...(as I had the misfortune of experiencing)

AlphaGam1019,
I've had a Toshiba for 3 years and I have not had one problem with the laptop, let alone the screen. What problems do Toshiba's typically have?

Steeltrap · #9 08-05-2002, 02:43 PM

How much are Dell laptops costing these days? A while ago, I saw these commercials that were advertising a certain type of laptop for around $900.

kddani · #10 08-05-2002, 03:24 PM

Check out refurbished laptops from the manufacturers if you're on a budget.
I have a perfectly good Micron desktop with all the fun bells and whistles, but I last week purchased a laptop- really wanted to have one for law school. I bought a refurbished Dell Inspiron 2600 1.2 gHz, 20 gig harddrive, etc. for about $947... you can get the full warranty with refurbished and it saves you some money.
Hasn't been delivered yet, but when it is i'll post how i like it