The Dell Latitude X300 is a well-designed ultra portable laptop first sold in 2003. It's still popular and therefore, commonly found online as a used or refurbished computer. Buy X300 refurbished computers as a cost-effective alternative for the businessperson seeking 1 or more portable laptops.

Since Dell no longer sells the Dell X300 laptop, new X300 units are virtually impossible to find. However, sellers who deal in refurbished or used computers typically have a refurbished Dell Latitude X300 for sale at a reasonable price. A rebuilt Dell laptop may undergo testing by the merchant that entails making necessary repairs to the computer. Read the fine print on the bill of sale to determine specific tests, repairs and warranty coverage.

There are several things to consider when looking for a refurbished Dell Latitude X300 for sale:

1. Check the system specifications of the software and upgrade the RAM or hard drive.
2. Consider the options most useful on the Dell X300 laptop: the Media Base docking station or a larger battery.
3. Make sure you understand the terms of the warranty on a refurbished Dell Latitude X300 for sale, which may include limited or no coverage for major repairs.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Make a Dell X300 purchase online

This won't be as easy as calling Dell and ordering a new X300. But there are still many vendors who have a Dell Latitude X300 for sale. Make sure to read the details to see what you're getting, both in terms of product specifications and warranty.

I recommend: Start with these places to find a Dell Latitude X300 for sale, DellAuction.com and USAnotebook.com. Vendors may carry Dell Latitude X300 refurbished but may not have it readily in stock.

Upgrade the Dell X300 operating system

When you buy a Dell Latitude X300 refurbished, it will likely come with the same operating system that was installed when it was originally manufactured, Windows XP Professional. Occasionally, Microsoft provides substantial upgrades to the Windows operating system, bundles them together and calls them 'service packs.' Be sure to download the most recent service pack, as new updates occur on a regular basis. Then, make sure 'automatic updates' is turned on to receive current updates that become available.

I recommend: Windows XP Service Pack 3 available for download at the Microsoft download center. Instructions on how to turn on "automatic updates" are available at Microsoft.com Help and Support center.

Upgrade or buy replacement parts or accessories

Replacement parts for a Dell Latitude X300, such as a battery, power supply, external drive, or RAM chips, can be purchased online.

I recommend: Purchase necessary parts at Dell.com and USAnotebook.com.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Make sure all the parts are included. It's quite common to buy X300 refurbished PCs that are missing necessary components such as a battery or power supply, or an optional one such as a docking station. Parts and accessories are easily obtained online; expect to pay a lower price for the Dell X300 if it's missing a necessary component.
• •  One way to greatly improve the usability of Dell Latitude X300 computers is to upgrade the RAM.