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Product Description
Meet the Inspiron 15 — a 15.6" laptop computer for your everyday needs. With an attractive, stylish design and mobile technology, this laptop features everything you want for everyday computing. The Inspiron 15 offers a modern black palmrest. Not to mention Intel Pentium Dual Core processors, a Dell Dock and optional facial recognition software, all at a value within reach. Includes Microsoft Works and a 30-day trial of McAfee SecurityCenter with anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #239 in Personal Computers
- Color: Jet Black
- Brand: Dell
- Model: i1545-4583JBK
- Dimensions: 1.47" h x 14.70" w x 9.60" l, 9.00 pounds
- Hard Disk: 320GB
- Battery type: Lithium Ion
- Display size: 15.4
Features
- 2.2GHz Intel Pentium Dual Core T4400 Processor (1MB cache, 800MHz FSB)
- 4GB System Memory; Media Card Reader; 10/100 Ethernet; Wireless 802.11 b/g Card
- 320GB Hard Drive; DVD/CD±R/RW Optical Drive - Plays and creates CDs and DVDs
- 15.6" Display; Integrated Intel 4500 MHD Media Accelerator Graphics; Built-in 1.3MP webcam
- Windows 7 Home Premium Operating System (64-bit); 6-cell Battery; High Definition Audio 2.0
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Product Description
Dell Inspiron 15: Streamlined Design, Powerful Processing
Stay connected wherever you roam with the Dell Inspiron 1545 laptop in black, which features a bright, vivid 15.6-inch LCD screen and long-lasting 6-cell battery. Weighing just under 6 pounds, it's a great choice for both work and play with the screen's high-definition resolution and included DVD drive (which can also burn dual-layer DVD and CD media).
 The integrated 1.3-megapixel camera and digital array microphone helps you stay in touch with family, friends and business associates. |
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Key Features
- 15.6-inch TrueLife widescreen display with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels (native 720p for high-definition viewing). It also provides TrueLife high-gloss/anti-reflective technology, which features a sharp contrast finish that's well suited to immersive 3D games and watching videos.
- 2.2 GHz Intel Pentium T4400 dual-core processor with 1 MB L2 cache and 800 MHz front side bus (FSB)
- 320 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
- 4 GB of installed DDR2 RAM (800 MHz)
- Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD graphics
- 8x multi-format DVD drive supports reading/writing of CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM
- 1.3-megapixel webcam with facial recognition software automatically secures your computer when you're away. This software adapts to your changing looks so you can expect faster login times. Also, there's no need to remember numerous passwords for password-protected Web sites.
- Dell Video Chat helps you stay in touch with family and friends using video chat, record and send video email, or even make PC-to-PC phone calls around the world. The application also supports four-way calling, making virtual family reunions a reality.
- Built-in stereo speakers with standard headphone and microphone jacks
- 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g)
- Fast Ethernet (10/100)
- 7-in-1 memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), Hi-Capacity Secure Digital (SDHC), Hi-Density Secure Digital (SDHD), Multi Media Card (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS Pro), and xD Picture Card (xD) media
- Three USB 2.0 ports
- VGA video output
- Dell Dock: Enjoy a cleaner desktop with this application organizer. Installed software applications on your PC are automatically sorted into user-friendly categories placing your most frequently used programs front and center.
- Dell Remote Access enables you to easily access photos, music, movies and more on your home system using another Internet-connected computer. No more waiting until you get home to get the files you need.
- Dell DataSafe Online optional online backup service (additional charges applicable) offers data protection by enabling you to back up data to a safe, remote storage site using a broadband connection. Dell DataSafe Online is designed to be easy, flexible and secure. After setup, it will automatically back up data and help protect against software, hardware and catastrophic failure.
- Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
- Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It's the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process.
- Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Enjoy a 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007.
- 6-cell battery
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 9.6 x 1.5 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 5.8 pounds
What's in the Box
This package includes the Dell Inspiron 1545 (i1545-4583JBK), 6-cell rechargeable battery, AC adapter, and printed documentation. It's backed by a 1-year limited warranty with mail-in service.
The centrally located, easy-to-use Dell Support Center application offers provides personalized support resources. Conveniently located on your PC's desktop with quick links to service, support and system resources. You'll be able to keep your system up-to-date and running efficiently through automated fixes for common configuration issues.
Customer Reviews
Perfect everyday work horse!!!!
I'm not sure where the above bad reviews came from, but I find it hard to believe that anyone had such a bad experience with the same system that I bought from Amazon. Looks like most of the reviews are for computers bought from someone else or even directly from Dell, and the guy that bought 3 in the last year and had all of them crash within a month after the warranty expired????? well that doesn't make since.... they all come with a 1 yr warranty, and if he bought three within the last year, then they would still be under warranty..... but I digress,,, and here is my review:
I bought the Inspiron i1545 that is sold on Amazon.com and it has more than met my expectations. I figured that a $619 laptop would be the low end of the spectrum when looking for performance, but this has all the componants of the "high end", as far as RAM and Hard disc. Win 7 makes it easy and has very fast start up and shut down times. It runs very effeciently when I have multiple windows open and I'm gettting close to 8 hours between charges (so far). I did a ton of research for computers before making this purchase, and even went to places like Best Buy so I could get a better feel for what the computer looks and feels like. This Inspiron has all the qualities I was looking for: Sleek, light weight, incredibly clear screen, and responsive keys. Add that together with the 4GB of RAM, 500GB of Hard disc, and I love the "Dell Dock" that allows me to put all my icons in one place, which keeps my desktop clean and professional looking.
My opinion is that you cannot go wrong with this system. You certainly get more for your money!
Never again
I have purchased three from this company in the past year -- we have twins in college and each needed one -- then one for personal/home use.
Within a month after each warranty expired, the hard drive died. Nothing could be done but order a replacement - which first requires a $49 diagnostic fee....before they can even tell you what the part is that is needed and how much that will cost.
They cannot replace items lost on the drive --- so be sure to have your own external hard drive or system for back up. They are no help.
This happened three times!! Three different laptops!! All with simple use at home and university. Each just AFTER the warranty expired -- and they are in India -- and make no adjustments to "policy" -- and have the most effective system of blocking customers from access to attaining help.
Never, ever again. Burned THREE times -- with THREE different laptops. Never, never again.
Decent basic office computer but consider it A Throwaway computer --
NOTE: After doing some research, I have found that the 2 brands with the lowest number of problems after 2 years are:
Toshiba
Asus
HP finished last.
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I purchased this system about 9 months ago and for about 4 months, it received little to no use. However, as my IBM started acting up more and I started teaching online, I switched to the Dell as my primary system about 6 weeks ago. Yesterday, it started powering down randomly throughout the day. Since I teach online, I'm online most of the day. Tonight, it basically wouldn't even complete the boot sequence before shutting down again. I'm VERY VERY unhappy. No -- I didn't pay a lot for the system (less than four hundred bucks) but I expect it to last longer than 2 months of daily use. Well never buy a Dell again.
My primary computer is an Thinkpad T61 which I love. It isn't fancy but my needs aren't fancy, either. I'm an IT person and also teach online so alot of what I am doing is accessing work systems remotely through VPN, using Microsoft Office, using the Internet etc. I'm not into gaming but do listen to music through my computer a lot.
When my Thinkpad started shutting down at random intervals, I knew I couldn't afford to be without a computer... nor did I have the money to get a new Thinkpad. I wanted something pretty inexpensive that would be powerful enough to do what I needed. I went to our local Wally World to see what they had and they had this system for a price MUCH MUCH lower than listed here -- basically for the cost of a netbook. The one I have has 3 GB memory and runs Vista (though I could upgrade to Windows 7 if I were so inclined)
This is a very adequate system for what I need to do. I have been using it for about 3 months now with absolutely no reliability issues at all. I wasn't wild about the feel of the trackpad but since I use it at home all the time, I use my handy dandy Kensington Expert Mouse Optical USB Trackball for PC or Mac 64325. The keyboard is fine to type on -- not as nice and crisp as my Thinkpad but not as squishy as some I have tried. I like the fact that it does not overheat -- I have had issues with HP systems that would get so hot you could barely touch them.
The screen is gorgeous -- though again, I would prefer a non-glare screen but that is becoming harder and harder to find.
Performance is adequate. It doesn't seem as zippy as my Thinkpad but that is probably the difference between running Vista and XP since the specs on the Dell are better than the specs on the Thinkpad.
As shallow as this sounds, the Dell looks really nice -- mine is a medium blue and I really like the styling.
I can tell that the build quality isn't the same as more expensive systems. However, I don't need a rugged system since I'm just using it for home use. Battery life is respectable but again, 99 percent of the time, I have it plugged in.
Overall, I'm very satisfied with the system and would not hesitate to buy it again -- especially for what little it cost. The usability and "ergonomics" of the system are not significantly worse than more expensive systems and for basic home-office use, I believe it is a great system doing what I need it to do without being over-engineered for gaming and other system-intensive applications. Probably the most resource intensive thing I run on it is SAS Learning Edition 4.1: With the Little SAS Book for Enterprise Guide 4.1 and Mathematica and those work just fine.
If you need a good basic system without alot of bells and whistles, I think you will be satisfied with this computer. Just don't plan to get too attached to it because of the quality issues associated with Dell.
After doing some research, I have found that the 2 brands with the lowest number of problems after 2 years are:
Toshiba
Asus
HP finished last.
