Dell laptops strike back!!!

gamerman4

gamerman4

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You should prolly get a good laptop cooler for your Dell lappy or that won't be the only thing that gets scorched :eek: . I thought I'd post this as a warning and something to laugh hysterically at (I chose the latter). Dell laptops can explode.....no not catch on fire......EXPLODE....Exhibit A:

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This IS a Dell
Dell Spontaneous Combustion (awesome!)
Apparently your Dell lappy is NOT cool (though when ever was a Dell "cool"? :P )​

Dell laptop explodes at Japan conference
http://www.theinquirer.net/default.aspx?article=32550
Come on Japanese businessman......couldn't your budget allow for something other than a Dell....i mean....come on.....a Dell?!?!!??
Here is a great quote...this guys knows what he's talkin about
"The damn thing was on fire and produced several explosions for more than five minutes". "For the record, this is a Dell machine," notes Gaston....HELL YEAH!!! This man is a genius!!


Another Dell laptop catches on fire
http://www.theinquirer.net/default.aspx?article=33321
I tell you these thing are out to get you. First Japan now THG......THG!!!!! Yes, a guy at Toms Hardware was working at his lappy and it just BURST INTO FLAMES when he wasnt looking!!!! The fire alarm went off and as he turned back to grab his laptop.......hehe.....just read the article.


Dell has secret stash of burnt-out notebooks
http://www.theinquirer.net/default.aspx?article=33191
Come on Dell.....just....nevermind

just a lil more bout it with a picture
http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2006/07/28/1153816375720.html

I dunno if this has been posted already but I thought it was too funny to let go.


*Note: This was posted to poke some fun at Dell. Exploding Laptop Syndrome is not limited to Dell...just its funnier when it happens to a Dell.
 
Makes you wonder doesnt it?....its not like they expect that when they are writing the warranty....hmmmm
Though of course you call customer support....
(Dell customer support phone rings somewhere in India....damn outsourcing :P)
Achmed: Hello? Dell customer support....
You: Yeah my Dell Laptop just blew up....
Achmed: What operating system are you using?
You:.......ummmmm Burnt XP
Achmed: I am unfamiliar with this Operating System you may have been infected with a virus of some kind.
You: Oh thanks I'll just go and do a virus scan on my MELTED laptop, great man you are awesome help.
Achmed: You are welcome and may Allah bless you.
 
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Motoxrdude said:
I wonder if thats covered under the warranty :P
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I was wondering that too, I don't think it would be because I'm pretty sure that any physical damage done to the laptop voids the warranty, god that would piss me off soooo bad. I should call Dell tomorrow and ask them, if I can remember to I will.
 
hehe, I just thought of a good advertising slogan... "THEY'RE EXPLOSIVE!" because some people say explosive like it's good, like "it's an explosively good deal". lol
 
Imagine if that was actually on his lap though, it would have blew a hole where is manhood once stood. Imagine the lawsuit that would be tied to that.
 
I think, in future they should provide a free portable fire-extinguisher with each sell of laptop too. if not, then Dell users may buy themselves for safety reasons.
 
The_Number_Of_The_Beast said:
Just saw it on ABC News. Dell are recalling 4 million of there batteries.
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Actually the total number is somewhat more like 4.1 million according to the report you can read through at http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory?id=2317192

"DALLAS Aug 15, 2006 (AP)— Dell Inc.'s record-setting recall of 4.1 million notebook computer batteries raised safety concerns about the power source of countless electronic devices, but experts said the problem appears to stem from flaws in the production of the laptop batteries, not the underlying technology."
 
PC eye said:
Actually the total number is somewhat more like 4.1 million according to the report you can read through at http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory?id=2317192

"DALLAS Aug 15, 2006 (AP)— Dell Inc.'s record-setting recall of 4.1 million notebook computer batteries raised safety concerns about the power source of countless electronic devices, but experts said the problem appears to stem from flaws in the production of the laptop batteries, not the underlying technology."
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O, thanks for the correction :D
 
I just saw it on Attack of the Show, they showed some of the pics form the Japanese conference incident. I guess my timing on putting this article up is pretty good though I saw the THG incident article weeks ago.
 
Old news.....well, for me at least. If you guys haven't heard dell has recalled 4 million laptop batteries about 2 days ago.

Edit: Seems someone already posted the recall :)
 
dmantek7 said:
From what I understand the problem seems to be in the lithium battery itself. What do you guys think of that?
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That's the 4.1 million Sony made Lithium batteries that have been overheating and even catching on fire cooking laptops in your face suddenly. That's a disaapointment since Sony generally makes reliable products. But a recall can happen in any line of manufacturing. Look at some cheap autos and see that enough! :P
 
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