Re: Memory Upgrade for Ancient Enspiron 2600
On Wednesday, January 18, 2017 04:08:09 PM Doug wrote:
> Whether or not this is all economically worth while, or you should throw
> the machine out and buy a new one is up to you.
I typically build replacement computers (for myself, son, and a few others)
for $200 to $300 (or less) (without Windows). I do this by watching for items
on sale at places like Newegg and Tigerdirect.
A typical build has a 64 bit AMD processor, 8GB of memory, and at least 200 GB
of disk.
A typical budget:
* Motherboard and CPU $70 to $100
* case and power supply $30 to $60 (I typically get a new power supply for
~$20), if I can, I'll re-use a case (if it is a size that I like (and holds
the MB)
* 8 MB RAM $40 to $50
* 1 GB HDD ~$50
Mice and keyboads I have or will reuse old ones. Don't even install a floppy
drive anymore--shouldn't bother with a CD or DVD drive, but I typically
install an old one "just in case".
The prices I mention do require patience (to wait for sales) and a willingness
to go through the rebate process.
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