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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SUPPORTED MEDIA
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SUPPORTED MEDIA
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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