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Old 08 October 2003, 12:23 PM
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Has anybody got any recomendations were to buy a new machine from, need one for a friend so not going to build one myself, only need a base unit.


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Old 08 October 2003, 12:57 PM
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cheap ones here

http://www.autdirect.co.uk/
Old 08 October 2003, 01:05 PM
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Or Aria do a good range of pre-built base units.
Old 08 October 2003, 01:44 PM
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www.microwarehouse.co.uk


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Old 08 October 2003, 02:43 PM
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Old 08 October 2003, 07:16 PM
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Simply computers do good little systems.

Depends if you wanna build it or get pre built
Old 08 October 2003, 09:59 PM
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Dell all the way.

Saying that PC world are selling 3.2Ghz machines with printers, cameras, desk and everything for under a grand. Not bad really. Their tech support is abysmal though, and you have to pay for it

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Old 08 October 2003, 10:22 PM
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PC World Anecdote #374312

Mate bought an AMD XP2400 pre-built system last week.
Includes crappy flatscreen for £699

Anyway, got it home, turned it on and...the modem was f&cked.
Spent the next 3 days with their tech support / rma getting it sorted.
Old 08 October 2003, 10:32 PM
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I'm looking for much the same for about £600 (ex VAT) but with 3 onsite warranty for my old man - unfortunately the Dell Dimension factory outlet jobs have 1 year return to base, which is not any use
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Simply are laying people off. 40 went in the last month if the trade rumours are correct. I'd be wary myself of that.


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you can upgrade the dell outlet warranty when you pay for it!!
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If any one is interested we have some Fujitsu P4 2.4, 128Mb, 40Gb, 17" Monitors + 3 yr On-site for £599 + vat. Drop me a mail if there is any interest.
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