I'm looking for a cheap (less than $500) laptop for someone, and I need it this week, so can't wait for a dell deal. it doesn't need to be anything special either. so far haven't found any deals at BB/OD, anyone know of any sale going on now? thanks

What specs are you looking for? I know a few people around here that can hook you up with a Dell.....

How about the OD Doorbuster Toshiba? that's not bad.

keep watching OD clearance. Either this week or next week , the laptop clearance will drop into .02 level. Nothing much left.

If you want in hurry sub $500 laptop, check Sunday Paper. basically, $500 is kind of normal deal per everyweek.

Dell Inspiron B130, $488
Dell Home, no rebates



Instructions:
To get the Inspiron B130 for $488, follow these instructions.

• Click here to configure evalue code d80505r
• You should end up with a before-discount price of $549.

Pricing:

• There is a $50 instant discount on this system.
• There is a $35 off $300 coupon that applies to the cart. Check emails or purchase coupon from ebay.
• Shipping is $24.

Your final price is:
$488 + tax

Details:
Generic specifications for the Inspiron B130 can be found here
Here are the details for this configuration:

• Inspiron B130: Intel Celeron M Processor 370 (1.50 GHz/1MB Cache/400MHz FSB)
• LCD Panel: 14.1in WXGA Display
• Memory: FREE!512MB DDR2 SDRAM 2 Dimm
• Hard Drive: 40GB 5400rpm Hard Drive
• Operating System (Office software not included): Genuine Windows XP Home Edition
• Combo/DVD+RW Drives: 24X CD Burner/DVD Combo Drive
• Wireless Networking Card: FREE Upgrade! Dell 1370 Internal Wireless (802.11b/g, 54Mbps)
• Office Software (not included in Windows XP): No productivity suite- Corel WordPerfect word processor only
• Anti-Virus/Security Suite (Pre-installed): No Security Subscription
• Primary Battery: 4-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery (29 WHr)
• Hardware Warranty: 1Yr Ltd Warranty, 1Yr Mail-In Service, and 1Yr HW Warranty Support
• Dial-Up Internet Access: 6 Months America Online Internet Access Included
• Mobile Broadband: No Broadband Expresscard technology is available in the market now
• Operating System Re-Installation CD: PC Restore recovery system by Symantec

Dell Inspiron 1300, $499
Dell Small Business, $100 rebate



Instructions:
To get the Inspiron 1300 for $499, follow these instructions.

• Click here to configure evalue code 65007-s80504
• You should end up with a before-discount price of $719.

Pricing:

• There is a $120 instant discount on this system.
• There is a $100 rebate on this system. Rebate form available here.
  
• Shipping & handling is FREE!

Your final price is:
$499 + (tax on $599) + ($0.37 stamp)

Details:
Generic specifications for the Inspiron 1300 can be found here
Here are the details for this configuration:

• Inspiron 1300: Intel Celeron M Processor 370 (1.50 GHz/1MB Cache/400MHz FSB)
• LCD Panel: 15.4in WXGA Display
• Memory: 512MB DDR2 SDRAM 2 Dimm
• Graphics Card: Integrated Intel Media Accelerator 900 Graphics
• Hard Drive: 40GB 5400rpm Hard Drive
• Operating System (Office software not included): Genuine Windows XP Home Edition
• Adobe Software: Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0
• Combo/DVD+RW Drives: FREE! 8x CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW) with double-layer write capability
• Wireless Networking Cards: Dell 1370 Internal Wireless (802.11b/g, 54Mbps)
• Office Productivity Software (Pre-Installed): No productivity suite- Corel WordPerfect word processor only
• Anti-Virus/Security Suite (Pre-installed): No Security Subscription
• Primary Battery: 4-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery (29 WHr)
• Dell Service & Support Plans: 1 Year Mail-in Economy Plan
• Onsite System Setup: No Onsite System Setup
• Dial-Up Internet Access: 6 Months of America Online Membership Included
• Mail- In Rebate: $100 Mail In Rebate
• Financial Software: No QuickBooks package selected - includes limited use trial
• Mobile Broadband: No Broadband Expresscard technology is available in the market now
• Operating System Re-Installation CD: PC Restore recovery system by Symantec
• Purchase Intent: Purchase is not intended for resale.

I helped a friend purchase the last laptop listed above for her daughter for college. She is very happy. She did upgrade to a 3 year onsite warranty which cost an extra $130 or something after $98 rebate.

Thanks Garsh!

Is there a link to the rebate forms ($100 and $98)?