Advantages: extrasusb/wifi good gfx card and sound/screen where to end? Disadvantages: Heavy
This Laptop is an very solid machine. I say this because usually when I pick a laptop up first thing I notice is the need for power and a time delay to load the windows, its like you have to handle the laptop carefully just in fear of delaying the start up. This has been my experience of earlier laptops from Dell.
This one was a big step up, I put the machine in front of me on a cushion for the first time and with a tap of the on switch windows ... ...The build quality is A1 a great silver colour and very sleek buttons in a very sleek case that clicks open and shut. The screen is sharp, bright colours crisp and very appealing. I have a Samsung LCD monitor on my main PC this monitor is just as good but in a tidy package. The machine was very easy to handle all the buttons in very accessible and user friendly positions.
I've used this laptop for a few weeks and now really like opening the lid for ...
floater 01.01.2008
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The dell inspiron looks great, performs great and best of all it's a dell.
Dell are no doubt the best when it comes to laptops and computers, the only bad thing I can think of about dell, is that you can only buy online. This can be a bit frustrating because when you want to get a laptop you want to see it before and try it before you buy. Also you don't want to wait a week or longer before it arrives so you can go on it.
However it being a dell, ... ...it looks like any other dell inspiron, but a lot of design work went into these and it really shows and you most defiantly wouldn't be embarrassed to get this out on the plane or at work to show everyone in sight.
This features a Intel Core 2 Duo T7100 / 1.8 Ghz processor, which runs the huge 2 gb of ram, really fast. Most laptops seem to have 1 gb of ram so to see this with 2 gbs, you just know it's a step up in class.
Also this 2gb of ram can ...
techno_man_37 25.11.2007
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Advantages: Suitable for a variety of uses, gaming, DVDs, office work etc. Disadvantages: Haven't found any yet!
I bought this laptop a few months ago because firstly, I wanted a full-size keyboard (being a touch typist), secondly I wanted a decent graphics card for gaming (comes with nVidia card) and thirdly, my laptop never travels so I wanted a large screen.
A few months down the line and I am very happy with it! The gaming is absolutely great (and so is the touch-typing!). It is fantastic to have a large screen - in fact, it seems really weird if I revert ...
prom22 04.08.2008
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Advantages: Nice design, easy to use, not too expensive Disadvantages: Big big to carry around every day
...From my experience people like Dell because they produce value for money products to a high standard. Other people are put off because they are not a shop, but i know people who have had a couple of problems with dell and Dell have managed to sort out the problems no fuss. So i don't think this hsould put people off. The Laptop - This laptop has many great features. It's performance is fantastic and it does everything you need it to do. It's quick ... ...It is a stylish design and isn't too heavy. When buying this there is an optional screen resolution sizes to choose from. It comes with Windows Home Vista on it which is a great program too. It's easy to find your way around if your not already used to using Windows and if you are...then it's still nice and easy to find your way around! The screen size is a 17 inch widescreen which is a great size screen for you to see what your doing. The only bad ...
bluestar666 02.10.2007
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Advantages: Solidly built, Quiet, Good Manual, Responsive keyboard Disadvantages: Occasionally unreliable Mousepad, Media buttons location
...the PC. I wonder if Dell are aware of this issue, where an updated driver might resolve, or is it simply a design problem with the pad itself. Sometimes breathing onto my finger will help, so if you have sweaty fingers, you may not have so many problems!
A solidly built and attractive machine, albeit rather heavy. Not recommended for on the road use. But I only bought it as opposed to a desktop, so I can get away from the kids around the house, ... ...in particular for the 17" widescreen, but I don't think i would have really missed it as for surfing most websites are optimised for normal screens, however its great for watching DVD films and when opening and comparing 2 documents side by side.
Nice responsive keyboard.
Large PC has room for a number keyboard, great for simple calculations and accounting.
I was impressed with the User Manual, in particular on how to access internal componentry ...
greg-the-grey 02.02.2009
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Advantages: Reasonably Priced, Easy to Use, Large Screen Disadvantages: Heavy
...reasonably priced and I trusted Dell products from my personal and friends' previous use. The screen is fairly large which conributes towards the ease of use of this particlular model. I have had it just under a year and I have experienced no problems whatsoever, I regularly browse the internet and have uploaded many photos but neither have slowed it down. Admitably I am not the most technically advanced person but I have found it so easy to use. ...
a_k_bardot 28.08.2008
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Advantages: Large Screen, Nvidia graphics, Dual core Disadvantages: Dell, Vista, Problems installing XP
...customer support received from both Dell and PC World was not on par with the quality of the product. Buyer beware, If you are expecting to install Windows XP (as opposed to Windows Vista already installed) then you will need to search the internet for technical support. This is because there are problems with the installation recognising the ACHI Sata controller.
Overall, the product is well built however does arrive installed with a lot of bloatware. ...
Ljefferies10 19.08.2008
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This is a great laptop let down by a couple of things which could easily be remedied by Dell. Pros: Very fast with a great screen (I have a 2.5GHz Core 2 Duo with the 1920x1200 Ultrasharp screen option). Supports 2 hard disks. Looks good and feels as solid as a rock. Excellent full keyboard.
Cons: Big and heavy - not really for carrying around. Sound - only one speaker so no stereo, and sound comes from underneath to the side, so sounds distant ... ...There is loads of room to make this much larger. As it is, I find I am constantly having problems with it as I am inadvertently hitting the 'scrolling' areas and the mouse stops responding as I am expecting it to. This is the worst touchpad I have used, but only because its usable area is so small.
Update: OK I was wrong - the laptop has stereo sound. there are 2 small speakers at the front, but on the underside, so you have to be careful that they ...
iahaining 11.06.2008 (27.06.2008)
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Advantages: Elegant look, onboard numeric keypad, fast processor, large 17 inch screen Disadvantages: Vista installed on it, weight and the touchpad that not always reacts properly
I bought my own Dell inspiron 1720 7-8 months ago and I must say, I LOVE it. My brother also has a Dell Inspiron 9400. Our whole family loves Dell. It has an elegant and fast look, despite the large housing. It is very strong, since it is made from high quality aluminium. I must admit that Dell is probably one of the best companies in making laptops.
The first big advantage of the inspiron 1720 is that it has an extra numeric keypad. This was also ... ...slow Vista installed on it. Dell has recently started to sell their computers with linux distributions (free), which I think is again a bonus for Dell. I love it when such an international company promotes free software. The size of the 17 inch screen, makes the laptop a bit heavy, 8.70 pounds. The biggest disadvantage for me is the touchpad. The touchpad often not reacted properly.
All in all, I can say it is again another job well done from Dell! ...
Kligham 04.11.2008
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Advantages: Solid, durable, powerful and versitile Disadvantages: Bulky
This laptop is a very good desktop replacement, solid machine and very mobile round the house if you have a wireless internet connection that is. Although i would advise agaisnt going out and about with this product as it is quite bulky, but thats just a personal choice as i feel there are better laptops on the market for that sort of usage. It certainly makes up for its lack of portability with speed and power, i run a 32 inch LCD monitor as extra ... ...quality film, i still get the same fast response and quality from the laptop. As far as negative points go on this laptop, i believe the majority of them are personal preference (which can be changed within the computers settings). The only bad thing i have to say is on the touchpad i prefer to have a horizontal 'forward' and 'backward' scroll at the top, along with the up/down and left/right scrolls that this product has.
I have had no problems ...
Raggapunk 28.07.2008
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Advantages: The perfect budget laptop Disadvantages: Looks like a dell.
...I was skeptical of a Dell laptop, but after seeing the Inspiron 1720 I was impressed by its features, especially comparative to the price. If you are looking for a highly functional laptop on a budget, this is certainly the avenue to be looking down. So, here's my computer-studdent-wisdom breakdown:
Screen: The screen is better than expected for a laptop in terms of brightness (which can be adjusted easily) and size. It's nice!
Keyboard: Despite ... ...main drawback is it's sound quality isn't fantastic, but certainly not substandard.
Integrated microphone: Again not fantastic, but not substandard.
Value for money: Definitely value for money, especially if you can get it on a special offer-which Dell seem to do rather a few of for this series! ...
tabigarasu 22.02.2008
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Advantages: Style, Entertainment value, High Specification. Disadvantages: Portablity
...great pleasure in using the Dell Inspiron 1720. It is designed to be a high end entertainment PC and has a large 17" High definition LCD display to show. It certainly looks impressive. You can even customise the colour of the lid to your preference. On the inside it is pretty good too. The standard specification now being a 1.8Ghz processor, 2Gb RAM and Nvidea graphic card for the 1720 model. It can be used for gaming but if you are a serious gamer ... ...a 2Ghz processor, 3Gb RAM and 8800GT+ Nvidea graphics card. The major disadvantage of the laptop being the portablity of the laptop as it has a 17" it is very large and heavy, difficult to carry long distances. Overall through I very impressive laptop, one to show off to your friends, not really one for carrying around from place to place. ...
graham01125et 26.07.2008
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Advantages: Very fast. Great screen. Great sound. Disadvantages: Heavy
...due to Samsung lcds that dell is using. They were using Sonys previously but nonetheless, its still a great screen to have.
The bluetooth and wireless works very well. Good coverage. There is also another thing that I love about this laptop, the 6 USB2.0 ports provided. I've completely put away my USB hubs for good. The graphics are excellent too with the GeForce Go 7900GS 256MB which can be upgraded or overclocked at your OWN RISK to Geforce Go ...
shiguo 09.11.2007
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Advantages: good memory, powerful, high quality screen Disadvantages: customer service, style, weight
...go with something other than dell as their customer service is shocking in my experience but aside from this it's not too bad. Dell offers a wide range of interchangability and i would recommend goin for the top of the range specs you can afford at the time of purchase as it can prov costly after this. this is especially true for graphics cards as they cannot be changed at all. This laptop is exactly what it says on the tin, a deskyop replacement, ...
bashfoc2 03.06.2009
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Advantages: Dell, Nvdia video card, 17" LCD panel. Disadvantages: none.
Dell Inspiron 1720 is another great release by Dell.It is built to enjoy wireless connectivity and a multi-media experience in a colorful 17 inch laptop which is equipped with upgraded hardware for next-gen gaming and mobility. This laptop has a lots of great features and is really good but to understand its superamacy with ease we should know about its specifications.
It has an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T5850 (2.16GHz/667Mhz FSB/2MB cache) processor.
... ...is installed with Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium Edition SP1.
It has a glossy, high contrast, widescreen 17.0 inch LCD panel display (1440 x 900).
it has an optical drive:CD / DVD writer (DVD+/-RW Drive).
Memory is 3GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz.
While hard drive is quite large in size: 320GB2 SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM).
It is compitable with 128MB NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400M GS for next gen gaming and a High Definition Audio 2.0 sound ...
Jesse6 26.07.2008
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