Greetings to Admin, Staff & Members. This is my first post on this wonderful board.
Have been using Compaq desktops all these years. This time wana adventure with custom built desktop. Please advise!
1. What is the purpose of the computer? (Note: If you are planning to say multimedia, you will have to be more specific as all types of systems are capable of doing that)
A: For Office (80% - Internet, MsOffice, Tally | 20% - Movies, Games, Corel, Photoshop etc.)
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yes
3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 15-20k (Without LCD)
4. Planning to overclock?
A: No
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Windows XP for 6months or so & then Windows 7
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: Min 320GB or 500GB
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want?
A: Using SyncMaster 17' LCD 1280x1024
8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A: 6
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: Assembler (OS - Self)
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: ASAP
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yes
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: LCD, Mouse, Keyboard, Speakers, UPS
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Delhi | Yes
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: 1) Need LPT Port
2) Internal Modem for Fax
3) Internal Card Reader
Have been using Compaq desktops all these years. This time wana adventure with custom built desktop. Please advise!
1. What is the purpose of the computer? (Note: If you are planning to say multimedia, you will have to be more specific as all types of systems are capable of doing that)
A: For Office (80% - Internet, MsOffice, Tally | 20% - Movies, Games, Corel, Photoshop etc.)
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yes
3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 15-20k (Without LCD)
4. Planning to overclock?
A: No
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Windows XP for 6months or so & then Windows 7
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: Min 320GB or 500GB
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want?
A: Using SyncMaster 17' LCD 1280x1024
8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A: 6
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: Assembler (OS - Self)
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: ASAP
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yes
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: LCD, Mouse, Keyboard, Speakers, UPS
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Delhi | Yes
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: 1) Need LPT Port
2) Internal Modem for Fax
3) Internal Card Reader
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