Here's a complete step-by-step walkthrough of how to install XP on the M1330. [dellcommunity.com]

Here's a complete step-by-step walkthrough of how to install XP 64-Bit on the M1330. [dell-m1330-info.com]

Here's a complete step-by-step walkthrough of how to install Vista 64-Bit on the M1330. [notebookreview.com]

Here is a complete list of XP (32-bit and 64-bit) drivers for the M1330 directly from Dell's website. [dell.com]

Only Vista drivers available for m1530 at this point.

Happy holidays. ^_^ - ct9a gsr

The $200 gift card applies to XPS configurations that are priced $1499+ BEFORE discount... not AFTER. This is a common misconception that many naysayers are trying to spread a false rumor about.
http://configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?c=us&cs=19&l=en&oc=dycwtg3&s=dhs&dgc=CJ&cid=24471&lid=566643 - on the right side of that link, you'll find it clearly stating this... I recommend taking a screenshot for your own records. - ct9a gsr

$200 GIFT CARD IS CURRENTLY DEAD


REP THE OP PEOPLE--Nikolasmor (and don't delete this people!)

Update: 14:08 PST

CALL EPP sales now..
1-800-695-8133 Option 2 - 1..
Get TO INDIA and ask for the memory downgrade..
I got rid of the Memory to 1GB and got rid of the low jack too.

1150 ships less the 200 GC + 70GC


GET THIS SYSTEM THROUGH EPP NOW....
You get an extra 12% off... and the 4% from DPA.. the system come out 1480 after Cali TAX

Direct links:
XPS M1330 $1399
Specs:

• Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7500 (2.2GHz/800Mhz FSB, 4MB Cache)
• Genuine Windows Vista™ Home Premium Edition
• Standard Display with 2.0 Megapixel Webcam
• 3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
• Size: 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
• CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW Drive)
• 128MB NVIDIA® GeForce™ 8400M GS
• Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
• Built-in Bluetooth capability (2.0 EDR)
• 56Whr Lithium Ion Battery (6 cell)
• High Definition Audio 2.0
• Biometric Fingerprint Reader
• Trend Micro Internet Security 15-months
• 3Yr In-Home Service, Parts + Labor, 24x7 Phone Support
• 1Yr LoJack for Laptops Theft Protection (CD Shipped Separately)
• DataSafe Online Backup 10GB for 1 year

XPS M1530 $1399
Specs:

• Tuxedo Black
• Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7500 (2.2GHz/800Mhz FSB, 4MB Cache)
• Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium Edition
• Glossy, widescreen 15.4 inch LCD (1280x800) & 2.0 MP Camera
• 3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 667MHz (2 Dimms)
• Size: 250GB 5400rpm SATA Hard Drive
• Slot Load DVD+/-RW (DVD/CD read/write)
• 256MB NVIDIA® GeForce® 8600M GT
• Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
• Dell Wireless 355 Bluetooth Internal (2.0+Enhanced Data Rate)
• 56 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
• Integrated Sound Blaster Audigy HD Software Edition
• Trend Micro Internet Security 15-months
• No Microsoft Office
• My Service3Yr In-Home Service, Parts Labor, 24x7 Phone Support
• 1Yr LoJack for Laptops Theft Protection (CD Shipped Separately)
• DataSafe Online Backup 10GB for 1 year

ALSO, consider getting the LED screen for $150. It reduces the weight, thickness, and increases brightness to 330 nits. You'll save battery life as well, although it's marginal.

One other thing that seems important. Through the EPP, the 8% off you get for including a 3/4 year warranty becomes 12% off if your total prior to that discount (but after the $799 discount) exceeds 1600.

So, if your configuration cost is approaching $2400 (before _ANY_ of the discounts) make sure you bring it over $2400 because you can configure up to $2471 and in the end pay the same as someone who configured up to only $2398. (Anywhere above $2400 but less than $2471 would actually wind up paying less than someone whose pre-discounts total was $2398)

2471 - 799 off = 1672 - 12% off = 1471
2398 - 799 off = 1599 - 8% off = 1471

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