Dell - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Inspiron 7000 Series 17.3" Touch-Screen Laptop - 8GB Memory - Silver

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Item: Dell - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Inspiron 7000 Series 17.3" Touch-Screen Laptop - 8GB Memory - Silver
Rating: 2
Author: Ziggster

Model:GCRF-I7737

SKU:4002001

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Overview

Description

Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Learn more about Dell Inspiron GCRF-I7737 Laptop: With a spacious touch-screen display and sleek, slim profile, this Dell Inspiron laptop features a powerful yet energy-savvy processor and enhanced Waves MaxxAudio Pro sound system for the ideal combination of work and play.

Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products.

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Features

17.3" HD+ touch screen for hands-on control
Touch, tap, glide and make the most of Windows 8. TrueLife display features an antiglare coating while maintaining sharp contrast. 1600 x 900 resolution. Energy-efficient LED backlight.
4th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-4200U mobile processor
Ultra-low-voltage platform. Dual-core, four-way processing provides maximum high-efficiency power to go. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it.
8GB system memory for advanced multitasking
Substantial high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
750GB hard drive for lots of file storage space
Holds a sizeable collection of digital photos, music, HD videos and DVD-quality movies. 5400 rpm spindle speed for standard read/write times.
Intel® HD Graphics 4400
Fourth-generation on-processor graphics, designed to complement low-voltage processors and render high-quality images and stream videos with reduced power consumption.
Built-in stereo speakers
Waves MaxxAudio Pro is tuned to give you great sound across music, movies, voice and games.
Weighs 7.3 lbs. and measures 1.1" thin
Prioritizes screen size without sacrificing portability, so you get lots of viewing space without the laptop being too hefty to move around. 4-cell lithium-ion battery.
Extended battery life allows you plenty of time away from an outlet
Rated up to 7 hours and 41 minutes.
Forged aluminum finish in prestige silver
Creates a sophisticated look and provides a rigid but lightweight frame.
Voice recognition capability
Dragon software preinstalled so you can type by talking and control the laptop through voice commands.
Bluetooth 4.0 interface syncs with compatible devices
Wirelessly transfer photos, music and other media between the laptop and your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone or MP3 player, or connect Bluetooth wireless accessories.
4 USB 3.0 ports maximize the latest high-speed devices
1 of the ports features PowerShare to power USB devices, even while the laptop is off. The USB 3.0 ports are backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices (at 2.0 speeds).
HDMI output expands your viewing options
Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
Built-in media reader for simple photo transfer
Supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, SDXC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick XC, MultiMediaCard and MultiMediaCard Plus memory card formats.
Wireless and wired network connectivity
Built-in high-speed wireless LAN connects to your network or hotspots on the most common Wi-Fi standards. Gigabit Ethernet LAN port also lets you plug into wired networks.
Microsoft Windows 8 operating system
Designed for touch, mouse and keyboard, so you can choose how you get around. Use the touch screen to easily zoom and customize your new Start screen, or restore the familiar Windows desktop experience.
Built-in HD webcam with dual digital microphones
Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications.
Backlit keyboard for easy typing in dim or dark locations
Island-style keyboard with chiclet keys. Built-in 10-key numeric keypad to quickly input numbers. Buttonless touchpad.
DVD/CD burner
Reads and writes to a variety of media formats, including DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW and CD-R/RW.
Additional ports
Microphone-in/headphone-out combo jack.
Intel, Pentium, Celeron, Core, Atom, Ultrabook, Intel Inside and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

What's Included

Dell Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Inspiron 7000 Series 17.3" Touch-Screen Laptop - 8GB Memory - 750GB Hard Drive
4-cell lithium-ion battery
AC power adapter

Specifications

Other

Energy Star Compatible
No

Processor Brand
Intel

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716230738','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Processor</a>
Intel 4th Generation Core i5

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716230979','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Processor Speed</a>
1.8GHz (with Turbo Boost up to 2.6GHz)

Battery Type
4-cell Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340511518','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Display Type</a>
HD LED touchscreen

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340566303','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Screen Size (Measured Diagonally)</a>
17.3"

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716231665','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Cache Memory</a>
3MB

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716231937','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">System Memory (RAM)</a>
8 gigabytes

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716236490','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">System Memory (RAM) Expandable To</a>
Nonexpandable

Type of Memory (RAM)
DDR3L

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716232062','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Hard Drive Type</a>
SATA (5400 rpm)

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716235838','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Computer Hard Drive Size</a>
750GB

Optical Drive
DVD±RW/CD-RW

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340511924','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Optical Drive Speeds</a>
Drive speeds not specified

Direct-Disc Labeling
No

Digital Media Reader or Slots
Yes, digital media card reader

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716236524','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Graphics</a>
Intel® HD Graphics 4400

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716238297','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">TV Tuner</a>
No

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716236935','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">MPEG</a>
Yes

Built-in Webcam
Yes

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716237122','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Modem</a>
None

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340512096','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Networking</a>
Built-in 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector)

Wireless Networking
Wireless-B+G+N

Bluetooth-Enabled
Yes

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340818871','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">S-Video Outputs</a>
None

Audio
Waves MaxxAudio

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340512157','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">PCMCIA Slots</a>
None

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716239272','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">USB 2.0 Ports</a>
4 USB 3.0

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716239354','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">IEEE 1394 FireWire Ports</a>
None

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716239311','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Parallel Ports</a>
None

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716239499','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Game Ports</a>
None

Laptop Weight
Standard (more than 5.5 lbs.)

Battery Life
<a href="javascript:openOfferDetails('1219056050157','cat12178');">Up to 7 hours and 41 minutes</a>

HDMI Output
Yes

Blu-ray Player
No

Touchscreen
Yes

Operating System Platform
Windows

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716241291','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Operating System</a>
Windows 8

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1218331155414','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Operating System Bit Version</a>
64-bit

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1218870374819','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">ENERGY STAR Certified</a>
No

Best Buy PC App
No

Graphics Chip
Intel

Backlit Keyboard
Yes

Drive Capacity
750GB

Graphics Card
Intel® HD Graphics 4400

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1219068797731','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">EPEAT Qualified</a>
Yes

2-in-1
No

UPC
400040020011

Reviews

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars
So much for refurbished
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Geek Squad assured me that a refurbished laptop is a safer bet than a brand new one because they go over it with a fine tooth comb. Guess they did not comb the touch screen. The touch screen was intermittently working after the 12 hours of Windows updates that it needed. Going from 8.0 to 8.1 was a chore in itself. Very time consuming. Before the updates the touch screen did not work at all. So I figured it needed a driver or something. No such luck. Geek Squad could not help me figure it out. They suggested that I call Dell. Really? OK fine. I called Dell and after lots of troubleshooting they could not get the touch screen to work either. Well thank goodness for Dell support. They shipped me a brand new same model laptop but with upgrades. They went from I5 to an I7 processor and put an improved Nvidia graphics chip into it. I was thrilled.I went from a $650 laptop to a $1000 laptop and don't even have an account with Dell. That's right. They sent me a $1000 dollar replacement computer on good faith that I would return the other which I of course did. Trouble was that Best But would not transfer the Geek Squad protection plan to the new laptop because Dell gave me an improved version of the same model. I was forced to cancel my protection plan. Oh well...with a company as customer service oriented as Dell is I guess I won't need it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Windows not activated
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Posted 10 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought the refurbished computer that was geek squad certified. I had seen a few reviews that warned about this. When i got the computer the windows was not active. I tried calling geek squad but since i was not a member it was going to cost me. I finally got a hold of dell and they tried to help but said it was refurbished incorrectly and this had happened before. Best buy made good with a similar one but not the same chips and hard drive.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Poor Geek Squad
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Ordered this 17" refurbished computer. The first unit received was not the model in the box. Contacted Best Buy and they told me that they only had one left and would ship it out immediately. Received the replacement unit and found that the touch screen was not working and also that I could not activate the windows. Called Geek Squad and was told that this is a software issue and that they would not help me with it. Spent 3 hours on the line with Dell and they determined that the issue was a bad motherboard. Dell determined to replace the unit. My opinion of Geek Squad is VERY POOR. Looks like they are very lackadaisical and do NOT test the returned systems. All they do is reformat them and resell. I would never buy a refurbished anything from BESTBUY. As for the unit, there is only a few issues. One is there is no num lock indicator, the other is that the mouse pad does not have a scroll function.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Not happy
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Posted 10 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
freezes a lot, microphone not good, picture quality from camera poor
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
I returned this product. Not what was promised.
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The promised programs were not loaded. Could be just an oversight . I decided it would be better to buy something smaller. I'm now waiting for my refund.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great buy for a reasonable price.
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Posted 10 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I needed a PC for school and I picked this up in store. Great computer, great features for a minimal cost...
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good computer
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
So far so good. It has been working very well. I think the exterior material used (faux aluminium) is not strong enough nor dirt resistant enough. It's a bit heavy. Depsite these, I like it very much. I'm satisfied with it for now. However, more softwares should been provided along with it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
poor laptop
Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
as soon as I open laptop. It says windows not activated. called dell, geek squad and bestbuy, no one is able to resolve. all he had to say is sorry....
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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QuestionIs the optical drive a DVD Super Multi DL drive?According to the overview, the DVD/CD burner "reads and writes to a variety of media formats, including DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW and CD-R/RW." Can the DVD/CD burner also read and write to a DL DVD and DVD-RAM disc?
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QuestionWhat is the actual model number of this item?GCRF seems to be a BB specific item number designation. What is the actual Dell model number for this specific model?
Asked 11 years ago by hal1.
- Answer The model number is GCRF-I7737.
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QuestionWarranty service on Geek Squad Certified Refurbushed?According to the documentation it appears that with Geek Squad Certified Refurbushed laptop I would just bring the Product to a Best Buy store for repair. Is that right? i don't have to send it to the manufacturer? That seems like it's similar to their standard protection that usually costs at least $159, but already included. So what's the difference between the refurbished certified warranty (which is included) and their Geek Squad protection plan (not referring to the accident damage plan)
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Questionwhat are the conditions of returning this computer?I mean if the computer was really damaged, can I return it? I'm really scared of this refurbished thing, but the price is so good for that kind of computer. :)
Asked 11 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Best Buy offers a 15-day return period for most products, including refurbished items. if you're not satisfied with its features or performance, simply let us know and we'd be glad to help you arrange a return or exchange. If you'd like, you can also return it at your local Best Buy store. Full details can be found in our Return & Exchange Promise: http://bbyurl.us/RTE
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QuestionDoes this flip around so that the keyboard is on the back and you can use it as a tablet
Asked 11 years ago by Nikki.
- Answer No, the keyboard does not flip around or detach, and the laptop cannot be used as a tablet.
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Questionabout shippinghow much i will pay on shipping?free or?
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Questionwhat kind of computer do i need?needed for surfing internet, emails, facebook, paying bills and printing labels, sending faxes, external speakers...can all that be found in a laptop
Asked 11 years ago by me.
- Answer Sending faxes will require a special program, but this can do everything else.
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Questionoperating systemWould prefer to purchase this with Windows 7 pro with xp mode. Is this possible?
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