Wal-Mart November 5th-11th Ad Pics (including $398 Laptop)

[Brad]

Wal-Mart November 5-11 Ad Pics (part 1)

While appreciated, please don't post in this thread just to thank me for posting the ad as it clutters up the thread and makes it hard to find questions or comments about the actual ad.

Therefore all non-essential replies, including "thank you" posts will be removed from the thread.

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[Brad]

Wal-Mart November 5-11 Ad Pics (part 2)

[eisey77]

Could you list the specs of the laptop please??

[Gator Pam]

Thanks Brad!

Was this courtesy of the poster on the Wal-Mart Store Specific thread I posted the Submit Ad link for? If so, we should all thank poster kiwibearkiss!

I believe she posted the specs on the laptop at http://forums.gottadeal.com/showpost.php?p=578135&postcount=69

She had typed up all the details of the ad before I suggested she submit it to Brad or Ross. They're all on the third page of the Early Sale Rumor (http://forums.gottadeal.com/showthread.php?t=51196&page=3) thread on the Wal-Mart Store Specific forum.

HTH!

[Catrin]

Thank you Brad....

Can I ask a question about the Nintendo DS Brain Pack?
Could you let me know what comes in this pack?

Is this going to be available before the 5th?

Catrin

[elkkthunder]

can anyone make out the full specs or model on the 2 digital cameras

[sigrist_2000]

can you post/or even enlarge/ page 5 of your scan (the ones with the $9 DVDs)...i can tell Free Willy series...but what are the others...this is really cheap for these.

Is anyone finding these in store already? (since they are everyday price)

[mmm40]

If y'all are using XP you can click on the thumbnails to enlarge them. Then use your magnifier to read the smaller stuff. That's what I do.

[delphernina]

If y'all are using XP you can click on the thumbnails to enlarge them. Then use your magnifier to read the smaller stuff. That's what I do.

Thank you. :o Sadly, I didn't realize that.

[daz]

all the model #'s were posted by kiwibearkiss in this thread http://forums.gottadeal.com/showthread.php?t=52078.

So is this the laptop rumored to be on BF also?

and thanks Brad!

[Bestbuy7]

Brad,whats the price for the canon camera?
I only see the last digit.

[Brad]

Brad,whats the price for the canon camera?
I only see the last digit.

You see what I see - I posted the ad directly as I received it. Same goes for everything else in it.

[BargainHunterMom]

So, when will the sale start? Midnight or 6 AM?

[lscherer]

I have windows xp and this may sound dumb but...when you say use your magnifier what do you mean by this? Is this a feature of xp? If so how do I use it or locate it?

[fairydustcrissy]

I have windows xp and this may sound dumb but...when you say use your magnifier what do you mean by this? Is this a feature of xp? If so how do I use it or locate it?

When you click on it, give it a second and you will see a white square in teh bottom right corner. Click that square to enlarge :)

[Firemansgal311]

Brad,whats the price for the canon camera?
I only see the last digit.

As par the other thread:
$288
canon powershot SD550 digital
camera with bonus photo printer
7.1 megapixels. 2.5-inchlcd screen.
3x optical/4x digital zoom. bonus
SELPHY CP510 compact photo printer.
online only
;)

[pornstache]

WHATS THE DEAL? SPECS FOR LAPTOP STATE 15.4 inch screen...but ad state 14inch.

[kamalb90]

is the $398 laptop available on November 1 or November 5

[oscar1961]

thanks I check the s walmart to see if they had them out yet, nope

[Gator Pam]

WHATS THE DEAL? SPECS FOR LAPTOP STATE 15.4 inch screen...but ad state 14inch.

Come ask on the other thread. kiwikissybear has a physical ad she can double check.


is the $398 laptop available on November 1 or November 5

I'm on Windows 98 still (hanging head), so I can't enlarge the scan. But I am under the impression from the other thread that the sale runs all week. From 11/5 through 11/11...

[Havic]

This is the Laptop That I think it is its the only compaq with a AMD Sepron I see anywhere on the walmart website.


The Compaq Presario V2718WM notebook PC provides reliable performance and superb value, engineered to last with the quality you expect from a world technology leader.


Key Features & Benefits:
# 14" screen; 1280 x 768 resolution
View your images, files and graphics on a dazzling WXGA High-Definition BrightView widescreen display
# Ultra-quick processor
Mobile AMD Sempron Processor 3100+; processor speed: 1.8 GHz
# Excellent memory
Memory: 512MB 333MHz DDR System Memory (2 Dimm)
# Spacious hard drive
60GB (4200RPM)
# Versatile multimedia drive
24X DVD/CD-RW combo drive
# 54g 802.11b/g WLAN modem support
This allows you to easily maintain a high-speed wireless connection
Top of Page

Specifications


Windows Vista Certification: Windows Vista Capable
Operating System / Software Provided: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Display Type: 14" TFT active matrix
Widescreen Display: Yes
Max Resolution: 1280 x 768 ( WXGA )
Display Features: BrightView
Processor: AMD Mobile Sempron 3100+ / 1.8 GHz
Processor Chipset Type: ATI Radeon Xpress 200M
Processor Features: 3DNow! Professional technology, PowerNow! technology, streaming SIMD extensions 2, HyperTransport technology, integrated memory controller, Enhanced Virus Protection
Cache Memory - Type: L2 cache
Cache Memory Size: 256 KB
Hard Drive: 60 GB - 4200 rpm
RAM Size: 512 MB / 2 GB (max)
RAM Technology: DDR SDRAM - 333 MHz
Technology: 6-cell lithium ion
Installed Battery Qty: 1
Optical Storage - Type: CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo
Video Memory: Shared video memory (UMA)
Graphics Processor / Vendor: ATI Radeon Xpress 200M
Max Allocated Video RAM Size: 128 MB
Operating System / Software: AOL, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Windows Media Player, muvee autoProducer DVD Edition, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Office 2003 Student and Teacher Edition (Trial), MSN Encarta Plus, Sonic DigitalMedia Plus, HP Photosmart Premier, Norton Internet Security 2006 (60 days subscription)
Built-in Devices: Stereo speakers, wireless LAN antenna
Recommended Use: Home use
Width: 13.1 in
Height: 1.5 in
Depth: 9.1 in
Weight: 5.3 lbs
Networking: Network adapter
Input Device(s)Type: Keyboard, touchpad
Audio Output: Sound card
Features: Locking device keyhole, power-on password
Modem: Fax / modem
Interfaces: 1 x display / video - S-video output ¦ 1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45 ¦ 1 x modem - phone line - RJ-11 ¦ 1 x microphone - input - mini-phone 3.5 mm ¦ 1 x headphones - output - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ¦ 2 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ¦ 1 x display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15)
RAM Configuration: 2 x 256 MB
Model No.: V2720WM
Shipping Weight (in pounds): 9.24
Product in Inches (L x W x H): 16.63 x 6.54 x 13.63
Assembled in Country of Origin: USA and/or Imported
Origin of Components: USA and/or Imported
Wal-Mart No.: 000530504

[drmy91]

I am getting the Madden 2007 for 37. Thats the cheapest I have seen. Has anyone seen it cheaper?

[sewwise]

The laptop is $538 in Appleton, WI. No deals for us! :mad:

[mmm40]

I have windows xp and this may sound dumb but...when you say use your magnifier what do you mean by this? Is this a feature of xp? If so how do I use it or locate it?

start menu -> programs -> accessories -> accessibility -> magnifier :)


:2welcome:

[drmy91]

Nevermind I found it at Best Buy for 29 on sale. Used my last 32 BBBs, got it for free.

[Fiveoh]

Is this sale nationwide or just select area stores?

[Gator Pam]

AFAIK, it will be nationwide, but it doesn't start until November 5th.

[fairydustcrissy]

AFAIK, it will be nationwide, but it doesn't start until November 5th.

Last year for the BF ads, there was a big fiasco because all the ads were not the same. If they are smart, they will stick to one ad and one price this year.

[zgamer]

The laptop is $538 in Appleton, WI. No deals for us! :mad:

Drive to ILL and the prices will be lower, they are selling the laptops for a loss again....gotta love predator pricing tack ticks. I'll be avoiding it as it is a 'special' WM version as per the model branding.

[figarotigger]

I'm on Windows 98 still (hanging head), so I can't enlarge the scan. But I am under the impression from the other thread that the sale runs all week. From 11/5 through 11/11...

On Windows 98, rightclick on your mouse and hit image in and it will enlarge the image-

re: Windows 98, if it still works you don't NEED to upgrade
want maybe:) still 98 plus here too

[wnielsen1]

This is the Laptop That I think it is its the only compaq with a AMD Sepron I see anywhere on the walmart website.


The Compaq Presario V2718WM notebook PC provides reliable performance and superb value, engineered to last with the quality you expect from a world technology leader.

It will not be the same laptop. The $398 laptop has a Sempron 3300+. It has a different model number. You can't find it on walmart.com.

[turq8672]

Just wanted to let everyone know that WM is selling these at 12:01 am on the 5th. From what our store recieved there are not many per store. We got like 10 :(

[stevef2222]

Just wanted to let everyone know that WM is selling these at 12:01 am on the 5th. From what our store recieved there are not many per store. We got like 10 :(
can you use an employee discount?

[Gator Pam]

On Windows 98, rightclick on your mouse and hit image in and it will enlarge the image-

Kewl! Thanks!


re: Windows 98, if it still works you don't NEED to upgrade
want maybe:) still 98 plus here too

:gdiagree:


Just wanted to let everyone know that WM is selling these at 12:01 am on the 5th. From what our store recieved there are not many per store. We got like 10 :(

Since it's a week long add, will they issue rainchecks? Can anyone see if the ad states no rainchecks?

[turq8672]

Yes you can use employee discount, and no on the rainchecks. Wal-mart doesnt give rainchecks on special buys like this cause they order a specific number from the company and once those are gone they will not get anymore.

[Mara]

In the ad posted on the Walmart thred there are $25 kids bikes and $19 razor scooters. Are we missing a page over here? I hope so I was all excited about the bike

Mara

[Brad]

In the ad posted on the Walmart thred there are $25 kids bikes and $19 razor scooters. Are we missing a page over here? I hope so I was all excited about the bike

Mara

I posted what I received. There could very well be more pages in the ad.

[kren]

I went into my Wal-Mart yesterday and the electronics employee GAVE me the Nov. 5-11 ad. I am staring at it right now. (It helped that it was 8 a.m. and nobody else was there and she was still in a "good morning" mood).

There are Quest 18-inch boys and girls' bikes, one-time offer, $25. And there are Razor "S" Steel Kick Scooters, one-time offer, $16.88. Hope that helps.

[kren]

Oh, BTW, no, I tried and you cannot put the laptop on layaway. They're all locked up in the back. There are 15 at my store. Sale starts at 12:01 a.m. (it's a 24-hour store). And it's regularly $598.

[huseboy]

Got my ad today and the laptop is 598. Darn it those regional ads.......I did not even look any further but other items are probably different to.

[MannyIsGod]

Does anyone know if it comes with a free upgrade to Vista? I went with my GF tonight and we bought an HP laptop at Best Buy which had a rebate for a free Vista upgrade. They were also offering the same free upgrade with their laptops purchased online. Is it something they are offering to anyone who purchases a laptop with Media Center right now?

[MannyIsGod]

Nevermind, apparently most computers purchased between now and 3/15 of next year will get a free Vista upgrade.

[dytal]

I am getting the Madden 2007 for 37. Thats the cheapest I have seen. Has anyone seen it cheaper?

Best buy has it advertised for 27.99 this week for xbox and ps2.

[AndreaInNC]

The ad came today in my paper and some of the items are already available at Walmart.com. Of course the one I really want isn't.

But shop around before you buy .. I found one item priced cheaper at ToysRUs.com and Target.com.

[Spa Mom]

My Aunt used to work at Walmart and she said you couldn't use your Employee discount on items that were already on sale.

[Mara]

I went into my Wal-Mart yesterday and the electronics employee GAVE me the Nov. 5-11 ad. I am staring at it right now. (It helped that it was 8 a.m. and nobody else was there and she was still in a "good morning" mood).

There are Quest 18-inch boys and girls' bikes, one-time offer, $25. And there are Razor "S" Steel Kick Scooters, one-time offer, $16.88. Hope that helps.

Thank you thank you. The 18 inch bike is exactally the size I was looking for to since she is a very tall about to be 6 year old. I'll be done there Saturday night before midnight to get one of the bikes and a scooter. Saves me a ton since I was looking at a $60 bike same size. YAY :gdclap:

Mara

[Mara]

Walmart.com used to have the ads online but I can't seem to find them with their new format. Am I over looking something?

Mara

[AndreaInNC]

Yeah, I thought that last year Walmart said they were going to discontinue putting out a sale paper because it was all going to be online. Guess that didn't work out for them - huh?

[colonel_jb]

Someone told me that walmart laptops can't be upgraded. Is this true? Also, are they not having the $398 laptop for sale in Wisconsin?

[sigrist_2000]

wisconsin is one of those states that are not allowed to sell below cost..or something like that...so Wisconsinites get charge a whole hck a lot more than most other states...

[extremer]

will we be able to get the $398 laptop online cause i don't have a walmart near me

[maggie06]

Yes, I am in Wisconsin and the ad is different than the one posted. Same thing happened last BF. ugh.

[AndreaInNC]

will we be able to get the $398 laptop online cause i don't have a walmart near me

I don't think so. The ad clearly states which items will be available online.

The computer doesn't mention this being available online .. but it does say a min of 15 per store for supercenters 5 in smaller stores - sorry no rain checks.

What is really ticking me off about this circular is it does not give an item number for the items available online. ugh

[wnielsen1]

Yes, I am in Wisconsin and the ad is different than the one posted. Same thing happened last BF. ugh.

Maggie - it is time to have T'giving out of state! :)

[stationchief]

Just got the ad last nite from a dept. manager (friend of my wife's who both work for WM). Here's some answers to some questions about the much hyped laptop, straight from the ad and from the people in charge:

It's a Compaq Presario v5305wm. Here are the official specs from HP/Compaq's website:
Compaq Presario V5305WM Media Center Notebook PC - Product Specifications (http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00783092&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&product=3231960&lang=en)

This laptop is a WM special order exclusive. No rainchecks, and because of the 'wm' at the end of the model # it's a different model than one 'ya might find elsewhere. No place will price match it. Don't try layaway, either. That's a different story altogether.

This is a 'one-time offer' deal, which means it's WM's way of gettin' a jump on all the black friday doorbuster shoppers. Because it's limited per store, minimum of 15 per supercenters and 5 per the smaller stores, it's not available online. The ad specifically states what is available online, which is pretty much the 'everyday sale' stuff.

Basically, how it goes at the supercenters is they'll either start a line once the first person asks about it on the evening of 10/4 or will start passing out tickets. Once 12:01am on 10/5 hits, the line gets led to the register and the register person hands them the laptop and they get checked out right there. They can't start it any earlier. As for the regular WM's that open about 6am or so (I forget), a line will form outside. Basically, it's like shopping on black friday.

The ads are all regional. Most places should be $398, but some towns will have it on sale for $500+. WM did the same thing with their desktop/laptop sale during last black friday. It sucks sometimes. Maybe drive to a nearby city that has it for the $398 price tag. It'd be worth the gas.

This laptop and all laptops sold at WM can be upgraded like any other laptop. I unscrewed the back plate where the memory slots are and upgraded the memory on my WM's HP Pavillion laptop just fine.

Yes, you can use your employee discount on most sale items, but it's always best to ask to make sure first. My wife's boss said yes on this Presario laptop. And last black friday I used my wife's 10% off card + her additional 10% off christmas coupon to get the Pavillion laptop. 20% off of $378. Sweet deal!

Most computers purchased between October 2006 (now) and when Windows Vista gets released next year will come with one of two coupons. The laptops that come with Windows XP Home should have 50% off upgrade coupons, and the ones that have Media Center Ed 2005, like this one, will get free upgrades.

Enjoy, and happy shoppin'!

;)

[disneynutangie]

Perhaps that is why I never found it great deals on cameras or computers when I was in Wisconsin for Thanksgiving.

[fairydustcrissy]

Am I the only person who got this ad in the mail already? It came yesterday with the junk mail.

[deelite]

Am I the only person who got this ad in the mail already? It came yesterday with the junk mail.


So in your ad, does it state that the laptops will be $398?? :g_dance:

[MannyIsGod]

How likely does everyone gauge there to be a huge run on these? Is this something where I should show up hours before midnight on Saturday or should I just show up at Midnight with the expectation that will be early enough?

[destinyusa]

I got my paper today in the mail.The laptop is $398.

[deelite]

How likely does everyone gauge there to be a huge run on these? Is this something where I should show up hours before midnight on Saturday or should I just show up at Midnight with the expectation that will be early enough?


You should show up waaaaay before midnight!! Me and my sister are thinking about 10:00.

[MannyIsGod]

I guess I have a Saturday night date with my GF and Wal Mart. hehe

[deelite]

Yeah we are going get our quad chairs, a few snacks, and our dvd player. We are going to make sure they mark our stuff so that they don't think we stole it! :cheesy:

[laffnatu]

wisconsin is one of those states that are not allowed to sell below cost..or something like that...so Wisconsinites get charge a whole hck a lot more than most other states...

I wondered about the differant ads for some states. I guess that explains it.

[daz]

our store manager said we will be able to put on layaway. I had MIL ask specifically so I didn't waste my time in line.

[fairydustcrissy]

So in your ad, does it state that the laptops will be $398?? :g_dance:

Yes, it is exactly like the one posted.

[deelite]

I wanted to know from you because you stay in Ga. I stay in Al. so it gives me a little bit of hope that we will get the same deal over here also. I was worried that it was only for the northern states. I really need this laptop!! Best Buy had one on sale a couple of weeks ago for $399 and it only had 256mb!

What I always wanted to know is, how do they work? Do you have to go to a cellular company or something? :fluffy:

[Kandy]

$398 for the laptops here in SE Alabama

[jdsmooth]

Just got my ad in the mail in Central Florida - $398 laptop is here. How does it work? How do you know where to line up?

[deelite]

$398 for the laptops here in SE Alabama


Whooo whooooooooooo!! Did you get your ad already or do you work for Wally-world?

[deelite]

Just got my ad in the mail in Central Florida - $398 laptop is here. How does it work? How do you know where to line up?


Get there really really early!! Ask the associate where they will be handing them out and stand there. Last year I tried to get the laptop at the after thanksgiving sale and way waaaaaaaaaaaay too late. When I got there at 3:00 a.m., they were already spoken for.:eyepoppin

[huseboy]

Our layaway closes a t 10pm and opens again at like 6am so unless you wait for 6 hours for it open there would be no way to put it in.
Oh and I miss spoke I put 598 here on ad but it is actually 538 Sorry for the fib. :)

[MannyIsGod]

I understand that many people think you should get there early based on last years experiences, but I believe the crowds will be far less because this is not a black friday sale but just a regular sale.

[extremer]

so will walmart have even cheaper laptops on the black friday sale?

[wnielsen1]

I understand that many people think you should get there early based on last years experiences, but I believe the crowds will be far less because this is not a black friday sale but just a regular sale.

I agree. I think people are making a big deal out of a $398 laptop. I have seen them on occasion throughout the year at various stores, including once at BB (with no rebates). You will certainly need to be there at/slightly before the store opens, but this sale does not warrant waiting hours in advance. This sale has been overhyped.

[deelite]

I don't!! I would much rather be up at 10:00 p.m. for a sale that starts at 12:00 a.m. than up at 10:00 p.m. for a sale that starts at 5:00 a.m. Besides.....I LOVE IT!!!! I am awake anyway at that time and there is nothing to do but shop.

[happyrat]

The Walmart in my area has laptops on clearance for $398 and $498. The $498 one is a Toshiba m45-s2692 and is reg $900. No waiting necessary. YMMV.

[MannyIsGod]

Well, I spoke with a guy at WalMart tonight. I am going to get there early, because apparently they've gotten a ton of people asking about the laptops. Better safe than sorry.

[terrat8]

Does the sale start at midnight or later?:fluffy:

[terrat8]

sorry didn't see the previous post from everybody

[d56nut]

Hi All,

I'm pretty computer-capable except when it comes to upgrading. I know nothing!

Can I upgrade this computer to have a dvd burner? How much does it generally cost to do this?

Also, I see from the specs that it has a 60gb hard drive....can I upgrade that to 80gb.

One more thing...I keep reading about something called Dual Core??? Does this have it? Do I need it? What is it!?

Sorry for all the questions...I need a new computer and I haven't been "in the loop" on specs since I got the one I'm using (a Dell that I bought in 2001 or 2002).

Thanks!
Michelle

[liam2198]

Hi Michelle. Do you need a laptop or a desktop? This is a laptop. Desktops are generally cheaper and easier to upgrade. It does not have a dual core. That means that there are two cores on the cpu chip. In effect there are 2 cpu's on the one chip. If the software is designed to take advantage of it you can have some apps using one core while other ones use the other core. Do you need it? Depends on what you use the computer for.

[red69]

Is the Magnavox DVD/Recorder $98.87 a good buy? Will there be any left if I go after the store opens?

[disneynutangie]

I am just going to hit a Walmart across town that closes at midnight. That way I can get there early in the morning. Plan to sit in my car with hubby and watch for people getting in line and then I will go. This Walmart is in a not so great neighborhood and normally you can find an abundance of things.

[Cinnamonhuskies]

I understand that many people think you should get there early based on last years experiences, but I believe the crowds will be far less because this is not a black friday sale but just a regular sale.


My thought exactly. Ifyou miss this one, there'll bemore.

Is this laptop WiFi? :cool:

[ksmaage]

I owldnt get too excited about the Canon Powershot SD550. It is available at many online locations for $288 or less. And those are regular everyday prices.

[JeepMom]

I plan on going around 9-9:30 if I decide to get this. It's this or a PS3. I need a laptop for myself, the PS3 would be for eBay.

[lscherer]

Thank-you. I never noticed this before.:)

[stillw8n4aqt]

I plan on going around 9-9:30 if I decide to get this. It's this or a PS3. I need a laptop for myself, the PS3 would be for eBay.

Did I miss the PS3? How much are they? Thanks

[Mara]

I plan on going around 9-9:30 if I decide to get this. It's this or a PS3. I need a laptop for myself, the PS3 would be for eBay.

PS3 on ebay will more than pay for a sweet laptop lol

Mara

[JeepMom]

Did I miss the PS3? How much are they? Thanks

No, I'm saying I can one or the other period. I like the idea of waiting and buying a PS3 to pay for a better lap top. If I buy this lap top I have no money to buy the PS3. Sorry for the confusion!

[jmbaird]

Wal-Mart November 5-11 Ad Pics (part 1)

While appreciated, please don't post in this thread just to thank me for posting the ad as it clutters up the thread and makes it hard to find questions or comments about the actual ad.

Therefore all non-essential replies, including "thank you" posts will be removed from the thread.

.


Where did you get that paper? I would like to find one.

[stationchief]

Hi All,

I'm pretty computer-capable except when it comes to upgrading. I know nothing!

Can I upgrade this computer to have a dvd burner? How much does it generally cost to do this?

Also, I see from the specs that it has a 60gb hard drive....can I upgrade that to 80gb.

One more thing...I keep reading about something called Dual Core??? Does this have it? Do I need it? What is it!?

Sorry for all the questions...I need a new computer and I haven't been "in the loop" on specs since I got the one I'm using (a Dell that I bought in 2001 or 2002).

Thanks!
Michelle

Since the DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive isn't removable, it'd be difficult to upgrade it. Not impossible, as 'ya might find a part that fits it on eBay and then have to open up the laptop to install it, just more difficult than a removable drive bay where 'ya just pop it out.

Yes, you cna upgrade it to 80GB. Just need to buy the bigger laptop-specific hard drive and have someone open up the laptop to install it. If you're not a 'puter tekkie, it's be less trouble to just get used to having 20GB less free space. 60GB is a lot for a laptop.

This laptop doesn't have a dual-core processor. It's processor is a single core Sempron 3200+. Dual-core means there's more than one core processor running things inside the 'puter. In a nutshell, it means 'ya get the infamous hourglass cursor (program load times) less often, and processor-intense tasks (makin' movies and rippin' music) are more eficient. If you're just using the laptop for simple tasks like email, internet, and documents, you probably wouldn't benefit too much from dual core.

[stationchief]

Where did you get that paper? I would like to find one.

Go to the local WM and ask for one. They should have some to at least look at and not to take home.

[stationchief]

Is this laptop WiFi? :cool:


54g 802.11b/g WLAN with 125HSM/SpeedBooster support

:yup: With support for a SpeedBooster router, nonetheless.

[sherri1480]

If anyone is interested, my wal-mart had most if not all of the toys in the ad displayed on endcaps today.

[MrSelfDestruct]

I have a couple questions for you all...

1) does anyone have any scans of this advertisement?

2) does anyone know where I can find some pictures of this laptop? Im curious to see how the design of this thing is

3) In the advertisement, I can see that it says the LCD screen is 14" HD. On the compaq website, it says the LCD screen is 15.4” HD Widescreen. My first question is, which information do you guys think is correct. Furthermore Can someone please explain to me how it is possible to have a 15.5" screen, if the dimensions of this laptop are: 10.2"(L) x 14.1"(W) x 1.38"(min H) /1.77"(max H). Makes no sense to me...

[mandifour]

Go to the first page it is there. You can also go to the HP site.

[MrSelfDestruct]

Im looking for scans, not photos. As much as I appreciate the photos being posted, I would prefer to see a scan so I can read whats on the page without the flash and whatnot

[3dnick]

What does anyone know about the tv now recorder walmart has in there flyer for Nov. 5th????? I searched it on the internet and can't find it no where. ebay has a few of them but in walmarts flyer they say you can record off the tv, dvd or cable box and they are 25 bucks. Really sounds great but cant find any details on it.

[wnielsen1]

Furthermore Can someone please explain to me how it is possible to have a 15.5" screen, if the dimensions of this laptop are: 10.2"(L) x 14.1"(W) x 1.38"(min H) /1.77"(max H). Makes no sense to me...

I believe the measurement is diagonal.

[3dnick]

i have this laptop and i have no beef with it! in our ad it said 15 to a store!

[sky_scraper123]

I have a couple questions for you all...

1) does anyone have any scans of this advertisement?

2) does anyone know where I can find some pictures of this laptop? Im curious to see how the design of this thing is

3) In the advertisement, I can see that it says the LCD screen is 14" HD. On the compaq website, it says the LCD screen is 15.4” HD Widescreen. My first question is, which information do you guys think is correct. Furthermore Can someone please explain to me how it is possible to have a 15.5" screen, if the dimensions of this laptop are: 10.2"(L) x 14.1"(W) x 1.38"(min H) /1.77"(max H). Makes no sense to me...

We take what we can get from the ad, pics or scans, they normally provide us with what they were giving and don't have any many options, Im happy to get what we get. good luck getting scans maybe a member has one ?

[kren]

MrSelfDestruct, here is the direct link to the HP site for all your details on the laptop, plus pix:

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/product?product=3231960&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&lang=en&cc=us

[mexicnfmle]

I got the ad in the mail and mine shows the laptop at 598. That sucks cause i would have liked to buy it at 398.

[deelite]

I got the ad in the mail and mine shows the laptop at 598. That sucks cause i would have liked to buy it at 398.


Where are you located?? In the northern states?

[MrSelfDestruct]

Here is a scan of the ad, so you can see it a bit better.

This scan is from the $538 price point, but atleast you can see the image and specs listed a bit better.

http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/3695/walmarttabhr0.jpg

My question is... why does walmart list it as 14" and compaq list it as 15.4" for screen size. Does anyone have a conclusive answer here?

[onlyone318]

I was just on Walmart.com and the ad is online today and you can purchase some of the items online today!

[MrSelfDestruct]

I dont see this ad on walmart.com, can you please specify where to find it on the site...?

[onlyone318]

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/catalog.gsp?cat=542313
put in your zip under find a store find your store click advertised values

[AndreaInNC]

What does anyone know about the tv now recorder walmart has in there flyer for Nov. 5th????? I searched it on the internet and can't find it no where. ebay has a few of them but in walmarts flyer they say you can record off the tv, dvd or cable box and they are 25 bucks. Really sounds great but cant find any details on it.

Here's the item

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.gsp?product_id=5297467

If I remember correctly, this was an item from last Christmas - when it retailed for like $100.00. It's been replaced this year by The Massively Mini Media player - both were done by Hasbro. I didn't really look closely at it cause it was way too expensive .. but for $25 I might have to pop into my Walmart and check it out.

[chriskimber]

anyone know the retail price of this laptop? thanks

[3dnick]

Here's the item

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.gsp?product_id=5297467

If I remember correctly, this was an item from last Christmas - when it retailed for like $100.00. It's been replaced this year by The Massively Mini Media player - both were done by Hasbro. I didn't really look closely at it cause it was way too expensive .. but for $25 I might have to pop into my Walmart and check it out. Yes it does look nice for 25 dollars.. I tried the link but can't find the item.. Is there somewhere on the site I have to put the product number??? Thanks for your help.

[deelite]

I want a laptop!!! One guy said the the $398 price tag was no big deal, but when I looked at other laptops for around the same price, they were lesser quality. Lower memory, smaller hard drive, or not even name brand! The cheapest one listed on the website is all of the above plus it is refurbished. I think these laptops will be a big hit, and I just hope noone fights over them this year. On an earlier post someone mentioned that the blitz laptop will be $350, I wonder if it will be the same quality or less??? :gddjmusic:

[com]

If it's only going to be a $50 difference between this laptop and one on BF, I think I'll pay the $50 and sleep in.

[daz]

My WM had every single thing in the ad out today....except the laptop, I saw all the other stuff and started hunting!

[sadinuel]

The ad is just out in walmart, and all the walmarts form Wisconsin shows $538 :( :( for the laptop, I wonder if there is going to be the same for the BF, does anyone know why we dont have the same prices as everyone else??? :mad: :eek:

[angel-too]

Here's the item

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.gsp?product_id=5297467

If I remember correctly, this was an item from last Christmas - when it retailed for like $100.00. It's been replaced this year by The Massively Mini Media player - both were done by Hasbro. I didn't really look closely at it cause it was way too expensive .. but for $25 I might have to pop into my Walmart and check it out.

Where do you see this item? I cant find it in the ad.:cheesy:

[siageah]

It is right next to the massively mini media player in the ad. Here is the item number:

5297467

[guilliam]

So what time should I get in line for the laptop?!

[wnielsen1]

The ad is just out in walmart, and all the walmarts form Wisconsin shows $538 :( :( for the laptop, I wonder if there is going to be the same for the BF, does anyone know why we dont have the same prices as everyone else??? :mad: :eek:

Wisconsin law prohibits the sale of items below cost. That is why you have higher prices. Will be no different on BF.

[disneynutangie]

do they go onsale today or sunday for the computers?

[luvthat48]

Dh just went to the closest Wal-mart to us and they said they have about 30-40 of the laptops. They also said they would be giving out numbers at 10 pm. What time should we plan on getting there????

[bayhaysay]

Dh just went to the closest Wal-mart to us and they said they have about 30-40 of the laptops. They also said they would be giving out numbers at 10 pm. What time should we plan on getting there????

Is this a 24 hour walmart?

[tracys3sons]

I just called mine and they said whoever is in line at midnight--it's first come first serve.

[Clickchrissyccc]

They now have it posted on the web as advertised ads so go look it up at walmart.;)

[luvthat48]

Yes, the walmart my dh went to is a 24 hour Walmart in NC.

[deelite]

IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII'MMMMMMMMMMMMMMM ready!! Gonna be there tonight about 10:00. :gdthums:

[okwdvc]

I just contacted my 24 hour Walmart. They would not tell me how many laptops they had available. They will begin handing out numbers at 11pm and you can make your purchase after midnight. I guess I am going to be spending my Saturday night at Walmart. Oh joy!

Lisa

[bargainhunter34]

How likely does everyone gauge there to be a huge run on these? Is this something where I should show up hours before midnight on Saturday or should I just show up at Midnight with the expectation that will be early enough?
i think you should be in the store already with a sales associate in electronics on hand! by 10:00

[stationchief]

Don't bother tryin' to get the laptop online. It's just the same info on the ad that's already been available and it still says it's not available online.

I probably won't be gettin' this, even though I desperately want to. Unfortunately, I gotta work tonite 'till 3am. :( Not only that, but I don't have my play money just yet. :mad: I told a friend of mine at work who's lookin' for a computer all about the laptop and gave him all the details about it and how to get it. He's gonna head to the local supercenter and go for it. Wish I was there with him. :( Well, at least he's bringin' it to work after he gets it so I can play with it ... umm, I mean, set it up for him. :D

[Deal Grabber]

So what time should I get in line for the laptop?!
NOW!!!

[JeepMom]

I plan on leaving home around 9pm tonight.

[kren]

I would NOT wait until then, guys. I just reconnoitered my Wal-Mart here in Pa. (and it is NOT an urban area) and there were SEVEN PEOPLE IN LINE ALREADY at 3 p.m.

I have to work tonight also -- my hubby had planned on going down at 9 p.m. I called him in the store in a panic, and he's on his way.

[BaseballMomx4]

Just talked to my Wal Mart store Mgr. They have "about" 20 Lap tops - and we will need to stand in a line at the lay-a-way Dept. to buy them. It'll be 1st come/1st served. I'm gonna go around 10 and have my husband meet me later... hope to get two!!!

[wnielsen1]

:lmao: I can't believe people are waiting 9 hrs for a $400 laptop with a Sempron CPU! I wonder how much these people value their time? :lmao:

[delphernina]

Just talked to my Wal Mart store Mgr. They have "about" 20 Lap tops - and we will need to stand in a line at the lay-a-way Dept. to buy them. It'll be 1st come/1st served. I'm gonna go around 10 and have my husband meet me later... hope to get two!!!

That's what is happening at my Walmart. They have 20 chairs set up and the manager said if you're not in a chair - you're not getting a laptop.

[delphernina]

:lmao: I can't believe people are waiting 9 hrs for a $400 laptop with a Sempron CPU! I wonder how much these people value their time? :lmao:

While I'm not planning on waiting 9 hours, I do plan on parking my keister in a seat sometime around 6. I'm a college student currently making $6.50 an hour. I have no intentions of using this computer for anything BUT internet and word. By everyone's accounts - this computer is perfect for that. Now, why wouldn't I sit a few hours to get this?!? :rolleyes:

[wnielsen1]

While I'm not planning on waiting 9 hours, I do plan on parking my keister in a seat sometime around 6. I'm a college student currently making $6.50 an hour. I have no intentions of using this computer for anything BUT internet and word. By everyone's accounts - this computer is perfect for that. Now, why wouldn't I sit a few hours to get this?!? :rolleyes:

Ah college days...When I was in college, laptops cost like 5 grand and had about a 6 inch screen. All I am saying is that there have been numerous opportunities to get $400 laptops throughout the year and people didn't need to wait hours in line to get one. Case in point - Sunday 9/3 - Best Buy Toshiba laptop, similar specs, $399 no rebates. Got there 5 minutes before open and snagged one.

[Booterbunz]

You're lucky wnielsen! LOL The best buy laptops were all gone within the first 10 minutes of opening here where I live. I've been waiting for another deal..but I don't get off of work til 1am tonight and it's 30+ minutes away..so, no laptop for me yet. I'm hoping that I will get one on BF..if I get off of work early enough the night before! LOL

[Spooot]

Ah college days...When I was in college, laptops cost like 5 grand and had about a 6 inch screen. All I am saying is that there have been numerous opportunities to get $400 laptops throughout the year and people didn't need to wait hours in line to get one. Case in point - Sunday 9/3 - Best Buy Toshiba laptop, similar specs, $399 no rebates. Got there 5 minutes before open and snagged one.

I'm with you, I do value a $$$$, but not at the expense of my time..I have very little of it as it is. I don't enjoy standing in line and waiting for something I can find elsewhere for the same price or similar and not have to stand in a line for it. If I were younger, you bet I'd be there in a heartbeat!!!! :eyepoppin But I do have fun seeing that people do enjoy it, just cause they enjoy the hunt.

[luvthat48]

Well... as of 5:30 eastern time - my DH started standing in line at Wal-mart. There is one person ahead of him. They are telling everyone they only have 7-10 of the laptops; however, the lady in line in front of my DH said her DH works there and they actually have 45of them. Not sure if they will hand out "numbers" for all of them or not. Once we get a number at 10:00 in the vision center you have to walk back to the layaway department to buy the computer at 12:01. If you leave after you get your number you still lose your place. So we are going in shifts - DH 5:30 to 9 and me 9-12.

Since I am not working and a full time college student we have to save money on Christmas gifts anyway we can. Our 16 y/o has wanted a laptop for several years and I hope this is the year we can give it to him. This really works out better for us as I cannot get my DH out of the bed early to hit the good BF sales and I dont like to go out by myself on that day!

[jarmx2]

I went to Wal-Mart today around 3pm and was informed they start selling tomorrows Ads.. TODAY! so I picked up their MP3 player a day early which was nice.. Good Luck to all the laptop go'ers!

[J_Man]

I just called my Wal-Mart. There's people already in line. They say they will be giving out numbers at 11:00pm and 12:01am people will be able to purchase the computer. If you're not in store and do not get a number, you do not get a computer. That's just crazy that everything these days requires some massive amount of time standing in a line. Way too many people with too much time to blow off. I'm going to go later and check, but no way I can or will stand in line for hours just for this laptop.

[Spooot]

They are telling everyone they only have 7-10 of the laptops; however, the lady in line in front of my DH said her DH works there and they actually have 45of them.

The ad I have says only 10 per store, I wonder if they got more than the 10 they advertise as selling tonight if they are going to have another round of sales like this one.

[luvthat48]

Our ad says minimum 15 per store. We are in NC. My DH hit the roof when they told him they only had 10. Even though he is 2nd in line! I just checked with him and after 1 hr 15 min of waiting so far there are still only 2 people in line.

[d56nut]

I have a question! At my walmart there is a flyer at the registers that says if you sign up for their credit card you will get 20.00 back on your first purchase of 100.00....think this will be good on the laptop? That would make it 378.00.

Michelle

[Spooot]

Our ad says minimum 15 per store. We are in NC. My DH hit the roof when they told him they only had 10. Even though he is 2nd in line! I just checked with him and after 1 hr 15 min of waiting so far there are still only 2 people in line.

Opps pardon me it does say 15 per store..

[wnielsen1]

Well, good luck for anyone waiting. It sounds like many here get to wait indoors at a SuperWM, which helps. I'm about an hour from any 24 hr. Walmart, so any waiting I do would be outside at the Walmarts that are closer. For any that don't want to wait long and don't mind putting up with waiting on a configure to order computer, apparently Office Depot is having a Compaq V3000Z & HP F380 AIO printer for $300 after $280 in MIR. At that price the laptop is pretty slim on what is comes with, but since it is made to order you could add a couple of upgrades or catch some extra RAM or a bigger hard drive on BF. See this post: http://forums.gottadeal.com/showthread.php?t=53485

[J_Man]

I've decided to pass. I'm not up on the idea of having to stand in line for this plus have to do it again come Black Friday. It's a decent computer but not one worth spending 7 or more hours in line for. When I called, that's what it would take to get it. There's just too many people with nothing but time on their hands these days and are able to fill up a line before anyone else has a chance.

[fulfam]

Does anyone know anything about the TVNOW thing in this weeks ad? It doesn't say anything on their website about how many shows it will hold etc.? I also googled it and nothing. I also noticed that you can get some of the items online now that are in that ad for tomorrow.

[lindabacker]

I've deicded to pass on this and hope for a good deal on a dual core

[mrjaytee]

The laptops dont seem worth it. If you search eBay you can see some that went for $399 + $25 S/H, and you don't have to have to freeze your rear off in the colder areas. Am I missing anything? I don't see anything worth standing in line for at this point.

I have a supercenter about 2 miles from my house, maybe I will check it out at 12.01am. :D

JT
Phoenix AZ

[kren]

<<<<The laptops dont seem worth it. If you search eBay you can see some that went for $399 + $25 S/H, and you don't have to have to freeze your rear off in the colder areas. Am I missing anything? I don't see anything worth standing in line for at this point.>>>


I've been scouring the big-box electronics stores' sites and the best cheap-o computer sites that I know of online ever since I got wind of this ad about 10 days ago. I have found several $400 laptops, but none that compares with this laptop's specs. All had only 256 megs of ram and smaller hard drives/slower processors, and most were no-name brands. That said, I want more than this laptop has, and I'm holding out hope that BF will deliver, so I probably will put this on layaway when I go to meet my DH in line later tonight.

[neile457]

Yeah, but I was in Office Depot today, and they had a Gateway with a 14 inch screen, 1 mb ram, dvd burner, 60 or 80 gig hd, Windows media center for $560. Now that's a nice computer that is inexpensive.

[disneynutangie]

I was at our Walmart @ 10:30 pm picking up a few things for the dog. Took a walk over to electronic and nobody was waiting. Ask in the department about the laptops but they would not tell me how many. They will be selling them at 12:01. I asked where and they said here in this department. I am not sure how many people here in my area will be buying them. I plan on getting up early in the morning and checking the Sunday sales papers and if I don't find anything I will drive to a Walmart across town and be there right when they open. If i get one fine if not no biggie. For some reason I have a feeling we might see a good deal in tomorrows paper at a different store.

[skytrain]

I just called my Walmart @ 1am and they said they have 18 left. Still debating if I want to get one or not.

[amickeyfan]

I got to my store at 10pm. They had 45 instock. At 11pm they were giving numbers away. They gave away about 20 while I was there.. I was number 2 (and 3 & 4 with my daughter & her boyfriend). I am not sure how many they ended up selling. I bought the 3 of them along with 3 of the backpacks at 29.99 each... I am giving each of my daughters one laptop & one bag for Christmas. While the laptops may not be the greatest. My one daughter is 14.. it is good for her. The other is 18 & I don't think it will be good enough for college for her (she is local anyway) she can still surf the net with it.. download her pictures & songs etc... she may still have to use my desktop for her papers... I don't think the laptops have microsoft word on them...

[jdsmooth]

Same exact story at my WalMart. I picked up two laptops with my fiance - the 49 my store had were sold out (all tickets given away) by about 11:15. I haven't powered one up yet, but took it out of the box. It has the 15.4" BrightView (glossy) widescreen. It was overall a nicer package than what I was expecting. Thanks to everyone for the advice.

[d56nut]

Wooo hooo!!! Just got home from Wal-Mart. I got there at 9:05pm. I was 17th in line. They gave out tickets at 10:20pm. My Wal-Mart had 44 computers. They gave out 43 of the tickets. At 12:01 the cop who handed out the tickets still had that one ticket in his hand and I asked if I could have it (they were limiting the computers to one per household). I had been talking to him off and on during my wait (making nice!) and guess what??!! He gave me the ticket! After he gave me the ticket there were at least 20 people that walked up asking for them and he said "sorry, you should have been here earlier". I was afraid he would ask me for that 2nd ticket back but he didn't. So, I scored two of the laptops...one for my dad for Christmas and one for me. I haven't taken a look at yet but I will shortly.

Thanks everyone!
Michelle

[rae662000]

I'm using mine right now and I can say I am very happy. I thought it was a good deal and my computers needs are small.

[happysunshine28]

I got one, woo hoo! #29 of 40, all are gone now. I only had to wait 1 hr to get a ticket then go to the back to get it and pay for it another hour.

[deelite]

Got my two!!! Whooooohoooooo!!! I am done!

[d56nut]

Just an update: I am posting this message from the new walmart computer! It took me under and hour to get it set up, registered, and connected to the internet!

Question for you techies: Can I buy an external DVD Burner and connect it to this thing?

Thanks! This laptop is so far way better than I expected...beautiful screen!

Michelle

[deelite]

All I need to know now is how to add the wireless internet. How do I get online??? Do I have to buy a Sprint card? In other words....what do I do next???

[lauralee]

I was first in line at 9:30 pm and by midnite there about 30 people waiting to get one. My Walmart got 40 of them, so there were a few left. They did not have the backpacks, though. They looked, and no one could find them. Maybe later in the week.

[siageah]

TV Now:

Tech Specs

128MB Built-In Memory Holds up to 1 hour of video

Supprts high-speed SD Card Expand your memory and get up to 2GB of additional storage! (SD Card not included.)

Requires 4 “AAA” Alkaline Batteries (not included)

3 inch Color Backlit Screen

Built-In Speaker
Power Adaptor
AV Port

Headphone Jack

Ergonomic Design

Pop-Out Stand for hands-free entertainment!"

[bluehutto]

Around 11:00 at my walmart there were already 20 or so people in line waiting for the laptops.

[fulfam]

TV Now:

Tech Specs

128MB Built-In Memory Holds up to 1 hour of video

Supprts high-speed SD Card Expand your memory and get up to 2GB of additional storage! (SD Card not included.)

Requires 4 “AAA” Alkaline Batteries (not included)

3 inch Color Backlit Screen

Built-In Speaker
Power Adaptor
AV Port

Headphone Jack

Ergonomic Design

Pop-Out Stand for hands-free entertainment!"

Thank you so much!!!! :yelclap:

[L_G_A]

It is 7 hours into the sale now. I called all the WMs within a half-hour of me. There are at least 50 left. Some of the stores kind of laughed when they told me some people were there waiting for hours last night. I really want one, but I don't need one. I guess I just like the thrill of the hunt!

[WillowBean]

My husband went to WM shortly after 12:00 and got one with no problem. At 7 am they still had at least 3 left. The computer is nice but comes with too much junk preloaded. Thanks to this site for letting us now in advance of this sale!

[deelite]

The ones around me sold out! And I was one of the ones standing in line for hours and I have NO regrets. We all made it one big party bay passing out snacks and watching movies on a display portable dvd player. I loved it!!! And as long as I don't have to stay out in the cold, I am alright. :groovin:

[guilliam]

Just an update: I am posting this message from the new walmart computer! It took me under and hour to get it set up, registered, and connected to the internet!

Question for you techies: Can I buy an external DVD Burner and connect it to this thing?

Thanks! This laptop is so far way better than I expected...beautiful screen!

Michelle

Does this laptop have Word in it?
Thanks!:)

[kren]

It has Microsoft Works, which is a really annoying non-Microsoft Office substandard suite of programs. There is a word processing program within it, but it's kind of useless and you have to convert everything to real Word for it to be compatible with anyone else. A real pain.

[JeepMom]

I'm happily sitting on my couch in my living room connected to the internet on my new laptop!!

I was #4 in line, at 11pm they passed out numbers. I went and got a wireless router and got back in line as #1 at 11:25. At 12:01 they said they weren't going in numerical order, ayone with a paper could get in line to purchase. SO, I was #1 out of the store. They made us all pay in layaway to make sure no one left the store without paying.

[fairydustcrissy]

TV Now:

Tech Specs

128MB Built-In Memory Holds up to 1 hour of video

Supprts high-speed SD Card Expand your memory and get up to 2GB of additional storage! (SD Card not included.)

Requires 4 “AAA” Alkaline Batteries (not included)

3 inch Color Backlit Screen

Built-In Speaker
Power Adaptor
AV Port

Headphone Jack

Ergonomic Design

Pop-Out Stand for hands-free entertainment!"

Seems to be very similar to the Disney Mix Max at a fraction of the price! The Mix Max does a little more, but the kids dont know that! lol. Glad I got mine for what I did. Had I paid full price I would be returning it for the TV Now.

Features a 2.2-inch color display and 512 MB of internal memory, which holds up to 240 songs or 6 hours of video (memory is easily expandable up to 2 GB with add-on SD/MMC cards sold separately)
Plays video at 220 x 176 resolution, or 30 frames per second - the standard rate for TV shows
Plays video (WMV), audio (MP3/WMA) and picture (JPEG) files
Includes a built-in, rechargeable battery. A typical charge provides up to two hours of video playback - plenty of time to watch a full-length movie while traveling
Also includes a 3.5 mm. stereo headphone jack, USB 2.0 port for connectivity (Mac & PC compatible) and a Windows Media software CD
A special "Mix It" feature allows for creating instant play lists
SRP $99.99 available at mass retailers nationwide such as Target and Best Buy and at DisneyShopping.com

[Mara]

Glad everyone is pleased with thier laptop. I went for the bike. I was so annoyed. They didn't have a copy of the ad anywhere but the office. The manager up front didn't know what was on sale. They said they didn't have the bikes which made me pretty mad. I went back and found them myself @@. There was only one girl bike so I'm glad I went when I did since someone right behind me wanted it to. Got the bike though and am please. They only had blue razor scooters and only 3 of them. Over all I'm annoyed with my walmart. We have 5 within 20 min of here maybe I should have picked another one lol

Mara

[able]

my walmart had pleanty of bikes and pleanty of scooters, seems noone here went shoppign today.

[fulfam]

I wanted to get that TVNOW thing and its sold out online and they don't have it at the store here either. :(

[stationchief]

All I need to know now is how to add the wireless internet. How do I get online??? Do I have to buy a Sprint card? In other words....what do I do next???

Next ... you need to sign up for DSL/cable (non-dialup) internet service and buy at least a wireless broadband router. Your new laptop (congrats, BTW!) should come already setup for recieving wireless signals, so now 'ya just need to send the signal through your home. A friend of mine got his WM laptop and tested the wireless by makin' a quick stop at a local hotel parking lot and 'bootlegging' the room's complimentary wireless internet service. :D Kinuva cheezy way of getting on the net. :cheesy:

[stationchief]

Just an update: I am posting this message from the new walmart computer! It took me under and hour to get it set up, registered, and connected to the internet!

Question for you techies: Can I buy an external DVD Burner and connect it to this thing?

Thanks! This laptop is so far way better than I expected...beautiful screen!

Michelle

If you can find an external DVD+-R/RW that's compatable with it. But unless you're a tekkie yourself you'll probably have to hire someone to do it for 'ya since the optical drive bay isn't removable. 'Ya gotta open up the laptop and do a few 'tekkie' things to it.

Even so, it's still nice to just be able to burn CDs on the go, ain't it? :D

[blessedmamax7]

I wanted the Baby Alive with the party pack and no one knew what I was talking about. They also said they didn't get any in or maybe they were still in the trailer. Did anyone offer to go look? Nooooooooooooooooooooooooo! So I grabbed one of the Baby Alive on the shelf and it rang up for $49.97. I quickly protested and to make a long story short I made them at least give it to me for $39.97. They told me to call tomorrow to see if they got the one with the party pack in. However, since reading the reviews about it and comparing it to the interactive Baby Chou Chou, I am returning it and getting one of those.

[stationchief]

Time for my story. ;)

I sorta wanted this laptop, but I don't have my 'play' money just yet so I couldn't go for it. :( However, earlier in the week, I told a friend of mine at work about the sale as he was in the market for a new computer. He went for it and sucessfully snagged the first one. :D

According to him, the supercenter he went to (over in waaaaaaaaaaaay north part of Phoenix) had set up about 20 folding chairs. If 'ya wanted a laptop, 'ya sat down at your place in line. If you moved from your seat, your place in line is up for grabs, so 'ya couldn't move from your place in line without possibly sacrificing your laptop. He showed up about 8pm and there was no one there for the laptop yet. Left and came back about 10pm, still no one, so he sat down at #1. Soon as he did so, a bunch of people around the electronics department suddenly jumped into a bunch of seats behing him. They were all hangin' around and waiting! By 12:01am there was a very long line well beyond the chairs as they did have a few more laptops than they had chairs. He didn't mention exactly how many laptops they said they had, but they did sell out before the line ended. So, unfortunately, a few people were too late.

Oh, and for the record, the WM discount worked for the laptop. His total out of pocket cost, laptop cost + tax - 10%, came to about $389. (Don't ask how he got the WM employee discount card. My wife would kill me!)

[boxerretreat]

My husband and I went to Walmart at 9PM to waite for one of the laptops. It was a small town Walmart that was listed in the extra fine print as minimum of 5 per store. Anyways, they had 20, but they were very secretive of where they would be lining up for the laptops. The assistant manager told me he would make an announcement at 11:30 and not before. I stated I did not get there at 9 pm to waite for some announcement, and he told me the two locations that were possible. My husband stayed at one and I stayed at the other. We did get one, however by the time I made it back to where they were giving them out there was a huge line. Thank goodness my hubby went with me, or I wouldn't have got one and I wouldn't have been very happy either. I am still pretty ticked about ow they did it, and don't think I will be in there black friday sale line after this bad experience with Walmart. That was just RUDE! And their customer service people were really rude. I am very frusterated with Wally World :mad: :no: :(

[skytrain]

I can't believe it :eyepoppin but I got the 398 laptop at 1pm on Sunday. I didn't go to a super walmart I think that is why they still had them. They had two left. I was still there when they sold the last one at 2 pm. I would say I was pretty lucky after reading the comments.:)

[becca0884]

I told my mom about these when the sale first came up on this site and she didn't say anything. About 9PM Saturday, she says "I want a laptop from WM" Grrrr anyways, so they (sis & mom) called WM to see how/where they were selling them and to see how many they had in stock. They told her they were handing out #s and wouldn't say how many or where, but there was already a line. So they played around a little bit longer and I thought they had given up. Finally around 9:45pm, she says "I guess I'll try and get one."

When she got there, they had to wait in line at Layaway and she was #12 and my sis was #13 in line. Some dude ran to sporting goods and came back with 6 chairs for them and a couple of other to sit in.

The store had 34 computers and they were gone a little after 11PM. It was limited to 1 per household, but they let my sister and mom both get one. So I got the one my sister bought. :D

[deelite]

This came off the Walmart store specific thread:

"A friend of mine was in line on the 5th to get one of the $398 laptops and he got one but one of the ladies in the back of the line did not and was upset. He overheard the Manager tell her that they would have more of the same laptops on BF for $298!!!!! He said he did not know how many they would have though. I took this as code for you may get one after the workers horde up their share. Anyway, if this is true, there will surely be a crowd and hopefully some more great deals."

Do you think it is true, if so I AM SO THERE!!! The one I got in layaway will still be there in case it is a hoax. :gdstooges:

[becca0884]

This came off the Walmart store specific thread:

"A friend of mine was in line on the 5th to get one of the $398 laptops and he got one but one of the ladies in the back of the line did not and was upset. He overheard the Manager tell her that they would have more of the same laptops on BF for $298!!!!! He said he did not know how many they would have though. I took this as code for you may get one after the workers horde up their share. Anyway, if this is true, there will surely be a crowd and hopefully some more great deals."

Do you think it is true, if so I AM SO THERE!!! The one I got in layaway will still be there in case it is a hoax. :gdstooges:

If it is true, congrats to the people that get them for $100 cheaper. I will get to use mine for almost a month. I got mine and never had to stand in line, my mom waited in line for 1 hr 45mins, where on BF, she might be standing in line for several hours and then not even get one. Plus, I have to be elsewhere on BF. So anyways, I'm happy to have mine right now. :)

[Cinnamonhuskies]

sold out here Sun. a.m. boo hoo
Hope there's another great deal on BF somewhere...

[RchristinaH]

Yaaaaaay. I got my WM laptop! :cheesy: Its waaaay better than I expected it to be. Great window display! I agree it comes with too much preloaded things from Compaq's sponsors, but those can be easily removed.

My experience:

Went to what was supposed to be a new super-WM Friday night around 10:30ish. Only to be told that they would be closing at 12 b/c they were understaffed and wouldnt reopen until 6am. I asked a few associates about the laptops, everyone acted like they didnt know what I was talking about! :mad:

So went back Saturday morning around 5:30am. Since it was so cold people, including me and my fiance, were sitting in our cars until about 5 minutes until the doors opened. Once the doors were opened, people literally ran to the electronics department. The manager passed out tickets then went to get the laptops from a cart in the back store room. In the meantime, we kind of formed our own line and started talking among ourselves b/c the manager was taking forever! While waiting, an associate walked up and was like who was here first (attempting to start conflict). We all were like, we are already in a line, leave us alone. :razz: But she kept on insisiting on knowing who was 1st!

Once the manager finally came out with a cart, there were exactly 15 laptops and probably 12 or so people in line waiting. My fiance ended up getting one after listening to a techie standing in line with us telling us what a great deal this was.

In conclusion, I'm glad I got one!!! That way, that will free up my time for other things on BF!!! :smart:

[luvthat48]

I had posted earlier about my DH standing in line....Well, he started talking to one of the managers of that store who told my Dh that the store had exactally 45 of the computers. How many did they give out??? 38 - wonder who got the others??????

Funny thing was the lady that was first in line was that managers wife. Dh was second, but I took over waiting after they gave out the tickets. That manager was the one ringing up the computers back in layway and he could not ring her up as she was family. Then I noticed that half of the line was related to people in the electronics department. They kept having to ask each other to ring up family members. I know anyone could have got in line, but just seemed fishy! I guess most people were not aware there would even be a line for this.

There was a man in line behind me who said he called Compac to get specifics on the computers and they could not pull up the model number. Said they must have been special made for Wal-mart only. So there could be more stored back for BF. I'm just glad I have mine and wont have to venture out early on BF!

[L_G_A]

Does anyone know anything about the TVNOW thing in this weeks ad? It doesn't say anything on their website about how many shows it will hold etc.? I also googled it and nothing. I also noticed that you can get some of the items online now that are in that ad for tomorrow.

It is made by Hasbro. It comes with internal memory (128 mb) that is supposed to hold 1.25 hrs (on low quality). You can add up to 2 GB sd card to hold much more. However, I wouldn't waste your money. I recorded off a dvd using highest quality. The playback of the show was barely recognizeable. You have to hold the player at just the right angle and even with the adjustable contrast you will have a hard time enjoying the picture. They sold out online, but our store has lots of them left on the floor. Two more, now, because we returned ours.

[tipstir]

I own one of these laptops, the wife got it for me the next day as a suprise, I must say it's not bad.

Things you need to know though...

I did upgrade the RAM to 1GB you can go as high as 2GB (waiting for the price to come down)

HD though 60GB is still good, I think it's a toshiba, as I did take it out to see.
You'll need to download AMD 64-bit driver for Sempron Mobile CPU, since this is really 64-bit CPU which has the 64-bit disabled. But eventhough the CPU is rated at 1.8, I did get 1.9 out of it using the AMD Power Driver. Neat feature you get from AMD for free.

I laptop does run very hot ( use a ANTEC COOLER FOR LAPTOP DUAL FANS)
When you get it they set the default in the bios for Video Shared Memory to 128MB out of the 512MB you get. But you can set that to 32MB instead.
ATI PCI EXPRESS GRAPHIC IS nice and you get an ultra bright LCD 1440x768 Wide screen.

Mine did come with Windows XP Home Edition, plus a bunch of software pre-installed. I quickly back that up to *.TIB image file (like GHOST) and installed my Windows XP Pro SP2 instead. All the drivers you need is on the HP/Compaq web site...

Bluetooth wireless with high 54G speed mode 125Mbps
10/100 Fast Ethernet
Modem
2 USB
S-Video

I think the new one has SD inputs

The battery is a 6-cell which will last 2 to 3hrs, but to get that to run at that time you'll need to have the unit run at 800MHz instead of 1.8GHz. If you use the AMD Power feature you can keep the system at 1.8 to 1.9GHz or higher. But then it runs so hot..

I did get 12-cell battery I get 4 hrs @ 800MHz to 6 hrs max, if I go to 800MHz

[disneyaholicraquel]

I told my mom about this deal Thursday. She was excited and nabbed one....she was 17th in line and arrived around 10:00 pm. They had 20 computers and had 20 chairs set up for you to wait. They actually handed out #'s around 11:15 and you could go look around the store until it was 12:01 am. Needless, to say everyone who got a # stayed right there until they had the laptop in there hands. I'm glad she got one but, I sure do wish I could have gone with her to see her face (we were at Disneyworld). She called me soooooo HAPPY :cheesy: