Looking for laptop bag for large 17" laptop

Hybrid_theory · Nov 15, 2011, 11:53 PM

Got an Asus G74 laptop, which is a 17.3" screen. The back of the laptop is about 2" thick when closed, so it needs to be fairly big. I don't want a backpack if possible, prefer one that can be used over the shoulder. I picked up a 17" modrec at Canada Computers. But it didn't fit.

GSG-9 · Nov 16, 2011, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Hybrid_theory

Got an Asus G74 laptop, which is a 17.3" screen. The back of the laptop is about 2" thick when closed, so it needs to be fairly big. I don't want a backpack if possible, prefer one that can be used over the shoulder. I picked up a 17" modrec at Canada Computers. But it didn't fit.

If you have a G74 I would just get the ASUS backpack. You know it will fit and it looks nice. I have a G71 and I know what you mean, most 17" bags wont fit these laptops. :/

Edit: Sorry I did not see the no backpack part on first read.

Hybrid_theory · Nov 16, 2011, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by GSG-9

If you have a G74 I would just get the ASUS backpack. You know it will fit and it looks nice. I have a G70 and I know what you mean, most 17" bags wont fit these laptops. :/

$130

Maybe ill have another look at the store when I take back the other one.

Open for other suggestions still.

GSG-9 · Nov 16, 2011, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Hybrid_theory

$130

Aye, but you DID just drop $1200+ for that beast of a machine, so whats another $130?

If you want a messenger bag Amazon might be your best bet as they normally list dimensions.
G74 Dimensions: 16.5" x 12.8" x 2.4"

Bag #1
Bag Dimensions: 17" x 13" x 4"

Bag #2
Bag Dimensions: 16.25" x 12" x 5.75" (Check the link, I think the .8" would not be an issue)

FreedomEclipse · Nov 16, 2011, 12:42 AM

Maybe not the best looking bag in the world but I have a similar 12" for one of my netbooks

should fit your laptop just fine

Optionally - if the dimensions are correct - this one can be quite nice

whitrzac · Nov 16, 2011, 03:57 AM

oddly enough I find the local thrift/resale shops usually have nice laptop bags for <$10..

I have 2 $75 targus backpacks from there that cost me under $10 total

stinger608 · Nov 16, 2011, 12:36 PM

I actually have one of these for my Gateway P7811 FX 17" laptops and there is a ton of room! It is easy to carry either by the handle or as a backpack.

Targus XL Backpack

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Memory:	16GB DDR3 1600 GSKILL
Video Card:	Powercolor Radeon 7970, MSI Radeon 7970
Hard Disk:	Mushkin Chronos Deluxe 240gb. 2 TB Hdd.
Optical Drive:	1 dvd burner
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Case:	CM storm trooper
PSU:	Antec Quattro OC ed. 1200w
Software:	Windows 7 Business x64
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System Name:	Fastbox
Processor:	3930k C2 @ 4.5Ghz
Motherboard:	AsRock Extreme 9
Cooling:	Pump & Reservoir: Bigwater 760, Radiator(s): Magicool Extreme Dual 180mm, 120mm (760 integrated)
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Video Card:	Nvidia 690
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Nov 16, 2011, 12:42 AM	#5
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Hybrid_theory Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: ontario canada Posts: 1,702 (0.75/day) Thanks: 114 Thanked 167 Times in 149 Posts System Specs	Looking for laptop bag for large 17" laptop Got an Asus G74 laptop, which is a 17.3" screen. The back of the laptop is about 2" thick when closed, so it needs to be fairly big. I don't want a backpack if possible, prefer one that can be used over the shoulder. I picked up a 17" modrec at Canada Computers. But it didn't fit. __________________ xboxlive: Hybrid461 PSN: ryan461 Steam account: Hybrid_theory409

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