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HP Pavilion Elite m9300t Computer System, Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Quad processor Q6600 (2.4GHz), 6GB DDR2-800MHz dual channel SDRAM, 500GB 7200 rpm SATA 3Gb/s hard drive, LightScribe 16X max. DVD+/-R/RW, 256MB NVIDIA GeForce 9300 / DVI-I / VGA adapter / HDMI, Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)HP Pavilion Elite m9300t Computer System, Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Quad processor Q6600 (2.4GHz), 6GB DDR2-800MHz dual channel SDRAM, 500GB 7200 rpm SATA 3Gb/s hard drive, LightScribe 16X max. DVD+/-R/RW, 256MB NVIDIA GeForce 9300 / DVI-I / VGA adapter / HDMI, Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
Buy new: $1,449.78
As a previous Dell owner I was reluctant to buy anything else, but I'm glad I did. This thing flies and Vista 64-bit is great! I love the Vista Media Center. Despite having a quad core, the fans are quiet and it remains cool.
HP Officejet 6310 All-in-One Printer/Fax/Scanner/Copier (Q8061A#ABA)HP Officejet 6310 All-in-One Printer/Fax/Scanner/Copier (Q8061A#ABA)
Buy new: $104.49 / Used from: $75.00
Small footprint, inexpensive, does what it's supposed to do. It can also be setup on a wireless home network (through a wireless router) to be utilized by the whole household.
Trend Micro Internet Security 2008 3-User [OLD VERSION]Trend Micro Internet Security 2008 3-User [OLD VERSION]
Buy new: $42.99 / Used from: $7.99
I've tried Norton, McAfee, Avast, BitDefender, AVG and Panda too, but this one is still the best for me. Does the job well, and doesn't bog down XP or Vista.
Nero 8 Ultra Edition [OLD VERSION]Nero 8 Ultra Edition [OLD VERSION]
Buy new: $69.99 / Used from: $58.98
Nero is the only way to go for me when I burn DVD's.
Linksys WRT54G2 Wireless-G Broadband RouterLinksys WRT54G2 Wireless-G Broadband Router
Buy new: Too low to display / Used from: $35.50
Fast, easy setup with easy to understand software. 4 input ports, and good range, with G speed. If you have 'N' capabilities on all your computers...consider that route instead.
D-Link DIR-628 RangeBooster N Dual Band Router with 4-Port 10/100 Switch 2 Antennas and Dual Band Draft 802.11nD-Link DIR-628 RangeBooster N Dual Band Router with 4-Port 10/100 Switch 2 Antennas and Dual Band Draft 802.11n
Buy new: $78.74 / Used from: $110.01
Only if your network computers can all accept wireless 'n', otherwise it's a waste of money.
Slim Wireless USB 2.4g Bluetooth 2.0 Dongle Adapter for Pc Laptop NotebookSlim Wireless USB 2.4g Bluetooth 2.0 Dongle Adapter for Pc Laptop Notebook
Buy new: $3.80
A cheap way to upload photos from your phone to your computer if it's not already bluetooth ready. It's also portable so it can go onto many machines.
Seagate ST305004FPA1E3-RK FreeAgent Pro 500 GB 3.5-Inch USB 2.0/eSATA/FireWire 400 External Hard DriveSeagate ST305004FPA1E3-RK FreeAgent Pro 500 GB 3.5-Inch USB 2.0/eSATA/FireWire 400 External Hard Drive
Buy new: $96.24 / Used from: $90.00
An inexpensive way to backup your hard drive. Comes with a 5 year warranty.
Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 505-Watt 5.1 Digital Surround Sound Speaker SystemLogitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 505-Watt 5.1 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System
Buy new: $222.55 / Used from: $174.99
OK...not an 'essential', but a darned nice addition!
Logitech diNovo Edge (967685-0403)Logitech diNovo Edge (967685-0403)
Buy new: $161.86 / Used from: $111.29
So sleek! Beautiful and slim, a great addition.
Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP - Flat panel display - TFT - 24" - widescreen - 1920 x 1200 - 400 cd/m2 - 1300:1 - 3000:1 (dynamic) - 6 ms - 0.27 mm - HDMI, 2xDVI-D, VGA, DisplayPort - with Height Adjustable Stand and 3-Years Advanced Exchange WarrantyDell UltraSharp 2408WFP - Flat panel display - TFT - 24" - widescreen - 1920 x 1200 - 400 cd/m2 - 1300:1 - 3000:1 (dynamic) - 6 ms - 0.27 mm - HDMI, 2xDVI-D, VGA, DisplayPort - with Height Adjustable Stand and 3-Years Advanced Exchange Warranty
Buy new: $1,099.99 / Used from: $450.00
As Ferris Bueller would say "If you can afford one, I highly recommend picking one up."
Dell XPS M1330 Laptop, Crimson Red, Ultra Slim 13.3 In Widescreen WXGA, Vista Premium, Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 at 1.83GHz, 200GB Hard Drive, 3GB DDR2 Memory, Intel Graphics Accelerator 3000, Finger Print reader, Bluetooth, Webcam, 6cell Battery, Dvd/rw (Burn DVDs & CDs)Dell XPS M1330 Laptop, Crimson Red, Ultra Slim 13.3 In Widescreen WXGA, Vista Premium, Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 at 1.83GHz, 200GB Hard Drive, 3GB DDR2 Memory, Intel Graphics Accelerator 3000, Finger Print reader, Bluetooth, Webcam, 6cell Battery, Dvd/rw (Burn DVDs & CDs)
Buy new: $1,259.99
Lightweight, great battery life.
Hampton Computer Armoire - BlackHampton Computer Armoire - Black
Buy new: $484.99
These come in all sorts of sizes and can hide your mess for you. An invaluable, functional piece of furniture.
Fellowes 91737 Gel Wrist Rest - Graphite/PlatinumFellowes 91737 Gel Wrist Rest - Graphite/Platinum
Buy new: $15.24
These help alot if you are spending hours at the computer station.
Logitech Quickcam Communicate Deluxe - Web camera - color - audio - Hi-Speed USBLogitech Quickcam Communicate Deluxe - Web camera - color - audio - Hi-Speed USB
Buy new: $70.95
Works well!
Uniden DCT648-3 2.4 GHz Digital Expandable Cordless Phone with 3 Handsets and Digital Answering SystemUniden DCT648-3 2.4 GHz Digital Expandable Cordless Phone with 3 Handsets and Digital Answering System
Studio RTA 2-Drawer Lateral File Cabinet - CherryStudio RTA 2-Drawer Lateral File Cabinet - Cherry
Buy new: $119.90
Logitech Optical Marble Mouse (USB/PS2)Logitech Optical Marble Mouse (USB/PS2)
Buy new: $21.64 / Used from: $17.69
I made the switch and I'll never go back.
"Willard" Leather Executive Office Chair/ High Back w/ Gas Lift & Tilt and Ergonomic Lumbar Support"Willard" Leather Executive Office Chair/ High Back w/ Gas Lift & Tilt and Ergonomic Lumbar Support