[mythtv-users] Dell Dimensions (and Poweredge)...

[Stephen Mowry]

I should also mention where on the Dell website I found this deal:

Scattered throughout the site there are links to the Dell Outlet.  Go to the
Outlet, choose Dimension and sort by lowest price.  Then just hit the
(refresh/update) and there stock changes while you watch it (usually more
during the day and early evening).  I just did this for 10 minutes or so and
saw one for $260 (FREE SHIPPING AND ONLY $6 FOR TAX) popup.  

Anything under $350 is still well within the *awesome deal* category, (and
quite better than e-machines I might add...)

Dell will also run deals on and off for $50 off Outlet purchases etc.  It
seems like every week or so they have a different special.

Good hunting...

> -----Original Message-----
> From: mythtv-users-bounces at mythtv.org 
> [mailto:mythtv-users-bounces at mythtv.org] On Behalf Of Stephen Mowry
> Sent: Friday, January 16, 2004 1:38 AM
> To: 'Discussion about mythtv'
> Subject: [mythtv-users] Dell Dimensions (and Poweredge)...
> 
> 
> For those looking for a myth machine or if you were planning 
> on upgrading the one you have, consider getting a Dimension 
> or low end Poweredge.  Why you ask?
> 
> The Price:
> $260 for a refurbished 2.2 GHz with warranty.
> 
> The Case:
> It's perfect for HT.  Small, black, well built (more solid 
> than anything I saw at compusa), and most importantly, 
> SILENT.  I priced out what it would cost me to upgrade my 
> current machine to make it this quiet, even attempting to 
> procure just this Dimension case somewhere, it's that 
> awesome.  The only way I can hear it is if I put my ear right 
> up to it.
> 
> The Compatibility:
> Great for front or backend.  3 pci slots, hardware is easy to 
> find drivers and support for (knoppmyth detected everything 
> perfectly).
> 
> If you get a cheap WinTV card for < $20, you're in the Tivo 
> price range (and far more capable and powerful).  Throw a 
> couple PVR-250's and you've got a wicked backend.
> 
> Can you ever remember a time when it was so cool to be on the 
> "lowend" of computing.  Who in the world spends $4000 on a 
> premium home machine anymore?
> 
>