Buying a desktop, need advice...
Posted: Wed Apr 14, 2010 9:58 am
Ok...I have narrowed down my search to these two options:
Processor: AMD phenom II 545 CPU, 3.0GHz
CPU Fan: AMD Original Cooling Fan With Heat Sink
Memory: 4GB DDR2 PC-6400 240-pin 800MHz RAM
Motherboard: ASROCK N68PV-GSD GF7050+nF630a DDR2 mATX
Video: # integrated Graphics Accelerator
# Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0
# Max. shared memory 384MB
# Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz
Hard Drive: 500GB 7200RPM SATAII
DVD/Bru-ray Drive: 22x DVD +RW /-RW drive (DVD-burner drive)
Sound: 5.1 CH High Definition Audio (onboard)
Network: Ethernet Network Adapter
Ports: 4X Ready to Use USB 2.0 Ports
Case: ATX Midi Tower Case Black
Power Supply Unit: 400W PSU
Keyboard Mouse: Genius KMS 110 3in1 Desktop kits
LCD Monitor: AOC 2236Vw 21.5" Widescreen LCD Monitor
Speaker: Genius KMS 110 3in1 Desktop kits
Software: All driver disks and manuals are included.Windows 7 30 days trial is installed for testing purposes only. ready to load any OS (Win XPSP2/3, Vista or Windows 7).
Operating Systems: This System does not include an Operating System, and most computers on eBay don't. That's why we are offering a great deal on Windows XP , Vista or Windows 7. See below
System Condition: All component are brand new. System is completely assembled and tested.
Warranty: 2 Year Limited with Lifetime toll free Technical support.
and this:
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New AMD Athlon™ II X2 250 (3.0 GHz, 2M Cache, 45nm)
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4G DDR3 BRAND NEW RAM ULTRA FAST
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500GB BRAND NEW SATA HARD DISK (Upgrade to 1TB Hard Drive Only + $40)
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N68-S3 NVIDIA GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a Chipset DDR3 Motherboard
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22x DVD Burner BRAND NEW DVD Burner (Including DVD and CD Burning Functions) & Burning Software Disc Supplied
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Brand new Premium Solid Computer Stylish Tower Case Front with USB Ports Case (Upgrade to 680w Case + $30)
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Pre-installed Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium with 30 Days Subscription
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COMPUTER FULLY TESTED BEFORE SHIPPING
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OPEN OFFICE 2007 PRELOADED
#
Nero SOFTWARE PRELOADED & SUPPLIED WITH CD
#
Anti-Virus FREE AVG PRELOADED WITH LATEST UPDATE
#
Adobe Reader installed
#
ALL MOTHERBOARD DRIVERS INSTALLED, SUPPLIED WITH DISC & TESTED
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Graphic Card: NVIDIA 512M 8400GS BRAND NEW NVIDIA PCI-E GRAPHIC CARD, Experience the power without a hefty price tag with the NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400 GS GPU. Get a supreme visual experience and realistic gameplay in today’s most popular games.
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Brand New 22" LCD Premium Monitor (Upgrade to 22" LED Only + $40 , Upgrade to 24" LCD Only + $60) Widescreen Display There’s a Perfect Wide Function, you can say goodbye to distorted images, Senseye+Photo Image Technology Brings You the Most Optimized Images, FLATRON f Engine uses DAFI™ technology features Real Color Management allows the monitor to display colors that are vivid and natural, energy efficiency and 3 years manufacture warranty.
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Free Brand New Keyboard + Optical Mouse
I don't play games on my computer. I mainly use it for films, music, weedguru design ( involving dreamweaver 8, and also, perhaps, a two year old version of flash, unlikely, but worth mentioning), internet, torrents, word processing, cd and dvd burning...
Which is better for my needs???
There is a $50AU difference between the two. Both come with windows home 64 bit official version.
Processor: AMD phenom II 545 CPU, 3.0GHz
CPU Fan: AMD Original Cooling Fan With Heat Sink
Memory: 4GB DDR2 PC-6400 240-pin 800MHz RAM
Motherboard: ASROCK N68PV-GSD GF7050+nF630a DDR2 mATX
Video: # integrated Graphics Accelerator
# Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0
# Max. shared memory 384MB
# Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz
Hard Drive: 500GB 7200RPM SATAII
DVD/Bru-ray Drive: 22x DVD +RW /-RW drive (DVD-burner drive)
Sound: 5.1 CH High Definition Audio (onboard)
Network: Ethernet Network Adapter
Ports: 4X Ready to Use USB 2.0 Ports
Case: ATX Midi Tower Case Black
Power Supply Unit: 400W PSU
Keyboard Mouse: Genius KMS 110 3in1 Desktop kits
LCD Monitor: AOC 2236Vw 21.5" Widescreen LCD Monitor
Speaker: Genius KMS 110 3in1 Desktop kits
Software: All driver disks and manuals are included.Windows 7 30 days trial is installed for testing purposes only. ready to load any OS (Win XPSP2/3, Vista or Windows 7).
Operating Systems: This System does not include an Operating System, and most computers on eBay don't. That's why we are offering a great deal on Windows XP , Vista or Windows 7. See below
System Condition: All component are brand new. System is completely assembled and tested.
Warranty: 2 Year Limited with Lifetime toll free Technical support.
and this:
#
New AMD Athlon™ II X2 250 (3.0 GHz, 2M Cache, 45nm)
#
4G DDR3 BRAND NEW RAM ULTRA FAST
#
500GB BRAND NEW SATA HARD DISK (Upgrade to 1TB Hard Drive Only + $40)
#
N68-S3 NVIDIA GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a Chipset DDR3 Motherboard
#
22x DVD Burner BRAND NEW DVD Burner (Including DVD and CD Burning Functions) & Burning Software Disc Supplied
#
Brand new Premium Solid Computer Stylish Tower Case Front with USB Ports Case (Upgrade to 680w Case + $30)
#
Pre-installed Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium with 30 Days Subscription
#
COMPUTER FULLY TESTED BEFORE SHIPPING
#
OPEN OFFICE 2007 PRELOADED
#
Nero SOFTWARE PRELOADED & SUPPLIED WITH CD
#
Anti-Virus FREE AVG PRELOADED WITH LATEST UPDATE
#
Adobe Reader installed
#
ALL MOTHERBOARD DRIVERS INSTALLED, SUPPLIED WITH DISC & TESTED
#
Graphic Card: NVIDIA 512M 8400GS BRAND NEW NVIDIA PCI-E GRAPHIC CARD, Experience the power without a hefty price tag with the NVIDIA® GeForce® 8400 GS GPU. Get a supreme visual experience and realistic gameplay in today’s most popular games.
#
Brand New 22" LCD Premium Monitor (Upgrade to 22" LED Only + $40 , Upgrade to 24" LCD Only + $60) Widescreen Display There’s a Perfect Wide Function, you can say goodbye to distorted images, Senseye+Photo Image Technology Brings You the Most Optimized Images, FLATRON f Engine uses DAFI™ technology features Real Color Management allows the monitor to display colors that are vivid and natural, energy efficiency and 3 years manufacture warranty.
#
Free Brand New Keyboard + Optical Mouse
I don't play games on my computer. I mainly use it for films, music, weedguru design ( involving dreamweaver 8, and also, perhaps, a two year old version of flash, unlikely, but worth mentioning), internet, torrents, word processing, cd and dvd burning...
Which is better for my needs???
There is a $50AU difference between the two. Both come with windows home 64 bit official version.