This new one is an absolute nightmare! I have had it in 3 times because it crashes constantly. Any document worth keeping, I store on a CD-RW disk. The repair guy has tried doing Windows 7 Up-Grade on it with no improvement whatsoever. It crahes faster when using Satallite Internet vs Air Card. Personally, it has to be the VISTA program. Would love to uninstall current program and get XP... But repair guy says it cannot happen.

months- motherbooard replaced due to not reconizing the charger or batt- the hinge has also been replaced 2 times and is need of repair again) Sounds like I've been playing Rugby with it doesn't it? Of course it all started happening 3 wks out of warranty. Buy an extended warranty people- it's well worth it!

The Dell Inspiron 1525 makes a perfect hackintosh. Everything works but the ethernet, and there's some alpha drivers out there for it now. If you're looking for a Mac but don't want to stress out your wallet, this is the way to go. I'm using one now as I write this. This is a good place to get started for you intrepid few: http://bit.ly/N2OuH