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Computer Companies

#245
From: pv9955
Date: Wed, 22 Jul 1992 05:38
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Thank you to all who replied to my question about FastMicro, and their 386-40.
From the information I've received, I have decided NOT to buy from FastMicro
and would like to ask suggestions on alternate companied.
My first and foremost concern is Longevity.  I want to buy from a reputable
company that will still be there several years down the line.
Given the choice, I would get a Dell, Northgate, or Zeos.  But I cannot 
afford those big names.  I already have a Gateway, and would definately buy
another Gateway, but I am looking for a better value.

I would like:
386-40 or BETTER
8 MB RAM
130 MB Hard drive or bigger
ET4000 video
15" monitor (Mag Colorview 15" or comparable)
both floppies
8 exp slots, 4+ drive bays
mini-tower or baby AT case w/ 200w power supply

Companies that I would be interested in are Standard, Centrix, KeyData, HD
and any other comparable companies.  I am not interested in any local brands
that sell outrageously cheap computers, or buying at a computer fair.
I want service and reliablity.  No fly-by-night companies.
What do people have to offer?  Any responses would be greatly appreciated.

(Oh yeah, I am trying to keep the price around $1800 or less -- I might have
to settle for a 14" monitor)

Thank you,
Peter Volpe
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