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Compaq Deskpro EN 6550+

  

Compaq Deskpro EN 6550+


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PRO: Exceptional graphics, new Pentium III-550 processor
CON: Pricey, Fair reliability score


One of first PIII-550s we've tested, Compaq's $3119 Deskpro EN 6550+ debuts as the most expensive system on our chart. However, the premium price gets you impressive speed, top-notch components, and some unique features.

If you need ultrahigh-resolution graphics, the Deskpro is a good choice. With a PC WorldBench score of 300, it's fast enough to run graphics-intensive programs smoothly. The system includes a roomy 22GB hard drive, one of the biggest we've seen, and its 19-inch monitor supports razor-sharp text and graphics at resolutions as high as 1600 by 1200, making it ideal for sophisticated design work.

The Deskpro EN 6550+ offers tool-free case removal and access to the interior that may remind you of a copier: Quick-release latches get you inside, where everything is color-coded. The expansion card cage rises to let the system board slide out. The drive cage tilts from the chassis, and the drives don't require rails or brackets. If such an easy-open system raises security concerns, the Deskpro's Smart Cover Lock lets you control access via software over a network.

In PC World's recent Reliability and Service survey, readers rated the reliability of Compaq's systems as just Fair. The company backs its systems with a three-year parts and one-year labor warranty, and free 24-hour support. When we called, Compaq's technical reps gave us so-so answers to our test questions.

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