who here owns a dell?? i think this is false advertising

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  • sickbeatz
    The Hustler
    • Feb 2005
    • 4993

    #1

    who here owns a dell?? i think this is false advertising

    about a year ago, i bought a computer.. a cheap one at that, infact it was there cheapest one because at the time i was tight on cash.

    anyways, the specs said it came with 256mb ddr 400mhz ram.
    so the other day, i was like.. hmmm, go live, advancedsubmitter, photoshop & a few more apps were kind of lagging my computer a little and i couldnt efficiently burn some content to dvd for a little late night relief effort so i decided to upgrade.

    i went to a computer store and purchased a gigabyte stick of ddr1 ram @ 400mhbz and put it into my p.o.s. dell.

    it didn't work, now i have to wait until tuesday before i can get the right kind of ram.. even though the web-site, paper specs, etc. sayz 400mhz.. after calling dell and complaining i learnt that it's actually only supports a max of 333mhz pc-2700 ram.

    so now i've wasted mad time trying to upgrade only to learn that i was lied to and that i have to wait longer before i can do everything @ the pace i'd like too

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  • Dalai lama
    Strength and Honor
    • Jul 2004
    • 16540

    #2
    I dont have a dell.

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    • Platinumpimp
      Logos and such.
      • Jan 2004
      • 10214

      #3
      I've had 3 dells so far, 2 desktops 1 laptop never had any issues with them.
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      • sickbeatz
        The Hustler
        • Feb 2005
        • 4993

        #4
        Originally posted by Platinumpimp
        I've had 3 dells so far, 2 desktops 1 laptop never had any issues with them.
        they're cheap computers. i was just a little accept trying to upgrade one of them.. i called their support and they "werent sure" about the incorrect specs and said it'll be looked into.

        i like my computer, even though it's a 2400 *cheapest one you can buy, lol*... just dont like unneccesary set backs

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        • TexasDreams
          former Miserable Admin :)
          • Oct 2003
          • 4700

          #5
          When it comes to Dell, their servers are great. As far as their desktops and laptops go, if someone gave me the top of the line it would be in the nearest pawnshop in less then 24-hours.

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          • munki
            Do Fun Shit.
            • Dec 2004
            • 13393

            #6
            I've actually had great experience with them. Just bought a second computer tonight for my lil bro, after my initial purchase of desktop and pda a few months back. Also picked up some extra memory for the desktop and pda... and I expect nothing but the best from them after my original purchase.

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            • Platinumpimp
              Logos and such.
              • Jan 2004
              • 10214

              #7
              Originally posted by sickbeatz
              they're cheap computers. i was just a little accept trying to upgrade one of them.. i called their support and they "werent sure" about the incorrect specs and said it'll be looked into.

              i like my computer, even though it's a 2400 *cheapest one you can buy, lol*... just dont like unneccesary set backs
              Depends on which one you order, mine wasn't exactly cheap and the specs do not lie. Quality wise they are above average.
              I design logo's.

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              • ServerGenius
                Confirmed User
                • Feb 2002
                • 9377

                #8
                I never had problems with Dell desktops.....but I always go for the top of the
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                • Vitasoy
                  GFY HALL OF FAME DAMMIT!!!
                  • Oct 2003
                  • 58202

                  #9
                  I have a few dell machines... Love dell.


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                  • FuqALot
                    Confirmed User
                    • Dec 2001
                    • 3817

                    #10
                    i just ordered a XPS600, 2gb, p4 3.2 GF7800gt, so it better be good.

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                    • amandaspost
                      Confirmed User
                      • Aug 2004
                      • 1935

                      #11
                      I bought a dell laptop and pda, never had a problem with them
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                      • BeatingSkull
                        Confirmed User
                        • Sep 2005
                        • 713

                        #12
                        i have a dell & i also need to upgrade.. there's just too much shit lagging it down.

                        too many programs installed taking up space!!
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                        • LittleMack
                          www.pornkings.com
                          • Oct 2003
                          • 4645

                          #13
                          I have had some issues with my Dell but their tech support was incredible and that to me is #1. They actually replaced two computers due to problems...it is a pain in the ass but they were always there for me.`
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                          • joshtucker
                            Registered User
                            • Aug 2005
                            • 16

                            #14
                            i have a desktop and a laptop from dell. just ordered another last week...pentium D processor, 1gig memory, phat lil pos. gettin a 24" widescreen monitor hehe.

                            you never order the cheap ones... you get what u pay for.
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                            • Pandemos
                              Confirmed User
                              • Jun 2005
                              • 956

                              #15
                              I've had one Dell, which I bought 5 years ago and on which I'm typing this. Had to replace the fan and video card, but everything else is ticking along without a problem.
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                              • The Truth Hurts
                                Zph7YXfjMhg
                                • Nov 2002
                                • 15770

                                #16
                                Originally posted by Platinumpimp
                                Depends on which one you order, mine wasn't exactly cheap and the specs do not lie. Quality wise they are above average.
                                AGREED... the one i'm using cost $3500.. and i held back.
                                however I WAS disappointed that they would take a video card that usually comes Dual-DVI and put in the same card but with one DVI and one VGA. (this wasn't mentioned anywhere I saw).. especially when the card added about $400 to the price.

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                                • The Truth Hurts
                                  Zph7YXfjMhg
                                  • Nov 2002
                                  • 15770

                                  #17
                                  Originally posted by joshtucker
                                  gettin a 24" widescreen monitor hehe.
                                  I have the sony 24" CRT... it's sitting in the cellar..
                                  I switched to dual 19's and i'm 50x happier.

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                                  • Doctor Dre
                                    Too lazy to set a custom title
                                    • Jan 2001
                                    • 51692

                                    #18
                                    Originally posted by The Truth Hurts
                                    I have the sony 24" CRT... it's sitting in the cellar..
                                    I switched to dual 19's and i'm 50x happier.
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                                    • DaddyHalbucks
                                      A freakin' legend!
                                      • Feb 2004
                                      • 18975

                                      #19
                                      I have three Dell desktops. Two are only a few years old. However, one of them is from 1996, upgraded, and still chugging away.
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                                      • The Truth Hurts
                                        Zph7YXfjMhg
                                        • Nov 2002
                                        • 15770

                                        #20
                                        Originally posted by Doctor Dre
                                        You should sell it here, I'm sure you'll find some buyers
                                        I coudn't imagine the shipping on a 99Lb monitor.. lol.
                                        I paid $1800 for the damn thing though.

                                        plus.. the UV coating or whatever the fuck they used to coat the glass is starting to deteriorate... no clue why or how... or if it can be fixed.
                                        but theres these minute what look like scratches but aren't on the screen from it..

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                                        • keyDet79
                                          Confirmed User
                                          • Feb 2003
                                          • 1109

                                          #21
                                          Dell use very cheap, B-quality hardware for their desktops and servers. It is of no better quality than many no-name products. However, before I get into a fight, that doesn't mean no-name products are always bad, I own a Dell PDA. Bought it because it was cheap. Their service is great however.

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                                          • BigFish
                                            Confirmed User
                                            • Jan 2003
                                            • 1159

                                            #22
                                            5 dells, 3 regular laptops, 1 XPS laptop, 1 desktop - no problems whatsoever.

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                                            • slapass
                                              Too lazy to set a custom title
                                              • Nov 2002
                                              • 14625

                                              #23
                                              Just bought a laptop. It is going to the kids. no scroll space on that funky built in mouse. Yep went cheap and it sucks.

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                                              • jukeboxfrank
                                                Confirmed User
                                                • Apr 2004
                                                • 1207

                                                #24
                                                Dell used to be the sh*t Now how ever they are sh*t. They buy second rate bulk parts.
                                                Something you get lucky but most times you don't. Why O Why do they want to sell cheep PC's? Way to go to ruin a great company.


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                                                • MzMoneyMaker
                                                  Registered User
                                                  • Sep 2005
                                                  • 58

                                                  #25
                                                  I have a dell lapatop and never had a problem with it. I love it...
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                                                  • DonX
                                                    Confirmed User
                                                    • Apr 2004
                                                    • 1917

                                                    #26
                                                    My parents had a dell and had nothing but problems ..... just my
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                                                    • Horny Dude
                                                      Earn enough to buy coffee
                                                      • May 2002
                                                      • 4913

                                                      #27
                                                      I have a Dell desktop and laptop and love them both. The desktop had a HD problem, but Dell was quick on the fix and since then n/p at all.

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                                                      • SmokeyTheBear
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                                                        • Jun 2004
                                                        • 28609

                                                        #28
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                                                        • SAM SIYC
                                                          Confirmed User
                                                          • Apr 2005
                                                          • 999

                                                          #29
                                                          Had previous problems with DELL.....Toshiba are the best!
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                                                          • adultchica
                                                            Confirmed User
                                                            • Sep 2005
                                                            • 5141

                                                            #30
                                                            My best friend has a Dell, it's died on her twice in the first year that she's had it and she bought their "12 month coverage" thingie where a tech is supposed to come out and fix it. She had to wait two weeks each time for the tech to come and "fix it".

                                                            I prefer Compaq or HP computers, personally. The one I'm on right now is Compaq, has worked great 4 me.

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                                                            • iwantchixx
                                                              Too lazy to set a custom title
                                                              • Oct 2002
                                                              • 12860

                                                              #31
                                                              even though the hardware only supports 333mhz a 400mhz stick would work fine. it would just run at 333mhz.

                                                              it's not about speed causing the new ram to not work, it's the crappy dell hardware.

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                                                              • acctman
                                                                Confirmed User
                                                                • Oct 2003
                                                                • 2840

                                                                #32
                                                                dude dells suck... they're just good at marketing it and people fall for that crap.

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                                                                • QuaWee
                                                                  Confirmed User
                                                                  • Jul 2004
                                                                  • 5791

                                                                  #33
                                                                  I have a dell and I like it, but dell support blows ass
                                                                  i luv mainstream

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