$349.99 for a Athlon XP 3000+ nForce system.... AR

[Vette73]

I saw this at Fatwallet and did not find a post here for it (searched Compaq and Radio)


To those that need a good, fast, stable, cheap computer. RadioShack has a Compaq computer for $349.99 after rebate.

AthlonXP 3000+ nForce system for $349.99

PRODUCT FEATURES
? AMD Athlon? XP processor 3000+ operating at 2.10GHz
? 256MB PC 2700 DDR SDRAM memory for multitasking power, expandable to 2GB
? 80GB 7200 RPM Ultra DMA hard drive
? DVD-ROM drive, 16x max. with InterVideo WinDVD SE software
? CD-RW 48x24x48 max.
? V.92-ready data/fax modem
Specifications:
? Processor: AMD Athlon? XP processor 3000+ operating at 2.10GHz
? Cache: (L1) 128KB; (L2) 512KB
? Floppy Disk Drive: 3.5" (1.44MB)
? CD Drive: CD-RW 48x max. write speed, 24x max. rewrite speed, 48x max. read speed
? Video Graphics: integrated NVIDIA GeForce4 MX graphics with 64MB allocated to video memory
? Network Interface: 10/100Base-T
? Sound: integrated AC97
? Fax/Modem: V.92-ready data/fax modem


I build my own systems, but for others this is really fast and cheap for what you get. Also has a open AGP port so you can upgarde the video, unlike most Intel computers under $800.

 

[Monotaur]

Hmm... any idea on what OS this comes with?

 

[Vette73]

Dos with a windows 3.11 coupon









Windows XP .... Duh...

 

[PuvMan]

Does anyone know if this has the nforce chip that outputs 5.1 DD audio for any source?

From what i understand this is only on nforce motherboards with the MCP-D/MCP-T southbridge.

thanks
puv

 

[Monotaur]

Originally posted by: PuvMan
Does anyone know if this has the nforce chip that outputs 5.1 DD audio for any source?

From what i understand this is only on nforce motherboards with the MCP-D/MCP-T southbridge.

thanks
puv

This isn't too bad... I was really hating myself for missing out on the Dell 400SC deal the other day...hmm....

 

[hytek369]

Originally posted by: Marlin1975
Dos with a windows 3.11 coupon









Windows XP .... Duh...

hehe

 

[Monotaur]

Originally posted by: hytek369

Originally posted by: Marlin1975
Dos with a windows 3.11 coupon









Windows XP .... Duh...

hehe

It was a stupid question... so let it die, ok?

 

[Vette73]

Here are the Specs with a pic of the board


It says it has the MCP2-T southbridge so it should have soundstorm, but it does not say it does.
The board is a ASUS A7N8X-LA if that helps.

 

[manko]

I think it's closest to the A7N8X-VM, but it's made only for HP/Compaq and the BIOS advanced functions are locked out.

I found a few links saying people were able to flash it to the normal Asus board, but that fan control and firewire was disabled. Someone else who tried it said their machine wouldn't post after they tried to flash it.

Anyone happen to know how to get into the advanced BIOS settings on Compaqs?

 

[Monotaur]

Hmmm... how does this rate against the Dell 400SC for the same price? Obviously, they are meant for different things (and this one has more out of pocket expense), but this one does come with XP...

Thoughts?

 

[Vette73]

Originally posted by: Monotaur
Hmmm... how does this rate against the Dell 400SC for the same price? Obviously, they are meant for different things (and this one has more out of pocket expense), but this one does come with XP...

Thoughts?

The 400sc is more a barebones type system since it has no sound, OS, etc...

This one is ready to go right out of the box with warrenty supporting everything.

 

[Thump553]

This is pretty tempting. Haven't owned a Compaq in years-some questions (1) are these as quiett as a Dell 4600 (dead silent) or 8300 (very slight whisper)? How is the build quality? Does Compaq use proprietary parts, like power supplies?

Any reviews of this computer anywhere?

 

[So]

Looks like a sweet little system.

 

[Vette73]

Originally posted by: Thump553
This is pretty tempting. Haven't owned a Compaq in years-some questions (1) are these as quiett as a Dell 4600 (dead silent) or 8300 (very slight whisper)? How is the build quality? Does Compaq use proprietary parts, like power supplies?

Any reviews of this computer anywhere?

It is a standard ATX motherboard, so everything is just like a custom built computer with a Asus nForce2 IGP board

 

[ActuaryTm]

Originally posted by: Marlin1975
The 400sc is more a barebones type system since it has no sound, OS, etc...

This one is ready to go right out of the box with warrenty supporting everything.

The 400SC has integrated sound; however, like the 8x AGP slot, the integrated sound is officially unsupported. Both features function, regardless of lack of support. More information here, and here. The recent $249/$349 PowerEdge 400SC offer included a one year warranty as well.

Most on these forums build/have built machines of their own, but at the price-point offered by Dell, the 400SC is difficult to compete with as the component and build quality is quite high.

 

[eLiu]

Wow, this is great. My boss has been looking for a good deal on a new PC, and I think this fits the bill quite well.

 

[manko]

Originally posted by: Marlin1975
It is a standard ATX motherboard, so everything is just like a custom built computer with a Asus nForce2 IGP board

This model uses a MicroATX board according to the HP support site specs and motherboard pic. I'm not sure about the size of the case though, I can't tell if it would fit a standard ATX board or not.

 

[trake1]

This plus a geforce 6800 plus a good power supply sounds like an unbeatable Value under $700.00.
Thanks for the heads up on this one!

 

[Vette73]

Originally posted by: trake1
This plus a geforce 6800 plus a good power supply sounds like an unbeatable Value under $700.00.
Thanks for the heads up on this one!

I don;t know, spending more on the video card then the rest of the system might have to take the word Value out of it

 

[Rhess3]

Sold out.

 

[trake1]

Not sold out. The actual Radio Shack stores all have them, so just use the tool to enter your zip code and it will show you the stock at every store in a radius around your zip code. Three stores have them in stock here in Southern New Jersey/Philadelphia.

 

[Vette73]

NOT SOLD-OUT.

They are NOW back in stock ON-Line.

So better get one fast if you don;t want to be left out.

 

[Nick5324]

Good deal for someone who needs a new system.

 

[peacemaker1ps]

I guess they raised up the price.
It's 399.99 after rebate.

 

[Thump553]

Originally posted by: peacemaker1ps
I guess they raised up the price.
It's 399.99 after rebate.

Price is still $350, there are two rebates ($200 & $50). Links on are on the Radio Shack page.

I can't believe I am seriously considering buying a computer from Radio Shack, but this seems like a very good deal. Add another stick of memory and a decent videocard (probably) and you will be all set.