Time for new computer?
Jan 18, 2020 08:56:23 #
knoxworks
Loc: Western Mass.
I've heard a variety of opinions on when to replace a computer.
I currently use a Hewlett Packard Envy 700-230 Desktop. Intel CPU of 3.10 GHz. 8.0 GB Ram. Disk space: out of 2 TB 1.37 TB is free. (I also use a WD external drive.) It will be six years old in September.
Usually the machine is on for hours every day. I've never had a problem with it. My last HP computer lasted years until 2006 when I found out that it used a rare and expensive type of RAM that never caught on. It was more practical to build an Asus from a kit than buy more RAM.
Among the programs I run are Lightroom, Photoshop and Microsoft Office.
I'm loyal to HP because I've had printers, copiers, and even a 2 MP camera that all were heavily used and didn't fail.
All feedback will be appreciated!
I currently use a Hewlett Packard Envy 700-230 Desktop. Intel CPU of 3.10 GHz. 8.0 GB Ram. Disk space: out of 2 TB 1.37 TB is free. (I also use a WD external drive.) It will be six years old in September.
Usually the machine is on for hours every day. I've never had a problem with it. My last HP computer lasted years until 2006 when I found out that it used a rare and expensive type of RAM that never caught on. It was more practical to build an Asus from a kit than buy more RAM.
Among the programs I run are Lightroom, Photoshop and Microsoft Office.
I'm loyal to HP because I've had printers, copiers, and even a 2 MP camera that all were heavily used and didn't fail.
All feedback will be appreciated!
Jan 18, 2020 09:05:03 #
If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Just be sure you have a backup system for your external drive so you won’t lose anything it it fails.
Jan 18, 2020 09:11:00 #
knoxworks wrote:
I've heard a variety of opinions on when to replac... (show quote)
You may want to add more RAM if you can.
Jan 18, 2020 09:19:16 #
Jan 18, 2020 09:25:18 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
I don't feel so obsolete now. Since, my Lenovo laptop is 7 years old. You said it was more practical to build an Asus Kit, than to buy more RAM. Is it because you had a maximum upgrade for RAM, on that computer, that was less than what you wanted? Or, too expensive. My very first Laptop was manufactured by HP. Bought in 2009. It had some issues. Battery recall was one of them.
Jan 18, 2020 09:26:12 #
Go to https://www.crucial.com/. They have a Scan Computer that will automatically tell you how much memory your motherboard can use and offer a selection of memory to choose from. The downloaded program is an .exe executable so nothing is installed on your computer.
Jan 18, 2020 09:46:56 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
knoxworks wrote:
I've heard a variety of opinions on when to replac... (show quote)
Wow! Only 5 yrs old. You just might be the youngest member of UHH.
Jan 18, 2020 09:48:56 #
OlinBost
Loc: Marietta, Ga.
About a month ago one of our fellows told us that you can still get Windows 10 for free. Try using the following program from Microsoft. MediaCreationTool1909
Jan 18, 2020 09:54:53 #
Tomfl101 wrote:
If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Just be sure you have a backup system for your external drive so you won’t lose anything it it fails.
I only replace my computers when they go belly up.
Jan 18, 2020 10:16:26 #
nadelewitz
Loc: Ithaca NY
OlinBost wrote:
About a month ago one of our fellows told us that you can still get Windows 10 for free. Try using the following program from Microsoft. MediaCreationTool1909
Two different things here.
Yes, you can still upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10 for free. Home to Home or Professional/Ultimate to Professional. You need the License key for the legit 7 computer.
The Media Creation Tool is used to make Win 10 installation media (flash drive or ISO image) from a computer that HAS Windows 10 on it already. You can then install Win 10 on any computer if you have a license key, either a number or the computer already has a Digital Key registered with Microsoft.
Jan 18, 2020 10:50:41 #
knoxworks
Loc: Western Mass.
I'm getting lots of good feedback. Thank you!
I should mention that I do use Windows 10 and always install the updates.
It's cold outside but my Canon is calling.
I should mention that I do use Windows 10 and always install the updates.
It's cold outside but my Canon is calling.
Jan 18, 2020 11:40:40 #
MichaelH
Loc: NorCal via Lansing, MI
Your PC will support 16Gb of RAM according to Crucial's site @ $86 for a two x 8Gb kit.
https://www.crucial.com/usa/en/envy-700-230/CT8961890
Just check to make sure it is the right RAM by running their Scan Computer scanner. And this is assuming you currently have two 4Gb chips.
https://www.crucial.com/usa/en/envy-700-230/CT8961890
Just check to make sure it is the right RAM by running their Scan Computer scanner. And this is assuming you currently have two 4Gb chips.
Jan 18, 2020 13:09:32 #
armymsg wrote:
Go to https://www.crucial.com/. They have a Scan Computer that will automatically tell you how much memory your motherboard can use and offer a selection of memory to choose from. The downloaded program is an .exe executable so nothing is installed on your computer.
I only use Crucial RAM on all of my systems.
Jan 18, 2020 15:27:24 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
I only use Crucial RAM on all of my systems.
B&H Photo sells Crucial RAM, in their Computer's Section.
Jan 18, 2020 18:20:05 #
My previous computer lasted a good ten years before it went belly up.
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