Gateway GT5028 Refurbished AMD Desktop PC - AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800(Dual-Core) 2GHz, 1GB DDR, 250GB HDD, DVD RW DL, DVD-Rom, Flash Reader, nVIDIA GeForce 6100 Integrated, Windows XP Media Center

Gateway GT5028 Refurbished AMD Desktop PC - AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800(Dual-Core) 2GHz, 1GB DDR, 250GB HDD, DVD RW DL, DVD-Rom, Flash Reader, nVIDIA GeForce 6100 Integrated, Windows XP Media Center
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$550.00
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Product Description

Gateway GT5028 Refurbished AMD Desktop PC. This powerful genuine Gateway GT5028 Media Center PC combines a blazing fast AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800 Dual-Core 2GHz processor, 1GB (1024MB) of sizzling quick DDR(PC-3200) memory, and a gigantic 250GB 7200 RPM hard drive that will store a virtual universe of multimedia goodies. With integrated nVidia GeForce 6100 graphics … you’ll be mesmerized by the most vividly realistic graphics you have ever seen! This magnificent machine runs on Windows’ brand new XP Media Center Edition 2005…light years more advanced, intuitive and magical than any other operating system on Earth ... the perfect system to take full advantage of the unprecedented features of this wonderful PC.

Photos, Music and Home Videos—Your Way The GT5028 PC comes with an onboard Dual-Layer DVD±RW burner… you can record up to 8.5GB of sensational video per disc, nearly double the previous standard and watch it on the DVD-Rom drive! Also at your command… an internal multi-format Flash Media Card Reader to grab all your digital files at incredible speeds! Showcase your personal photos and home videos the way they were meant to be seen! Not only is it easy to import your digital photography, you can even touch them up for a professional appearance and create your own instant slideshow presentations, complete with music and special video effects. Or get creative with home movies using Microsoft Windows Movie Maker 2.1, with over 100 transitions and effects. And what better way to archive your photos and movies than with your own personal media library? Collect, store and organize your personal memories and burn to a CD or DVD so you can share your treasures with friends and family.

Internal Flash Media Reader! This incredibly accessible media reader provides lightning fast digital transfer for CompactFlash, MicroDrive, MemoryStick, MemoryStick Pro, xD, SmartMedia, MultiMedia and SecureDigital cards. Easy access front ports! Easily accessible front video and audio inputs including firewire for video capture, mic/line in and lineout/headphone. Plus, 2 convenient USB ports for flash memory cards, digital cameras, and other USB devices. BTX Form Factor! BTX Technology achieves a cooler environment within the computer using a patent-pending wind tunnel and improved fan cooling system. This effectively cools the processor, graphics adapter, memory and chipset. BTX systems have better hard drive and fan reliability, less power consumption, and less noise than comparable ATX configurations.



Specifications

Operating Systems: Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005

Platform: PC

Orientations Allowed: Vertical

Form Factor: Tower uBTX

Bays: 2 - 5.25" Drive Bays 1 - 3.5" Drive Bays

Internal Bays: 3 - 3.5" Drive Bays

Available 3.5" Drive Bays: 2

PCI Slots (Total): 2

PCI Slots (Available): 1

PCI Express X1 Slots (Total): 1

PCI Express X1 Slots (Available): 1

PCI Express X16 Slots (Total): 1

PCI Express X16 Slots (Available): 1

PCI Express Slots (Total): 2

PCI Express Slots (Available): 2

Expansion Slots: 4

PS/2 Keyboard Connectors: 1

PS/2 Mouse Connectors: 1

Parallel Ports: 1

USB Ports: 7

FireWire Ports: 3

LAN Ports: 1

Audio Out Jacks: 2

Line In Jacks: 1

Microphone Jacks: 2

VGA Ports: 1

Processor Brand: AMD

Processor Class: Athlon 64 X2

Processor Number: 3800

Processor Speed: 2.00GHz

Processor Interface: Socket 939

Processors Supported: 1

Processors Onboard: 1

Additional Technologies: HyperTransport Technology Dual-Core Technology

Memory Type: DDR

Memory Size: 512MB

Total Memory: 1.0GB

Memory Speed: DDR 400 (PC-3200)

Memory Slots (Total): 4

Memory Slots (Available): 2

Maximum Memory Supported: 4.0GB

Interface: EIDE

Capacity: 250GB

Speed: 7,200RPM

REVIEW BY: slcastlebe Reviewed Jun 19, 2007 I have had the computer for about two to three weeks now. It runs great. Only setback is the 128 megs of RAM taken by the graphics card. Have not used the TV tuner that came with mine, but FM reception is great. I finally have a computer that my antivirus doesn't slow down!

REVIEW BY: PaulL Reviewed Jun 07, 2007 So far, so good. Very fast, very quiet. I am running Windows XP Media Edition along with Ubuntu 7.04 64-bit version. The TV output was jerky on the Media Edition boot, until I loaded the latest processor drivers from AMD. Now it runs flawlessly. Excellent value, highly recommended!

REVIEW BY: chadderbox Reviewed Jan 08, 2007 This desktop computer is a must for users not wanting a high priced top of the line computer but with all the bells and whistles of one and the performance is above average! I ran it on a computer rating system and it finished in the top 5 every time simply awesome for the money !! and the amd processor is tops for just a 3800.

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Limited Warranty

This Item's Warranty is: - 3 Months Parts - 3 Months Labor

Warranty provided by - Gateway

Protect your product from the high cost of repairs:

A WaCa Service Plan extends the life of your product and makes repairs as easy as 1, 2, 3:

1. With the WaCa OnSite/Express Repair Plan all repairs are conducted at your home or office OR they'll pick up your defective product, repair it at an authorized service center and return the repaired item to your door.

2. Our WaCa Product Replacement Plan, for products under $500 and refurbished Laptops, guarantees you a new product or full reimbursement if yours fails - for one to two full years after the manufacturer's warranty expires depending on the length of the plan purchased!

3.Depot Service: If you purchased a Depot Service plan your product must be shipped to a service location for repair (e.g. printers, digital cameras, etc.) If Your Contract has Depot Service, servicer will pay the shipping charges to and from the designated service location. For new Laptops 3-Way shipping and a shipping container are provided to and from a depot servicer of our choice. All shipping costs are covered under the Contract. This Contract covers LCD Screens.

4. Request repairs by phone 24 hours a day 7 days a week! You can even check the status of your repair and shipping around-the-clock!

Benefits of a WaCa Service Plan

First and foremost, round-the-clock service Need to request a repair or replacement? Simply call toll free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. That's it! You have just initiated the fastest repair process available today.

On-Site Service Our On-Site Protection Plan provides service at your home or workplace for select products. You will be instructed to call the Support Line toll-free at 1-888-969-2260 to arrange for a convenient service time.

Door-to-Door service With our Express Repair Plan we'll pickup your defective product from your home or workplace, fix it at an authorized service center, and return the repaired item to you.

Product Replacement Plan For all eligible products under $500, if your product fails to operate properly for any covered reason, you'll receive a new replacement product!

Service Everywhere Provides coverage across all states excluding Alaska and Hawaii.

No Lemon Guarantee If the authorized service center indicates that your product is beyond economical repair or fails to function properly for the third time, you will receive a new replacement product!

Fully Insured for Peace of Mind All WaCa Service Plans are fully insured by a major U.S. Insurance Company rated A+ or better by AM Best. This guarantees that any and all repair and service claims will be covered.

For more information, please view our Benefits, FAQs and Extended Service Plan Terms and Conditions.

Gateway GT5028 Refurbished AMD Desktop PC - AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800(Dual-Core) 2GHz, 1GB DDR, 250GB HDD, DVD RW DL, DVD-Rom, Flash Reader, nVIDIA GeForce 6100 Integrated, Windows XP Media Center

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HP L1706 17" LCD Monitor - 8ms, 500:1, SXGA 1280x1024, Silver-Black, D-sub, 300 cd/m², ECO Friendly
HP L1706 17" LCD Monitor - 8ms, 500:1, SXGA 1280x1024, Silver-Black, D-sub, 300 cd/m², ECO Friendly
HP L1706 500:1 Contrast 1280x1024 LCD Monitor One of the newest additions to HP's redesigned line of entry-level flat panel monitors, the HP L1706 Flat Panel Monitor delivers high resolutions and business-class quality in a 17-inch flat panel monitor at a highly competitive price. The HP L1706 monitor displays brilliant text and graphics with a maximum 1280 x 1024 resolution, which allows you to view more data and applications simultaneously. Wide 140-degree viewing angles enable monitor viewing from various positions without compromising image quality. The combination of typical brightness levels (300 nits) and contrast ratio (500:1) produces sharp, crisp text and images, while fast response times provide superior clarity for moving images.

17" Viewable Screen Size The HP L1706 monitor displays brilliant text and graphics with a maximum 1280 x 1024 resolution, which allows you to view more data and applications simultaneously. Gameplay is also enhanced by 500:1 contrast ratio which produces sharp, crisp images. 8ms Response Time Response time is the length of time (expressed in milliseconds),that it takes an LCD screen to go from gray-to-gray, an important factor in viewing moving images (movies, games, etc). The lower the response time (2ms, for example) the better the viewing experience. VGA Input This standard video format provides excellent image quality. Time-tested and reliable. Specifications

Display Type: TFT LCD

Viewable Screen Size: 17 inches

Pixel Pitch: 0.264 mm

Vertical Refresh Rate: 56 ~ 76Hz

Horizontal Frequency: 30 ~ 83kHz

Input Video Signal: 15-pin D-sub

Contrast Ratio: 500:1

Brightness: 300 cd/m²

Horizontal Viewing Angle: 140 degrees

Vertical Viewing Angle: 130 degrees

Maximum Resolution: 1280 x 1024

Cabinet Color: Silver/Black

VESA Mounting Compliant: VESA 100mm

Unit Dimensions (WxHxD): 14.8" x 13.0" x 2.5"

Dimensions With Stand: 14.8" x 15.6" x 8.0"

Unit Weight: 10.1 lbs.

Power Consumption: 33W



Features

Easy to set up and use: Plug and Play convenience offers easy setup and maintenance; a wide range of icon-based on-screen display (OSD) controls allows quick customization of the display to match user preferences. A full range of tilt settings helps users find their personal comfort zone. Assured compatibility: HP monitors undergo extensive testing for performance, reliability, and durability to help ensure guaranteed out-of-the-box compatibility with HP business PCs, workstations, notebooks, and thin clients. When you purchase an HP monitor with an HP system, you get end-to-end product serviceability and support with one phone call. Environmental considerations: HP monitors meet stringent worldwide environmental, ergonomic, ecological and recycling standards, including Energy Star and TCO. HP compliance with international and local regulations around the world is part of our ongoing commitment to growing environmental concerns and regulatory requirements of global markets. Lightweight, flexible design: A fully detachable base makes this monitor easy to mount, and the slim, stylish, lightweight profile simplifies handling and portability.

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REVIEW BY: Doc Reviewed May 23, 2007 Absolutely beautiful display when first plugged in, no dead pixels. Easiest adjustments for personal preferences I have used. Add the #30 rebate - can't be beat. Another GREAT deal from the Tiger

REVIEW BY: sniffles Reviewed Apr 11, 2007 A vast improvement from my crt. Shipped to me in rapid speed. Will shop here again, & again. Great price. Will relay this to my brother.

REVIEW BY: RLG Reviewed Apr 02, 2007 Great monitor for the price. Just plugged it in and away we go! Super fast shipping too. Ordered it on a Sunday, got it on Tuesday.

REVIEW BY: Bloke Reviewed Dec 29, 2006 Excellent LCD, this is my 2nd HP..No dead pixels,Excellent display & nice looking cabinet. You can't go wrong with this one..Tiger direct did a GREAT job getting it to me in a couple of days!!Almost forgot nice rebate with it also!!

REVIEW BY: billg Reviewed Nov 27, 2006 I bought on of these monitor's about a year ago. It works perfect out of the box and still is perfect. I just wish the price was as cheap then, but still got a $50 rebate. You can't go wrong with this one, great specs with a name thats been around and you can trust. Highly recommend- 10 Stars

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Limited Warranty

This Item's Warranty is: - 36 Months Parts - 36 Months Labor

Warranty provided by - HP / Compaq
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