Mobile Edge Alienware Orion Messenger - Notebook carrying case - 17.3" - black

Comment: More than ample space in this backpack for a 17.3 inch computer. I'm very pleased with this product - well made.

Comment: Dimensions:

20.25 Inches Tall
15.5 Inches Wide
7.5 Inches Thick
Colors:

Black mesh all over
Front compartment is a black matte plastic finish.
Alien Head logo is a solid metal button almost. Clearly very easily scratched.
Weight:

2.92 pounds
I'm extremely critical when it comes to comfort, so I'm going all out here
Outside

The Front compartment of the backpack is protetected by a very durable shield. It feels a lot like a softer, but still quite hard, cellphone case. On the outside, their are two side pockets which open out to the side of the back. They are slim, but still usable. They fit a normal plastic water bottle great, with a slight bulge visible in the shield. I would plan on using these pockets to hold my graphing calculator, one water bottle, and headphone earbuds.

The zippers all over are made of solid, lightweight, metal, accented with the alienhead logo. They all slide nice and easy. The main compartment zipper goes all away around the bag, almost 275 degrees around. The bottom has too strong but flexible grips/standy thingers.
The padding that comes into contact with your back could definitely be called orthopedic. minimal near the spine for breathability, and pillowy cushioned around the lowerback, shoulder blade, and hip areas. The straps are lack luster in terms of cushion though. They are not however uncomfortable, just a little thin.
The phone compartment in the front holds an EnV2 and Blackberry Storm snugly.
The handle at the top is quite annoying. If you lean too far forward it bumps into your neck like someone tapping you quite hard to get your attention.
First Compartment

The first compartment is protected by the plastic shield. On that same side their are ten thin compartments meant for holding CD's. Not many people carry around 10 CD's barenaked like that though, so I'm going to put a one hundred dollar bill in each of them as placeholders.The top has a keyring.
On the opposite side, there is an MP3 holder, mouse holder, three loops for writing utensils, a backpack-wide mesh compartment at the bottom, and a padded zippered chamber hanging at the top. The MP3 hole is also at the top of this compartment.
Second Compartment

The second compartment is very simple. The side closer to the shield has a space wide enough for two Asus EEpc notebooks, or five college-ruled notepads.
On the otherside of the compartment, there is a mesh pocket wide and tall enough to hold two magazines without bulging.
Main Compartment

The main compartment is HUGE! The size of the entire backpack. It has a single mesh, plastic filmed pocket, that reads: "Checkpoint Friendly". It's for frequent flyers whos bags are inspected often, it opens easily. The sides of this pocket are lined with a fleece feeling fabric.

Comment: This Alienware backpack looks great and is comfortable to carry. I use it for school to carry my books and laptop, I use it to carry my laptop to friends houses, and I never have to worry about my laptop. This backpack has plenty of room and provides great protection. I have a Alienware M17X 17" laptop and it fits with some room to spare.

The only reason I am not giving this backpack a 5 out of 5 is because the Alienware chrome alien head on the backpack is easily scratched. Carrying the backpack around school, laying it around my house, and having it in my car has left its mark.

Comment: Much like everything else that Alienware produces, this bag is top quality! It's solid, very padded, secure, and has more than enough compartments for every kind of storage need. I just recently got a new Alienware M17x and have become an Alienware fan overnight. These guys don't make ANYTHING that's less than the best! Long story short: If it says Alienware on it, you will not be disappointed - this backpack is no exception.

Comment: I have had a great experience with this product so far, except for the alien symbol, which gets scrachted easily