Hello All, I’m new to this forum so please excuse my feeble questions! I’ve repaired and diagnosed computer issues and software related issues better than most, but am at no level here at this forum.
I purchased a 2012, Dell XPS Studio 9100. It’s served me well. I maintain it well including blowing out the chassis and power supply yearly, No failures and I have the latest Win 10. Of course Microsoft says it’s not Win11 capable( I’ve read its requirements and this current model looks like it could handle it). A few years ago, at a local thrift store, I came across a ABS computer that had a brushed aluminum case with extruded aluminum front. It was stunning and it was even more well built internally. ABS had no history but I can basically date it because of WinXP sticker which dates between 200-2006 or so? It was capable of loading and running Win 10. What impressed me was its sturdy construction and for its time, it’s leading edge components.
My Dell XPS Studio is nicely built too. I went to some reviews of the new Dell XPS series and a prestigious computer mag said it was pricey but they noted the physically, it’s chassis was flimsy, considering it’s asking price. Anyway,, here is my question. I need help picking a pre-made computer that will possibly fit these specs : Win 11 installed, a beefy chassis will expandability. At least 24 GB ram like what I have now. Currently I hav two 1 TB WD hd’s. The XPS Studio 9100 had two drive bays and I have to recordable blue ray drives ( I haven’t found Any chassis that has that 2 bay capability. I’m not a gamer and don’t over-clock or need water cooled GPU’s. I’ve always found the later might deliver performance, but long term durability is usually is always going to be an issue. HD tech has gone to solid state and I need advice as to their durability.
I basically asking for advise. I’ve looked at ABS Gladiator’, Corsair One’s & Dell’s Alienware R13’s. All are more than I’ll ever need or want for a long term use product! If someone can pass along some advice, I would deeply appreciate all responses. Again, I apologize, if I’m in the wrong forum category in advance! Thank you!
I purchased a 2012, Dell XPS Studio 9100. It’s served me well. I maintain it well including blowing out the chassis and power supply yearly, No failures and I have the latest Win 10. Of course Microsoft says it’s not Win11 capable( I’ve read its requirements and this current model looks like it could handle it). A few years ago, at a local thrift store, I came across a ABS computer that had a brushed aluminum case with extruded aluminum front. It was stunning and it was even more well built internally. ABS had no history but I can basically date it because of WinXP sticker which dates between 200-2006 or so? It was capable of loading and running Win 10. What impressed me was its sturdy construction and for its time, it’s leading edge components.
My Dell XPS Studio is nicely built too. I went to some reviews of the new Dell XPS series and a prestigious computer mag said it was pricey but they noted the physically, it’s chassis was flimsy, considering it’s asking price. Anyway,, here is my question. I need help picking a pre-made computer that will possibly fit these specs : Win 11 installed, a beefy chassis will expandability. At least 24 GB ram like what I have now. Currently I hav two 1 TB WD hd’s. The XPS Studio 9100 had two drive bays and I have to recordable blue ray drives ( I haven’t found Any chassis that has that 2 bay capability. I’m not a gamer and don’t over-clock or need water cooled GPU’s. I’ve always found the later might deliver performance, but long term durability is usually is always going to be an issue. HD tech has gone to solid state and I need advice as to their durability.
I basically asking for advise. I’ve looked at ABS Gladiator’, Corsair One’s & Dell’s Alienware R13’s. All are more than I’ll ever need or want for a long term use product! If someone can pass along some advice, I would deeply appreciate all responses. Again, I apologize, if I’m in the wrong forum category in advance! Thank you!
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