How to Buy a Dell XPS System

Dell equips its XPS computers with the latest technology--such as H2C liquid-cooled processors and Blu-ray disc drives--and constructs them from magnesium alloy and brushed aluminum. You can update any XPS model to fit your exact needs. Follow the steps to learn how to buy a Dell XPS system and have it shipped directly to your door.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Choose a Dell XPS Desktop Computer

1. Search XPS computer systems on Dell's website or call and speak to a representative at 1-800-WWW-DELL. Compare computer specs for desktop computers online and choose the best one for your needs.
2. Compare processors and hard drives of different systems. All XPS systems come standard with Intel Core 2 Duo Processors. The XPS 210 has a 250 GB hard drive. The XPS 720 and 720 H2C support up to four hard drives, and you can order them with up to 2.75 TB of hard drive space.
3. Look at monitors and graphics cards. The XPS 210 comes with a 19-inch-wide flat panel monitor and ATI Radeon graphics. The XPS 720 comes with a 20-inch-wide flat panel monitor and 768 MB NVIDIA GeForce graphics card, while the XPS 720 H2C comes with a 24-inch-wide Ultrasharp flat panel monitor and Dual 768 MB NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTX graphics cards--SLI enabled.
4. Choose the type of disc drive you prefer. Dell computers are standard with CD/DVD burner drives, but the XPS 720 and 720 H2C are also available with Blu-ray disc drives for HD movies and programs.
5. Compare the weight and size of the Dell XPS desktop systems. The XPS 210 is a small desktop PC, standing at 12.5 inches tall and 3.7 inches wide. The XPS 720 and 720 H2C are large and heavy, as you would expect with a computer designed for "upgradability."
6. Purchase your choice desktop computer after looking at other available features and choosing upgrades. The XPS 210 has an upgrade option of a television tuner. The XPS 720 and the 720 H2C have a PhysX accelerator that's great for gaming, and the 720 H2C is available with a two-stage hybrid processor cooling system to eliminate overheating.

Choose a Dell XPS Notebook Computer

7. Search XPS computer systems on the Dell website or call and speak to a representative at 1-800-WWW-DELL. Compare computer specs for notebook computers online and choose the best one for you.
8. Compare processors and hard drives between the systems. All XPS systems come standard with Intel Core 2 Duo Processors. The XPS M1710 notebook has an 80 GB, 7,200 RPM hard drive.
9. Look at monitors and graphics cards. The XPS M1330 notebook is the thinnest 13.3-inch notebook available, while the XPS M2010 has a 20-inch HD widescreen and a 256 MB ATI Mobility Radeon X1800 graphics card. The XPS M1710 has a 17-inch HD widescreen display with a 512 MB NVIDIA GeForce 7950 GTX graphics card.
10. Compare the weight and size of the Dell XPS notebook systems. The XPS M1330 is under 1-inch thick and weighs under 4 lb. for ultimate portability. The M2010 has the portability of a laptop with the features of a desktop, and Dell designed this notebook as a desktop replacement.
11. Purchase your choice notebook computer after looking at additional features and choosing upgrades. The XPS M2010 allows you to use the wireless Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, giving you the feel of a desktop computer in a laptop, and comes with a media remote control and a built-in webcam. The XPS M1710 is the ultimate mobile gaming notebook and is available with Special Edition Formula Red Chassis.

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