Hi guys,

I've been waiting around for a while now to get a replacement to my outdated Compaq. I've been constantly checking the Dell website for a computer I want and when the new XPS came out, I was so interested. Other than the i7 & Graphic Card option, the heat issue (that may not be a problem at all) and other alterenatives, such as Asus, are there any other significant reasons why you would not purchase this notebook?

1. Warranty: I'll be going to UK next year to continue my Law degree. Will I encounter a problem with warranty location transfer and are there anythings I should know about it such as certain warranty extension options not being valid in the UK.

2. RAM: Is there a significant difference between the 4GB and the 6GB (other than the price of course)? Why do most people buy symmetrical RAM (2x2GB RAM and 2x3GB RAM, rather than buying 1x2GB and 1x4GB)?

3. Alternatives: Is there an upperhand if I purchase an Asus? If yes, what alternative computers should I look into?

4. Keyboard: Is it really that bad, excluding the absence of a numpad?

5. Chasis: Again, a significant reason?

My friend says the way I choose a notebook is like choosing a wife, but I just want to make sure I get a notebook suitable to my needs.

It seems that the people who would have a problem with the new XPS 15 are avid gamers or at least people who demand higher performance rigs. For a basic user like me, who may play some games like SC2, Civ 5 and Dota, I think it would be sufficient. If not, are there any other notebook alternatives that are good value for money.

So I would suppose from what you guys are saying with regards to the way I'm answering and the usage I'll get out of the computer, buying this rig is quite a good deal? The only problem I have is the warranty issue. That's problem my biggest headache now.

So you guys think that this is a vlue buy? Okay then, will be getting the notebook!

OMG! I placed my order on Tuesday for i5/420M and the guy just called me, I asked estimated delivery date, he said 1st Dec. SO LONG!