new base unit with xp

myself321

hi there i am wanting a new base unit with xp on , i would like 120 gb duel core processor upwards 128 - 256 graphics 2 gb of ram, dvd rw , etc etc.

i have looked at dell but there systems are limited when wanting xp i found one i liked but could only have integrated graphics .

any ideas where i can get a new one from , many thanks

motorguy

Check out www.dmxdimension.com it lists all the best dell deals and lets you see what machines can be bought with XP - you might spot one you overlooked.

GoofyGAT

What are you going to use it for (more details the better), & what's your budget?

Most Dell's onboard graphics can be easily upgraded with a dedicated GPU (from eBuyer/other retailer). And depending on the one you need, the PSU may not have to be changed. G

Little_John

go through the business side of the dell site to be allowed to choose xp on any of the systems

GoofyGAT

Little_John wrote: »

go through the business side of the dell site to be allowed to choose xp on any of the systems

Yep, that's right - from here:

The links provided below will take you to the Vostro systems on the Dell UK Small Business website. You are still allowed to purchase these systems if you are a home user. During the checkout process you will be asked to provide a business name, however it is perfectly acceptable to enter your own name in this space.

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whiskymincher

What is the difference between XP Home and XP Pro? Can XP Home be networked?

bookduck

Little_John wrote: »

go through the business side of the dell site to be allowed to choose xp on any of the systems

We bought about 300 last year from Dell. Now they will not supply us with XP licenses or offer system support for xp, just Vista compatability.

Now we have gone to Viglen - I had no say in the matter.

motorguy

bookduck wrote: »

We bought about 300 last year from Dell. Now they will not supply us with XP licenses or offer system support for xp, just Vista compatability.

Now we have gone to Viglen - I had no say in the matter.

Thats not really relevant as Dell are still selling XP machines to private buyers - as per my post earlier.

Also the best deals for Dell machines are listed on www.dmxdimension.com, not just one or two.

motorguy

bookduck wrote: »

We bought about 300 last year from Dell. Now they will not supply us with XP licenses or offer system support for xp, just Vista compatability.

Now we have gone to Viglen - I had no say in the matter.

Thats not really relevant as Dell are still selling XP machines to private buyers - as per my post earlier.

Also the best deals for Dell machines are listed on www.dmxdimension.com

motorguy

whiskymincher wrote: »

Can XP Home be networked?

Yes, not a problem

Little_John

I would like to see you log on to a domain with an xp home system

The point being the network features of xp home are limited