If you're looking for something more than the just a basic notebook, then you'll want to check out this offer from HP.  Using coupon code: NB8766 you get $400 off your order when you put together a machine configured at $1,199 or more. 

As an example, we were able to build the following configuration for $815 that would make an excellent desktop replacement or dorm room computer.  It has a Blu-ray ROM, TV tuner tons of storage and RAM.

HP dv6t 16" Laptop (Items in bold were upgrades to the base configuration).  Click here, then select the "Base Configuration" and add these options to get your total to $1,215 before the $400 discount.

• Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit) (Free Upgrade)
  
• Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T6400 (2.0GHz)
• 4GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
• FREE Upgrade to 320GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
• 512MB ATI Mobility Radeon(TM) HD 4530
• 16.0" diagonal High Definition HP Brightview Display (1366x768)
• Blu-Ray ROM with SuperMulti DVD+/-R/RW Double Layer
• Webcam Only
• Intel Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card
• 50% OFF!! HP Integrated HDTV Hybrid Tuner
• HP Color Matching Keyboard
• High Capacity 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery