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Tag
08-09-2003, 07:01 AM
These seem like good deals > anyone have experience with IBM notebooks?

40% off seem good but they are still pricey?

superior to dells?
Auspexian
08-09-2003, 08:26 AM
Most companies I have been to as a consultant standardized on IBM laptops. Dell servers are preferred for PC.

I have been using IBM laptops for last 8 years. Different models.
Always much stable than my wife's dell. The only thing that usually go first is the mouse pointer.

John
johnnymk
08-09-2003, 09:01 AM
I have an internet connection which I currently use on a 2 year old IBM laptop. It is very sturdy.
From what I have learned, IBM and Toshiba generally are rated the highest for notebook quality.
Tag
08-09-2003, 11:51 AM
which model would you guys recommend?
Apex
08-09-2003, 01:43 PM
The T series is absolutely awesome. I've had one. Best built laptop I've ever used.

IBM's tend to have the best chassis, as well as the best keyboards. For the money, you get a lot less power and bells & whistles.
spigidygak
08-09-2003, 03:04 PM
yep, one more vote for ibm, they're awesome windows lappies. The T series is the one to get otherwise the R isn't bad. But depends on if you're looking for a super portable or a desktop one. The X series is nice and small.
Tag
08-09-2003, 08:06 PM
Thanks will order on of the T series



Originally posted by spigidygak
yep, one more vote for ibm, they're awesome windows lappies. The T series is the one to get otherwise the R isn't bad. But depends on if you're looking for a super portable or a desktop one. The X series is nice and small.
elmalloc
08-09-2003, 08:30 PM
It's a shame it looks like the T series doesn't come in SXGA+, automatic deal killer for me.
Apex
08-09-2003, 09:02 PM
It does, only in the 1.6Ghz Centrino. $$$
elmalloc
08-10-2003, 06:41 AM
Yeah I just found that out. I think that may be killing some deals, my friend wanted a T with higher resolution too, but ti looks to be $2300+ for it, with weak specs (128 RAM, etc).

Probalby going with a fujitsu lifebook.
-ELmO
Tag
08-13-2003, 06:11 AM
I ended up with a MUCH better deal > IBM is offering 20% for businesses who have not ordered from them in one year or so.

Ordered a fully loaded T40 > can't wait for that puppy to arrive.
elmalloc
08-13-2003, 08:28 AM
Much better deal, eh?
Give us a round about price...

A T is not worth it unless it's SXGA to me. That pushes it way over $2000 and some are near $3000...not worth it. What was your deal?
Even at "up to 40%" off for michigan studetns/faculty, they had Ts for sale at $3000+. What a "DEAL"!!

-ELmO
Tag
08-13-2003, 09:04 AM
Fully loaded T40 with Centrino 1.6 512 mb, 60gb hd CD-RW / DVD SXGA wireless with ever option available including blue tooth > 3 years bumper to bumper warranty against " accident" damage for under $3,000


Originally posted by elmalloc
Much better deal, eh?
Give us a round about price...

A T is not worth it unless it's SXGA to me. That pushes it way over $2000 and some are near $3000...not worth it. What was your deal?
Even at "up to 40%" off for michigan studetns/faculty, they had Ts for sale at $3000+. What a "DEAL"!!

-ELmO
elmalloc
08-13-2003, 09:11 AM
ack your budget is higher than mine =)
If I had 3K, I would buy an IBM.

-ELmO
NuTs62
08-15-2003, 10:24 PM
seems like this deal is a goner. went back on the UM deals page, and there was like nothing left compared to before, and everything is regular price. ah well! saved me some more moola! :D
Tag
08-19-2003, 09:20 AM
My T 40 just arrived > can't wait to get it set up tonight.
Seems to be built like a lightweight sherman tank.:heh:
elmalloc
08-19-2003, 01:23 PM
Why are you giving us the finger!?!? lol

Yes, I thikn that hand is giving the finger on that smilie. ;)