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Pre installed software

Software submitted by vaughnhart 05/22/07

My idea is to make a list of software options available and allow us to choose exactly what we want on our system. Provide the list and a clear description of what each software choice provides. Just like we choose amount of memory, size of hard drive, etc. 2 Comments »

Optional Cup Holder

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Desktops submitted by timothy_chambers 05/22/07

I think we need a cup holder for xps gamers out there so we dont have to put our drink somewhere else. We should have a modular cup holder right by the cd/;dvd drive. Thank You 10 Comments »

Create a separate FreeBSD and or PC-BSD category for Idea Storm

IdeaStorm submitted by jakerivers 05/22/07

Create a separate FreeBSD or PC-BSD category for Idea Storm.
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include error-correcting RAM in all DELL PCs

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Desktops and Laptops submitted by ryohazuki 05/23/07

include RAM that can correct 1 bit of information every byte to reduce crashes and blue screens of death Comment »

Dell: Supporting the new Ubuntu systems

Dell Web Site, Sales Strategies submitted by phubert 05/23/07

Dell can provide: a web 'forum', linked FROM the sales pages, dedicated to support for the new Ubuntu laptop/desktop system offerings. 17 Comments »

Fix Sonic Drive Letter Access on new Vista machines

Software submitted by udonkey 05/23/07

Dell has been selling Vista machines now for almost 4 full months, yet new computers are still being shipped with the old Sonic Drive Letter Access (a.k.a. Roxio Drag-to-Disc). This causes a very annoying popup and affects system performance on startup.

This is a relatively easy fix for computer owners (download via Roxio.com), but this should be something even easier for Dell to fix on their end.

Get it right the first time...stop making your customers have to fix your mistakes. 2 Comments »

Offer Vi Reference Mug as option or included with Linux OS's

Linux submitted by jorge 05/23/07

Dell should offer or include the Vi Reference Mug for Linux OS sales. This will provide novice (aka noob's, hey need to use Linux lingo) a handy editing reference as they are weened off of Notepad, MS-Word and other GUI based editors. This will reduce the amount of support calls as to why they can't edit a file or get out of input mode or into it, not to mention why their files are filled with ~'s. 10 Comments »

Reward most popular ideas put into action

IdeaStorm submitted by j.bandringa 04/21/07

There's a lot of interesting ideas on IdeaStorm. It’s time to motivate people even more!

Why not give the persons who posted the most popular ideas, put into action at Dell, a free Dell computer of their choice?

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3 Grand Ideas for Ubuntu on Dell

Linux submitted by xaviour 05/23/07

If you're going to do LINUX. Do LINUX RIGHT.

1) Make use of/and or continue development of OpenGL/Beryl/Compiz.

I know that this is primarily a Novell thing, however, that project was governed by the GPL v2 was it not? Let's make linux fun for all, and easy to use.

2) Offer the Enlightenment desktop as an available option with your Ubuntu based solutions. Those of us that have wanted to switch to apple would be content with and easy to use desktop environment that was fun to work with.

3) To compete with the Software Giant in security and reliability, Offer the ext3cow versioning file system as an alternative during installation. 4 Comments »

Free documentation

Service and Support submitted by walter_br 05/23/07

Everybody wins with a free documentation, and as a long time costumer of Dell and developer I would like to ask for you guys from Dell to help us, developers on this movement 4 Comments »

Dell should do away with proprietary 3-pin connectors for its cooling fans, and other proprietary parts.

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.) submitted by jakerivers 05/24/07

Dell should do away with proprietary 3-pin connectors for its cooling fans, and other proprietary parts. 20 Comments »

Sell IdeaStorm to corporate customers

IdeaStorm submitted by nosty2 05/24/07

Dell's IdeaStorm itself is a great idea that I am promoting my own company to implement. Since Dell has already built this, it should sell it to its corporate customers. I don't see why every organization shouldn't use this. 2 Comments »

[Dell completed this idea well] Explain why the media is reporting " Dell...systems with Ubuntu 7.04 installed...Windows desktop is significantly cheaper.

Dell, Linux submitted by jmxz 05/24/07

UPDATE: Dell explained it well in the comments to this Idea

The answer is most likely that the magazine probably got an incorrect price from a still-in-progress version of the web site.

The media is reporting that you are charging more for your Ubuntu systems than your Windows

http://www.itwire.com.au/content/view/12396/1023/

Dell has announced three different systems with Ubuntu 7.04 installed: the XPS 410n and Dimension E520n desktops and the Inspiron E1505n notebook. However, those expecting lower prices for their Linux boxes may be disappointed because there is little or no price differential between the Linux and Windows models. In fact, the entry level E520 Windows desktop is significantly cheaper.

Scanning the internet I see many [conspiracy] theories:

1. Perhaps: The author of the article is confused due to differences in the hardware they didn't notice?
2. Perhaps: Windows has less than no cost to you because Microsoft pays you more (in co-marketing funds) than they charge you?
3. Perhaps: Microsoft has a side deal with you making it in your interests to see your Linux options fail?
4. Perhaps: You're pricing based on Value, not Cost - so of course the Linux ones would cost more?

To end lots of speculation and rumors growing on the internet- could you guys explain why the media is reporting that the "free" OS apparently is costing more than the "expensive" OS? 12 Comments »

Retractable powers cords

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.) submitted by rr 05/24/07

Dell Should start making Retractable power cords attached to the adapter especially for note books. This will prevent the users from winding the power cord around the adapter and fastening it using the rubber strap\belt. 6 Comments »

All Dell Laptops should come with metal hinges

Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Laptops submitted by rajesh_rs 05/24/07

I have noticed that the Dell laptops are not as rugged as Lenovo or IBM Thinkpad. I would love to buy a Dell laptop which has metallic hinges which can hold firm and not vibrate when I am typing or moving my laptop around. 4 Comments »

Where'd the Windows E1505's values go?

Dell Web Site submitted by jmxz 05/24/07

When trying to compare the E1505N with the E1505, it seems the E1505 offers you have

http://www.dell.com/content/products/features.aspx/cto_inspn_e1505?c=us&cs=19...


and the "Customize it" links take you to "We're sorry, but we are unable to process your request. The e-value code you entered is either incorrect, not eligible on the Dell Home & Home Office website, or has expired."

Hopefully this isn't because you're removing the good deals you had on Windows ones just to make the Linux ones more "cheaper" [1/2 kidding]. 6 Comments »

Include the UBUNTU CD!

Linux submitted by lucianotolfo 05/24/07

it wold be great to have the instalation cd of ubuntu with the purchase of the pc, so then i can install aditional software from it or re-install the o.s. after formatting... 15 Comments »

Make an efford to includ UBUNTU in more pc and lower linux pc prices

Linux, Sales Strategies submitted by lucianotolfo 05/24/07

We want more variety of desktops and notbooks pc with UBUNTU linux pre-installed. And also to get a more significant difference in linux products than windows ones (no just $50)

The Windows o.s. is much more expensive than UBUNTU linux o.s. !!!

Let customers have a cheap pc by reducing costs on software... Comment »

Ubuntu for Australia too!

Advertising and Marketing, Linux submitted by badblood 05/24/07

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Dell Ubuntu for Latin America and the rest of the world!

Advertising and Marketing, Linux submitted by lucianotolfo 05/24/07

We want to have the possibility to buy a linux based dell pc in Latin America too and also in other parts of the world...

Please take into account other markets (not only in US) to sell a Ubuntu dell pc 6 Comments »