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As far as I know; no member on this forum has a crystal ball.
We have no idea how long any computer will last.
1. Buy quality hardware
2. Keep the system clean and cool
Then go worry about how fast grass grows.
As far as I know; no member on this forum has a crystal ball.
We have no idea how long any computer will last.
1. Buy quality hardware
2. Keep the system clean and cool
Then go worry about how fast grass grows.
Hi,
The only part I see getting a workout is the mother board battery from being unplugged during the weekdays,
On the other hand if a power serge/ lightening hits your power lines the machine is safe,
Mobo batteries are cheap
I thought it doesn't matter since the clock battery doesn't get charged anyway. And, someone else on another thread said I should always plug it out after being done using it.
Well, isn't Dell the best brand though for non custom built desktops? In my experience, my old Dell computer is still working after 6 years. And for now, I think I am ok with my current PSU. I know I'm taking risks but the average person is unlikely to change their PSU and I haven't seen any PSU issue related threads lately and if they are so bad, how are they able to sell?
I appreciate you guys giving me suggestions but I have my opinion too. And, I think we went a little further with the thread than I expected. I got an XPS 8700 because I am not yet confident enough to make my own build and the great people of this forum said XPS 8700 is the best non custom desktop out there. Sorry if I sound mad, I am just saying my opinion and no hard feelings.
Edit: Well, if I'm going to be like this, I guess I shouldn't have started a thread for a question this simple. But thanks guys anyway. :)
I see plenty of decent Dells which like yours that have lasted a long time, but they also have some lemons like the Slimline my Dad ordered which had to be sent back. But after working with tens of thousands of Factory built PC's here I still can't say for sure which brand is best. My personal experience is that Lenovo is purest quality while Compaq was wheezy junk.
They all have their strengths and weaknesses. eMachines were built on the idea of assembling quality parts at a price cheaper than their total cost - like the ten year old here that still runs like new - but then Gateway bought them and pushed them into the bargain basement. So it can also depend on when you buy it. I don't think you save any by building your own, though.
Some opinion threads like these can take off and are valuable because you can pick up the opinions of those who work in the trenches of the top tech forums in history, who otherwise are more laser focused on one issue at a time. It gives us a chance to collect our thoughts.
Sure you do
You save time cleaning all of the crapware off of them
It is wise to unplug the machine :)
You never touch a MB battery unless it dies and you have to replace it, that could take 5 to 7 years.
My Pentium 3 System is still in my room, no parts were changed except the video card (I upgraded way back 2002).
I would do as you've been doing there's no concern
The chances are higher of damage from electrical shorts leaving it plugged in than not having it plugged in
Unless you have a very good serge protector but most of those get whacked after one or two big jolts.