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Choose an operating system suitable for a new PC for grandma.

Choose an operating system suitable for a new PC for grandma.

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MrBertr4m
Member
162
08-24-2017, 09:09 PM
#1
Hi, I’m setting up a new PC for your grandma and have everything ready. I’ll shop during Black Friday and hope Windows is under $100 or it will run OS X instead. Here’s what I have:

- CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core ($226.71)
- Motherboard: Biostar B85MG Micro ATX LGA1150 ($66.98)
- RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 ($55.23)
- Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM ($57.71)
- Case: Fractal Design Core 1100 MicroATX Mini Tower ($37.99)
- Power Supply: Antec Basiq 350W ATX ($37.86)
- Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0 DVD/CD Writer ($17.94)

Total comes to $500.42, which is just under your $600 budget. Prices include shipping and taxes, and discounts apply when available. I’m aiming for Windows under $100 so it stays within your plan. If you can get a Mac OS X version, that would be great too. Thanks for all the support!
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MrBertr4m
08-24-2017, 09:09 PM #1

Hi, I’m setting up a new PC for your grandma and have everything ready. I’ll shop during Black Friday and hope Windows is under $100 or it will run OS X instead. Here’s what I have:

- CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core ($226.71)
- Motherboard: Biostar B85MG Micro ATX LGA1150 ($66.98)
- RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 ($55.23)
- Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM ($57.71)
- Case: Fractal Design Core 1100 MicroATX Mini Tower ($37.99)
- Power Supply: Antec Basiq 350W ATX ($37.86)
- Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0 DVD/CD Writer ($17.94)

Total comes to $500.42, which is just under your $600 budget. Prices include shipping and taxes, and discounts apply when available. I’m aiming for Windows under $100 so it stays within your plan. If you can get a Mac OS X version, that would be great too. Thanks for all the support!

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Hidekih
Posting Freak
849
08-26-2017, 04:45 PM
#2
I acquired a Windows 8.1 Pro copy from that site over seven months ago, and everything functions smoothly.
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Hidekih
08-26-2017, 04:45 PM #2

I acquired a Windows 8.1 Pro copy from that site over seven months ago, and everything functions smoothly.

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TempLate_YT
Senior Member
424
09-16-2017, 04:34 AM
#3
I'll retrieve the OXS version for you. It's a more user-friendly OS with a simpler interface.
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TempLate_YT
09-16-2017, 04:34 AM #3

I'll retrieve the OXS version for you. It's a more user-friendly OS with a simpler interface.

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Smythers47
Junior Member
6
09-16-2017, 06:14 AM
#4
r/microsoftsoftwareswap and g2a.com are both quite dependable.
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Smythers47
09-16-2017, 06:14 AM #4

r/microsoftsoftwareswap and g2a.com are both quite dependable.

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OkKid
Member
61
09-17-2017, 01:51 PM
#5
I wonder if it works together. She owns a vintage version of Photoshop 7 from her university days, and she’s keen to preserve it.
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OkKid
09-17-2017, 01:51 PM #5

I wonder if it works together. She owns a vintage version of Photoshop 7 from her university days, and she’s keen to preserve it.

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PANDAANDHUMAN
Member
116
09-27-2017, 05:10 AM
#6
Sure, I'll make sure to clarify that if any adjustments affect the payment. Would you like me to confirm the details?
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PANDAANDHUMAN
09-27-2017, 05:10 AM #6

Sure, I'll make sure to clarify that if any adjustments affect the payment. Would you like me to confirm the details?

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Lordhippomort
Junior Member
3
09-28-2017, 08:09 PM
#7
A system can prevent running an operating system by disabling it through configuration, settings, or hardware restrictions.
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Lordhippomort
09-28-2017, 08:09 PM #7

A system can prevent running an operating system by disabling it through configuration, settings, or hardware restrictions.

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ItaWarriorYT
Junior Member
2
10-18-2017, 07:40 PM
#8
The video was created specifically for Macs and is not intended for custom PCs. It’s designed by Apple for Mac users only.
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ItaWarriorYT
10-18-2017, 07:40 PM #8

The video was created specifically for Macs and is not intended for custom PCs. It’s designed by Apple for Mac users only.

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AlbyKursal
Junior Member
49
10-18-2017, 10:11 PM
#9
I think the main problems with OS X compatibility come from drivers. I’d look into Tonymacx86 for more information on hackintoshops and hardware compatibility.
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AlbyKursal
10-18-2017, 10:11 PM #9

I think the main problems with OS X compatibility come from drivers. I’d look into Tonymacx86 for more information on hackintoshops and hardware compatibility.

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Mimfort
Junior Member
38
10-22-2017, 12:27 PM
#10
I discovered a Windows 7 Pro version for just $20, which seems to mean the problem is resolved. That resource was really helpful.
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Mimfort
10-22-2017, 12:27 PM #10

I discovered a Windows 7 Pro version for just $20, which seems to mean the problem is resolved. That resource was really helpful.