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Make the dell ubuntu models available through the main webpage

Dell Web Site, Linux, Sales Strategies submitted by rajeevbhatta 06/19/07 **UNDER REVIEW**

Instead of having the model listings on a different webpage ( www.dell.com/open) have these models available from the product search you have on the main page or a link available through the main page (www.dell.com)

When I go to dell.com and I search for the product model numbers I never can find them I have to go to the other page and then I see it. The only thing I saw on the main page is a small flash ad which then takes you to the page.

Why cant you place these models with the other models on your page.........





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Dell Direct Store in the new Bonney Lake,wa Strip Mall

Sales Strategies submitted by insig 06/27/07

I think it would be great to have a Dell Direct Store in Bonney Lake,Wa because it is a very fast growing city, and its getting more and more malls! 3 Comments »

Dell: SHOW what support (local, overseas) comes with each model system offered!

Sales Strategies, Service and Support submitted by phubert 06/27/07

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Let users CHOOSE the system they buy according to the SUPPORT provided.

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Quite possibly, customers will CHOOSE a higher-end system if they know LOCAL support comes WITH that system!
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This is an alternative to the "optional local support for an extra charge"
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Make decent 3-d graphics widely available

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.) submitted by gkenaley 06/25/07

Right now most manufacturers will sell you a near-perfect PC for a reasonable price -except that they usually have weak, integrated 3d graphics and a power supply that will not support a powerful aftermarket graphics cards. What I would like Dell to do to differentiate itself is:

1. Make more sub-$1000 systems available with powerful graphics chips from Nvidia and/or ATI. They don't need to be high-end chips, just a lot faster than the integrated GPUs commonly on motherboards.

2. Clearly state the availability of PCI Express slots and reserve power supply capacity on all desktop systems, so that end users can easily add mid-range 3d cards if desired. You could even resell or recommend cards from EVGA, etc.

Dell can profitably follow this strategy to provide cost-efficient and power-efficient 3d graphics to the masses without cutting into its high-end XPS gamer sales.

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Backlit Keyboards

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Sales Strategies, Desktops and Laptops submitted by rarmasu 02/21/07 **PARTIALLY IMPLEMENTED**

I find myself many, many times in dark or poorly lit environments having to guess the various keys - would be fantastic to have a backlit keyboard - with backlit individual keys as the best option.

I would actually pay extra for that convenience if the option was available.
This could be done for desktops or notebooks.


Check out Vida_K's comment below on the New Latitude.
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Ubuntu for the International Space Station.

Linux submitted by badblood 06/18/07

Ground Control, Windows Has Problems....

The International Space Station is again suffering from computer problems.

The space station, experiences regular computer glitches. Iin 2001 most of the problems were related to Microsoft's Windows NT, while Russian-made software seemed to be more reliable. In the last few days they've had problems with the Russian software...the only hope is Linux!

Dell provide Ubuntu to the International Space Station (with Russian and English tech support!).

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Visible Link to IdeaStorm on main Dell site

Advertising and Marketing, Dell Web Site, IdeaStorm submitted by ipaw 07/01/07 **PARTIALLY IMPLEMENTED**

IdeaStorm should have a visible link and explanation on the main Dell site as well as a Desktop shortcut on all new installations.

I've been a Dell customer since my XPS-500 back in the mid 90's and I only just found out about IdeaStorm through a PodCast.

If people know they can have a voice and make a difference, they'll use it.

Thanks


This idea has been partially implemented, as our new home page now has a prominent link to "Dell Community" - within that page are links to IdeaStorm and our other community properties, including Dell Community Forums, Direct2Dell, StudioDell, etc. Thanks for the idea!!!
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Sponsor the Free Software Foundation

Sales Strategies, Software submitted by badblood 06/19/07 **NOT NOW**

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XPS M1210 with ubuntu or opensuse..Please!!!

Linux, XPS products submitted by gabox 06/18/07

Could Dell pre-installed it distros ???

thanks a lot from Argentina. 2 Comments »

More physical switches on laptops

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Desktops and Laptops submitted by badblood 06/26/07

Please include on laptops and desktops additional physical switches to adjust or turn on and off:

-Volume
-Screen brightness; and turn on/off screen
-Webcam
-Microphone
-LAN
-External drives/media

Not electronic buttons that don't work when the HD the is booting or doing something else annoying- but physical switches that you can turn off anytime and that override the system.....

Thanks. 3 Comments »

Vote for Sexy Designs (better than Apple) Now that Dell has acquired Alienware

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Desktops and Laptops submitted by pranavtrehun007 06/20/07

1) Brands like Apple and Alienware definitely beat Dell when it comes to COOL looks.

2) Now that Dell has acquired Alienware, its more easy to offer cool designs to EVERYBODY. 8 Comments »

Use magsafe power connectors

Laptops, Laptop Power submitted by badblood 05/20/07 **UNDER REVIEW**

MagSafe power connectors, by Apple, are magnetic power connectors that pull out harmlessly when the cord is tripped upon.



They are very cool and quite sensible.





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Touchscreen Desktop

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Desktops, Monitors and Displays submitted by jewishnose14 06/25/07

Dell should create a monitor/desktop with a touchscreen interface that responds well and is relatively cheap. 4 Comments »

Dell with Linux for Latin America

Linux, Sales Strategies, Service and Support submitted by rolfds 06/18/07 **IMPLEMENTED**

Dell con Linux para Latino America


Units are now offered with Linux for Latin America customers
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I want Dell Linux in Belgium

Linux, Service and Support submitted by jetable 06/18/07

Thank you! 4 Comments »

Next step: most systems should have a choice of OS, including Linux

Linux, Operating Systems submitted by phubert 05/24/07

First step: offer Linux on -specific- systems
NEXT step: offer a CHOICE of OS on MOST systems

CHOICE is GOOD! Wouldn't it be SIMPLER FOR DELL to provide the same options for each class of system? So, a drop-down list of OS choices?

ONE web page for EACH model of system. SAME format for EVERY page! 18 Comments »

Have option to opt out of Dell catalog to help save the environment

Advertising and Marketing submitted by improvedell 06/19/07

On the Dell catalog that is mailed every month by snail mail, have a phone number on the back cover, right next to the "Help Keep America Green" logo, so that customers can call to stop receiving the catalog. I'm sure that there are many customers like me that just throw the catalog away as soon as I get it. I know if I want something, I can find it easier on Dell.com. This would save Dell money on printing catalogs and postage and save many trees.

The phone number should be a dedicated automated line to take people off of the catalog mail list - enter customer number, press one to be removed from the mail list. 7 Comments »

How about limiting user name length?

IdeaStorm submitted by mistern 06/24/07

Yeah right, jorge_is_my_hero_he_is_so_cool_and_smart_i_think_he-should_be_president is a funny guy. Still, his name is too long.

How about limiting user names to 20 characters (or maybe even less)?

Come on, you bloody like this idea! 4 Comments »

Use noise cancelling technology to make Dell PCs quieter

Environment, Desktops and Laptops submitted by turbot 06/19/07

With some careful design, it would be possible for dell to significantly reduce the volume and noise levels of their PCs. 2 Comments »

Apply an Energy Star Rating System to your Products

Environment submitted by badblood 05/18/07

Everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment. Choosing an energy efficient appliance is one way to do this while saving money. Apply a star rating for all your products, which rates their energy consumption and ability to be recycled.



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