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Allow operating system CHOICE

Linux, Operating Systems, Sales Strategies submitted by rahbm Apr 9

Please make the operating system a priced option on EVERY PC, so that people know how much they are paying, and for what.

This will allow Ubuntu users to buy any system, as opposed to the limited range now, increasing sales.

This will not disadvantage Windows purchasers; they can simply tick the box for XP or Vista, and have a choice not available now.

This will also open up sales to those who want NO operating system, so that they can load their own. So far I have always bought 'white-box' PCs, but would like the ability to buy a real brand-name PC with support and warranty.

Simplified ordering (just pick the PC), with more potential customers!

Thank you for your consideration. 2 Comments »

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Add dedicated graphics to all Inspiron laptops

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Inspiron products, Laptops submitted by ccpljat Apr 25

I want dedicated graphics to be added as an option on all the Inspiron laptops. I don't have a lot of money and can't afford the XPS systems. At least give the option for 128 MB dedicated on all Inspirons. Comment »

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Offer No OS Option on all PCs for Home / Small Business Markets

Operating Systems submitted by gear Apr 22

Why not sell PCs with no OS installed and just include the drivers disk for popular OSes that are known to work on it like (XP, Linux, and Vista).

I already have licenses for XP and Linux and I can install my own here.

Having the drivers disk would mean I don't have to download them. 3 Comments »

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Order linux on Dell from any part of world

Linux, Laptops submitted by zigcatus Apr 11

Dell Can Australia have a Ubuntu OS Laptop

Why not let any one in any part of the world order ubuntu operating system on a Dell laptop we in Australia seem to be out of luck with no listing on the Australian Dell website that give us a linux OS link. Orders are made online I think we would wait the little bit more time if a ubuntu Dell laptop has to come from US or UK just get the power supply right for Australia that all, not that hard you think. And go for the Apple power plug it just a great idea smart and simple.

Allan 6 Comments »

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Do not scale back build-to-order systems

Desktops and Laptops submitted by masterr Apr 5 **ALREADY OFFERED**

Today in the news I read that Dell "is moving away from its build-to-order model to reduce costs. Dell is limiting the degree to which buyers can dictate specifications while expanding its line of prepackaged models". Please do not do this. The options build-to-order system is what sets Dell above some of the competition. By scaling this back and removing customization choices you remove some of the appeal of buying a Dell machine online. Please do not scale this back.


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Avoid Glare On Screens and Notebook Frames

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Sales Strategies, Laptops submitted by bobetsue 02/20/07

Glare and reflection from high glare screens, screen frames, and notebook computers is annoying and distract from function and use.

In stores, this may be a marketing ploy. Consumers may not fully understand the problem of glare. Online sellers like Dell should inform buyers when shopping whether the screen and case are "glare" or "nonglare."

When "nonglare" was introduced to television, shoppers considered it an advantage worthy of extra expense. In the art world, nonglare glass is considered worthy of extra expense.

How did we ever get glossy screens?

Dell should offer customers a choice between "glare" and "nonglare." 226 Comments »

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Dell: join in! Offer a low-cost Linux PC!

Linux, Sales Strategies, Desktops and Laptops submitted by phubert Apr 2

It appears Dell remains afraid of Microsoft... and here is an answer we haven't heard from Dell on IdeaStorm:

"The top PC makers have so far treaded carefully. Dell's website sells Ubuntu computers in a separate section for open-source PCs, out of direct comparison with Windows machines. Dell spokeswoman Anne Camden said the placement reflects the fact that Linux is still not a mainstream consumer product."

From the USA Today article:

Burst of low-end PCs could boost Linux

"Business computing suppliers are finding open-source desktops especially gaining traction in cost-conscious developing markets. For example, IBM and Linux vendor Red Hat recently launched Microsoft-free desktops for Eastern Europe.

One buyer is Aleksandar Spagnut, a director of Moscow-based Rushotel, which needed new desktop PCs for a hotel-building project. Spagnut said his company saved 30 to 35% over comparable Windows machines. He added that Linux PCs are now common enough that a snowball effect is emerging, whereby technical support and "drivers" — which essentially tell programs how to interact with hardware — are much easier to find." ****

http://www.usatoday.com/tech/products/software/2008-04-01-cheap-pc-linux_N.ht... 19 Comments »

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Stop Overcharging on Notebook RAM

Sales Strategies, Laptops submitted by realskript 08/28/07 **UNDER REVIEW**

Dell really... REALLY need to stop overcharging... and when i say overcharing... i mean atleast double what you would pay to pick up the ram yourself.
On XPS Notebooks... you are charging $500 for 4GB of ram... when you could easily go pick them up at your local computer shop for $250... and pocket the other half of the $500...

It would be nice if dell could save the customers as well as the company itself this hassle.. and start charging NORMAL prices for an upgrade in RAM.

thanks =D

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Give XPS Notebooks Gigabit Ethernet

XPS products submitted by croftki Feb 17

I understand that Dell market research says home users in general are not interested in gigabit ethernet for home networks. Those who pay for the premium design in the XPS line, however, are more likely to want gigabit ethernet. I would rather buy something more exciting than a business class notebook, but I want to build on my home technology with each purchase I make. XPS Notebooks unfortunately do not help me do this. It seems my only option is to buy a Latitude. 28 Comments »

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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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Price To High When Adding Components Configuring New XPS Systems

XPS products submitted by syrics06 Feb 4

When configuring an XPS system on the dell website I noticed the prices were very high when adding or upgrading parts.

Examples:

1) 2GB DDR2 667 TO 4GB DDR2 667 $150?
This shouldn't cost the customer more then $50.00.

2) 8800GT 512MB TO 8800 GTX $400?
The 8800GT is already a $300.00 card...shouldn't this be more like $200??

Vote for Dell to LOWER PRICING ON UPGRADES for XPS systems. 5 Comments »

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Please have Dell Customer Care Reps that Speak CLEAR ENGLISH

Service and Support submitted by syrics06 Feb 4

I don't know how many times have I called in for service and not been able to understand my Dell Customer Care Rep.

Says it in the title.

Dell Help! 10 Comments »

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Plant

Dell submitted by albertlea345 Feb 4

Dell sould build a new computer plant in Albert Lea MN. 3 Comments »

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XPS

XPS products submitted by rdiegel Feb 4

Offer XP Pro on XPS high end systems 10 Comments »

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Speed Up The Time It Takes To Process Ubuntu Orders!

Dell, Service and Support submitted by aikiwolfie Feb 4

On Friday I ordered an XPS M1330n. The order still hasn't been processed. I know this because I can't check the progress on line and I haven't received the e-mail yet. I know it can take four working days (not sure why) to process the payment. However with all past orders processing hasn't taken more than a day. Even with orders placed at the weekend.

As I've order a Ubuntu system I'm clearly not a top priority for Dell. 4 Comments »

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cheaper computers for students in Africa

Education submitted by uche2eme Feb 5

I think Dell can contribute by making computers that are cheaper for the students in Africa. Ithink they can actually make a lot of sales in a country like Nigeria andI think thet should use some of the money they are making from the red tag sales to make computers that students can afford and encourage education. 1 Comment »

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A Hardware-enforced Read-Only hard drive for the OS.

New Product Ideas submitted by jmxz Feb 5

I've been tasked with looking into computers for internet connected kiosks; and while these will be mostly unattended with non-computer people doing first-line support of them. I'd like to somehow guarantee that these machines will stay virus-free; and imagine that pretty much the only maintenance the first line support people will be competent to do is to turn the thing off and on.

My impression is that a Read Only hard drive for the OS would be a good solution.

Yes, I know that in most (all?) OS's I can mount the drive with the OS as "read only" - but if this is a software mount option, it seems conceivable that a user could re-mount it read-write.

Yes, I know that I could boot from some read-only media (a CD) but prefer the flexibility and size of hard drives.

It seems the ideal solution is if Dell computers had a switch -- possibly a BIOS setting; possibly a mechanical switch; possibly a jumper -- that could set the OS hard disk to read only.

Apparently some machines have bios settings that'll block disk accesses; but it's unclear which machines let disks be readable but not writable. Do Dell's? The hardware switch seems pretty straightforward (disconnect a couple of the wires for IDE, a bit more for SATA); and people sell such devices). But it's be cool if the computer could do this straight out-of-the-box.

Also might be appealing to end users too. If the OS disk is Read-Only, naive home users would be pretty immune to viruses. Though then they'd have a couple more steps to go through when they want to upgrade their OS. 6 Comments »

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Expandable battery - where you can add on extra cells

submitted by laxboy10 Feb 5

Create a battery that is a 6 cell, but you can make it a 9 cell, all you need to do is add an attachment to it. This way the laptop battery will be small and light if you want to carry it around in your house but it will have a long battery life if you add the extra cells so then you can travel with it. This will be revolutionary and will be the best of both worlds, a powerful and small battery. Comment »

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Run your computer with body heat

Environment, New Product Ideas, Simplify IT submitted by mkmaster78 Feb 5

New chips are being design that run orders of magnitude less on power. Such as these here:http://www.wired.com/science/discoveries/news/2008/02/efficient_chips

Dell push for these in the market place to cut IT power costs and save us all a few needed bucks. 7 Comments »



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