OK, sry. I posted THEN read the FAQ. Here are some specifics...
1_What is your budget? $1000
2_What is the size of the notebook that you are considering? 15-17"
3_What screen resolution do you want? IDK
4_Do you need a portable or desktop replacement laptop? no
5_How much battery life do you need? don't care
6_Do you want to play games with your laptop? If so then please list the games that you want to with the settings that you want for these games. (Low,Medium or High)? Fallout 3, mass effect, dragon age, the best resolution $1000 can buy
7_What other tasks do you want to do with your laptop? (Photo / Video editing
,watching movies, Etc.) nothing else really, basic office programs
8_How much storage (H.D.D Capacity) do you need? 300-500 GB
9_If you are considering specific sites to buy from, please post their links. N/A
10_How long do you want to keep your laptop? 2 years
11_What kind of Optical drive do you need? DVD ROM/Writer,Bluray ROM/Writer,Etc ? DVD Writer is fine, Blu Ray is not a requirement
12_Please tell us about the brands that you prefer to buy from them and the brands that you don't like and explain the reasons. dont care
13_What country do you live in? USA
14_Please tell us any additional information if needed. I'm spending a year away from home and just want a system to help pass the time, but so nice that if the sand ruins it I'll get too pissed, hence the $1000 cap.
Thanks in advance for any help