Where to buy a Linux machine?

etcetera · 09-04-2005, 07:03 PM

Where do I get a system I can install Linux on?

I want a mid-tower with a kick-@ss TFT monitor. Suggestions?
I don't build my own machines so I want something that will work out of the box.

nadroj · 09-04-2005, 07:18 PM

not many (if any at all) computer stores (around where i am) have anything linux.
i think your best bet is to buy a computer from anywhere.. you can request to have no OS installed (ie M$ windows) and they will lower the price to what it is without the OS license.

then just download/burn a distro and install your self.. which is really easy and u can learn from it too. if your main point here is that u just want to support linux then buy a distro CD online instead of just downloading for free.

etcetera · 09-05-2005, 06:54 AM

I want something someone else alredy got to work with Linux, including video card, DVD, and so on. I would like to buy off ebay.

aysiu · 09-05-2005, 10:04 AM

http://www.linux.org/vendor/system/desktop.html
http://www.linux.org/vendor/system/laptop.html
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...uct_id=3595030

craigevil · 09-05-2005, 10:22 AM

Sams club sells very inexpensive systems with either Xandros or PCBuilder(based on Mandrake). I only paid $210 for my system including shipping. Of course it is not anywhere near top of the line but it works.

http://www.samsclub.com/eclub/main_s...cfkjdgoodfkg.0

etcetera · 09-05-2005, 05:01 PM

Any experience with sub300.com?
I configured a machine there for around $650.
Or with NEC 72V LCD monitor it is $950.
Opinions on this configuration? Should I add/delete something?

Intel Augsburg D915 800FSB
Mid-Tower Case ATX w/350W PS(Black & Silver)
Intel Celeron D LGA775 2.66GHz 533FSB Socket T
512MB DDR400(2 DIMMs)
Integrated Serial ATA Controller
80GB Serial ATA
1X80GB Serial ATA
Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900
52x32x52CD-RW/16xDVD Combo Drive(Black)
Integrated 6-Channel Audio (Jack Sensing)
CA 3PC Subwoofer Speakers 68 watts Black
No multiple optical drive
Built-in Intel EtherExpress PRO+10/100baseTx
No Modem
Logitech Keyboard / Mouse Combo Black (wired)
No Power Protection
Floppy Drive
No Desktop Operating System
No software bundle
B3 Onsite Service Warranty 1 year
NEC 72V 17 inch LCD Black - 17
No Utility Software