Need a computer for <$350

Mr.Snail · 05-20-2013, 09:39 AM

Im looking for a simple reliable computer for under $350.

I will use it for surfing the web and basic microsoft tasks as well as logging my Procede.

Also id prefer if it had windows 7 as i do not like the look and desgin of windows 8

Any suggerstions?

amanda hor$t · 05-20-2013, 11:50 PM

netbooks will run you in the 200-250 range... more than enough power for browsing and office

if you want a full screen, you might be able to find something for ~400

Zeros and ones · 05-21-2013, 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by R Grubba Balls

netbooks will run you in the 200-250 range... more than enough power for browsing and office

if you want a full screen, you might be able to find something for ~400

agreed. The only thing you would find for less than 350 is a net book.

A full on desktop... that is not possible unless you are going to be recycling parts from an old rig.

es0is · 05-21-2013, 11:24 AM

First post, picked a topic at random. I found a SSD laptop for $500 at micro center. dont know if that helps.

WreckerX5d · 05-22-2013, 08:07 PM

You could find a decent amount of refurbished laptops for under $350. They have some comparable specs on them.

I bought mine for $450 and it has just under the same hardware as the gaming PC I sold.

techietaichi · 07-04-2013, 10:47 PM

You still looking for a rig Mr. Snail? I'm in the process of building one that I think will fit the bill. It is a little older tech, but I think that goes without saying. Don't fret though, it isn't a piece of junk. Off the top of my head(I'm at work right now), here's some of the specs. You can click on some below to check out the specs or reviews:

BioStar M7NCG 400 motherboard (The latest BIOS will be installed)
AMD Athlon XP 3200+ 2.2Ghz CPU
EVGA Nvidia GeForce 6200 512MB DDR2 8X AGP Video Card I'm actually in the process of upgrading this by adding a GPU fan that should reduce the heat output by 10 degrees.
3GB(max for this board because it's 32 bit) of Crucial 333MHz PC-2700 memory w/heatspreaders
500W Ultra Xconnect Modular PSU Blue LED
SoundBlaster Live! Sound Card
LB Link 54Mbps Wireless G Adapter
Standard 5.25 CD/DVD player
Either an 80 or 160GB HDD...I can't remember.
Windows 7 Ultimate
3 80mm led fans to keep it cool
all stuffed into an unassuming Acer mini ATX case.

Everything will be updated with the latest drivers or crucial updates.

I'll post up a pic tomorrow. It's not complete yet as I'm still waiting on some bits, but it'll give you an idea and if you're interested, you can let me know at your leisure.

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amanda hor$t Banned 87 Rep 208 Posts Drives: a380 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: ny ny iTrader: (0)	netbooks will run you in the 200-250 range... more than enough power for browsing and office if you want a full screen, you might be able to find something for ~400
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WreckerX5d Warrant Officer 378 Rep 1,340 Posts Drives: Deezul Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (4)	You could find a decent amount of refurbished laptops for under $350. They have some comparable specs on them. I bought mine for $450 and it has just under the same hardware as the gaming PC I sold. __________________ Deleted, ATM I/C and tuned by B.R.R.
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techietaichi Major 295 Rep 1,311 Posts Drives: 2006 325i Pre-LCI & 2010 X3 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Massghanistan, USA iTrader: (1)	You still looking for a rig Mr. Snail? I'm in the process of building one that I think will fit the bill. It is a little older tech, but I think that goes without saying. Don't fret though, it isn't a piece of junk. Off the top of my head(I'm at work right now), here's some of the specs. You can click on some below to check out the specs or reviews: BioStar M7NCG 400 motherboard (The latest BIOS will be installed) AMD Athlon XP 3200+ 2.2Ghz CPU EVGA Nvidia GeForce 6200 512MB DDR2 8X AGP Video Card I'm actually in the process of upgrading this by adding a GPU fan that should reduce the heat output by 10 degrees. 3GB(max for this board because it's 32 bit) of Crucial 333MHz PC-2700 memory w/heatspreaders 500W Ultra Xconnect Modular PSU Blue LED SoundBlaster Live! Sound Card LB Link 54Mbps Wireless G Adapter Standard 5.25 CD/DVD player Either an 80 or 160GB HDD...I can't remember. Windows 7 Ultimate 3 80mm led fans to keep it cool all stuffed into an unassuming Acer mini ATX case. Everything will be updated with the latest drivers or crucial updates. I'll post up a pic tomorrow. It's not complete yet as I'm still waiting on some bits, but it'll give you an idea and if you're interested, you can let me know at your leisure. __________________
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