Need Desktop Computer Information WHAT TO BUY!?!?

EClayton08 · 07-31-2002, 02:48 PM

I think I finally talked my dad into ditching the HP and getting a decent computer. What kind of computer should I look to get the best bang for the buck? I kinda want something around $1,500, maybe a little more for a good deal. It doesnt necessarily be a name brand, but something that wont suck ass that I will be wanting to throw out the window 10 times a day as I do with my HP. So dont even suggest HP, its the biggest piece of ever. I dont really have any specific things I want but FAST, will be fast w/ cable modem, DVD software and CD burner in seperate compartment, kinda want a subwoofer, any other good things. I've also heard XP isnt to good, should I get Windows 2000 or XP? I was checking out this site, anyone had any experience or heard bout them? PC store , what kinda options should I choose to build it?Thanks in advance.

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Krash · 07-31-2002, 03:06 PM

Heh, I used to work at a computer store so just imagine what I went through working on all the HPs.

If it were me and I wasn't going to build my own computers for the rest of my life I would buy a Voodoo PC because they have always gotten good reviews on the pc magazines and because the just look friken cool. Working at a computer store you can tell how good a manufacture is by how many of their pcs you repair a day. Compaq and HP is something I seen regularly. I rarely seen a Micron or Dell built computer and most of the time when I did see them it was for upgrades after they went out of warantee.

If your going to go from a mom & pop's online store check them out by going to Reseller ratings and make sure they have a high rating. I order all my stuff from Newegg.com I just checked them and they have a 9.48 and have never did me wrong even on an rma.

If your looking for a good deal I would check out techbargains.com I think I seen something on there for a deal on a dell for under 500$.

As for the windows xp, I haven't had not one problem with it and I'm actually surprised by that. It has great driver support and its very stable. As of right now I'm on my 6th day up with no problems.

Hope this helps.

Krash · 07-31-2002, 03:09 PM

Here is the dell deal but this is the last day they are offering it.

Ending Dell Biz Deal - New coupon - P4-1.8Ghz Desktop Deal $389, Jul 31
Last day. End of month/ dell's quarter, so next deal will not be as good.

Dell Small Business has free ground shipping or up to $65 off expedited shipping on select systems. Double Memory or $100 mail in rebate on select systems plus up to $600 off servers. Double memory may only be worthwhile on RDRAM systems. Sales tax is charged.

Dimension 4500 P4-1.8Ghz 512k cache 128MB DDR/20GB CD is $589 - auto $50 off - $100 rebate - $50 off coupon 2DBA523E02CA = $389 shipped free! Do not select double your memory.

You MUST follow these steps: Select Desktops, Choose Dimension, Featured Systems under Dim4500, Customize It on the cheapest one. Hit Continue, Add to cart, Enter coupon code: 2DBA523E02CA, Apply Coupon.

Printout rebates right away. 2Ghz-512k cache is $50 more. You should consider $20 Geforce4MX upgrade. Buy more memory and a CDRW drive elsewhere for less. 4500S is not as expandable, uses shared RAM for video.

Dimension 8200 P4-2Ghz 256MB RDRAM/40GB CD $869 - $100 coupon - $100 rebate = $669 shipped. Choose Desktops, Choose Dimension, Featured Systems on 8200, Customize it on cheapest, add to cart and add $100 off coupon code: 3B8C8F7E8006

BTOWN4RUNNER · 07-31-2002, 03:23 PM

I really like Gateway computers. If you have a store near you, visit it! They will really work with you and get what you want. If you want to add more memory, they will add it. If you want to add a printer, they will add it. They can do lots of things there. Check it out. They provide great service and products! Goodluck! :fireman:

RgrChu · 07-31-2002, 04:13 PM

I'm not too hardcore tech....but I was able to build my computer no problem....I built a very nice/fast computer for $700. I will never go back to buying my systems.....I got most of my stuff off of newegg.....I think that it's a great experience....building your own system....you can find great sites w/ writeups that will instruct you on what to buy and how to install it....

I think the money you save....$800 could be spent on other "goodies".....

I'm running AMD 1800 mHz....512 DDR Ram....and luv it.....I've got XP too.....I think it's stable....but it overwrote my driver's fro Easy CD Burner 4.0.....and requires me to use media player to do my burning now.....so that's my only complaint.....

As far as factory warranties.....w/ the money you save.....you can easily replace/upgrade parts if they ever go bad....

Just my opinion......

Krash · 07-31-2002, 04:38 PM

RgrChu: Try Nero... one of the better burning software programs. Its the one I use most often.

07-31-2002, 03:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
Krash Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 1,322	Heh, I used to work at a computer store so just imagine what I went through working on all the HPs. If it were me and I wasn't going to build my own computers for the rest of my life I would buy a Voodoo PC because they have always gotten good reviews on the pc magazines and because the just look friken cool. Working at a computer store you can tell how good a manufacture is by how many of their pcs you repair a day. Compaq and HP is something I seen regularly. I rarely seen a Micron or Dell built computer and most of the time when I did see them it was for upgrades after they went out of warantee. If your going to go from a mom & pop's online store check them out by going to Reseller ratings and make sure they have a high rating. I order all my stuff from Newegg.com I just checked them and they have a 9.48 and have never did me wrong even on an rma. If your looking for a good deal I would check out techbargains.com I think I seen something on there for a deal on a dell for under 500$. As for the windows xp, I haven't had not one problem with it and I'm actually surprised by that. It has great driver support and its very stable. As of right now I'm on my 6th day up with no problems. Hope this helps. __________________ 1990 Ext. Cab 22re 5speed 4wd SOLD

07-31-2002, 03:09 PM	#3 (permalink)
Krash Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 1,322	Here is the dell deal but this is the last day they are offering it. Ending Dell Biz Deal - New coupon - P4-1.8Ghz Desktop Deal $389, Jul 31 Last day. End of month/ dell's quarter, so next deal will not be as good. Dell Small Business has free ground shipping or up to $65 off expedited shipping on select systems. Double Memory or $100 mail in rebate on select systems plus up to $600 off servers. Double memory may only be worthwhile on RDRAM systems. Sales tax is charged. Dimension 4500 P4-1.8Ghz 512k cache 128MB DDR/20GB CD is $589 - auto $50 off - $100 rebate - $50 off coupon 2DBA523E02CA = $389 shipped free! Do not select double your memory. You MUST follow these steps: Select Desktops, Choose Dimension, Featured Systems under Dim4500, Customize It on the cheapest one. Hit Continue, Add to cart, Enter coupon code: 2DBA523E02CA, Apply Coupon. Printout rebates right away. 2Ghz-512k cache is $50 more. You should consider $20 Geforce4MX upgrade. Buy more memory and a CDRW drive elsewhere for less. 4500S is not as expandable, uses shared RAM for video. Dimension 8200 P4-2Ghz 256MB RDRAM/40GB CD $869 - $100 coupon - $100 rebate = $669 shipped. Choose Desktops, Choose Dimension, Featured Systems on 8200, Customize it on cheapest, add to cart and add $100 off coupon code: 3B8C8F7E8006 __________________ 1990 Ext. Cab 22re 5speed 4wd SOLD

07-31-2002, 03:23 PM	#4 (permalink)
BTOWN4RUNNER Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Boyertown, Pa Posts: 1,853	I really like Gateway computers. If you have a store near you, visit it! They will really work with you and get what you want. If you want to add more memory, they will add it. If you want to add a printer, they will add it. They can do lots of things there. Check it out. They provide great service and products! Goodluck! :fireman: __________________ Ryan 2002 Toyota 4Runner Sport Edition Friendship Hook & Ladder Fire Co., Boyertown

07-31-2002, 04:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
RgrChu Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Washington Posts: 134	I'm not too hardcore tech....but I was able to build my computer no problem....I built a very nice/fast computer for $700. I will never go back to buying my systems.....I got most of my stuff off of newegg.....I think that it's a great experience....building your own system....you can find great sites w/ writeups that will instruct you on what to buy and how to install it.... I think the money you save....$800 could be spent on other "goodies"..... I'm running AMD 1800 mHz....512 DDR Ram....and luv it.....I've got XP too.....I think it's stable....but it overwrote my driver's fro Easy CD Burner 4.0.....and requires me to use media player to do my burning now.....so that's my only complaint..... As far as factory warranties.....w/ the money you save.....you can easily replace/upgrade parts if they ever go bad.... Just my opinion...... __________________ '97 Sage FZJ-80 TLC...lock'd

07-31-2002, 04:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
Krash Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 1,322	RgrChu: Try Nero... one of the better burning software programs. Its the one I use most often. __________________ 1990 Ext. Cab 22re 5speed 4wd SOLD

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