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Opinion Summary
Can you go wrong with a Dell? Oh yes.
by williamkwok | Oct 06 '01
Pros: Speedy performance, a proven winner, and 24 hour phone support if you need help.
Cons: Noisy fan, weak power supply, unreliable performance, proprietary parts that discourage upgrades

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OVERALL RATING
Product Rating: 2.0



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Same Experience (Reply to this comment)
by vplite
I had a similar experience with a Dell, or at least I was starting to but I sent it back within 30 days and got a full refund.

I built my own better system for almost the same cost, (see my epinion articles) and am much happier.

The proprietary parts suck. I've heard about the power suppy problem. Weak to start, and hard to upgrade.

If you only use a computer for wordprocessing or surfing, and never plan to open the box, you might be satisfied with the Dell.
Jan 23 '03
10:33 am PST

Good Review (Reply to this comment)
by backwoodsbum
Very good review! I've noticed some of the same problems on Dell machines that I have worked on in the past. Dell's catchy ads sell a lot of computers, and for most people they seem to work fine, but not for everyone.
Jun 26 '02
10:40 am PDT
   

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