Alienware Computers :drool:

[Ekliptix]

:drool: x 3

overpriced, but the case and mouse are awesome. 4 frontmounted USB ports are good too.

:drool:

http://www.alienware.com/Images/sub_page_images/v3_intel_top.jpghttp://www.alienware.com/Images/sub_page_images/v3_amd_top.jpg
http://www.alienware.com/Images/sub_page_images/v3_intel_bottom.jpghttp://www.alienware.com/Images/sub_page_images/v3_amd_bottom.jpg

AMD Athlon XP Processor 3200+
1GB DDR SDRAM PC-3200
120GB Seagate Barracuda 8MB Cache
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra 256MB
Creative Sound Blaster Audigy 2

Price: $2,504.00
Before all applicable rebates.

http://www.alienware.com/system_pages/aurora_ddr.aspx

http://www.alienware.com/images/system_page_images/prd_shot_ice.jpg

or

Intel Pentium 4 3.2GHz 800MHz FSB
1GB DDR SDRAM PC-3200
120GB Seagate Barracuda 8MB Cache
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5900 Ultra 256MB
Creative Sound Blaster Audigy 2

Price: $2,675.00
Before all applicable rebates.

http://www.alienware.com/Images/system_page_images/v3_a51_case_top.jpg
http://www.alienware.com/Images/system_page_images/v3_a51_case_bottom.jpg

look at the mouse!
http://www.alienware.com/Images/Prod_Info_Img/cases/configurator_cases/v3_prd_configurator_space_black.jpg

Optional 320GB harddrive.

[4wheeldrift]

Their machines are just sick, so hard to beat if you are going for screaming performance. Expensive, but you get what you pay for.

[Abom]

You can build it yourself for cheaper instead of paying for the "package deal".

[Ekliptix]

yea, but you can't stare at it with as much awe

[4wheeldrift]

Originally posted by Abom
You can build it yourself for cheaper instead of paying for the "package deal". And for some people, the warranty and service are important. Not everyone who plays games has the knowledge to do it themselves.

[Dope Dealer]

And that's American dollars, too ;)

[Ekliptix]

The cases are not available by themselves, but there are some other ok ones out there:
http://www.svc.com/

http://store6.yimg.com/I/svcompucycle_1750_7487048
http://store6.yimg.com/I/svcompucycle_1751_25641416
http://store6.yimg.com/I/svcompucycle_1746_2613702
http://store6.yimg.com/I/svcompucycle_1746_11783855

[Dope Dealer]

There is always knock off Alienware cases. No where near as cool though :)

[04blackMAX]

how hard is it to put a compaq in a new shell??

[Ekliptix]

I don't think Compaq come apart easily. I've heard that they're soldered together.

[Stratus_Power]

alien ware is the KING!! you have to be a computer nerd to understand it!! their cases are very detailed, the paintjob is very well done, the cooling is excellent, the cabling is clean, the service is amazing, and the way the sys is config gives out amazing performance! ( how they overclock the video card to a certain speed that will ensure greatest performance while the system will remain stable)
etc etc the list goes on!!! you really get whay you pay for!! but for 5k for a computer.. too much

[Ekliptix]

How much would the internals cost in Calgary?

[Abom]

Originally posted by Stratus_Power
alien ware is the KING!! you have to be a computer nerd to understand it!! their cases are very detailed, the paintjob is very well done, the cooling is excellent, the cabling is clean, the service is amazing, and the way the sys is config gives out amazing performance! ( how they overclock the video card to a certain speed that will ensure greatest performance while the system will remain stable)
etc etc the list goes on!!! you really get whay you pay for!! but for 5k for a computer.. too much



Aside from a detailed and painted case, why can't you overclock your own stuff? :dunno: There is nothing special about Alienware. You can do all the stuff they've done (yes, minus the damn case) yourself. If you can't do it yourself, then you can't be a "nerd", as there is nothing to understand about why this brand name is better than anything else.


On a side note, this black case is available at Memory Express.

http://store6.yimg.com/I/svcompucycle_1746_2613702

[Ekliptix]

Is there extra hardware required to make the heat display functional?

[Abom]

Originally posted by Ekliptix
Is there extra hardware required to make the heat display functional?


Not as far as I know. I've thought about buying that case myself. I believe (and I could be wrong) that the temprature sensor is built into the case itself, everything is already built in.

[Arthur]

Originally posted by Dope Dealer
There is always knock off Alienware cases. No where near as cool though :) since when did alienware design the first neato computer case? they arent knockoffs just someone another custome case.

[Dope Dealer]

Originally posted by Arthur
since when did alienware design the first neato computer case? they arent knockoffs just someone another custome case.

Well, when they advertise them as "Alienware" style, I consider them knockoffs. They aren't exactly like them, but they are very similar. The attention to detail isn't as good as the real thing.

[Stratus_Power]

I think this new case is designed by/for Alien ware only.. but their old cases are by no mean original.. they used to use the Antec case and do custom work to them * ie paint job*

granted you CAN copy and build an exact copy of the Alien ware ( minus the case) for probably 30% less. But it can be a pain in the ass. they dont just get a video card O/C it to be max and therefor give u best performance. they specially tested the all the different speed for RAM/CPU/Video/mobo etc to ensure the best performance while the system still remain stable. if you want to do it yourself you'll have to do trial and error.

and of cuz dont forget the superb customer support

[Abom]

Originally posted by Stratus_Power
I think this new case is designed by/for Alien ware only.. but their old cases are by no mean original.. they used to use the Antec case and do custom work to them * ie paint job*

granted you CAN copy and build an exact copy of the Alien ware ( minus the case) for probably 30% less. But it can be a pain in the ass. they dont just get a video card O/C it to be max and therefor give u best performance. they specially tested the all the different speed for RAM/CPU/Video/mobo etc to ensure the best performance while the system still remain stable. if you want to do it yourself you'll have to do trial and error.

and of cuz dont forget the superb customer support



Why would you want to overclock anyways, you'll just need more and more cooling to keep everything from overheatings. And I dunno about you guys, but too many fans becomes too noisy. Not to mention you wear the card faster, etc etc etc. Unless you're a MASSIVE gamer, you don't need to overclock at all.


As for customer support, well, depends on how much you know about computers I suppose.

[lammer]

I was going to pick up an alienware computer system..but damn haha i realized that they were in US funds so i scrapped that idea and bought a custom machine haha damnit!

[Stratus_Power]

Originally posted by Abom




Why would you want to overclock anyways, you'll just need more and more cooling to keep everything from overheatings. And I dunno about you guys, but too many fans becomes too noisy. Not to mention you wear the card faster, etc etc etc. Unless you're a MASSIVE gamer, you don't need to overclock at all.


As for customer support, well, depends on how much you know about computers I suppose.

thats the beauty of this alien ware system!! the way they designed it, it is overclocked to full potential while it is still being cooled by a superb and quiet cooling system they designed.
and yes with a price tag of close to 5000 CAD, it is designed for HARDCORE gaming or those who like to compare Fps in lans party. Not for us who play an occasional CS here and there. Will it be cheaper to build a custom machine.. YES.. will it be cheaper to go buy a sony or dell or HP... YES.. but will you get such quality and performance.. hell no..

[GTS Jeff]

Originally posted by Stratus_Power


thats the beauty of this alien ware system!! the way they designed it, it is overclocked to full potential while it is still being cooled by a superb and quiet cooling system they designed.
and yes with a price tag of close to 5000 CAD, it is designed for HARDCORE gaming or those who like to compare Fps in lans party. Not for us who play an occasional CS here and there. Will it be cheaper to build a custom machine.. YES.. will it be cheaper to go buy a sony or dell or HP... YES.. but will you get such quality and performance.. hell no.. its more fun to do things yourself.

[Dj_Stylz]

I found the same one and the price aint that bad if u want a tower that looks like that. I am thinking to go get one since i gota build a new cpu.



http://memoryexpress.com/products/Cases/Aspire_X-Dreamer(Black)wClearSidePanel,BlueLEDFan.html


X-Dreamer (Black) w/ Clear Side Panel, Blue LED Fan

$ 79.95


It does not come with a power supply how do i figure out what kind i need or will they tell me when i go in?

[Abom]

Originally posted by Dj_Stylz
I found the same one and the price aint that bad if u want a tower that looks like that. I am thinking to go get one since i gota build a new cpu.



http://memoryexpress.com/products/Cases/Aspire_X-Dreamer(Black)wClearSidePanel,BlueLEDFan.html


X-Dreamer (Black) w/ Clear Side Panel, Blue LED Fan

$ 79.95


It does not come with a power supply how do i figure out what kind i need or will they tell me when i go in?


They will tell you what you need. I'm picking one up today actually :thumbsup:

[Dj_Stylz]

Originally posted by Abom



They will tell you what you need. I'm picking one up today actually :thumbsup:

oh ok i gona pick it up as soon as figure something out. Like what to put into it haha:thumbsup:
Once you get your can u tell me how much it cost with the power supply and tax and stuff?

[Dj_Stylz]

Here is another one
http://www.pccase.com/products/AT828BKW.html

It is also cheaper then the one above
http://www.pccase.com/828/l_828bkw.jpg


AT828BKW 10 bays Black ATX case w/300W, Digital Temperature display, clear fan & 2 x USB 2.0!

Standard ATX form factor
Intel P4 ready case with 300 watts P4 ready power supply
4 open 5.25? drive bays
2 open 3.5? drive bays
4 hidden 3.5? drive bays (total of 10 drive bays)
Build in 2 front USB 2.0
Aluminum insert in the front panel for the shinny sliver look with digital temperature display
With factory modified acrylic window side panel
4 optional 8cm fans in the lower front of the case
2 optional 8cm fan in the rear of the case
Max. 7 cooling fans could be installed (6 optional)
Internal light not included
Dimensions: 17? (H) x 7.75? (W) x 18.75? (D)
Max. mother board size: 12? x 10?
Standard 300 watts ATX power supply (AMD recommended up to 1.2 GHz CPU)
350 watts P4 ready ATX P/S upgrade available
Snap on/off front panel

2 Front USB 2.0 ports w/ door cover!!


Retail price: 135.00
Special web price: 69.00


Maybe ill get that