Can anyone vouch for this laptop?

I recommend getting a Toshiba, I have one from a few years back and it still works. Despite it looking like this: http://i48.tinypic.com/5y23k.jpg

This seems to be a better deal.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Toshiba+-+Sa...Id=9705203

Wow a-@ my 17 inch Toshiba is in better shape. Did yours start to have an issue with the screen blacking out in one of the bottom corners?

Also, Toshiba are pretty durable, but id go check Newegg.com for some laptops, I always find good laptops, and the reviews are great help.