New Laptop

Here is on that looks OK: http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0284371

Pavilion dv9820us
$1049.99 ($999.99 w/ rebate)
Dual-Core
4 GB memory
250 GB SATA
NVIDIA GeoForce Go 7150M
17" - 1440x900
Express Card Slot (used for GB Ethernet)
7.7 lbs
Linux Compatibility?

There is also a dv9810us. Less memory and disk space up front. $100.00 less