Dell Inspiron i15RN-2354BK 15-Inch Laptop: Intel core i3-2350m 2.3Ghz, 6GB Memory, 500GB hard drive, 802.11b/g/N, BlueTooth, USB 3.0 (Diamond Black)

by Dell

• Intel Core i3 2350M Processor 2.3GHz
• 6GB DIMM RAM
• 500GB 5400RPM Hard Drive
• 15.6-Inch Screen, Intel HD Graphics 3000
• Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
• 15.6-inch screen, Intel HD Graphics 3000, HDMI output for connection to HDTV

Product Description

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Wrapped in curvy edges and smooth lines, the Dell Inspiron i15RN (model i15RN-2354BK) seamlessly travels by your side without getting in your way. It features a 15.6-inch high-definition display and it weighs less than 6 pounds. The full-size, ergonomically designed keyboard gives your fingers plenty of space to stretch out and get comfortable, and it includes a 10-key pad.

Enjoy movies and multimedia in brilliant clarity with a
15.6-inch HD widescreen display.

It's powered by a second-generation Intel Core i3 dual-core processor, which provides breakthrough digital media management, content creation, and 3D gaming capabilities. Additionally, this Inspiron laptop includes award-winning Intel Wireless Display functionality, which enables you to enjoying great image clarity and sound on your HDTV without plugging in any cables.

Change is easy with this latest version of the Inspiron R laptop thanks to a variety of optional interchangeable lids that enables you to personalize your laptop for style or just change of mood in just seconds (learn more below).

This Dell laptop features two speedy USB 3.0 ports--the latest development in USB data transfer technology. Perfect for transferring and retrieving large files between your PC and an external hard drive or digital camera, USB 3.0 offers the speediest, most efficient way get what you need from external devices. (It also comes with a standard USB 2.0 port and a combo USB 2.0/eSATA port, plus USB 3.0 is backward compatible.)

You also get Dell's innovative Stage software, which provides a one-stop entertainment hub. Download movies, play games, listen to your favorite songs, and stream radio stations with RadioTime. Connect with friends on social networks, and view their Facebook and Flickr photos together in a real-time photo stream (learn more below).

It comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system. You'll also experience new ways to deliver your best work with Office Starter 2010 (learn more below).

 

Pop. Click. Switch. Change your laptop lid in seconds with SWITCH by Design Studio swappable lids. Choose from over 20+ options. The SWITCH by Design Studio collection includes over 20 new eye-popping lids sporting vibrant colors and unique designs. Start the day with a Peacock Blue lid, and switch it out for a design-inspired look at night. Carefully selected from Dell Design Studio's curated collections, the contemporary art and graphic designs available from SWITCH by Design Studio offer exclusive selections from outstanding independent artists, designers, and partners including OPI and Threadless and charitable partners, Susan G. Komen for the Cure and (PRODUCT)RED, where a portion of proceeds benefit each organization, respectively. See more examples of SWITCH by Design Studio swappable lids.

 

Intel Wireless Display Capable With integrated Intel Wireless Display technology, you'll be able to cut down on the cluttered mass of wires surrounding your work station and stop crowding around your laptop screen to enjoy vivid pictures, video and other content. You'll enjoy great image clarity and sound without sacrificing quality and without wires. Simply connect an optional adapter for Intel Wireless Display (such as the Netgear Push2TV PTV2000 and Belkin ScreenCast adapters) to your TV, follow a few simple steps, and you're off and running. Set it up once, and sharing your screen is as easy as pushing a button.

 

Dell's innovative Stage multimedia software.

The Stage That Sets Itself

Dell Stage delivers the things that matter to you right to your desktop, with your most recent content always front and center. Seamlessly toggle between your favorite applications (photos, videos, music, Web pages and more) with ease, all from Stage's sleek, movie-reel style interface.

With Stage, you can easily edit and crop your photos, then share them with family and friends on Facebook or Flickr--no extra software required. Want to find that song you love? MusicStage lets you search your music collection by artist, title or even genre. And when you're ready to share your home movies, PhotoStage makes it easy to play and upload video files to Facebook.

When you buy a Dell system equipped with Stage software, you get a one-stop entertainment hub. Download movies, play games, listen to your favorite songs and stream radio stations with RadioTime. Connect with friends on social networks, and view their Facebook and Flickr photos together in a real-time photo stream. And SyncUP (powered by Nero) is the easy way to keep the smartphones, tablets and computers in your network in sync (requires download from Android Market).

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Key Specifications 15.6-inch LED-backlit display with 1366 x 768 resolution for native HD 720p viewing 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3-2350M dual-core processor (3 MB L3 cache) 500 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM) 6 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (1333 MHz; 8 GB maximum) Intel HD Graphics 3000 for casual and mainstream gaming (supports Microsoft DirectX 10). 8x multi-format CD/DVD drive 1-megapixel HD webcam (1280 x 720) Built-in stereo speakers with 4 watts of power (2W x 2) and SRS Premium Sound enhancement 6-cell battery Chiclet-style keyboard Touchpad with integrated scrolling and gestures Dimensions and Weight: 14.8 x 10.2 x 1.39 inches (WxDxH); 5.8 pounds

Wireless & Networking Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) for ultra-fast connectivity to home and business networks (requires Wireless-N router to optimize speed and range). Intel Wireless Display capabilities enables you to wirelessly stream videos, photos and music from your hard drive, home network, or the internet straight to your HDTV. Next-generation Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity provides faster throughput while minimizing on power requirements. It's compatible with new Bluetooth 3.0-enabled devices as well as backward compatible with older Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as printers and cell phones. Fast Ethernet (10/100) Connectivity & Expansion 2 ultra-fast USB 3.0 ports with up to 10x the speed of USB 2.0 (and is backward compatible with your USB 2.0 peripherals). 1 eSATA/USB 2.0 combo port (with PowerShare for charging devices even when laptop is off) 1 standard USB 2.0 port HDMI port for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable. VGA video output (analog, RGB) 8-in-1 Media Card Reader (supports SD, SDHC, SDXC, MS, MS-Pro, MMC, MMC+, xD) Microphone and headphone jacks

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What's in the Box

This package contains the Dell Inspiron i15RN-2354BK notebook PC, AC adapter, rechargeable battery, and printed documentation.

Warranty

1-year limited hardware warranty; 24/7 phone support; mail-in service

Included Software

McAfee SecurityCenter with Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware, Firewall (30-day trial); Microsoft Office Starter 2010

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Windows 7 Home Premium The Best Entertainment Experience On Your PC Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. You can even watch, pause, and rewind TV or record it to watch whenever and wherever you want. For the best entertainment experience, choose a PC with Windows 7. Windows 7: Your PC Simplified Improved desktop navigation features like Snap, Peek and Shake, make it easier to manage all of your open windows. Find virtually anything on your PC--from documents to songs to email--just by typing a word or two with Windows Search. Designed to make your PC sleep and resume quicker. Watch, pause, rewind and record TV with Windows Media Center to watch whenever and where ever you want.*

Get a Faster, Safer Web with a New PC and Internet Explorer 9 Helps protect against identity theft and malicious software with SmartScreen Filter. Movies, TV, and videos look better and run more smoothly. Create, Connect, and Share with Windows Live Windows 7 and Windows Live bring it all together for free. Get the free set of programs that make it simple to create and share amazing photos and movies, organize mail, and stay connected with your closest friends. Get free online storage with Windows Live SkyDrive. Sync files on your PCs automatically with Windows Live Mesh. Share photos during video chats with Windows Live Messenger.** Easily edit photos. Combine the best parts of multiple photos into one perfect photo with Photo Fuse. You can download Windows Live for FREE at download.live.com.

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Complete Your PC Experience with Microsoft Office 2010 Includes reduced functionality versions of Microsoft Word and Excel with advertising. (Note that PowerPoint or Outlook are not included.) Purchase Office 2010 today and get the most out of your new PC.   * Additional hardware may be required. Not available in all countries. (See windows.microsoft.com/products/windows-7/system-requirements/ for more information.) ** Requires a compatible microphone, speakers or headset, webcam, and broadband connection.

Product Description

Introducing the new Inspiron 15R laptop. With a 15.6-inch display, 2nd Gen Intel Core processors and optional switchable lid designs, you get the look you want and the performance you need

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it all. July 8, 2012

By B. Herrera

I got this laptop when my personal laptop (we own some) started to act up. I picked this Dell because of the keyboard, since I write a lot and in this keyboard the keys are separate from each other. It makes a great difference in speed and I make less mistakes while I am typing. I just love it.
Setup is pretty easy. You can surf the web with no problem. Also this computer is very light, it almost feels like it is made of sponge. The only thing that I don't like is that is not a perfect rectangle, and that the finish feels a little cheap. I peeled off the stickers and that left a mark, which probably only my eyes can see. But besides the cosmetics, this is a great laptop.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars dell computer 8 in 1 media card reader July 19, 2012

By Claudia Stewart

Amazon Verified Purchase

i purchased this Dell at Amazon as it was cheaper than anyplace else. i love it. it does exactly what they say it does and does it well. im not very good with computers but have used them a long time. i have purchased HP's 3 times, 2 desk tops and a very expensive laptop and they didnt continue to work well after a few monnths and never worked as well as this one out of the box. i dont buy junk so it wasnt because they were cheap ones.
i love the crispness of the keys and the colors of the screen. everything is good with this as far as i am concerned at this time. how long it will be superior ill find out down the road.
july 30th.Had the computer for over a month now and the bloom is going off the rose. since ive had it over a month cant send it back. the 8 in 1 media card reader doesnt work. in fact cant be found. Dells website sucks. i cant get through to even try to get help. the one time I did get somebody on line for a different problem she couldnt help me because i didnt buy the machine from Dell. now im becoming very disappointed in the machine, Dell and even Amazon because i spent a lot of money and cant get something that works right. Dont know what im going to do about getting the pictures off my digital cameras card. I would just like for things to work the way they were supposed to. I suggest that when you get this or any computer, you immediately try out every function and make sure it does what it is supposed to do, that way if something is wrong you will know it before the send back time is over and you are stuck.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars works absolutely great June 2, 2012

By mike miner

Amazon Verified Purchase

2nd dell ive owned..last one lasted me 10 yrs no problems and is still up and kicking with my kids and getting daily use..system battery was all ive HAD to replace

40 of 54 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars What happened to DELL customer service? February 16, 2012

By Ben Dover

Received a new Dell Inspiron 15R on Feb 7. Discovered mike jack nonfunctional after 3 days of trying to get my previously functioning Dragon voice recognition working. Did everything I could to satisfy the definition of insanity and then called Dell tech support. 1 hour of screen sharing session and driver reloads and bios work took tech to conclusion that motherboard was bad. In home tech replacement resulted in no fix. Jacks were on sound card daughter board that was overnighted for 2nd at home visit and still no fix. 2nd dell tech support with screen sharing session resulted in tech telling me that it could not be fixed and I was eligible for return and upgrade and would be transferred to someone that could do that for me. Brief synopsis of sequence of attempts to fix elicited 2 questions. First one, " Will you take $25 certificate and work with tech support to fix problem? ". "NO". Second one, " Will you take $50 and work with tech support to fix problem? ". "Did you not hear what I told you??? $500 wouldn't do it. I want my upgrade ". " I can't do that ". I started to get the vibe he was messing with the getting angry American. And I got very angry when I was told that not only would I not get an upgrade, I would not get an equivalent computer in exchange for a return of the defective one. Money back only option. I could picture the speaker phone on and everyone in the room listening as he asked me a final question after I very loudly said. " ARE WE THROUGH ? "......In a very calm voice he asked me...." Are you satisfied with our phone conversation ? ".

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars So didn't want the hassle July 22, 2012

By Spidomom

Amazon Verified Purchase

Bought this Dell after doing a fair amount of research. Looked like out of box set up was going to be breezy. Then uninstall/install started freezing system up. MANY hours on the phone with Dell. They were kind, and trying to be helpful, but ultimately never fixed the problem. Oh woe, what to do. Ah, ha. I bought it from Amazon, so just return it.

Ended up replacing, hopeful first was just a bad copy of Windows but alas replacement doing same. Both going back tomorrow. So much wasted time. Now have to start fresh with entirely new, not Dell, choice.

Gad. It's worse than buying a car.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Good for moderately priced computer June 26, 2012

By N. Pierce

Amazon Verified Purchase

I have only have had the computer a few days, but so far there have been no issues with it. The laptop gets warm, but I would say that it is no warmer than any other laptop on the market. Setup was very easy and connected to my home network with no issues. I had hoped it would support a dual band wireless router, but I believe it only supports single, but there may be something in the settings I can change. Dell comes with additional product offerings, but I deleted them as they are just redundant systems as to what Microsoft loads there computers with. Two of the things that I have noticed is 1) there is a noise when you use the keys on the left side of the keyboard and 2) product doesn't include Blue Ray, even though the icon was shown in the pictures. For #1, it is only when I use everything from the G key to the left. It may be due to how hard I type, but since they entire keyboard doesn't do it, I would not say that is the cause. I moved the computer and couldn't hear anything physically loose, so I think it is the individual keys rattling on the keyboard. For #2, even though Blue Ray wasn't listed in the description, when I saw the picture with the Blue Ray icon on the drive drawer, I figured it would be there. The Bluetooth is great and I have already set up my iPhone to play through the computer. USB 3.0 is a great addition and it is noticeable over 2.0. Considering I bought this computer for use while deployed, I expect I will be able to get a year out of it as long as I take care of it. It seems like people always complain that things do not last, yet they don't care to actually take care of the things they buy.