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Whats a Desktop Deal:

There are many factors you need to take into account in order to make something a deal. Manufacturer, Product line, Specs and warranty are usually what to look at when figuring that out. You need to consider prices as well, sometimes you get a price so hot that it doesn't matter what company it is.

Generally speaking here are the guidelines for Intel processors:

i3 8th Gen processor - Under $300 is usually a hot deal, Under $350 is decent
i5 8th Gen Processor - Under $400 is a Usually a Hot Deal
i7 8th Gen Processor - Under $600 is a Usually Hot Deal

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #700 on: May 27, 2014, 08:54:34 PM »
What are you gonna use it for?
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #701 on: May 27, 2014, 08:56:26 PM »
It may be fast enough but you will most likely feel a lag when you work even when doing simple tasks. The longer you use it the slower it wil get but if you have a really tight budget and don't have a choice it, may cut it.

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #702 on: May 27, 2014, 09:02:49 PM »
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #703 on: May 28, 2014, 01:50:20 PM »
need a really really cheap windows xp computer.  Is ebay the best place for that? I really just need it to run my home automation program that the installation cd is for windows xp.  I only use it and turn it on a few times a year to adjust the time settings and such

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« Reply #704 on: May 28, 2014, 02:21:15 PM »
need a really really cheap windows xp computer.  Is ebay the best place for that? I really just need it to run my home automation program that the installation cd is for windows xp.  I only use it and turn it on a few times a year to adjust the time settings and such
VMware player?
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« Reply #705 on: May 28, 2014, 02:24:09 PM »
VMware player?
what is that?
nvm, googled it, but does it allow me to install a program that is designed for an older windows version? Guess i will try this at home, thanks a lot!

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« Reply #706 on: May 28, 2014, 04:02:06 PM »
what is that?
nvm, googled it, but does it allow me to install a program that is designed for an older windows version? Guess i will try this at home, thanks a lot!
It should, yes.
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #707 on: May 29, 2014, 09:51:55 AM »
It should, yes.
Do you have a CD of XP lying around? If not, download it here: http://fileparadox.in/f/a3hsqrz69ync
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I need to download xp separate from the virtual machine player? Or you are giving me a second option?

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« Reply #708 on: May 29, 2014, 12:55:39 PM »
I need to download xp separate from the virtual machine player? Or you are giving me a second option?
Separate.  Virtual Machine player creates a "virtual machine", which the computer treats as its own computer, which you can then install XP on.
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #709 on: May 29, 2014, 06:13:50 PM »
VMware player?
it costs money? The one I see on cnet does

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« Reply #710 on: May 29, 2014, 09:56:31 PM »
It should, yes.
Do you have a CD of XP lying around? If not, download it here: http://fileparadox.in/f/a3hsqrz69ync
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I am having trouble downloading this and then getting it on to VMplayer, any more help?

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #711 on: May 29, 2014, 11:11:56 PM »
Guys pls move to new thread, this should be for deals...

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« Reply #712 on: May 29, 2014, 11:12:53 PM »
Guys pls move to new thread, this should be for deals...
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« Reply #713 on: May 30, 2014, 02:28:19 AM »
Guys pls move to new thread, this should be for deals...
Switched to PM.
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #714 on: May 30, 2014, 10:51:48 AM »
Switched to PM.
yeah, sorry about that, it started out as a deal request

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #715 on: June 09, 2014, 10:15:39 PM »
Lenovo H530 - i7-4770 Processor + Acer Iconia 8" Tablet for $649!!!!

Tablet Sells on Amazon for $149

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=0S8-00HJ-00004

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #716 on: June 09, 2014, 10:21:48 PM »
Lenovo H530 - i7-4770 Processor + Acer Iconia 8" Tablet for $649!!!!

Tablet Sells on Amazon for $149

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=0S8-00HJ-00004

You mean $679?
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #717 on: June 09, 2014, 10:24:20 PM »
I mean $649 unfortunately you're right and they mean $679 ;D

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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #718 on: June 09, 2014, 10:40:22 PM »
I mean $649 unfortunately you're right and they mean $679 ;D
still a good deal?
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Re: Desktop Deals Master Thread
« Reply #719 on: June 09, 2014, 10:46:00 PM »
The i7 Desktop for $679 is a decent price, the tablet makes it a good deal.