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Compaq Compaq dx2200 Desktop (3.06GHz Pentium 4, 512MB DDR2, 80GB, DVD/CD-RW, Windows XP Pro)

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Fair
  • Pros
  • Inexpensive price.
  • Cons
  • LCD screen can't be adjusted
  • No FireWire or surround-sound support

What You Should Know about the Compaq dx2200 Desktop (3.06GHz Pentium 4, 512MB DDR2, 80GB, DVD/CD-RW, Windows XP Pro)

Compact Case Is Designed for Smaller Work Areas

This compact computer is smaller than the standard and midsize tower PCs that fit under your desk, making it ideal for limited work areas. Small case designs vary, too. However, such PCs tend to be underpowered (especially on gaming), and mini cases also have few available expansion slots and drive bays. Generally you'll have to expand the system via USB, FireWire, or eSATA peripherals, so make sure your compact system has a large number (and assortment) of ports.

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