[dba-Tech] Build vs. Buy a PC

I suspect that you can get a more powerful system for the same price.  I
build my own servers, the only computers I have purchased in the last 20
years are my laptops.  OTOH, you are your own warranty if you build your
own.  But it is fun. 


John W. Colby
Colby Consulting
www.ColbyConsulting.com 
-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com] On Behalf Of Dan Waters
Sent: Saturday, October 13, 2007 10:41 AM
To: 'Discussion of Hardware and Software issues'
Subject: [dba-Tech] Build vs. Buy a PC

I need a faster desktop PC.

Dell has what I would like for about $1140 (Optiplex).

It would have:

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.33 Ghz, 4Mb, VT, 1333Mhz FSB Windows XP Pro
2 Gb RAM
160 SATA HD (I only use 30 Gb now)
48X32 CDRW/DVD Combo - with Roxio Creator and Cyberlink Power DVD
256 Mb ATI Radeon 2400 XT, Dual Monitor DVI or VGA Data/FAX Modem (I need to
fax some documents) Audio Card (I assume)
3 yr on-site warranty
No Floppy disk
No Accessories
No extra software

Could I build a similar system for a lower price or build a better system
for about the same?  I would enjoy selecting components and assembling and
I've ordered a book on how to do this, but if the answer is no then I should
just order this from Dell and get it faster.


Thanks!
Dan

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