Long dead - Dual-core Compaq notebook $499.99 + shipping. No rebates.

[allisolm]

edit: sorry. Another dead deal bumped back to life.

Compaq with Dual-core Processor T2060 $499.99 plus shipping ($40 or so) at Office Depot 2/11-2/17 while supplies last. No rebates.

Compaq Presario V6000T
1024MB memory
80GB drive
double layer DVD/CD burner
Vista Home Basic
integrated wireless
15.4" widescreen
Configuration code for ordering 01262007
Have to order in-store

 

[Running]

hm not bad, it most likely has integrated graphics though right?

 

[dew042]

Integrated Intel 950 Express. It'll decode HD, but games - not so much.

dew.

 

[xSauronx]

*eyeballs his inspiron 1000 and small stack of bills-due*

im being tempted here

i never should have come into hot deals again...

 

[WhipperSnapper]

It's a dual core Pentium of some sort. Specs don't look too bad. Don't know if it has built in WiFi. I wonder what the shipping cost is. And...no rebates!

 

[gcy]

I'm also looking at this one from BestBuy.
Gateway Notebook with AMD Turion? 64 Mobile Technology MK-36
plus free
Lexmark Multifunction Printer/ Copier/ Scanner
For $549.99 plus tax and shipping

 

[jjmIII]

Originally posted by: gcy
I'm also looking at this one from BestBuy.
Gateway Notebook with AMD Turion? 64 Mobile Technology MK-36
plus free
Lexmark Multifunction Printer/ Copier/ Scanner
For $549.99 plus tax and shipping

Nice for those that carry around their lappy (14.1 widescreen), but I'd prefer a 15.4 widescreen.

 

[rmrfhomeoops]

Originally posted by: allisolm
Compaq with Dual-core Processor T2060 $499.99 plus shipping ($40 or so) at Office Depot 2/11-2/17 while supplies last. No rebates.

Compaq Presario V6000T
1024MB memory
80GB drive
double layer DVD/CD burner
Vista Home Basic
integrated wireless
15.4" widescreen
Configuration code for ordering 01262007
Have to order in-store

Can you upgrade to windows premium in-store? How much would that cost?

 

[estew33]

Originally posted by: xSauronx
*eyeballs his inspiron 1000 and small stack of bills-due*

im being tempted here

i never should have come into hot deals again...

I know what you mean!!!

 

[RossMAN]

Great deal and thanks Allison

 

[RossMAN]

http://forumz.tomshardware.com/hardware...ium-Dual-Core-T2060-ftopict221072.html

 

[dman]

Originally posted by: RossMAN
http://forumz.tomshardware.com/hardware...ium-Dual-Core-T2060-ftopict221072.html

Good Info. Thanks!

 

[xSauronx]

i know the extended warranty at most places on electronics is usually frowned on....but does that hold true with laptops as well? im using my mothers inspiron 1000 and thought i might get my own since im using it for work AND home, but ive never bought a laptop myself before

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: xSauronx
i know the extended warranty at most places on electronics is usually frowned on....but does that hold true with laptops as well? im using my mothers inspiron 1000 and thought i might get my own since im using it for work AND home, but ive never bought a laptop myself before

I would not buy an extended warranty for a $499 laptop.

Extended warranty which covers the laptop and LCD:
$239 for 2 years
$314 for 3 years

Extended warranty for laptop, LCD and accidental coverage:
$380 for 2 years
$490 for 4 years

Most credit cards offer free 1 year extended warranty on all purchases except for real estate and automotive. Which credit card do you have? VISA, MasterCard or Amex?

 

[xSauronx]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx
i know the extended warranty at most places on electronics is usually frowned on....but does that hold true with laptops as well? im using my mothers inspiron 1000 and thought i might get my own since im using it for work AND home, but ive never bought a laptop myself before

I would not buy an extended warranty for a $499 laptop.

Extended warranty which covers the laptop and LCD:
$239 for 2 years
$314 for 3 years

Extended warranty for laptop, LCD and accidental coverage:
$380 for 2 years
$490 for 4 years

Most credit cards offer free 1 year extended warranty on all purchases except for real estate and automotive. Which credit card do you have? VISA, MasterCard or Amex?

visa check
i just finally got rid of my CCs
i figured the extended on the laptop would still be a bad idea, didnt know itd be so pricey though

thanks

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: xSauronx

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx
i know the extended warranty at most places on electronics is usually frowned on....but does that hold true with laptops as well? im using my mothers inspiron 1000 and thought i might get my own since im using it for work AND home, but ive never bought a laptop myself before

I would not buy an extended warranty for a $499 laptop.

Extended warranty which covers the laptop and LCD:
$239 for 2 years
$314 for 3 years

Extended warranty for laptop, LCD and accidental coverage:
$380 for 2 years
$490 for 4 years

Most credit cards offer free 1 year extended warranty on all purchases except for real estate and automotive. Which credit card do you have? VISA, MasterCard or Amex?

visa check
i just finally got rid of my CCs
i figured the extended on the laptop would still be a bad idea, didnt know itd be so pricey though

thanks

Did you cancel and close your credit cards or do they have a zero balance?

 

[xSauronx]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx
i know the extended warranty at most places on electronics is usually frowned on....but does that hold true with laptops as well? im using my mothers inspiron 1000 and thought i might get my own since im using it for work AND home, but ive never bought a laptop myself before

I would not buy an extended warranty for a $499 laptop.

Extended warranty which covers the laptop and LCD:
$239 for 2 years
$314 for 3 years

Extended warranty for laptop, LCD and accidental coverage:
$380 for 2 years
$490 for 4 years

Most credit cards offer free 1 year extended warranty on all purchases except for real estate and automotive. Which credit card do you have? VISA, MasterCard or Amex?

visa check
i just finally got rid of my CCs
i figured the extended on the laptop would still be a bad idea, didnt know itd be so pricey though

thanks

Did you cancel and close your credit cards or do they have a zero balance?

cancelled and closed them.
i have a small personal loan still, but ive been using my mothers laptop for work/home and thought itd be a good idea to get my own

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: xSauronx

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx
i know the extended warranty at most places on electronics is usually frowned on....but does that hold true with laptops as well? im using my mothers inspiron 1000 and thought i might get my own since im using it for work AND home, but ive never bought a laptop myself before

I would not buy an extended warranty for a $499 laptop.

Extended warranty which covers the laptop and LCD:
$239 for 2 years
$314 for 3 years

Extended warranty for laptop, LCD and accidental coverage:
$380 for 2 years
$490 for 4 years

Most credit cards offer free 1 year extended warranty on all purchases except for real estate and automotive. Which credit card do you have? VISA, MasterCard or Amex?

visa check
i just finally got rid of my CCs
i figured the extended on the laptop would still be a bad idea, didnt know itd be so pricey though

thanks

Did you cancel and close your credit cards or do they have a zero balance?

cancelled and closed them.
i have a small personal loan still, but ive been using my mothers laptop for work/home and thought itd be a good idea to get my own

Considering this has NO REBATES, 1GB RAM, DVD Burner and isn't a celeron I'd go for it.

In fact what are you still doing at home? Since these are CTO (configured to order) they should still be in stock. I just called my local OD and they are still accepting orders, ground shipping is $50 and takes about 2 weeks.

 

[xSauronx]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx
i know the extended warranty at most places on electronics is usually frowned on....but does that hold true with laptops as well? im using my mothers inspiron 1000 and thought i might get my own since im using it for work AND home, but ive never bought a laptop myself before

I would not buy an extended warranty for a $499 laptop.

Extended warranty which covers the laptop and LCD:
$239 for 2 years
$314 for 3 years

Extended warranty for laptop, LCD and accidental coverage:
$380 for 2 years
$490 for 4 years

Most credit cards offer free 1 year extended warranty on all purchases except for real estate and automotive. Which credit card do you have? VISA, MasterCard or Amex?

visa check
i just finally got rid of my CCs
i figured the extended on the laptop would still be a bad idea, didnt know itd be so pricey though

thanks

Did you cancel and close your credit cards or do they have a zero balance?

cancelled and closed them.
i have a small personal loan still, but ive been using my mothers laptop for work/home and thought itd be a good idea to get my own

Considering this has NO REBATES, 1GB RAM, DVD Burner and isn't a celeron I'd go for it.

In fact what are you still doing at home? Since these are CTO (configured to order) they should still be in stock. I just called my local OD and they are still accepting orders, ground shipping is $50 and takes about 2 weeks.

Im sickish and its an hour-drive or better both ways is why, i just wanted to check up on it first

but now, with teh RossMAN approval, im omw
*heads for the door*

thanks!

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: xSauronx

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: xSauronx
i know the extended warranty at most places on electronics is usually frowned on....but does that hold true with laptops as well? im using my mothers inspiron 1000 and thought i might get my own since im using it for work AND home, but ive never bought a laptop myself before

I would not buy an extended warranty for a $499 laptop.

Extended warranty which covers the laptop and LCD:
$239 for 2 years
$314 for 3 years

Extended warranty for laptop, LCD and accidental coverage:
$380 for 2 years
$490 for 4 years

Most credit cards offer free 1 year extended warranty on all purchases except for real estate and automotive. Which credit card do you have? VISA, MasterCard or Amex?

visa check
i just finally got rid of my CCs
i figured the extended on the laptop would still be a bad idea, didnt know itd be so pricey though

thanks

Did you cancel and close your credit cards or do they have a zero balance?

cancelled and closed them.
i have a small personal loan still, but ive been using my mothers laptop for work/home and thought itd be a good idea to get my own

Considering this has NO REBATES, 1GB RAM, DVD Burner and isn't a celeron I'd go for it.

In fact what are you still doing at home? Since these are CTO (configured to order) they should still be in stock. I just called my local OD and they are still accepting orders, ground shipping is $50 and takes about 2 weeks.

Im sickish and its an hour-drive or better both ways is why, i just wanted to check up on it first

but now, with teh RossMAN approval, im omw
*heads for the door*

thanks!

Please remember to drive carefully

 

[rmrfhomeoops]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Considering this has NO REBATES, 1GB RAM, DVD Burner and isn't a celeron I'd go for it.

In fact what are you still doing at home? Since these are CTO (configured to order) they should still be in stock. I just called my local OD and they are still accepting orders, ground shipping is $50 and takes about 2 weeks.

The only thing holding me back is the windows basic. Do you know if the laptop could be configured with windows premium instead of basic in-store? Bestbuy have the Acer Laptop with same spec except Windows premium for $600. It's avilable now for pickup and so the difference in two systems are $50 for windows premium. Although the ability to play DVD instantly without booting into windows (most of the new HP and Compaq laptop) is nicer.

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: rmrfhomeoops

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Considering this has NO REBATES, 1GB RAM, DVD Burner and isn't a celeron I'd go for it.

In fact what are you still doing at home? Since these are CTO (configured to order) they should still be in stock. I just called my local OD and they are still accepting orders, ground shipping is $50 and takes about 2 weeks.

The only thing holding me back is the windows basic. Do you know if the laptop could be configured with windows premium instead of basic in-store? Bestbuy have the Acer Laptop with same spec except Windows premium for $600. It's avilable now for pickup and so the difference in two systems are $50 for windows premium. Although the ability to play DVD instantly without booting into windows (most of the new HP and Compaq laptop) is nicer.

We're leaving for OD as soon as I get dressed. I'll write down the upgrade options and report back here in about 2 hours.

 

[rmrfhomeoops]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: rmrfhomeoops

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Considering this has NO REBATES, 1GB RAM, DVD Burner and isn't a celeron I'd go for it.

In fact what are you still doing at home? Since these are CTO (configured to order) they should still be in stock. I just called my local OD and they are still accepting orders, ground shipping is $50 and takes about 2 weeks.

The only thing holding me back is the windows basic. Do you know if the laptop could be configured with windows premium instead of basic in-store? Bestbuy have the Acer Laptop with same spec except Windows premium for $600. It's avilable now for pickup and so the difference in two systems are $50 for windows premium. Although the ability to play DVD instantly without booting into windows (most of the new HP and Compaq laptop) is nicer.

We're leaving for OD as soon as I get dressed. I'll write down the upgrade options and report back here in about 2 hours.

Thanks much! If Rossman is on it then it must be good deal.

 

[gcy]

I think I'll go for the Gateway Notebook with AMD Turion? 64 Mobile Technology MK-36
It comes with Windows Vista Home Premium and a bigger hard drive.

 

[Darkstar757]

WOOT I SCORED 5 of them WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOT!!!!!!


OP and ROSSS I LOVE YOU BOTH!!!!!