Swell Dell (Dell Latitude D505)

Member Name: Weis83j

Product:	Dell Latitude D505
Date:	06/10/09 (26 review reads)
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Advantages: Good design, screen, keyboard and can use docking station

Disadvantages: Showing its age in ports and performance

This laptop is part of the well respected Dell Latitude family. It has a good specification, although showing its age a little when compared with more recent models. Apart from it being older the D505 is still a competent workhorse of a laptop providing good value if purchased second hand. The laptop runs quiet and can accomplish most office tasks well. A CD drive is include but can be upgraded or swapped for another hard disk drive. As with all laptops extended use means the battery will have to be replaced eventually. The ports provided are reasonable if not extensive nor numerous, however this laptop can take advantage of Dell's docking station for expansion and desktop work. A PCMIA card can be used also. WiFi is built into this laptop allowing easy network connection or in the field connections if properly secured. The design and layout is pleasing and comfortable to use. The screen is bright and good to work at. This laptop is well built and has been a good buy for me.

Summary: Good laptop especially at right price

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