I have built my last computer from used components. It has saved me money over the years. But it's gotten to where I can buy a new or slightly used PC for almost close to same price. I have found PC's on eBay, but after shipping. I can buy a new or reconditioned PC a manufacturer may have. All I want is a entry level P4 with a valid XP licence and gently used. Operating software is another problem buying used. Is it possible to buy a high end P3 or entry P4 with XP licence from a reputable seller at around $200?
2007-01-24 08:58:23 · 7 answers · asked by Kari 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
javits100: Because some people play by the rules and do not break the law. Duh?
2007-01-24 13:18:52 · update #1
try searching in your city on www.craigslist.com
2007-01-24 09:07:17 · answer #1 · answered by I scream for ICE CREAM!! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are willing to spend $100 more you can buy one from Dell with a Pentium Celedon 2 ghz and good software plus a
n 80 hd, monitor, keyboard,mouse,and a Win XP home edition
2007-01-24 18:06:13 · answer #2 · answered by STA-TOW 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, considering that Windows costs around $100 by itself, I think that you're asking for too much, especially since you're specifying XP.
The Dell Outlet has desktops that go for around $300, and come with a valid copy of Windows XP. That seems like your best bet, as they'll even provide a warranty.
2007-01-24 17:08:08 · answer #3 · answered by J C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ebay has quite a few Pentium 4 PCs that are in the $200 range including shipping. I've bought several computers from sellers on ebay. Just checke their ratings & feedback from their past buyers before you bid. Heres one for $138 + $35 shipping. Bidding ends in less that an hour.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Compaq-EVO-D51C-Pentium-4-2-4GHz-40GB-HDD-512MB-RAM_W0QQitemZ320072969517QQihZ011QQcategoryZ140072QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item320072969517
2007-01-24 17:08:17 · answer #4 · answered by Wijssegger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will probably get that P4 for that price from a person who had too many budweisers.
Plug that thing up at your own risk.
2007-01-24 17:05:29 · answer #5 · answered by andrew91025 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why is xp such a big issue all of a sudden....just pick up an activation hack and use autopatcher for all the updates...duh
2007-01-24 17:21:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not build your own again? check tigerdirect.ca for deals.
To save to more -install UBUNTU Linux, its free - read about it at ubuntu.com.
2007-01-24 17:08:04 · answer #7 · answered by hitechsleuth 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋