Archive for the ‘Computers and Hardware’ Category

Used IBM pSeries become Affordable

Thursday, August 26th, 2010

With today’s unstable economies, the priorities of each and every company have shifted.  Gone are the days of carefree spending because now all items have to pass through the needle’s eye to get the approval for the purchase.  Companies have become stricter when it comes to spending so that profits and overhead expenses can be maintained. 

That is what is happening to us now.  Being in a department that is considered a cost-center, not all requests for purchase are approved.  That is why we have to look into other options when dealing with concerns on materials acquisition.  It is a blessing in disguise that a lot of stores selling used IBM pSeries servers and peripherals have sprouted.  This is the current setup that we have and purchasing brand new ones are automatically out of the question.

The IBM pSeries Servers that we have sourced out from this particular shop has been working in good condition since the day we plugged it into our network.  We have yet to encounter any problems with it.  I can say that we have found the best supplier for refurbished machines.

The TIMI and iSeries Server

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

The Technologically Independent Machine Interface or TIMI for short is included in the new breed of virtual instruction systems that is capable of processing data for shorter periods of time and with less glitch. It is the faster processor to date! If you’re thinking what this has to do with the IBM iSeries that a lot of companies are talking about these days, then the answer would be a lot.

The intricate and extensive design of the iSeries Server infrastructure is actually based on their platform or instructions system that was recently presented as the TIMI. With a processor as high-speed and durable as that, you can imagine how your iSeries Server can actually hold large amounts of information that it can actually store in a single file.

If you are interested in getting hold of one of these, you can consult a reliable IT technician about it or look it up on the Internet. You can buy if off as brand new or even get a second hand one for a relatively cheap price. This is truly a big business investment that you would not want to miss out on.

IBM Storage – When You Need to Get the Job Done Right

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

Computers changed the way we do things in the work place. It’s rarely an achievement these days when a person can finish two to three tasks in a day all at the same time. It’s this ability to multi-task that makes it such an essential tool in business, even in our personal lives.

But using computers means we create tons of data every day. Data that needs to be stored and must be easily accessible anytime needed. In the old days, paper was the choice to put all valuable information and they got stacked atop each other in gigantic cabinets that ate up a lot of space. Today, it’s common to see IBM Storage devices in offices instead of bulky steel cabinets. Not only do they save space, but they can last longer because of their protective casings.

IBM Tape Drives are prime examples of sturdy storage devices that we can use to back up data or record entries. They provide long term security to data and files and are easier to maintain than keeping cabinets of papers. Safe storage is essential in ensuring that the job gets done properly.

Quality and Affordability

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

I wanted to upgrade my computer desktops and accessories to the latest model.  However, with the current budget that I had, I knew I wouldn’t be able to afford to have the newest HP Parts.  I tried asking my friends and their network of friends if they were willing to buy my HP computer unfortunately, no one was interested since most of them like loved to have an up-to-date device.

It was such a good thing that I was able to hear about this particular store that trades in your Used HP computer parts and accessories.  I then searched through the web to look for more details.  There I saw that aside from trade in, they also sell refurbished and used IT assets.  For the devices and equipment that could no longer be refurbished they would dispose it in an environmental way that had passed the federal and state law that governs environment conservation.

My dilemma was over that instant.  I mailed to them my Used HP and was able to be provided with the latest model HP computer the following week.

The Dell Repair Contract Is Up For Renewal

Monday, January 4th, 2010

The dell repair contract that we had with the company has expired. I think that they want to renegotiate a new one but I have heard that they have raised their prices considerably this year. I wanted to use them again but think that I may need to start searching for a smaller dell repair company that is willing to deal, to have our business.

The company we used to have, had to have come out here at least ten times a month to repair something and each time we called them they charged us a trip charge. I would think that since we bought two new poweredge servers from them, they would be more likely to give us the prices we had before.

I am going to put all of my thoughts in a letter and then fax it over to the salesman who is in charge of our account over there and remind him of the great commission he made on the poweredge servers. I am hoping that he can set the prices or convince whoever is in charge that we deserve to have the prices from before or else we will have to take our business elsewhere.

Good Switch To Used Sun Equipment And Hardware

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

I started looking into which brand of computer equipment my office should switch to since we had not had any luck with the stuff we had currently. I wanted to make sure that there were plenty of repair men in the area who could fix the brand too.

I decided to order some used sun equipment to give it a try. I did not want to order new just in case it did not work out for us. I was shocked that the used sun equipment arrived so quickly after placing the order but it did. I found out from the technician that installed the used sun hardware that this brand was very well known for not having many repair problems. I asked him how he knew that and he told me that most of the offices in town have sun products and they hardly ever call for repairs, so it must be true.

I knew then that I could move forward with the buying of all new used sun hardware and not worry about a thing. It has been about six months since we switched completely over to used sun hardware in the office and there have been no problems thus far.

Finally An Office Using Used Dell Servers

Monday, December 21st, 2009

I was so happy to finally have found a company that understood that dell servers were the only way to go. I have been in the computer repair business for ten years now and most of my customers shy away from installing dell since it is a little more expensive to install initially. That has changed though, over the years with many companies offering used dell products.

This is not the case with the company that I serviced last week though, the owner knew the value and reputation that dell has been proven over and over again. He had installed some used dell computers in his offices and also some dell servers about five years ago and has not had a problem until now. I guess that his new secretary had spilled some coffee on his laptop and he was wondering if there was any way to retrieve the information from it or fix it somehow.

Since this was not something that I deal with every day, I had to call into the office to see if they could give me any suggestions. In the end, the laptop dried itself out and the man was able to use it again.

Cisco CISCO815-VPN-K9 815 Router – A perfect used Cisco router for all

Saturday, August 29th, 2009

Most companies have to buy routers at some point of time because it is literally impossible to conduct all sorts of business related tasks without connecting all computers to internet.

Routers are considered as the best option to provide easy internet access to all of the computers. But, it is a fact that you have to go through a lot of hassle to find one great router. However, if you are interested in getting a perfect router, consider buying Cisco CISCO815-VPN-K9 815 Router.

First off, it is crucial to mention that you can consider the option of used Cisco router as used Cisco CISCO815-VPN-K9 815 router is better than many. Actually, the reason behind the popularity of this model is the availability of several nice features. For instance, this router comes with hardware encryption along with 4 10/100BASE-T switch ports. Plus, you can enjoy 128 MB DRAM and 32 MB flash.

It is due to these amazing specifications that people love to buy this particular Cisco router. But, if you want to go for used Cisco router, try not to shop from a wrong site. A perfect option in this regard is to pay a visit to CiscoDealer.com. Soon after paying your first visit to this site you will realize that you have found a right site where quality products are available along with Cisco repair service. So, opt for the Cisco CISCO815-VPN-K9 815 Router and consider shopping from the aforementioned site to conduct business in a lot better way.

We Did Not Choose The Used Bladecenter

Thursday, August 27th, 2009

We were not sure if we should buy the used bladecenter server or the pseries server to put into our new dental practice. We were trying to be smart about every decision but did not know if a used bladecenter server was a wise choice over the brand new pseries servers that we had priced.

The used bladecenter server was about sixty percent less than the new one but if it did not work as well then we would be paying a repairman all the time. We decided to ask a friend of ours who had worked with computers for years. He explained that if we found a company that would back up their used server with a guarantee then we should just get it, because it would save us thousands.

He also told us that if we wanted to just have the peace of mind that the new pseries servers should not break down because it was brand new out of the box, then we should consider if the extra cost would be worth it to us.

In the end we decided to go with the peace of mind pseries servers since everything else in the practice would be new, we thought that it was just the wiser choice. We have not had any issues with it since installing it eight months ago.

I Need Used Sun Servers

Thursday, August 13th, 2009

I am looking to buy some used sun servers to part out. I run a computer supply company and am having trouble keeping the sun server parts in stock. I figured that if I could get some used sun servers that are just sitting and collecting dust in someone’s garage, then I could pull all the working parts off and have them on hand when they are needed.

I have done the same thing, with the used sun system boards and hard drives. I just buy them when people are ready to throw them away and pull all of the parts off that are still working. It has saved me time and money by keeping my inventory full.

I even have put ads in local newspapers telling people not to throw away those old computer pieces. I will buy them from them and still be able to make a good amount of money on each of the parts I sell to repairmen. I usually get about twenty calls a day from repairmen trying to find different parts to use to fix whatever they are working on for the day.

This is why I need to find used sun servers and some used sun system boards to part out, before my inventory runs out. If I do not have the part they need, then they will go to some other supply company and I cannot afford to lose any customers.