I ordered 2 of the following config, one for me and one for my brother (we're both college students):
Selected Features
Processor Intel Pentium-M 1.3GHz
Operating System XP Home Operating System.
Application Software MS Works/Money/Encarta.,
Display 15.4" WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050)
Memory 128MB DDR SDRAM
Graphics Card 32MB ATI Mobility Radeon 9200
Hard Drive 40GB 4200RPM HDD
Primary CD/DVD Drive DVD-CDRW Drive
Communication 802.11b WiFi Wireless LAN
Primary Battery High capacity 8 cell LiION
Scanner None
Warranty Upgrade None
Carrying Case None
All-In-One None
Printer None
Digital Camera None
Printer Cables None
$1196.14 - $100MIR = $1096.14
IMHO, this was the best bang for the buck config. I went to Fry's to check out this laptop, and I came away extremely excited and anxious for mine to ship.
Also, I think the WSXGA screen upgrade is worth every penny. The Fry's demo only had the WXGA option, and while the screen was razor sharp and clear at it's native resolution, it failed the widescreen test of usefulness: I displayed two full page documents side-by-side on screen, and the text was illegible. A WSXGA screen compromises real estate with readability beautifully.
I was impressed by its dimensions; although not as good as a 15" Powerbook, it is still more thin and light than comparable desktop replacement notebooks. The construction was solid; it is a sleek looking unit (not too flashy, but definitely noticable); the keyboard was roomy and had great feedback; I loved the touchpad and loved the scrollpad even more; and the laptop was quite cool to the touch (unlike other demo units). Performance for the 1.3GHz demo unit was peppy with everything I tried.