Targus Groove Backpack Case Designed for 17 Inch Laptops CVR617 (Black)

by Targus

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 19 x 16.2 inches ; 2.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0029L9YHI
• Item model number: CVR617
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (354 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 14, 2004

Product Description

Size Name: 17 Inch | Color: Black

The Targus 17" Groove Backpack contains a padded compartment designed to protect laptops with up to 17¿ screens. The backpack is also equipped with a front pocket which includes pen loops and a media pocket with line-out headphone port to easily listen to music on the go. In addition to the laptop compartment, the Groove backpack also features a large section to carry books or binders. There are also multiple accessory compartments, dual water bottle holders and a convenient side zippered pocket for extra storage. Whether going on trips, attending school or transporting your laptop to work, this casual backpack is functional for the everyday traveler.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

97 of 100 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome product and incredible value, November 12, 2004

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Kevin Woodward (Soquel, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Targus Groove Backpack Case Designed for 16" Inch Laptops CVR600 (Black) (Accessory)

I purchased this product as a backup for my $100 leather laptop case and because I saw it listed as a top seller -- it's now my full-time laptop carrying case and I understand clearly why it is so popular.

Well-designed, sturdy and light ... perfect for the office as well as school. Lots of pockets without being gimmicky, ergonomics were definitely a major consideration in product development. It's so much more comfortable than my pricier laptop case and so much more versatile, too. I can carry books, files, lunch -- just about everything but the kitchen sink without getting a sore shoulder.

My purchase price was <$20 with the rebate but I would easily pay twice that with pleasure should I ever need to replace it. Un-be-liev-a-ble. Great for students or as a gift.

53 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Targus Groove BACKPACK, March 31, 2006

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Porsche Williamson (NC, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Targus Groove Backpack Case Designed for 16" Inch Laptops CVR600 (Black) (Accessory)

I got tired of "trying to be a cute grad student" and set out to replace my painful messenger bag with a laptop carrying case that possessed the following:
(1) padded protection for a 14" wide screen laptop (Dell XPS m140) and its relatively small charger,
(2) space to accommodate at LEAST a 1.5" binder (and 1" text book, if at all possible)
(3) multiple compartments to store pens, graphing calculator, organizer, cell phone, and other small what-nots
(4) padded dual shoulder comfort/ superior durability
(5) in giving up the messenger back I knew I had to compromise some style but I really wanted something that wasn't terribly bulky, colorful or dramatic in overall design
(6) and most importantly- on a college student budget I refused to pay the $50+ price tag of many popular models...

So, I came across this backpack after a thorough search for something compatible. The Targus Groove Backpack met all of my criteria! Please note, I have not had it long enough to comment on durability but it is made very well (thick, tight stitching, smooth zippering, reinforced bottom, etc). It is a BIG book bag but it makes up for that in the modestly coordinated black nylon with gray logos and its non-bulky exterior. Additionally, the laptop pocket fits my Dell m140 perfectly (13x9x1.5") and it still has breathing room for thickness and height with a small Velcro strap to go over the top exposed portion of the laptop. The pocket padding is very sufficient, but I still keep mine in a thin protective sleeve to keep the case scratch free. I was ecstatic to find that it could house my overstuffed 1.5" binder, charger, cell, calculator, pen/pencil zipping case, organizer, AND a 2" text book with more room to boot!! Of course I had to put it on for a test of comfort and found the shoulder padding EXCELLENT. (I am small framed so I hope this will prove true for larger statures as well.) And BEST of all, I caught it on sale at CompUSA for $29.99 with a $10 rebate for overall $19.99 +tax!!! I really wouldn't change anything about this bag except maybe add lower lumbar support or a massage mechanism (kidding). Oh yeah, the bag itself is relatively lightweight, which I found to be a problem with some other models.

All in all, it seems to have been a GREAT buy and I would highly recommend the Targus Groove Backpack to anyone looking for a lightweight, comfortable, non-tacky, compartment friendly, inexpensive and spacious laptop backpack.

167 of 197 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Targus CVR600 Is Versitile, Well Made And Inexpensive, July 7, 2004

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[e-mail] (WI, United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Targus Groove Backpack Case Designed for 16" Inch Laptops CVR600 (Black) (Accessory)

This is the least expensive Notebook Backpack that I could find but it's surprisingly well made and stylish. It looks much better than its picture...MUCH better. I like the numerous zippered pockets. There's a place for everything, digital camera, cell phone, papers, books and even a mouse. I prefer taking an external USB mouse instead of using the touch pad on my Notebook. There's three nice bubble type pockets, one of which fits my optical USB mouse nicely. My big Laptop with its 15.4" wide-screen fits inside the Backpack's built-in sleeve like a glove with no room to spare. Another nice feature is the PVC coated bottom. This will protect the computer if you inadvertently set the pack down on wet ground. Most Notebook Backpacks are considerably more expensive without giving you more. The Targus CVR600 was a perfect fit for my budget. Plus it's easy on the eye with good quality and plenty of compartments. I give it my highest recommendation. (Note: Amazon had the best price after FREE shipping was factored in.)

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