Help buying 3 new computers
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Also skip the 1 Tb drive as a business you do not want a lot a files stored locally use a file share that is backed up regularly for the user files.
Locally stored files should be kept to a...
Help buying 3 new computers
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Ya I agree, no reason to go for a precision here, Maybe an i7 if they use some CAD design software but it's not like we are doing intense rendering here I bet.
Help buying 3 new computers
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No reason for any of the "Precision" machines. Really no reason you need an i7 or that a somewhat older processor wouldn't work.
In the unlikely event that the business has a very active...
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Ok this HP is on sale and I think if you want win 10 pro which has some major pluses and 3 yr warranty you will not beat this.
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Help buying 3 new computers
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Have them go to the Optiplex get a ssd and drop down to an i5 processor. Refurbs are no risk as they have the same warranty as new.
many places sell refurbs with a 30-60 day warranty Dell tests...
Help buying 3 new computers
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Unless you like to do things yourself, for a business, I woud not my a PC without at least a 500 GB SSD for the main OS. Just not worth it to save 60 dollars.
Help buying 3 new computers
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Not slick but it is what it is... The Dell Outlet refurbs come directly from Dell and have a 3 year on-site warranty included just like the new systems. Can't really be beat.
Help buying 3 new computers
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This is what Dell quoted us for 3 with the specs I requested.
Precision 3431 Small Form Factor
$959.78 (3) = $2,879.34
Description SKU Unit Price Qty Subtotal
Precision 3431 Tower with 200W up to...
Help buying 3 new computers
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Boss is a little nervous about buying refurbs. I've never bought them either for personal use. Obviously you guys feel it's a good option. I've been on Slickdeals for years and while mostly a lurker,...
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Thread created 12-04-2019 by kblickster
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We are purchasing desktops. Grading & Paving Company. These are for admins.
Help buying 3 new computers
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While travel with the laptop is a factor, I found that the real reason most companies go this route is some perceived cost savings in not having to buy both. Somehow they think that buying everyone...
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Thread created 12-04-2019 by kblickster
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Well, yeah, but portability can be more important than any of those other factors. Just depends on the business. For my work I will always pick the laptop with docking station, monitor, KB, mouse etc...
Help buying 3 new computers
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plus heat is more of an issue harder or not possible to upgrade if you use them at your desk it kills the battery, cables at the hinges wear out for road warriors.
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Agreed that computing power won't be an issue but, other than portability, I can't think of a single reason why you'd choose a laptop over a desktop at a business. With a desktop you get a larger...
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I think everyone assumed desktop form factor -- is that what you need? Laptops these days are pretty much on par with desktops in terms of computing power for typical business applications.
Help buying 3 new computers
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Dell has the 5060 for a good price and they are showing 8 in stock
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SSD is the way to go also avoid the smaller cases if you can. The fans are smaller and you have more
Issues with heat. buy 3 of the same if you can.
Help buying 3 new computers
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I wouldn't recommend a hard drive on a new computer especially if your buying i5-i7 with 16gb of ram. W10 is really designed for use on an SSD. The time saved is well worth the extra cost to a...
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FYI...You can still upgrade for free to Windows 10 using the Media Creation Tool. Might be an option depending on how old\serviceable your current PCs are.
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