Dell Inspiron Mini 10v 10.1-inch 1.6GHz Laptop

Dell knocked an extra $30 off the normal price of the Mini 10v. Was $279 in January. Dell told me this $249 price was only good through Feb. 10, but then when you get to the checkout, it says this price expires April 23, but who knows with Dell. Get your Dell Mini 10v for $249 here.

The Dell Mini 10v is the base model of the Mini 10 netbook series. If you just want a cheap netbook from Dell, this is the one to get. It has an Intel Atom processor, standard 1GB memory and 160GB hard drive, built-in webcam, and more. Plenty good for hopping on the web at the coffee shop, the library, and the airport, etc.

If you want upgrades like Windows 7, a bigger hard drive, or even a solid state hard drive, click here.

If you want the super fancy upgrades like a built-in TV tuner or a GPS system, click here.

Back in November 2009, Dell dropped the base price from $299 to $279, so now you're effectively paying $50 less than many Dell customers, including college students going back to school, paid last fall.

Want a Mac Netbook? According to Gizmodo, this Dell Mini 10v is the "Ultimate Snow Leopard Netbook." So click here to buy a Mini 10v for $249 and then learn how to make your own Dell Mini 10v / Apple Hackintosh Netbook.

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