go check out
www.bensbargains.net if you haven't already. Dell is one of the merchants that is a sponsor. Right now I just saw a deal that looks similar to what you have listed above, but quite a bit less:
Grab the Inspiron 9400 Dual Core Notebook for $899 with free shipping. Comes with Windows Vista Home Basic installed.
Intel Dual Core Processor T2080 1.73GHz, 17" WXGA+ Display, 2GB DDR2
120GB 5400RPM SATA, 8x DVD+-RW Drive, Radeon X1400 Video, Integrated Audio
10/100 + 56k + 802.11g, MS Vista Home Basic, 53WHr Battery, 1-Yr Warranty