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Dell Dual-Core i5 Notebook

Dell Dual-Core i5 Notebook for $779.99 + $5.00 shipping

Apr 10, 2012 3:11 PM

Second-generation Intel Core i5-2520M 2.5GHz processor with TurboBoost Technology delivers extra performance when you need it and increased energy efficiency when you don’t

256GB Solid State Drive Flash Module has no moving parts, resulting in a quiet, cool, rugged storage solution

The 14” anti-glare LED display and 1600 x 900 resolution showcases movies and games in stunning clarity

4GB DDR3 SDRAM for multitasking power, expandable to 8GB

Windows 7 Professional simplifies everyday tasks with an improved taskbar, desktop enhancements, better device management and full-screen previews

Connect to a broadband modem or router with wired Ethernet, or wirelessly connect to a Wi-Fi signal or hotspot with the built in 802.11b/g/n wireless connection

Business-rugged laptop stylishly armored top to bottom with hard-wearing and MIL-STD 810G tested Tri-Metal™ casing, powder-coated base and spill resistant keyboard

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brutherford brutherford

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256GB Solid State Drive alone is worth $300 in some stores..

rom rom
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I thought Gen 2 i5 processors were quad core

homiejome homiejome
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@homiejome: Only on desktops.

namorama namorama
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Does this one have the docking port on the bottom? Maybe I'm just tired, but can't find this bit of info.

smawley smawley
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@smawley: It'll take the Dell E-series docking stations.

namorama namorama
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WHy does it look so 5-years-ago?

primegrop primegrop
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I have the E6520 (the 15.6" version of this chassis) for work, and it's really solid and durable. It's huge and weighs a ton, but it's solid.

I'm not a fan of the trackpad, though. There's no support for scrolling or any sort of multi-touch (like tapping with two fingers to go "back" on a webpage). Maybe there are add-ons that can add this functionality, but as I normally use an external mouse, I haven't bothered to find out.

kingofbrits kingofbrits
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Previous Woot:

http://www.woot.com/Forums/ViewPost.aspx?PostID=4934232

3eyore 3eyore
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Now that I pulled the trigger (I didn't on 3/30): this is at least $300 below what Dell sells this config to State Governments or Schools. Lacks 5Ghz Wifi (board can be swapped out), Bluetooth (another $30-ish add-on), back-lit keyboard. Ram is super cheap from Crucial et al these days ($22 for a second 4GB stick).
I'm guessing no accident coverage (was called Dell Complete Care, now referred to as Dell Pro Support). Complete care used to break out as a $100-200 item if you are not an institutional buyer (they get it on every configuration). Still, a business-ugly but solidly reliable workhorse at a very nice price.

n0cfchris n0cfchris
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Very tempted to snag this, as I'm in the market for my first laptop. The SSD might put me over the edge, though the lack of USB 3.0 support kinda sucks.

randymilleriii randymilleriii
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to someone who knows graphics cards well: how good is the integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Up to 1696MB)? Would it be able to play Starcraft 2 and DotA 2 on low graphics settings?

also sad that there is no USB 3.0

bluekirbypwns bluekirbypwns
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@bluekirbypwns: Look in the "Game Benchmarks" section: http://www.notebookcheck.net/Intel-HD-Graphics-3000.37948.0.html

It looks like it'll handle SC2 on low settings. DOTA2 isn't listed.

khellendros1984 khellendros1984
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Jumped on this late last night...the SSD and especially the warranty / build quality sold me on it, as I have a toddler in the house. According to several users in the "Previous Woot" thread, the maximum RAM is 16GB and not 8GB. Can anyone verify this?

Also, can I buy a USB 3.0 card separately and swap it out, or am I stuck with 2.0? It's not a huge deal but would help with my pre-existing backup drive conversion from the old desktop. If so, any leads on reliable cards?

randymilleriii randymilleriii

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