[CS-FSLUG] Opinions Needed - Dell Latitude C600

[JD Runyan]

Don Parris wrote:
> I can get a Dell Latitude C600 for $400 (for our ministry).  It's a
> 1GHz Pentium with 20GB HDD/256MB RAM, and a CD-ROM drive.  No OS,
> which is perfect for me, anyway.  Magazine reviews I've seen suggest
> it's a decent laptop.  One purchaser review says the battery has a
> short lifespan, contrary to the reviews.  Could be a bad battery for
> that system.  Any input gang?
> 
> Don
I had a C600 and have a C640 now. It is a great laptop. It works well 
with Linux and with Win2K. It can also load two batteries at the same 
time. The second battery fits in the accessory bay. I recommend having 
two. With two I can last about 3-4.5 hours on WiFi network. I have 
lasted 6-8 hours when not using a network.

I haven't done the research, but $400 sounds steep for something that 
age, since you can get some new ones for very little over that price.