Targus Neoprene Sleeve Designed for 17 Inch Notebooks CVR217 Black with Blue Accents)

by Targus

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.5 x 17.5 x 13.8 inches ; 1.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00023763Y
• Item model number: CVR217
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (179 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

Size Name: 17 Inch

From the Manufacturer

The CVR217 features a neoprene exterior, which provides extra protection for large 17-inch notebooks. Even with its ultra-slim design, the case features ample space in the front pocket and interior storage sections for business cards, pens, keys, and files. This 1-pound case can either be carried by its convenient, comfortable handles or by its unique shock-absorbing EqualizerStrap, which evenly distributes weight over the user's shoulder for greater comfort. This top-loading, lightweight, affordable case is covered by Targus's limited lifetime warranty.

Features:

• Device compatibility: notebooks measuring up to 41.9 x 33 x 5.7 cm
• Exterior dimensions: 44.5 x 35 x 6.4 cm
• Material: neoprene
• Weight: 450g
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Product Description

Targus CVR217 17 Notebook Slip Case

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

49 of 58 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars light-duty notebook case, very light and very basic, July 23, 2005

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This review is from: Targus Neoprene Sleeve Designed for 17 Inch Notebooks CVR217 Black with Blue Accents) (Personal Computers)

This notebook case is not a kind of case which you often see people traveling with; it is made of a soft material which would allow you, if you wanted so, to pack the case into a roll like a sleeping bag. It does not have any serious side pockets or roomy internal compartments (you might be able to fit several folders with papers next to your laptop, but even a power supply would buldge from the side), does not provide any protection for your computer other than a medium-thin padding on all sides, and does not seem to be water or dirt - proof. Additionally, the plastic clips which are used to attach its shoulder belt suggest that it was designed for light duty applications (more expensive models use metal clips). This approach allowed Targus to make this case very light and very well suited for transporting a notebook short distances, like from a parking lot to your office. However, if you want to travel with your laptop, you will be tempted to either use this case as merely a sleeve to store your laptop in your carry-on bag, or to get a more robust case. Be sure that you understand what you are buying, it will not work equally well for all applications. It is very attractively priced, but when you see and touch it, you realize that it is not that much of a bargain.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Several reviews on this page, including the two most highly ranked reviews which appear first on this page, refer to Targus backpack, which is a completely different product! Don't get mislead, they are totally irrelevant to this slip case! Watch carefully for a comment in italics at the end of the reviews to see which product they refer to.

20 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Ooh, it makes me mad..., August 8, 2006

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Anon (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Targus CVR200 15.4" Laptop Sleeve (Personal Computers)

I used this bag for one year to carry my 13.3", 4.2 lb laptop (without the charger) and occasionally a textbook (never more than one - there wasn't enough space). It served me well enough at the time. The shoulder strap was comfortable, and the separate front pocket was easy to access and large enough to hold my other stuff. The downside: one day, while walking to class, the D-shaped ring on the side broke and the shoulder strap released. Absolute disaster! Sure, the bag is well padded, but it does nothing to protect a laptop after it plunges 3 feet onto concrete. My laptop was in bad shape: there was a hole in the casing on the corner where it had impacted the ground. Also, my wireless internet on-off switch stopped working. Unfortunately, it had gotten stuck in the "off" position.

I called Targus customer service and received nothing more than a hard-to-hear (overseas) service rep reciting the company's mission statement. I asked to talk to a higher-up and was denied. Later I received an email offering to replace my bag, as per the warranty. I didn't take them up on the offer, nor will I be entrusting my laptop (back to normal now, after a $400+ repair) to a Targus product.

Bottom line: I can't recommend this product to anybody. Current owners, check your D-rings; mine were separated in a very inconspicuous line.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Tartus CVR217 Neoprene Slip Case for 17" Notebook, January 11, 2007

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This review is from: Targus Neoprene Sleeve Designed for 17 Inch Notebooks CVR217 Black with Blue Accents) (Personal Computers)

The outside of the case is fine but I was disappointed to find no padding of any kind inside the case to protect my computer. Consequently, I would not recommend purchasing this product.

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