So I guess it's still cheaper to buy here and post over there, than to go buy there.

Yup, checked the prices. So much more expensive in the UK But if you add in the posting charges, will probably come up to the same. Sigh.... dilemma.

What did you guys do?

And how cheap will one cost? DOn't think lasers can be carried into cabin though.

That's for students account. You have to be resident in UK for at least 3 years to qualify unfortunately
But of course with a big enough bank draft, doors will magically open

Yup Dell offers international limited warranty for 3 years if you take their full-blown 3 year complete care package. But to take advantage of their full service (not limited) you'll have to be in Malaysia.
HP on the other hand gives 1st year international warranty, with option for extension for another 2 years at a fee. The caveat is, that the extra 2 years are only valid locally (Malaysia). For international coverage you have to purchase a care pack from the country you're going to within 90 days from purchase date of laptop.

Hopes this clears up the confusion.

BTW, my bro who is training with MAS, says that on UK flights, only ONE hand carry is allowed (with strict adherence to required dimensions). So if you bring your laptop on board you can't bring a second bag (unlike previously). Just stuff all your stuff into the laptop bag, I guess.

AS per my post above, they've relaxed the ruling somewhat. Laptops are allowed, but need to be removed from bag and placed thru scanner at the checkpoint. Also no need for transparent bags, just ONE cabin bag that conforms to approved dimensions.
However, ban on liquids remain.

Well, if you notice at the airport, near the check in counters there's this metal structure where you can put your bag in to see if it fits in it. Anything that fits in this structure will be allowed on board, anything jutting out will not be allowed.

They sometimes have this structure at luggage selling stores. Just to make sure before you buy

dreamer101 : Well that's why I'm thankful I can carry on my flimsier Compaq (according to your list la ). It will be trashed in the cargo hold.

That maybe true previously. But as of late (my brother's freind just travelled last week) they are very strict with it.

Wouldn't want to panic and repack on the spot when they really don't allow.

But like goliath said, you don't really need a huge carry on, as long can fit your lappie and valuables.

You may ahve some problem at immigration in the UK, coz they'd probably ask to see your unconditional offer regardless of whether you have a visa or not.
Since it's the British High Commission's fault, it's safer if they can issue a memo/letter saying that they lost the letter.
Also you can ask your university to resend you another copy.

Depends on what further conditions you had to fulfil to get the final acceptance. If it's something to do with financing your course or English Language requirement, then it will be an issue if you don't have the final letter.
But any reasons other than that, it should be ok if you only have your unconditional offer letter.

Any comments azarimy?

Did mine 3 weeks ago at VFS.
Fee RM578 payable to British High Commission plus RM50 payable to VFS Sdn Bhd.

Took 2 days only to process my application. Check out VFS-UK

But it'll be a lot cheaper by bus right?

You're right, I'm not really the cooking type.
Just wondering how does frozen dinners taste like?

Heard the same from my bro's friend who just flew there 2 weeks ago. Only ONE hand carry INCLUDING laptop bag. But this is only for MAS, don't know about other airline. Must call up and check.

Maybe this link will help clear some doubts.

Hope I'm not "confusing" anyone with this bit here

Hey, anybody flew there already via KLIA? Any restrictions in luggage?

Please advise those here (me la ) who are yet to go. THanks

Yeah you're right. My friends who left last night were taking 25kg and 29kg respectively. No problems, but must smile like mad la to the officer.
Leaving tonight, wish me luck guys.

Don't worry no problem la with luggage. My frens take 29kg pun lepas. Myself on business class (suppose 30kg) but I took 34kg and my fren 39kg. Don't worry.

But must line up by 6am, otherwise go later tinggal all the koyak and rejected one

unfortunately international students usually are not...
some universities also have special "tie-in agreements" with certain banks...for eg. UCL has an agreement with Barclays, where reps from the bank will be present during orientation week to sign up students. I tried opening the Step Account with natwest u mentioned, but UCL were "unable" to provide certain documentation that Natwest required. "We only provide what Barclays requires" that's what the registrar office told me.
Whereas I think LSE ties in with Natwest...
So depends....