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Offer Vista-64 bit with all computers like HP

Dell, Operating Systems submitted by jhill25570 Sep 30

Dell did not offer the Vista 64 bit, until, after, HP, and Gateway, offer 64-bit.

Now, Dell, only offer Vista 64-bit with some computes.

Dell should offer Vista, 64-bit with all Dell computer, like HP.

64-bit is the future direction of computers. So, why is Dell trying to keep selling the old 32 bit system.

Some of Dell customers may not understand that computers are moving from 32 bit, to 64 bit.

Dell is not helping the customers, by not offering Vista 64 bit on all computers, like HP.

You can not get the, new, Intel Core 2, Quad Processor Q9400, as a 64-bit, on the Inspron 518. You must get it as a 32-bit.

The, New, Intel, Quad-core, Q9400, should come as a 32 bit, or 64-bit system.. 6 Comments »

SLI 9800M GTX GPU's for M1730

Inspiron products, Laptops submitted by brandondude Sep 26

The 9800M GTX GPU is currently the fastest mobile GPU on the market, beating out AMD and their ATI chips, who have yet to provide a response to Nvidia's amazing chip. I would recommend to implement the newest technology as soon as possible so when it is released and people want to purchase it, they will come to Dell knowingly that they can get the latest and greatest instead of going to another competing notebook manufacturer because they have the newest technology.
Also, implement DDR3 memory and the newest Intel Chipsets, such as the X9100, P7350, P8400, P9500, and the soon-to-be-released quad core processors with 1333mhz FSB opposed to the current 1066mhz FSB. Comment »

Give Latin America a Nvidia Dual 8800 Upgrade Program.

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), XPS products submitted by stormrider451 Sep 18

Alright so my other idea was to make the 8800 available when you buy the m1730. This one now ask for an upgrade program to be made available in Latin America for those of us who were unlucky enough to get the M1730 with 8700's. Comment »

Offer Dual GeForce 8800's for M1730 in Latin America.

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Sales Strategies, XPS products submitted by stormrider451 Sep 18

Right now Dell only offers the M1730 in Latin America with two options:

Single Nvidia 8700
Dual Nvidia 8700

I know the Nvidia Dual 8700's are horrible (I got them with my M1730) so it would make sense for DELL to keep selling them to latin american costumers to just get rid of them. But I think you really need to offer us the better 8800's to make this computer what it really was built to be, a beast for gaming. So you should offer it because it would make a better computer and your costumers would end up very much please with your product.

Plus, if I decide to get the 8800 upgrade program when I go to the US over the summer, the warranty here in Latin America will not be able to replace them. Why? Because they have no laptop with 8800's and therefore do not carry it in their tech support inventory; they simply dont have it. 3 Comments »

You Ask Us Questions

IdeaStorm submitted by brokencrystal Aug 19 **UNDER REVIEW**

Why don't you guys (Dell R&D) ask us some questions on ideastorm and let us vote on them like we do now? This way if you guys have an idea you want to include in an upcoming product, you can ask our opinions and let us promote or demote the ideas. This would be much better than developing something, then waiting for us to complain about the finished product. I am sure that costs you money in sales, redesign, and development.


Please see vida_k's comment
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Mike Ming art on XPS products

XPS products submitted by dimn Aug 20

I really appreciated Mike Ming's art for Studio and Inspiron notebooks, and I'd love to see that - and more of it - on the XPS line.
In case it hadn't been thought of by now. 2 Comments »

No more plastic wrap, please

Environment submitted by falbert May 22 **UNDER REVIEW**

In the last shipment of computers I received I was shocked by the amount of plastic wrap used for items like power cords, USB cables, VGA/DVI cables. Do these items really need to be individually wrapped in a plastic bag. I can just imagine the tons of plastic used by Dell annually...

Something to think about


Please see brooks_p's comment
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Multiple laptop screens

Monitors and Displays, Laptops submitted by nizzy Jun 12

With this new multiple laptop screens innovation, many graphic designers, stock market traders or engineers can now open and display more than one windows on different screens. I have the design in 3D images from different angles and perspectives. These additional screens are located around the actual laptop screen within the base unit. Each screen can be rotatable and they can be slide in/out. Also laptop can dock to this multi-screen base unit, All screens can also be folded with the laptop for travelling as well. For example, a dam engineer can use this new idea to present his machine parts on different screens to his staff. Or, a stock market trader can watch his/her stocks from multiple screens without opening many windows on one monitor. How about this? A doctor is giving presentation about a broken bone construction without turning his laptop screen to people who are sitting across him, because each screen can be twisted to opposite direction and window turns upside down for correct display direction. There are many useful niches for this product.

THIS IDEA HAS BEEN PATENTED IN EUROPE AND TURKEY. US AND JAPAN PATENTS ARE ON THE WAY.

How to hear from an official a bad or good comments.

Thank you
Nizam Comment »

MOBO Extension

Desktops and Laptops submitted by lucky7 Jun 8

- Today, you can upgrade some of the computer HW functionality via external add-ons such as adding a larger HD, changing to a new display, or adding a new keyboard.
- This provides some expanded computing and may forestall obsolescence.

- Why not look into providing the capability to expand a desktop, laptop or handheld indefinitely via an external MOBO extension function?
- This could potentially let users add SW to their computers nearly indefinitely, while never running into a performance ceiling.
- A MOBO extension could be a good half-step to a full PC/laptop upgrade. 3 Comments »

Dell needs to put back option for 64-bit operating system

Operating Systems, Desktops and Laptops submitted by helmecj01 May 30

Dell needs to put back option for 64-bit operating system like XP 64-bit and Vista 64-bit for all desktops and Laptops. 3 Comments »

Recomendations for M1730

XPS products submitted by codyfranklin205 May 23

I have seen the M1730, and I am amazed at this high end gaming laptop, but... Dell leaves something to be desired. I have combined several (say... 80) reviews as well as my own experience to summarize what should be included in the next lineup. Below I have listed some recomendations for the next model.

1. HDMI output
2. Internal modem
3. More USP ports
4. Gigabit ethernet
5. More color options for lid
6. Availible WiFi with 4 types (a/b/g/n) 5 Comments »

M1730 More USB Slots on the back.

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), XPS products submitted by stormrider451 May 17

Hello there..

I currently own a M1730 and I think this computer is lacking in the USB department. It does have a total of four USB slots (one in back, two on the right and one in the left). But, I think one in the back is too little. Even my Inspiron E1405 has two USB slots on the back. I think the M1730 should have at least two slots in the back because this computer serves as a Desktop replacement for many people. And due to its relative lack of mobility, it usually stays put on the desk (as in my case). Therefore, the printer will be connected, and many other things will be connected to this computer at all times like a desktop usually is. Therefore, once that back USB is taken up by the printer, any other cabled device will have to go right on the side which looks aweful, the less cables you see plugged into your computer, the better.
So, I speak out of my own experience that the DELL should have at least 2, 3 or even 4 in the back. It ends up looking so ugly with the cables being plugged in the sides. 5 Comments »

8GB and up for Laptop

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Laptops submitted by cperng 04/20/07

The 2GB maximum memory is too little to do any real work in MS Vista OS, we need minimum 8GB and up for the laptop. 55 Comments »

Dell... Offer Faster RAM!

Sales Strategies submitted by incubus240 Jan 20

Dell needs to offer faster RAM (i.e. If the FSB on the laptop is 800Mhz then match with 800Mhz RAM rather than 667Mhz RAM). I always have to buy the minimum amount of RAM for the system and end up throwing it away. They charge me $350 for 2GB of 667Mhz then I turn around and purchase 4GB of 800Mhz for $130. Since they make you buy at least 2GB... it is such a waiste! 7 Comments »

Keep the XPS Product Line

XPS products submitted by dabrace1984 May 12

According to Engadget (http://www.engadget.com/2008/05/12/dell-dropping-xps-focusing-on-alienware) Dell is going to be dropping the XPS product line and focusing on the Alienware brand for gaming and high performance computing. Promote this Idea to let Dell know that we need to keep the XPS desktop and laptop product line. 31 Comments »

Portable power supply

New Product Ideas, Laptop Power submitted by magiting May 5

Hi Mr. Michael Dell,

I would like to suggest if you can make another product line
which is a rechargeable 2.5 inch Li-Ion battery that is a plug-n-play design. I do not have doubts about the batteries that today's laptops have but each brand are making their own design. I wish a USB insert portable power supply would debut in the market sold by Dell which can have a battery power ranging from 2-5hours. This is especially good when in the mountains camping or making seminars in remote areas. It is a path towards standardized portable power supply for laptops.

Thanks,
magiting 4 Comments »

Making IdeaStorm Even Better!

IdeaStorm submitted by pmdigangi May 4 **REVIEWED**

Here are a few ideas that Dell should consider to create a better, more effective IdeaStorm Community!

1.) Define a clear process that defines for users how to identify and describe their ideas!

Provide users with templates and help guides for submitting their ideas to IdeaStorm. The current process creates the potential for people to mis-categorize ideas, or not designate categories for their idea, making it harder for the community to locate and evaluate all ideas. IdeaStorm needs to provide examples of good and bad idea postings in order to help community members submit ideas that Dell can quickly assess and adopt!

2.) Provide users with the tools for developing consensus!

Let community members have the ability to gain some consensus on controversial ideas. Consider implementing some tools that allow community members to poll each other to make decisions on how to improve the idea.

3.) Dedicate personnel to interact as an organizational representative within the community!

IdeaStorm has certainly improved on its communication with its members. The addition of several moderators has made response times quicker, but members still do not hear from the upper management at Dell about what they think of ideas and whether or not they are feasible. Dell needs to get more involved by not only providing administrative support in terms of site management, but also executive support by having a senior manager login and talk with community members.

4.) Ask questions to understand!

Dell shouldn’t just listen to community members’ ideas, but also ask questions so that the community can improve them! IdeaStorm was created to give feedback on the products and services Dell offers. The community is here to help Dell become a better organization, but in order for the community to be effective we need feedback too. Ask members questions about the ideas to make sure that ideas are not disregarded due to a poor description or presentation. If Dell does not understand an Idea – give the community this feedback so the community can help refine the idea for Dell.

5.) If you let members vote, make it count!

Sometimes members’ views on what constitutes a great product are different from Dell’s. IdeaStorm was created to expand Dell’s ability to leverage ideas from outside the formal organizational boundaries. When members vote for an idea, it should count! Even if Dell does not see it as viable at first, the idea deserves exploring. Dell needs to consider that stifling the democracy of the community frustrates and disenfranchises the community.

6.) When Dell is ready to move forward on an idea, present progress clearly and openly!

When an idea does move forward, it is still difficult for the community to track. Make sure the progress updates are clear about what the next steps are, to keep the community informed. The community wants to know the next steps in detail. If we are your volunteer ideaforce, keep us informed so that we can correct misinterpretations and perhaps provide that key piece of information that is preventing Dell from taking advantage of our ideas.



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Adopt the truly Green and universal GreenPlug Power Supply standard

Environment, Laptop Power submitted by diggaddict Apr 30

Green Plug is the first developer of digital technology that enables real-time collaboration between electronic devices and their power sources. With Green Plug, however, intelligent power supplies communicate with electronic devices and agree upon device power requirements for all devices connected to them. All cables and connectors are uniform; so, they work with any device! Being intelligent power sources, they eliminate wasted “phantom power” (power that is wasted when chargers are plugged in and either connected to devices that are fully charged or have no devices connected to them) and improve power utilization and efficiency.

Come on Dell - Save the Planet and Support GreenPlug ( www.greenplug.us ) !!

We can do away with all those ridiculous powerblocks and have one power standard. If you dont do this I am sure Apple will soon. 2 Comments »

Offer machine specific XP drivers.

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Operating Systems submitted by jtellis Apr 28

I recently bought a refurb 1721. Because of development work I'm doing I need to be running XP Pro. I understand that this machine is designed to work with Vista, but apparently your tech guys are telling people that the drivers don't even exist for XP - which they do.

Given that you are now offering XP as an option on equivalent machines, could you post a machine specific driver package for those of us who would like to switch to XP? That way I don't have to dig through and figure out all the drivers I need, I could just bring down a standard set. 3 Comments »

XPS Laptop Dual Cooling

XPS products, Laptops, Laptop Power submitted by funeagle Apr 27

1) Keep the internal fan for standard cooling when carrying the laptop around.

2) Allow the user to select a dual cooling (water plugs) as an option when configuring the laptop.

3) Hide the two water plugs inside the notebook like on the image bellow:


The user can:
1) Plug in the waterpipes when using it for extensive period at home
2) Pull out the waterpipes when moving the notebook

This way the users will be able to disperse the heat when using the laptop at home using powerful and yet affordable cooling to make the laptop enjoyably silent. Imagine a silent laptop with a reserator like on the picture bellow:

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