I've been a thrifty shopper for like a long time now.
this is a computer I found at the DI for 30 bucks.
I put more ram in it and a video card then a hard drive .
In all I spent 150 for a 2 gigahertz processor 256 video card 2 gig of ddr 333.
O that includes this hp all in on killer good printer .
when looking for a pc test it ask yourself is this a good buy ?
Can I find it for cheaper somewhere else ?
What will it take to make it what I'm looking for ?
This is my printer I bought for 12 bucks .
It work like a dream .
The thing to look for .
make sure it has a power cord .
test unit.
ask the risk factor like if I buy this and it does not work.
This is a hot item for all you gamers .
You can find these for like 8 bucks .
If you go to best buy last I knew they had them for 45 .
Make sure it has all battens .
Check the movement of the stick make sure the resistance is not worn out .
Take a look at the plug to make sure its not damaged .
A good one to get from the DI is speakers .
these are two kenwoods I picked up for under 15 a piece .
for a three foot tall speaker .
what to look for .
Brand is the best start .
inspect the item make sure its not damaged in any way .
test if possible.
Key boards and mice .
I picked up this keyboard and mouse for 20 .
what to look for when buying mice an keyboards.
If your going for a wireless keyboard and mouse .
First thing you need to have is the usb transmitter or the item will be worthless .
Hard wired mice and keyboards .
make sure all buttons work and don't feel to worn out .
Test if possible .
This is a 10 to 100 lan switch that I paid like 7 or 8 .
Check to see if all the lights have power .
this unit I bought had a look connection with the power cord into the unit its self .
So I puled it a part cut the power cord off and soldered it back into the unit .
The switch works like a charm .
Monitors are a cheep buy .
Test first .
make sure it has its power cord .
Make sure you don't pay too much for sure.
