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ReekingArchvile

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Ok ill be straight and to the point. I need to pick up a lappy in about a week or so.
My main usage for this lappy would be live giging and production purposes, so basically i need a stable lappy, graphic/etc are not really that important i dont intend to game on it.Need a machine which can process fast and has sufficient RAM to handle my audio applications and which does not break down middle of a show :@

Btw the audio applications ill be running are :
Ableton Live/Fruity Loops/ Cubase

I need something stable fair enough, Ive heard a lot about the new HP series, user feedback on the battery would be appreciated which is however going to be connected to a power source always.

My choice-Dell 1525 should do?
any Inspiron user could shed some light!
P.S- Please do not suggest a MacBook/MBP, i know it is teh shit but im looking for an alternative :). Id prefer to keep it under 50k
 
The Inspiron 1525 is a good one. My friend striked a deal for 40k shipped from Dell direct. :)

Has a T5800 processor, 3 gigs of RAM, 250GB HDD, X3100 IGP, 6 cell battery.

For 40k I dont think we could ask for more. :P

Alternately, I would also suggest you to take a look into the Studio 15 series. For 45k, this one has a notch better graphics and a 320GB HDD. Rest of the specs're more or less the same. Pretty much under 50k. I'd prefer this over the 1525. :)

Dont forget to bargain with the Dell reps.
 
+1 to the Dell Studio 15 !!!

Else there's the cheaper Inspiron 1525 that will easily meet your requirements...

I've seen the 1525 in action and it's a pretty good deal !
 
Like I told U, if you want it for really mobile usage, parties etc where you never kno who gets drunk n spills stuff all over :bleh:, ur ONLY option is models from Dell with completecover warranty for complete piece of mind :)
 
Processor Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T8100 (2.1 GHz, 3MB Cache, 800 MHz FSB)

Operating System Genuine Windows Vista(R) Home Basic 32 bit SP1 Edition (English)

Memory 3GB (1X1GB+1X2GB) 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM

Keyboard Internal Dell(TM) 86 Keys Keyboard (English)

Video Card Intel(R) Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3100

Hard Drive 160GB SATA Hard Drive

Floppy Drive No Floppy Drive

Optical Drive Internal 8X DVD+/-RW Combination Drive with dual layer write capabilities

Audio Solution Integrated Stereo Sound

Software Microsoft(R) Works 9.0 (Does Not Include Microsoft(R) Office 2003/2007 Software) (English)

Dell Services: Hardware Maintenance Dell Care Plus

Wireless Network Card Dell(TM) Wireless 1395 802.11g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card

Bluetooth Module Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module

Dell Service: Remark Laptop Batteries Carry One Year Warranty Only From Invoice Date

Dell Service: Remark Dell's Terms and Conditions apply

Batteries 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery

Carrying Cases No Case

Item included in the System Discount is only valid if the corresponding upgraded item is selected above.

Item included in the System Limited time promotional offer only. No further discounts apply.

Item included in the System 65W AC Adapter

Item included in the System Mod Specs Info (India)

Item included in the System 8-in-1 media card reader

Item included in the System Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet

Item included in the System 1 ExpressCard Slot, (DOES NOT SUPPORT PCMCIA CARDS)

Item included in the System Power Cord (INDIA)

Item included in the System Dell(TM) MediaDirect tie w/ OS

Item included in the System Dell(TM) Media Direct

Item included in the System Dell(TM) Support Center

Item included in the System Internal 56K Modem

Item included in the System Regulatory Label

Item included in the System Shipping mod for ROW

Item included in the System Dell(TM) MediaDirect DVD Kit

Item included in the System RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)

Item included in the System Base Assembly (Upsell)

Item included in the System Base Assembly (Modem)

Item included in the System Base Assembly

Item included in the System Dell(TM) Dock Software

Security Software McAfee(R) Security Center(TM) 30 days trial (English)

Remote Control Remote Control Panel

Integrated Webcam Integrated 2.0 mega pixel web cam

Optional Notebook Colour Kits Jet Black Color with Matte Finish

Microsoft OS Labels Genuine Windows Vista(R) Basic Label

Label Options Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo Processor Label

Display 15.4" Widescreen WXGA (1280x800) TFT Display

Freight Charges Inspiron-NB Handling & Insurance Charges /Express Premium

TOTAL Excl. tax and delivery:Rs.52,773.09

Now i have a question regarding picking it up locally, does the Dell Outlet at NP be able to arrange this for me or this is just for online buy?
 
If you can wait, any dealer will be able to arrange it for you ;) + you can bargain with the dealer for a better price (ONLY after u ve tried bargaining with dell reps too so u know realistic price they offer ;))

Dell outlet might not bargain much., So try all 3 options n get whoever is cheapest ;)
 
^^ I agree..now since you don't seem to be too fussy about the incidental benefits like Build, size, screen quality and other intangibles, your selection criteria is essentially dictated by the quality of warranty and support

IMO, Supportwise, Apple>Dell>HP/Compaq >>>> Acer/Sony

Also, complete cover, AFAIK is available only on dell systems

Having said that, portability may be a important factor given your needs so a XPS 1330 may turn out to be a good choice
 
Cool Enough Guys :)

Tho im checking out the Studio also lets c what i pick, Studio is a bit shade over 50 tho.Anyone picked up a Studio Lately?

Point is i just need proccy power and Ram coupled with good warranty
 
ReekingArchvile said:
Cool Enough Guys :)

Tho im checking out the Studio also lets c what i pick, Studio is a bit shade over 50 tho.Anyone picked up a Studio Lately?

Point is i just need proccy power and Ram coupled with good warranty
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Thats a 15" laptop. Wats your requirement on weight/screensize? :)
 
ReekingArchvile said:
Cool Enough Guys :)
Tho im checking out the Studio also lets c what i pick, Studio is a bit shade over 50 tho.Anyone picked up a Studio Lately?

Point is i just need proccy power and Ram coupled with good warranty
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My friend'd picked up a Studio 15 incher recently but with a 160GB hard drive and the rest of the basic specs.

Pretty good. Found it better than the Inspiron 1525, looks-wise and performance-wise.

As already suggested, get a Dell Complete Cover. Peace of mind. :D
 
Picked up this today

Sony - VAIO

after really looking into Dell/HP for a while i must say, the build quality of VAIO just rocks.

HP- I dint get the config i wanted

Dell- almost zeroed on the studio but the real time experience was a dud, i found Dell to be of so bad build quality. No offense to neone :)

With this new VAIO it solves my purpose well and i would recommend it to nebody with a budget of abt 60k
 
OKay, i might have something here for you Sanil.. A friend's friend bought an Inspiron 1525 from the Nehru Place Dell dealer with Linux ( NO windows or charges for that) and with a decent config of 3GB and 250GB HDD.. M not sure about the processor, but he got a really good deal from the NP dealer and got the discounts too, which are a product of bargaining. He got the laptop hand to hand at that dealer, without much wait time. A good deal and almost immediate delivery with some customization options which are not available online are there at these Dell stores ( Like no windows and some other things).. And this was about 4 days back, so you might be lucky to strike a good deal too!

EDIT: Oops, ddnt see your post about the Vaio.. anyway, congratz!
 
sinist3r said:
OKay, i might have something here for you Sanil.. A friend's friend bought an Inspiron 1525 from the Nehru Place Dell dealer with Linux ( NO windows or charges for that) and with a decent config of 3GB and 250GB HDD.. M not sure about the processor, but he got a really good deal from the NP dealer and got the discounts too, which are a product of bargaining. He got the laptop hand to hand at that dealer, without much wait time. A good deal and almost immediate delivery with some customization options which are not available online are there at these Dell stores ( Like no windows and some other things).. And this was about 4 days back, so you might be lucky to strike a good deal too!

EDIT: Oops, ddnt see your post about the Vaio.. anyway, congratz!
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errr...you can get the without OS options by calling the dell reps ;) + customization as well. + usually prices lower than market ;)
 
TOTAL Excl. tax and delivery:Rs.52,773.09

Now i have a question regarding picking it up locally, does the Dell Outlet at NP be able to arrange this for me or this is just for online buy?
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Actually he had asked about the Dell NP outlet, dats y i told him about that deal..
 
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