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Yes, I do have music and pictures on my computer. I will check out that Optiplex info.
Repped for helping.
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Would you clarify your HP comment please? Do you mean all HP are not recommended or just the ones that were referenced above. My laptop is an i3 and I would definitely want to get at least one...
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You have got to be kidding? Almost any PC that is 5-6 years old will handle email, web browsing, and banking. Including Pentiums. You really have bought into the Intel hype.
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What is DS?
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Dear son
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Including the on-site service and the operating system, you'll spend about $100-200 more to build it yourself using comperable components.
I'd go with the Dell branded U2410 or 2408WFP (which...
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I am interested in a similar configuration, but would go with an i5, since it will be used for software development and watching movies.
Some questions...
1. Can anyone comment on the...
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i3-2100 Desktop has a cpubenchmark.net score of 3,852(About 2x the speed of most laptops) and it uses 90 watts max. that requires a big box and big fan to cool it. Most desktops use a faster 7200rpm...
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Thanks for the explanations. Trying to figure out if the i3 is newer than the high end core2duo you mentioned or if I should be looking for that terminology also. I think I would like an i5--what...
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So for HP, it depends heavily on the model. Their consumer grade machines are all sub-par, IMHO. Meaning anything you can buy with an HP label from a big box retail store will generally only last...
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How did you get these extra unit details? When I click on your link, I find a list of units. However, when I try to click anything from that page, I get an error message. I also tried poking...
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lol'd
Refer to sig.
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Do not use ubid.com it is a waste of money
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Don't know if iwantitfree is still looking, but my brother just today bought the HP Pavilion P7-1258 at Staples with the advice of a friend that used to work for AMD. The specs are quite impressive...
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When I do that, an error box pops up stating that my request cannot be handled at this time and to call them instead. I just wondered if it works for others and not for me.
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When configuring the 390/790/990 system in the outlet store, I do not see an option for an "All-In-One" or "15-in-1" (or whatever) memory card reader.
Any idea if there is an option for such a...
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CPU costs, memory, storage all affect price. Bigger, faster means more money.
"Why does the RAM memory influence the computer performance?
At first, technically speaking, the RAM memory does...
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Thank you for the help. I think the reason my son suggested those specification is because he knows I want it to be fast and to be able to function well into the future. We typically keep our...
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I had hoped to spend about $500 but there was nothing at the Microcenter for that price with those specs that he had given me. I don't need a monitor or printer as I will continue using the ones I...
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Laptop vs Desktop specs: Desktops don't have to worry about power & cooling like laptops do. So mobile processors are generally built to run cooler (which slows them down).
Mini tower vs....
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Not interested in a Mac. DS told me I should look for one with these specs: 8gb ram, 500 gB hd and Core i5 or i7. Copied that directly from his text message.
Will mostly do my emailing,...
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He probably just doesn't have any idea what its intended uses are.
Budget would be helpful, though.
A CPU that belongs in a netbook...
A 5+ year old refurbished system...
A CPU worse than the...
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lolwut?
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OP, your son gave you random specs. Your actual needs are VERY minimal, so let's start with your budget. How much do you want to spend, and do you also need a monitor, or just the PC? Would you...
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A Sandy Bridge i3 competes with an E-450, so, yeah, it belongs in a netbook. Power concerns aside.
(This isn't to say that the E-450 is better-but they're within the same segment.)
I'll grant it's...
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Trying to find reviews of this system but coming up empty handed:
HP Pavilion P7-1258 Desktop PC $429.99 w/3 yr warranty $89.99
8GB installed memory
750GB hard drive
Nothing on Staples and...
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Thanks and repped. I have not yet pulled the trigger and still contemplating what to do. Someone else suggested that I get a Dell Latitude laptop rather than a desktop if I can convince myself to...
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Not ubid - if you're interested in a Latitude laptop (which is an excellent choice, BTW - very durable) - I'd still recommend the Dell Outlet. Keep an eye on the dell outlet twitter account...
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Try scaling back your search phrase to just "HP Pavilion P7 reviews". Manufacturers may be producing specific models for a given retailer. IDK. HP Pavilion P7 seems to be a class of computer so just...
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I am trying to figure out why the same specs on a desktop would be better on a laptop but I can't. Please explain.
I am looking at the site for this and also for an i5. Thanks.
Oh, one...
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There is a big difference in an i3 desktop and i3 laptop. The desktop i3 is double the power of the laptop i3. i3 desktop is the one to get for your future needs. You should be focusing on build...
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Try that 'Click here for available options and upgrades' link below the machine.
But also you can call them directly & tell them what you're looking for - 1-877-220-3355. Just be sure to specify...
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Yes, you're correct on all points. Desktop will be more bang for the buck & will also last longer. However, your needs are still very minimal, and even with future-proofing you're not going to need...
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Here's 2 from Staples: w/3 yr warranty $89.99
HP Pavilion p6-2100 Desktop PC $349.99
Video Graphics AMD Radeon HD 6410D integrated graphics
Hard Drive Size 1TB
Memory (RAM) 4GB
HP Pavilion...
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Your Budget ? An Intel i7 is overkill for online banking. This DS sounds like his throwing you some random pc specs he saw in an weekly ad.
Micro Center -399.99 Dell i3 4GB 500GB Desktop ...
