Targus 17" XL Laptop Backpack

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The Targus XL Notebook Backpack is perfect for the notebook user that has a lot going on and going along. It starts with a large separate, padded notebook compartment that fits most notebooks with up to 17" screens. Other features of this backpack are a main compartment for files and accessories and a soft organizational shelf. There are additional storage areas, including pockets designed for your water bottle, sunglasses, and mobile phone. Designed for comfort, this backpack has a place for everything.

Main Features

Manufacturer: Targus Group International.

Manufacturer Part Number: TXL617

Manufacturer Website Address: www.targus.com

Product Type: Notebook Case

Accessibility: Backpack

Carrying Options: Shoulder Strap Padded

Dimensions Support: 16.5" x 2.2" x 12.9" Notebook Compartment

Color: Black

Material Details: Nylon - 840D Nylon & 420D Nylon Ripstop

Dimensions: 15.5" x 8" x 20.5"

Weight: 3.4 lb

Compatibility:

Notebook - Most notebooks with 17" screens

Standard Warranty: Lifetime Limited

Specification	Description
Model	TGTXL617, TXL617
UPC	092636209599
Accessory Indicator	Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard	Yes
Benefits	Audio player sleeve with line-out porthole for headphonesExtra file and accessory storage throughout the backpackSide water
Capacity UOM	mAh
Country Of Origin	Switzerland
Description Header	Give your back a break.
Display Catalog Number	55010353
Enclosure Color	Black
Features	Main compartment for file storage includes soft organizational shelfFits most notebooks with up to 17" screens
Manufacturer Labor Warranty	1
Manufacturer Part Number	TXL617
Manufacturer Parts Warranty	1
MAP Price	0.0
Model	TXL617
Operating Temperature UOM	° F
Product Dimensions UOM	inches
Product Disclaimer	Warranty is limited lifetime.
Product Height	8
Product Length	15.5
Product Type	Backpack
Product Weight	3.4
Product Weight UOM	pounds
Product Width	20.5
Supported Languages	English

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★★★★★

5.0

Fits everything

""Pros This monster fits everything while keeping the laptop safe and secure. I haven't run low on space all through grad school with this. I have an xps m1710 in this with all the accessories. I also have my textbooks and notebooks in here and it works fine. Cons Wish it had a backpad more like the Targus sport backpack I had before. It could stand to have just a little more padding on the shoulder pads and b..." Read Full Review »

May 26, 2007 by DaveNJ

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3.0

functional but not durable enough

"Pros I liked this backpack because it was one of the only ones I could find to accommodate my 17" notebook in Dec '04. It easily held that, all my accessories (a lot, as an IT guy I tend to carry a vast arsenal of cables, connectors, tools, devices and so forth), and files, magazines, books as well. Cons My biggest gripe is the weak zippers. The main storage pocket zipper separated from the bag around the top..." Read Full Review »

Oct 14, 2007 by scout

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Targus 17" XL Laptop Backpack Review

Fits everything

★★★★★

5.0

"Pros

This monster fits everything while keeping the laptop safe and secure. I haven't run low on space all through grad school with this. I have an xps m1710 in this with all the accessories. I also have my textbooks and notebooks in here and it works fine.

Cons

Wish it had a backpad more like th …" Read Full Review »

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Targus 17" XL Laptop Backpack Review

functional but not durable enough

★★★☆☆

3.0

"Pros

I liked this backpack because it was one of the only ones I could find to accommodate my 17" notebook in Dec '04. It easily held that, all my accessories (a lot, as an IT guy I tend to carry a vast arsenal of cables, connectors, tools, devices and so forth), and files, magazines, books as well …" Read Full Review »

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Targus 17" XL Laptop Backpack Review

functional but not durable enough

★★★☆☆

3.0

"Pros

I liked this backpack because it was one of the only ones I could find to accommodate my 17" notebook in Dec '04. It easily held that, all my accessories (a lot, as an IT guy I tend to carry a vast arsenal of cables, connectors, tools, devices and so forth), and files, magazines, books as well …" Read Full Review »

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Targus 17" XL Laptop Backpack Review

Functional, but not durable enough

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4.0

"Pros

Cons

-Though there's enough space to hold lots of items, the material and zippers aren't strong enough to handle the stress. Seams around the zippers started ripping after less than six months of use. Now after a year and a half, I have to retire it because it

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