OT: Can someone help me build a computer??

[jdg]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14595347#post14595347 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Paco
I'm going to to diverge a little from the advice you've been given and say (drumroll, please) buy something from Dell.

Why? Because I've worked in tech since 1995, currently as tech director for a $7M/year non-profit in Miami. I've built and bought many, many computers over the years and if you're relying on a machine for your work and income -- getting something from a good manufacturer with a good warranty is well worth it.

I'm sure someone will chime in with "Dell Sucks" and you're probably right -- their "Inspiron" and other home PCs leave me cold. Buy an Optiplex or a Precision and don't look back. You'll be surprised that their prices are pretty competitive.

Just my $0.02, given freely on the back of years of experience.

I agree with you here ... there are tons of deals and coupons available as well ... if you're a bit patient and scan the sites, there are some very good deals to be had -- and everything works right out of the box and is supported.

It sucks to depend on a PC for your income, and have it break down and have to scour the city for a part here or there for days.

 

[Paco]

Try here:

http://www.cheapstingybargains.com/cheapster/dell/

If it's a no-no to post external links, sorry. Just trying to hook a brother up.

 

[jdg]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14600588#post14600588 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Paco
Try here:

http://www.cheapstingybargains.com/cheapster/dell/

If it's a no-no to post external links, sorry. Just trying to hook a brother up.

Nice Find! Have you tried gotapex.com ?

 

[djlindo2001]

From my experience with computers, only go with a dell for a desktop, never a laptop. But Its always best to build it yourself and plan for upgrades down the road (dimm slots etc). As far as an OS if your going Vista right now 32bit has less compatibility issues than 64, if your system doesnt have enough resources i would recommend XP.

 

[Schwanson]

Depending on my budget, if I were buying today I would get:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883229082

or

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883227126

I wouldn't even consider upgrading the 5 year old Gateway.

Edit:
For the i7 fans, here's a decent one for < $1000
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883227123

 

[mrx66699]

can go over to the wholesaler anytime m-f will call them mon to get you the price on the mem

 

[blackthunda77]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14608094#post14608094 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mrx66699
can go over to the wholesaler anytime m-f will call them mon to get you the price on the mem

mrx66699, empty you inbox.....

in any event, this is the info i was trying to pm you....

what can you do for me for some memory? heres what somethign what im looking for.

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicat...lc.asp?CatId=1043&name=PC3200-DDR-Memory&Nav=|c:147|&Sort=0&Recs=10

i need a replacement 512 chip for my moms computer, since shes only running on 1 right now. and i was also thinking to get maybe 2 more for myself since im running 2 right now and i have 2 more empty slots. what do you think? or should i just get 2 1GB chips insead of 4 512. i also know some people are even telling me not even to spend that much cuz its a waste of money. what do you think? ill get you the exact chip info for both computer when i get home, but as of right now i know they are both 512 pc3200 chips.