OT: computers

Ruatha · #1 April 2nd, 2003, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Kamog:
Cool! I just learned a new word: "prestanda"! I'll try to work it into a conversation tomorrow when I talk to my co-workers: "Hey, my new computer has more prestanda than yours." or "How can I increase the prestanda on this PC here?" It will surely confuse them. Thanks, Ruatha.

You're welcome!
You can use it in many different fields, cars, all type of things producing some sort of result.

What is the equalent english word? I'll have to check the Swedish-English word book when I get home!

Hunkpapa · #2 April 2nd, 2003, 03:57 PM

Thank you for all the help.

I really don't think I am up for the challenge of building my own just yet...all I have really done with mine is upgrade the RAM, CD and replace the modem. Just seems like there is too much I need to know before doing it and I would be clueless as to how to fix and keep it running smoothly.

Compaq cannot even keep my computer running smoothly.

It looks like Dell is the computer for me. If only I could afford that kick-*** Alien one.

Iron Giant · #3 April 2nd, 2003, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Hunkpapa:
Thank you for all the help.

I really don't think I am up for the challenge of building my own just yet...all I have really done with mine is upgrade the RAM, CD and replace the modem. Just seems like there is too much I need to know before doing it and I would be clueless as to how to fix and keep it running smoothly.

Compaq cannot even keep my computer running smoothly.

It looks like Dell is the computer for me. If only I could afford that kick-*** Alien one.

Well, don't get over your head, but really, your almost there with what you've done already....

How about this: post your current system specs and maybe you could just upgrade the one you have and save a bundle. That will give you the confidence you need to build your own from scratch the next time.

Once you've got the confidence you'll figure out why you don't have any respect for the Compaq people: the home built computers are the best. Once you've started designing and building your own, you'll figure out what Compaq does wrong and you'll never buy a prefab again...

[ April 02, 2003, 15:35: Message edited by: Iron Giant ]

kalthalior · #4 April 2nd, 2003, 06:05 PM

If you go for a brandname pc, I would go Dell, or (maybe) Gateway. The first pc I bought was from TigerDirect, they sell both parts and preconfigured systems, you could give them a try as well, have purchased only parts from them since that first pc.

TigerDirect

Should you or anyone else be looking for parts, this is a good site:

Parts site

Instar · #5 April 3rd, 2003, 06:17 AM

Problem with using pricewatch is that you end up buying all your parts from varying sources... sending shipping through the roof. Also, many companies hold fire sales or whatever just to get the lowest price on pricewatch

Slick · #6 April 3rd, 2003, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Ruatha:

quote:
Originally posted by Kamog:
Cool! I just learned a new word: "prestanda"! I'll try to work it into a conversation tomorrow when I talk to my co-workers: "Hey, my new computer has more prestanda than yours." or "How can I increase the prestanda on this PC here?" It will surely confuse them. Thanks, Ruatha.

You're welcome!
You can use it in many different fields, cars, all type of things producing some sort of result.

What is the equalent english word? I'll have to check the Swedish-English word book when I get home!

There are lots of word translators on the internet. I found one from Google but not all the formatting copied over:

Swedish entry word
prestanda [�prest'an:da] noun
plural det som kan presteras (av en maskin), prestationsf�rm�ga

English translation
performance

Examples
bilen har goda prestanda---the car has good performance

Slick.

Hunkpapa · #7 April 3rd, 2003, 03:08 PM

Okay I tried to figure out to the best of my ability what I have.

Bought an off the shelf Compaq Presario 7470.

Processor AMD-K5-2 533Mhz
Upgraded to 512 168 pin DIMM SDRAM
I have 1 CD-R drive and space for a 2nd but no corresponding hook-up for the wire inside unless I pull the 3.5 floppy.
20 GB memeory
I couldn't find out much more but did come across this information

VIA Tech 3038 PCI ?motherboard?
Board ID 648
Base Board 0648h

I e-mailed compaq to send me a part list, we'll see if I get it if so I will post it.

Here is what I want to do/have...

faster system/better processor
Have a 2nd disk drive for easier copying of disks
Install and ehternet card
Upgrade to WinXP
And possibly upgrade my hard disk space to 40 or 60 GB.

I will use it for gaming*, internet surfing, wordprocessing, digital photography and CD-burning

And suggestions...and again thank you.

*SEIV, Alpha Centauri, Jagged Alliance, etc., no 3-D/FPS games more strategy/sim based