I've heard so many stories!
Is it true that you are not able to upgrade them?
2006-09-21 21:46:53 · 9 answers · asked by The Abbey 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
You CAN upgrade them but only through Dell or you forfeit their service contract and warranty. If you have a service contract with them, they and only they can upgrade their products (or you can buy the parts only through them at a slightly higher price than you get them from computer shows and install it and have them check it out via the Internet, or you call them if you have problems and they'll advise you and/or guide you); otherwise, you forfeit the contract and you lose the money paid for it. They do have a good 24 x 7 service telephone service center with some very good and very friendly helpful technicians. Dell puts out a fairly good product.
HP also puts out a fairly good product, too (notice that I don't mention the other popularly advertised company at competitive prices.
Computers do not work like telephones where you only dial and speak and hang up; with computers you have to know a new jargon and know something about trouble-shooting... otherwise, you're going to find many frustrating experiences (with telephones you don't need to know technical things about how they work in order to trouble shoot or to use them).
I bought my present computer from a computer show (I had it put together in a matter of minutes for half of what Dell would have charged me back then... ) and all of my friends have done the same. Some of my friends have MADE their own computers and they often upgrade and improve and tweak and whatever else and whatnot.
If you must buy one, have a knowledgable person help you decide and make notes. Call Dell and call HP and see which one offers more for the dollar. Really. Ain't much difference between computers. Tell each company rep what the other is offering and go back and forth until you get the best possible deal. Good luck and best wishes.
2006-09-21 22:11:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would agree that building one yourself is the cheapest and best value for money. However for the majority of us, it could be too technical. Dell do seem to have reasonable offers from time to time. take your time when choosing ( if you do decide to go with them - and check the small print for whats included... esp VAT, they sometimes tend not to include it so it looks cheaper than it actually is).
You'll also find that when purchasing from PC World n other like it you'll get bundles of absolute crap software which you will never need. I would recomend youi look for a reputable independent company who can go through with you the spec you need and build it for you. You should get a 1 year guarantee (at least as standard) plus it'll be a lot cheaper then PC World etc. (and Dell). Most places will have your new PC built and ready within a week.
2006-09-21 22:46:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
a desktop is a desktop is a desktop, they're all pretty much the same. Look at core specs (processor speed, memory which has got to me at least 1GB, etc). Look at price (adjust for warranty/not, on site/not, and any software included/not).
Go for the best deal
Most components and most of the assembly are done in the same places in the world for all brands, the rest is just a bit of branding with colours and a cute tag. In other words, all PCs are about identical, irrespective of the brand.
PC brand talk was something relevant in the mid-80s, and that's about it.
2006-09-21 21:57:25 · answer #3 · answered by AntoineBachmann 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't build your own. What you want is the Dell warranty. Good for three years.
Dell are not much good for more than three years. Owners are expected to replace them then. Same for all computers. I bought my last one from PC World which has lasted for four years.
I would go to Dell mail order or PC World for a basic computer in a shop. Dependent on price. Dell are usually as cheap, but they weren't when I bought mine.
2006-09-21 22:04:37 · answer #4 · answered by Perseus 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd never buy a dell desktop. Every time i've ever used one they've failed me in some catastophic manner involving some problem that causes the loss of my most important information.
I bought my last desktop from Infotech. Good prices, upgradable and it's worked beautifully for me.
2006-09-21 22:21:01 · answer #5 · answered by jorlwind 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-01 05:57:23 · answer #6 · answered by laseter 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always best to built ur own. But u dont seem like a person who knows much about PC hardware, in that case even if u get a Dell u probably wont get a good one because u know nothing abt what is good to buy.
Your going to need help with this.
2006-09-21 21:57:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes its true. Brand pc's are hard to upgrade. So dont buy a brand pc. Make your own clone desktop computer.
2006-09-21 22:11:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
not like that ...
2006-09-21 21:53:17 · answer #9 · answered by venkatesh s 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋