ant_coe_ Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Just on my second Orion backpack from dell and its developed another fault - the solider straps are tearing at the seams. The first one lost its protective foaming in the laptop compartment.Alienware Orion M17x Backpack Just wandering if there is an alternative that can fit the 17x comfortably. Thinking of the swissgear but it seems to be up to 17" laptop sizes and dont want to risk it.Thanks!PS the Checkpoint friendly is a load of rubbish as you *always* have to take it out anyhow. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unreal25 Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 I'm not sure if this will work for you, but I've been using Slappa Velocity Matrix backpack for a while now and it's been holding ok despite heavy use. Here's how it fits M17x: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratinox Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Any pack designed for carrying a notebook computer is probably junk. The back will be flimsy and do nothing to distribute the weight to the worse than useless belt -- if it even has a belt. My advice is to get a good, solid day pack (I'm currently using a Deuter ACT Trail 32 -- possibly the best day pack I've ever seen, never mind owned) and a padded sleeve that fits your computer and pack. Your back will be glad you did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 I had exactly that problem with the M18X backpack, they're total crap.Personally I use and highly recommend an Everki Titan, It's now holding my 17" clevo snug as a bug. Great pack, features, not tooo expensive, built like a tank - but it's BIG. Try to check one out in person before deciding, it may be more than you need. That said, if you're the type of guy who carries the world on his back with him, you'll absolutely love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinoy Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 my orion backpack is still holding up pretty well. my only complaint about is that when u put the laptop and the power brick in it. its tough to carry other books for school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ant_coe_ Posted March 12, 2013 Author Share Posted March 12, 2013 Dell are not replacing the bag - they say the damage is due to consumer misuseHummmm!"On behalf of AW manager [name removed], this email is to confirm that we find damage occuring on your Alienware backpack as customer induced and due to wrong usage, thus out of warranty issue."Ill be on the phone with the consumer advice helpline tomorrow about this one!, will upload photos of the issue for you to vote on in a bitThanks for the alternatives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratinox Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Did you ever wear the pack with only one strap slung over your shoulder? That counts as wrong usage. It's also likely to cause serious injury to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wesleyalex Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Yep,the original Alienware backpack quality is so poor,I bought three of Alienware backpack(because only this backpack can load with M18x), but they all fractured now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miki_11 Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 I use a Mini Cooper backpack, they give it to me when I bought my car ahahha M17x fit perfect, including USB mouse, mousepad, external HDD, USB WIFI and headset. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmcg Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 My orion backpack has lasted me 5 years so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vs3074 Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 My Orion backpack did last me 4yrs before I gave it to my sister, now it's in pieces within a year. I got a Targums backpack, larger than Orion backpack but can carry m18x and m17x at the same time with 2 power bricks but with so much it's a killer on the back, single m17x/m18x is no problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vahal Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I got a M18X earlier this year, and i was searching for a backpack that can carry m18x, its power brick, the mouse, and my gaming headset, but i didn't want to spend much money, so i bought the Dicota Backpack Move, and the m18x fit perfectly in it. I even add some cloth to protect it and the backpack is just perfect like this. It does not allow to carry as much things as the Orion one, but it is also really cheaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Ross Marik Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 AW 17 Vindicator backpack is very nice I got one for my new 17. It has a very sturday feel and the shell with the alien head looks nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grajjie Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 My friend had an orion backpack for years and it doesn't even have a scratch on it. The new vindicator backpacks should be good too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alperi75 Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 You can buy the samsonite laptop pillow 3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liziq Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Swissgear can fit perfectly, i'm using it right now with my m17xr4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m77 Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 The strap broke on mine, beware. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred1977 Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 My orion backpack has lasted me 3 years and it is in perfect state for my M18X. For my M17X, i use a <!-- google_ad_section_end -->BacPac Mission XL ( DICOTA). I use my bag every day for a year during my business trips and no issue on this backpack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisukeJP Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 ibought the vindictor one,hope it's nice, its getting shipped soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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