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    do you have to put together your compal notebook?

    Discussion in 'Other Manufacturers' started by archaic, Sep 6, 2006.

  1. archaic

    archaic Notebook Consultant

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    If i order from one of the resellers in the faq will I have to compile everything myself?
     
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    Quix Notebook Geek

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    You could, if you choose too buy it barebone (save money). Though while I know for sure the Hel80 is available barebone I'm not sure about the HGL30. Most places will build it for you though.
     
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    archaic Notebook Consultant

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    would most resellers put it together for you so that it'll come shipped to you looking just like a notebook you would buy at best buy, compusa, etc?
     
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    Quix Notebook Geek

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    Of course. I got my HGL30 from powernotebooks and they only offer it assembled (well, as far as I know). I could have used mine out of the box if I had chosen to have an OS installed on it. Any other reseller that puts it together will have it delivered good to go as well like a retail notebook.
     
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    chrisyano Hall Monitor NBR Reviewer

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    Yes, the system will come to you fully assembled. I don't really recommend you build your own as for the small amount of money you will save, you will also inherit a few problems like finding compatible parts and juggling multiple warranties.
     
    chrisyano, Sep 6, 2006
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