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We're proud to have worked with the largest system builder to the channel Equus computer systems (www.equuscs.com) and so we can offer a variety of custom and/or standard configurations for desktops, laptops and small form factor computers. Just click the links at the right to get started or read our suggestions below.
When selecting a computer, it is important to consider what it will be used for. Most people these days spend time on the internet, reading emails, working with documents, and doing basic photo or video editing. If you are going to be doing more intensive work, or if gaming will play a major part in your computer usage, then you may want to call us and lets talk about Gaming, Media Editing, and High Performance Workstations.
Since extremely high performance isn't needed for the tasks most people do, it is more important to focus on price/performance ratio, features, and aesthetics. Here is some more detailed information on each of these categories:
•Price/Performance Ratio: Even though top-notch performance isn't needed in an everyday computer, you still want to get the best value you can. This means looking for items that are only a small amount over the price of lower-end models, and for which the next step up would command a significant financial outlay. Another way of putting that is that you want to get the item which offers the most performance or size per dollar. This can be hard to judge sometimes on CPUs and video cards, but it is easy to check on memory (RAM) and hard drives.
•Features: Most computer users don't need exotic hardware like a physics card or TV tuner, but there are items that almost everyone can use. You want to make sure you don't leave out any features which might want or need, but avoid ones that you don't plan to use (so that you aren't wasting money). Here are some examples of common devices that people find useful in or with a computer: CD/DVD burner, memory card reader, system restore disc, uninterruptable power supply. There are also a whole host of external peripherals like webcams that can be purchased separately, so don't forget to budget for those as well.
•Aesthetics: When buying a custom desktop, you have the opportunity to design a system that meets your needs for size, form factor (shape), noise level, and visual appearance. There are smaller computers that fit into a bedroom or dorm room easily, larger ones with sound-proofing, and windowed cases for showing off your hardware and adding lights. It is a good idea to measure the area you plan to put the computer before making a decision on the case, and decide if you have a preference for black or silver (the two dominant computer colors available today). If you do want a window, remember that they will almost always be on the left side of the system - so if the left side would be up against a wall or desk then it won't be visible.
If you need an option not shown on our configure pages, or if you have any questions, please feel free to email or call us.
Benefits of On-Call Desktop Computers
- Highly Reliable Product Line - All components in our product line are reviewed weekly. Any trends in failure rates are acted upon immediately, leaving us with a highly reliable product line that continues to improve. We do not add a part to our product line unless we feel we can stand behind it. This results in a high quality product, that works as it should. You can feel confident that any selection you make on our website is a quality product.
- Fast Build Times - By keeping inventory of our most popular parts, and maintaining a short supply line to parts we need, we are able to offer an industry leading ship time of 3-7 business days on nearly all our system orders.
- We're Here, Give Us a Call! - We make sure our representatives are as accessible as possible, by phone and email. At On-Call, you can actually talk to a real person! We understand that personal service must be a priority for small businesses on the web. We are happy to provide as much help as you need, with no obligation to order. We understand that the best way to have satisfied customers is to help them make informed decisions before they buy!
- Lifetime Support/Labor Warranty - When you buy a custom pc from On-Call, we are here to help you for life. Even when your parts warranty expires, we are happy to continue to answer your questions and even fix your computer with little to no labor costs.
- Completely clean OS installation (no added software) - No one appreciates a computer preloaded with trial software, advertisements, and promotional offerings. Not only is it annoying, but it can even slow down your computer! Our competitors do this for the supplemental income, but On-Call refuses to offer anything except a clean install.
- Latest drivers, patches and service packs applied - For best security and performance, it is important that each computer ships with the newest software and drivers available. We give personal attention to each computer before it ships, making sure it is updated.
- Meticulous assembly and cable routing standards - Assembly techniques, especially cable routing, is an art. Our experienced system builders give great effort to assembling your system with care. We want you to be very happy with what you see if you open the side of your case.
- Innovative Thermal Imaging - Our thermal imaging process allows us to identify and correct any hot spots in your system, making your system cooler and quieter, leading to a longer lifespan. We take thermal images of each computer we ship!
- 95 point quality control checklist - When you're dealing with as many computers a day as On-Call, it can be challenging to make sure nothing is overlooked when you have so many things that you want to give personal attention. To ensure nothing gets missed, we have a comprehensive checklist to step our techs through the process. Each check point records the exact time and name of the technician.
- Burn-In Process - Your server computer is fully tested prior to delivery. All hardware and software components are tested under heavy load to ensure reliability in the harshest conditions!