Ordering the custom built computers
Computer is a Modular system | Objects of Customization inside computer case | Objects of Customization outside computer case | Computer Systems | Opportunity of Customization | How to order the Custom built computer
Computer is a Modular system: A modern computer is a modular system, made up of several compatible industry-standard components. This modularity allows to assemble (to build) computers very fast and with special tools very easyly in any conditions such as in the store or in the warehouse. To buy the custom built computer from desktop or laptop (notebook) product lines, customized for your needs, you must choose its modules (parts) out of a list of options. Number and types of customized modules can be different for different types of computers. The computer modules can be internal and external. Changing external and several internal modules is called customization (upgrading). Some modules can be issued as series. Remember only that all computer modules must be compatible. Below, we will describe the main options for computer customization.
Objects of Customization inside a computer case: Main objects of customization inside of computer case are: processor (CPU) of different types and speed, RAM, sometimes HDD and CD/DVD drives. To determine what type processor you need, value of speed, size of RAM, and capacity of HDD you can use, examine the Requirement analysis described on the previous step. You can also find a very useful comparative information about the different kinds of CPU at www.cpuscorecard.com.
Objects of Customization outside a computer case (Peripheral equipment): For any customization, is very important to know the features and performances of computer peripheral equipment. You can find a description of the different kinds of the computer equipment at the page Computer hardware peripheral and its sub pages.
Opportunity of Customization: Sometimes you will see an Advertisement such as " Company "X" offers to customize the computers you have chosen". But some companies can do it also within the purchasing process. Usually it is free, but other times the company may just suggest a discount. Below is an example of what our Computer Giants can offer regarding the customization of Home/Home office desktops.
· - option only for customized computer, · - two options , ·- more than 2 options
| Object of Customization | Dell | IBM | Gateway | HP | Compaq | Apple |
Type of processor/speed |
· | · | · -for series | · | · | · |
| Memory | · | · | · | · |
· | · |
| Hard drive | · | · | · | · | · | |
| CD/DVD drives | · | · |
· | · | · | |
| CD/DVD burner | · | · | · | · | ||
| Storage device/external | · | · | · | · | ||
| BackUp drive/Zip | · | · | · | |||
| Keyboard | · | · | · | · | · | · |
| Pointing device-mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc | · | · | · | · | · | |
| Graphic adapter/video card | · | · | · | · | ||
| Modem | · | · | · | · | · | |
| Monitor | · | · | · | · | ||
| Dual monitor support | · | |||||
| Scanners/multifunction | · | · |
· | · | ||
| Printer | · | · | · | · | · | · |
| Audio (sound cards, speakers) | · | · | · | · | · | · |
| Digital camera /camcorder | · | · |
· | · | · | |
| Network card/components | · | · | · | · | ||
| USB adapter | · | · | · | |||
| Accessories | · | · | · | · | · | · |
| Software -operating system | · | · |
· | · | · | · |
| Software-packages | · | · |
· | · | · | · |
| Surge/power protectors | · | · | · | · | ||
| Limited warranty programs | · | · | · | · | · | · |
| Training services | · | · | · | |||
| Installation/support services | · | · | · | · | ||
| Internet service | · | · | ||||
| Gambling devices | · | |||||
| Broadband Sharing Solution | · | · -Airport |
Note: Because any provider can change its policy of customizing, or because customization for different computer series can be different, data in the above table may be considered only as a sample of opportunities.
Any custom built computer is thoroughly tested and is as reliable as any other computer on the store shelf. . All vendors of custom built computers have the good warranty programs.
How to order the Custom built computer:
Usually, the Custom Building Process can be done online by filling out a form and selecting components from a list of drop-down menus. User must usually choose among the following options:
base model or name of computer family (series)
type of processor
speed of processor (sometimes both - type of processor and speed are tied)
memory (RAM)
capacity of hard drive
type of CD/DVD drives or backup (zip) drives
type of graphical or sound cards
peripheral equipment and accessories
operating system (OS) and software bundle
warranties and post purchasing services, and so on.
The giant vendors have on their sites tools as guides or assistants that help to find the custom built solution very easily.
You can follow these next few steps to order your Custom built computer:
Choose the computer company
Choose a base computer or a computer series
Find and click the button like "Customize" or " Built for You"
Fill out all the options from the drop-down menus
Evaluate the total cost. If cost is not affordable, search your options several times until you receive an affordable variant for comparison (either inside of series or among computers of other series).
Through your comparison of 3-4 variants, choose the best computer for you
Make your order.
If you need additional software or network equipment for your chosen computer, try the next options:
Choosing the best software
Choosing the best peripherals
