Upgrading a Dell Inspiron 1525 or Vostro 1510

BJC · 24-09-2008 05:37PM #1

Hey guys, looking to buy a laptop and need to get it sorted tonight!
Been looking at the Dell Vostro and Inspiron 1525. My budget really is about 500 - 600 at a stretch. Although my needs are simple enough (web-browsing, music and film downloading/watching and using basic microsoft works) I still want the best I can get and I want it to be of a high enough spec to last the length of my tuition. I just started first year and I plan to continue with further education after I get my bachelors.

Is the inspiron 1525 integrated or can I upgrade it myself. Link:
http://www1.euro.dell.com/content/products/productdetails.aspx/inspnnb_1525?c=ie&cs=iedhs1&l=en&s=dhs

Same question about the Vostro. Link:
http://www1.euro.dell.com/content/products/features.aspx/4x_vostro_1510?c=ie&cs=iebsdt1&l=en&s=bsd

Lastly, assuming these laptops are upgradeable is it difficult to put the likes of this in it:
http://www.komplett.ie/k/ki.aspx?sku=343055

I guess I really want to know which to buy, any help much appreciated!

Alanstrainor · 24-09-2008 05:45PM

As far as upgrading is concerned. That particular drive will not fit, you would have to buy a 2.5" SATA drive. Hard drives and memory are really the only easily upgradeable parts on most laptops.
Also keep in mind that the prices for the vostros are Ex.VAT. I woould check out Dell outlet and look for a good deal. Bearing in mind that prices on Dells outlet site are also Ex.VAT. Delivery is usually free on systems over 400

Upgrading a Dell Inspiron 1525 or Vostro 1510

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