ok guys, i signed up to anandtech just to reply to this thread, here it goes
I work at best buy, and yes you have to complete a minimum of 6 quizes, there's only 5 available right now, the 6th one starts on the 23rd, same day the intel proc, mobo combo is available
here are the specific specs on the deal (copied and pasted directly from intel retailedge):
What you get:
2.53 GHz Intel® Pentium® 4 processor
Intel® Desktop Board D845EBT
Microsoft* Windows* XP Professional
McAfee* Internet Security 5.0
A retail value of $730.00 for a special low price of $175.00 plus shipping, handling and any applicable taxes.
What's the deal? Beginning on October 23, 2002, you can place your order for this special bundle once you've completed six of the eight different episode tutorials on Get the Goods. This special bundle purchase is limited to retail sales associates and only available through January 23, 2003, or while supplies last.
This special offer includes:
? 3 months of free technical support
? 3-year warranty
Order online from October 23, 2002 thru January 23, 2003, or while supplies last. Once you've completed any six episodes, you'll receive an email with detailed information on how to take advantage of this special bundle and other great offers.
Please note: Limited offer. One bundle per customer
Click here to read the official Get Yours Purchase Program rules.
*Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.
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man i thank the person who showed me this thread, for bringing this deal to attention, i think ill get it. Even though i dislike intel products, you can't beat that price.
on the retail edge, there main prize giveaway is a Plasma TV, home theatre package. Plus countless of other VERY nice prizes.
btw, is that intel mobo, pretty good?