I have had my computer since 2006 and it is making a lot of noise and whirring. Is it time I got a new one or is that normal?
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I have had my computer since 2006 and it is making a lot of noise and whirring. Is it time I got a new one or is that normal?
Sounds like your fan is screwed among other things. If it's valuable you can get it fixed, I've even done a couple myself but if it's yours it's probably cheap so just go get a new one. At least it's not a car.Quote:
Originally Posted by Master
I'll bet it still runs Windows 95 as wellQuote:
Originally Posted by walrusSounds like your fan is screwed among other things. If it's valuable you can get it fixed, I've even done a couple myself but if it's yours it's probably cheap so just go get a new one. At least it's not a car.Quote:
Originally Posted by Master
You should change your system now its 2016 brotherQuote:
Originally Posted by Master
Go mac, had my macbook air since 2012 its like new, getting the new pro now now. laptop is the only thing, watch boxing in bed, watch boxing at work, watch boxing everywhere, just bring the laptop. works at shitter too!
I will never get a MAC ever! They are evil corporate company that scam you to buy their products continually.
Is it clockwork your computer mate time for a new one.Quote:
Originally Posted by Master
Remember to breath parting with your money in PC world ask for a seat just in case you faint.
Also remember white five pound notes have not been legal tender for years good luck ask any money off for cash.😂
I just switched to a MAC a few years back after a lifetime of using PCs... and I'll never go back! They just make a superior product! MAC made me a believer!Quote:
Originally Posted by Master
But yes I agree they are a lame corporation! And I always thought Steve Jobs looked creepy in his stupid black turtle necks!
who the heck cares if they look creepy, as long as the products is good. same here i will never go back to PC. Mac is the new orangeQuote:
Originally Posted by vidgilI just switched to a MAC a few years back after a lifetime of using PCs... and I'll never go back! They just make a superior product! MAC made me a believer!Quote:
Originally Posted by Master
But yes I agree they are a lame corporation! And I always thought Steve Jobs looked creepy in his stupid black turtle necks!
Post the spec of your PC, now you cunt!
Never had a Mac but these iPhones are amazing I use it for 90 percent of my pc work
compaq windows vista 3GB memory intel core duo cpu (I do not know what all that means)
£550 PC World bought in 2007
Just get something new master it would probably cost you a couple hundred to fix though you might want to check it out but you can get something faster for a good price these days you really don't need to spend a lot of money on a decent computerQuote:
Originally Posted by Master
There is a lot of porn on it.Quote:
Originally Posted by walrusJust get something new master it would probably cost you a couple hundred to fix though you might want to check it out but you can get something faster for a good price these days you really don't need to spend a lot of money on a decent computerQuote:
Originally Posted by Master
Oh, just do what Hillary did and take a hammer to it. You don't need to trade it in.Quote:
Originally Posted by MasterThere is a lot of porn on it.Quote:
Originally Posted by walrusJust get something new master it would probably cost you a couple hundred to fix though you might want to check it out but you can get something faster for a good price these days you really don't need to spend a lot of money on a decent computerQuote:
Originally Posted by Master
malware finally caught up eh bud??? You really have to pace yourself
Keep the hard drive for sentimental reasons LOL.😂Quote:
Originally Posted by MasterThere is a lot of porn on it.Quote:
Originally Posted by walrusJust get something new master it would probably cost you a couple hundred to fix though you might want to check it out but you can get something faster for a good price these days you really don't need to spend a lot of money on a decent computerQuote:
Originally Posted by Master
My computer has died. Looking for a new one and they all recommend apple macs.
Cant think why an almost ten year old computer would be on the blink.
Complete mystery really.
You stupid cunt
I was going to stay up and watch the Movie v Ward fight but have to give it a miss now.
Computers should last more than 10 years. It is a scam from the computer companies.
Acer Aspire XC-704 23 Inch 8GB 3TB Desktop Monitor Bundle at Argos is by choice what do people think?
http://www.argos.co.uk/product/5458781
My computer is messed up too. Won't even play You Tube anymore and won't let browsers update so everything is off. I don't mind spending on something that will last me a decade.
My laptop is fucking riddled with STD's
Use protection.Quote:
Originally Posted by Batman
fuck that, bareback all the wayQuote:
Originally Posted by MasterUse protection.Quote:
Originally Posted by Batman
My computer is protected, but I think it is too protected. So much so that I cannot get anything done or use it for anything as every site is dodgy including Google. I think I will have to start again and eradicate politics so that the authorities leave me alone. I should just download porn like normal people do.
I can not get the computer I want! Bloody Black Friday!
I am desperate now, will get anything.
You forget how reliant you are with one. I have to set up all my accounts on it too. :(
Could not buy a computer as the ones I wanted were all sold out at Argos and Curry PC would not reduce their price until Black Friday.
I went to get the PC fixed instead.
I did not give him my password.:ziplip:
If the police come knocking at the door don't answer it
Dude my phone has more GBQuote:
Originally Posted by Master
I didn't think that people bothered with computers these days anyway, I people just used laptops now?
I haven't owned a proper computer for about 10 years.
I need DVD writer, big 3TB memory and lap tops do not do that
My laptop writes DVD's I think
Master a lot of laptops write dvd and have 2or 4 GB which should be fine you could even get 8gb. Seriously don't limit yourself
How much did your PC fix cost Master.
Given what you use a PC for it shouldnt be an issue, but the chip in that PC you posted a link to, is poo. The hard drive is a decent size but it's mechanical, an SSD is a must!
You are right the processor is rubbish so going for i5 or i7, I am going to spec up my own and get it built and more up to date but not had the quote for it yet.Quote:
Originally Posted by Memphis
I have paid £25 to get the computer checked and not had quote to fix it yet.
I am glad I have not rushed to get a computer now.
Buying a PC or laptop off the shelf is crap, you're always paying way over the odds.
Based on what you paid for your original PC something like this spec wise would see you right, although how they class that as a basic setup I dont know. It's a small form factor so if you're into gaming or your kids are and they want to stick a decent video card in it you're out of luck, a full tower would be your best bet.
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Again it's a mechanical drive, an SSD would be better.
For comparison. I just bought an i7 desktop off some muppet on gumtree, it came with 4gb RAM and a 500gb hard disk. I paid 30 quid for 16gb RAM and sold on the 4gb dimm for 15. I had a 120gb SSD already, I bought 2 for 25 quid. Its now a proper rapid workhorse that owes me 130 quid. It's not pretty, it's an ex corporate machine, but for what I want its a steal.
If you want to buy a new PC thats cool, but if you're trying to keep costs down I'd do this.
Stick with your old PC for now. Get it cleaned up, new paste on the chip. go to crucial.com and run the memory tool, see what ram you need and then go buy that ram from ebay, 8gb will do you. Pick up a cheap SSD, every Tom Dick and Harry are selling them for 20 quid a pop now (for 120gb). Install a moody copy of Windows on your SSD and use your existing disk as a data drive. You could do all that for around about 100 quid. the only money out of that 100 quid you wouldnt get back is what you spend on getting it cleaned up, the memory and SSD will hold its value if you sell it on in the not too distant future. You could do the PC clean up yourself, it's not rocket science.
They said to repair old one the Operating System needs re-booting £55 and they recommend another £30 on giving it a dust clean. Good value?
If it gives your PC a new lease of life for another 12 months then yeah 85 quid isnt too bad. Thing is though, they're charging you for stuff you could do yourself. For your 85 quid you could get...
SSD £20
8GB RAM £20
Legit copy of Windows 7 £10
Can of compressed air and thermal paste £10
and have £25 quid left to buy a PPV and a cheeky take-a-way
As long as you know one end of a screwdriver from the other and can follow instructions you should be good with sorting that lot out.