Potential Hot Deal on AMD CPU/Mobo/XP x64 Combo

[Crucial]

RISE from your slumber old thread, RISE!

 

[Krakn3Dfx]

Could they have gone out of their way anymore to avoid hitting the midwest?

 

[Chucko]

Originally posted by: Krakn3Dfx
Could they have gone out of their way anymore to avoid hitting the midwest?

They are going to KC. How can you get more midwest than that?

 

[HeroOfPellinor]

Originally posted by: Chucko

Originally posted by: Krakn3Dfx
Could they have gone out of their way anymore to avoid hitting the midwest?

They are going to KC. How can you get more midwest than that?

Omaha

 

[amdmaxx]

Server bundle:
AMD Opteron Dual-Core Processor, Model 165
Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 Premium Edition
TYAN Motherboard S2865G2NR
$650

Desktop bundle:
AMD Athlon 64 4000+ Processor
Microsoft Windows XP Professional OS
MSI Motherboard K8NGM2-NBP NVidia C51 NBP chipset
Creative Labs Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeMusic Sound card - SB 0460
$410

 

[Darkstar757]

It is now time to register for the AMD/Microsoft Tech Tour near you!

Don?t miss this excellent occasion to learn first hand about some of the most exciting and innovative offerings from AMD and Microsoft. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to network with other professionals, and explore the potential of AMD64 technology and preview Microsoft Windows Vista and the 2007 Microsoft Office system.

By registering to attend the AMD/Microsoft Tech Tour, you will have the opportunity to buy the two exceptional bundles offered only to Solution Providers who register and attend the show.

To register to attend the AMD/Microsoft Tech Tour, click here.
Desktop Bundle [4 pieces]
Desktop Bundle [4 pieces]
» AMD Athlon 64 4000+ Processor
»

Microsoft Windows XP Professional OS
» MSI Motherboard K8NGM2-NBP NVidia C51 NBP chipset
» Creative Labs Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeMusic Sound card - SB 0460

**$410.00 [Suggested Retail Price over $700.00]
AMD Commercial Stable Image Platform

Server Bundle [3 pieces]
Server Bundle [3 pieces]
» AMD Opteron Dual-Core Processor, Model 165
»

Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003
Premium Edition
» TYAN Motherboard S2865G2NR

**$650.00 [Suggested Retail Price over $1,500.00]


Well I wont be going this year.

AMD these prices SUCK!

 

[Karsten]

Originally posted by: Darkstar757
.....

Well I wont be going this year.

AMD these prices SUCK!

Here are the same items from Newegg (Software was added as OEM):

MSI K8NGM2-NBP Socket 939 NVIDIA GeForce 6150 Micro ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail
Microsoft Windows XP Professional With SP2 With Multilingual Single Pack - OEM
AMD Athlon 64 4000+ San Diego 1GHz HT Socket 939 Processor Model ADA4000BNBOX - Retail
Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeMusic 7.1 Channels PCI Interface Sound Card - Retail

$690.81

AMD Event Price:
$410.00



Server Bundle:
TYAN S2865G2NR Socket 939 NVIDIA nForce4 core-logic ATX Server Motherboard - Retail
AMD Opteron 165 Denmark 1GHz HT Socket 939 Dual Core Processor Model OSA165CDBOX - Retail
Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 Premium w/SP1 5 Cals - OEM

$1,560.91

AMD Event Price:
$650.00

Are they great prices... not sure. From the look of it you pay retail for the hardware and get the Software for Free.

 

[SuperSix]

These bundles are a good - my resale sell price on the first bundle is about $685.00

Also - FYI, from AMD's email:

**THIS BUNDLE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR SOLUTION PROVIDERS/SYSTEM BUILDERS. AMD AND MICROSOFT REQUIRE A TAX ID TO QUALIFY FOR THIS OR ANY TECH TOUR BUNDLE.

 

[ericlp]

I may have gone ... But in Eugene oregon I'd have to take some time off for one...

At almost 3 bucks a gallon looks like it would cost about 140 bucks in gas round trip... Not to mention I'd want to stay over night. Since for me driving all that way....

It would be around 160-180 bucks depending if you had to get parking etc...etc... Then have a really bad back from driving all day and night...

Nah...... If there was a portland event like last time I could see going I guess.

Good Luck to all selling the NFRS copy of Windows 2003 server... Last time there was a crap load on ebay as I am sure there will be again...

 

[amdmaxx]

What exactly do they do with that tax id?

Originally posted by: SuperSix
These bundles are a good - my resale sell price on the first bundle is about $685.00

Also - FYI, from AMD's email:

**THIS BUNDLE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR SOLUTION PROVIDERS/SYSTEM BUILDERS. AMD AND MICROSOFT REQUIRE A TAX ID TO QUALIFY FOR THIS OR ANY TECH TOUR BUNDLE.

 

[Yoshi911]

I'm looking for the LINK!!! to regester for the tour, Anyone know were info about it is??? I can't get my hands on any real info whatsoever

 

[goofy4ever]

2 methods:

1. Receive a direct email invite from AMD (if you attended last year); or

2. go here: www.marketbuilder3.com
a. create an account as a solutions provider (you need a tax id)
b. wait for the account approval (2-3 days)
c. when approved and log back in and you will see a link for the 2006 tour
d. sign up for the event, wait for the passcode <10 min) , repeat c, the enter passcode info then purchase!

 

[wc0000]

or you can just goto

https://www.marketbuilder2.com/techtour2006intro.aspx

 

[Yoshi911]

sweet, regestered..needa get the cash for the PC now.. 😛

 

[akugami]

Getting a business tax ID is not a problem for me...I actually handle most of the computer problems at my work place. My bro also runs a business as does my dad. However, the bundles just suck. I don't need the server bundle and after reselling everything in it but keeping the processor, I might as well just buy an Opteron 165 from places like Newegg, considering gas + time wasted going there and the hassle of reselling the parts I don't need. As for the desktop bundle, why no Athlon64 X2 3800+? The rest of the reasons for my disliking the desktop bundle are pretty much the same as the server bundle.