Any speculation on future Dell deals?

[Jeff W]

I need to purchase a new desktop pc and 2 Dell 2001FPs.

I missed out on the last Dell deals. I am graduating next month and I'd like to have my set up in CA by May 16. My 256 MB Ram laptop is not cutting it.

Will there probably be another deal on monitors in the next two weeks or should I just bite the bullet and pay the $600? Should I wait for another deal on Dell desktops or should I build my own?

Thanks for the help.

[mcozzy1]

New computers depreciate so fast in value. I don't know why people get new ones. You can get a used PIV for $200. This is plenty fast enough to multitable, run PT, and playerview.

[Jeff W]

What is a PIV?

I am cool with buying a used computer or building my own, but I want to avoid downtime that is going to cost me money in the long run. Therefore, I need a reliable PC.

I want to run 6-8 tables, PV and PT at the same time.

[didymus]

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What is a PIV?

I am cool with buying a used computer or building my own, but I want to avoid downtime that is going to cost me money in the long run. Therefore, I need a reliable PC.

I want to run 6-8 tables, PV and PT at the same time.

[/ QUOTE ]
That really doesnt require a new computer, or even an almost new one..

[MissOt]

dont get a dell desktop. find someone who knows something about computers and have them help you build one. you will save a lot of money and can get a much better comp. i just built my computer for about $850 and if i went dell it would be around $1500 and not even as good.

[Cubswin]

dont get a dell desktop. find someone who knows something about computers and have them help you build one. you will save a lot of money and can get a much better comp. i just built my computer for about $850 and if i went dell it would be around $1500 and not even as good.

Take the dell challenge. I bought the following machine for my boss on friday.... i challenge you to find the componets to build it for less then what i paid for it. I will post what i paid for this machine after you quote me a price....

Dimension 8400 Desktop: Pentium 4 Processor 540 with HT Technology (3.20GHz, 800 FSB, 1MB)
Microsoft Windows XP Professional
1 GB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHz (2 DIMMs)
No Floppy Drive
250 GB EIDE SATA Hard Drive (7200 RPM)
128MB PCI Express ATI Radeon X300 SE
56Kbps Data/Fax Modem
Sound Blaster Live! 24-bit ADVANCED HD Audio with 100dB Perform
16X DVD ROM Drive
Operating System Software CD
WordPerfect Productivity Suite 12.0

Oh... and the computer has 8 USB ports, 3 free PCIs, PCIe...


Let the challenge begin.....

[Cubswin]

PS...lets see if u can beat my price without even pricing out the motherboard and case....

[Deathbear]

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dont get a dell desktop. find someone who knows something about computers and have them help you build one. you will save a lot of money and can get a much better comp. i just built my computer for about $850 and if i went dell it would be around $1500 and not even as good.

Take the dell challenge. I bought the following machine for my boss on friday.... i challenge you to find the componets to build it for less then what i paid for it. I will post what i paid for this machine after you quote me a price....

Dimension 8400 Desktop: Pentium 4 Processor 540 with HT Technology (3.20GHz, 800 FSB, 1MB)
Microsoft Windows XP Professional
1 GB DDR2 SDRAM 533MHz (2 DIMMs)
No Floppy Drive
250 GB EIDE SATA Hard Drive (7200 RPM)
128MB PCI Express ATI Radeon X300 SE
56Kbps Data/Fax Modem
Sound Blaster Live! 24-bit ADVANCED HD Audio with 100dB Perform
16X DVD ROM Drive
Operating System Software CD
WordPerfect Productivity Suite 12.0

Oh... and the computer has 8 USB ports, 3 free PCIs, PCIe...


Let the challenge begin.....

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Why are you waiting for others before you post yours?

[Cubswin]

ok ok....price i paid below....


<font color="white">493.94 tax and shipping included </font>

[Jeff W]

WTF, how is that possible? I am looking through Dell.com and the 8400 starts at $880.