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jsp1001
Joined: 03 Sep 2007
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 Posted: Sun Sep 23, 2007 3:14 pm Post subject: buying new desktop computer advice |
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When I arrived in Seoul a couple of weeks ago, I promised myself I'd get a 22" or larger lcd for myself as a treat, after finding a job and a place to stay. So, I got both, and now am shopping around for that lcd screen.
Browsing amazon, I quickly realized that my old P3 laptop will not be able to drive the native resolution on a newer lcd.
So, predictably, I'm thinking about a new desktop system as well.
Can anyone give me some specific advice on what is the best low price value these days in terms of cpu and video, and whether Yongsan or some other place is the best place to shop? The last time I did research to buy a system, it was for an AMD duron 800 system, so that shows how outdated I am.
I don't play games often; just looking for a good system to watch dvd's, view pictures, and do word processing.
Also, I noticed that korean prices are a bit higher than e.g. Amazon. So, if 22" lcd's are about 200-250 on amazon, should I expect to pay 250 to 300 here? or more? or less?
I'll be grateful for any advice.
Thanks. |
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bassexpander
Joined: 13 Sep 2007
Location: Someplace you'd rather be.
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bassexpander
Joined: 13 Sep 2007
Location: Someplace you'd rather be.
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For buying a desktop, I suggest here, and some of the guys at the shop speak English: http://www.icoda.co.kr
They are on the second floor of the Sun-in building at the Youngsan Electronics market. To get there, go Sinyoungsan station and exit out toward the electronics market (I forget which exit). Look for the "tunnel" bridge, which is on the side of the big E-mart building (which Yongsan station also happens to be in). Go through that tunnel. At the other end, on your right, is the Sun-in building. Icoda is on the 2nd floor. It's a big building, but Icoda is one of the bigger places next to a set of stairs.
Next time, post on the Technology forum and you'll get more help. |
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spliff
Joined: 19 Jan 2004
Location: Khon Kaen, Thailand
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Hey bass could you get me a pull down link (like the above for monitors) for 3.5 external hdd's? I can never figure out how to do it on Danawa....Thanks bro!  |
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bassexpander
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jsp1001
Joined: 03 Sep 2007
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| Posted: Sun Sep 23, 2007 6:06 pm Post subject: |
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| Many thanks for your input, especially the links to Danawa and Ikoda. They've given me a good idea of the price levels to expect. Mail order seems to be the way to go, since for a 2500 delivery charge per box, I can avoid lugging around big boxes through the subway. |
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esetters21
Joined: 30 Apr 2006
Location: Seoul
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| You have tons of advice. Good luck in Yongsan and/or trying to order things without a Korean credit card. |
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fasequeira
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fasequeira
Joined: 20 May 2004
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fasequeira
Joined: 20 May 2004
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| esetters21 wrote: |
| You have tons of advice. Good luck in Yongsan and/or trying to order things without a Korean credit card. |
Most of the shops connected to Danawa (Yongsan online) only accept cash transfers. If you have a bank account, you can buy things. The credit card prices are also much higher.
Navigating korean websites or negotiating in Yongsan without being able to speak or read Korean would make things difficult. |
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JongnoGuru
Joined: 25 May 2004
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| Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2007 3:03 am Post subject: |
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| fasequeira wrote: |
| esetters21 wrote: |
| You have tons of advice. Good luck in Yongsan and/or trying to order things without a Korean credit card. |
Most of the shops connected to Danawa (Yongsan online) only accept cash transfers. If you have a bank account, you can buy things. The credit card prices are also much higher.
Navigating korean websites or negotiating in Yongsan without being able to speak or read Korean would make things difficult. |
Yeah, I would say Lack of a K-credit card: no problem. Even though I have both personal & company K-CCs, we always just nego the price over the phone, online-transfer the funds to the account they give us, and pray they don't fark us. (they never have, but relying on the honour system in S. Korea just seems freaky) Lack of K-language ability: bigger problem, if not a total deal-breaker. It's not just a matter of getting an English-speaking shop clerk on the phone (congrats to you if you do) but directing the motorcycle courier to your home or office in English is a non-starter. |
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