Dell - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Inspiron Desktop - 4GB Memory - 500GB Hard Drive

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Item: Dell - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Inspiron Desktop - 4GB Memory - 500GB Hard Drive
Rating: 4
Author: SteveC

Model:GCRF-I660S-1540BK

SKU:3505007

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Overview

Description

Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Learn more about Dell Inspiron GCRF-I660S-1540BK Desktop: This compact desktop delivers productive power for everyday tasks and media without monopolizing your workspace.

Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products.

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Features

Intel® Pentium® processor G2030
Basic dual-core processor boosts multitasking capabilities for reliable Internet browsing, e-mail and everyday productivity.
4GB system memory for basic multitasking
Adequate high-bandwidth memory to smoothly run multiple applications and browser tabs all at once.
DVD/CD burner
Reads and writes to a variety of media formats, including DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW and CD-R/RW.
500GB hard drive for serviceable file storage space
Holds your growing collection of digital photos, music and videos. 5400 rpm spindle speed for standard read/write times.
Compact design adds less bulk to your desk
Tower measures less than 4" wide, so it fits into smaller workspaces.
2 USB 3.0 ports maximize the latest high-speed devices
Also includes 6 USB 2.0 ports to connect more accessories and peripherals. USB 3.0 ports are backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices (at 2.0 speeds).
Wireless and wired network connectivity
Built-in high-speed wireless LAN connects to your network on the most common Wi-Fi standards. The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port plugs into wired networks.
Microsoft Windows 8 operating system
Customize your new Start screen with instant access to the things you care about most, or restore the familiar Windows desktop experience with an improved taskbar and streamlined file management.
Additional ports
HDMI output for a high-def monitor or HDTV.
ENERGY STAR certified
Designed to use less energy and meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy.
Intel, Pentium, Celeron, Core, Atom, Ultrabook, Intel Inside and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

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What's Included

Dell Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Inspiron Desktop - 4GB Memory - 500GB Hard Drive
Power adapter

Specifications

Other

Energy Star Compatible
Yes

Processor Brand
Intel®

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716230738','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Processor</a>
Intel® Pentium®

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3.0GHz

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3MB

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4GB

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716236490','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">System Memory (RAM) Expandable To</a>
8GB

Type of Memory (RAM)
DDR3 SDRAM

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716236524','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Graphics</a>
Intel® HD

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Shared

Audio
Integrated 5.1-channel

Speakers
None

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Built-in 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN

Wireless Networking
Built-in 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN

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Yes, DVD±RW/CD-RW

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Drive speeds not specified

Direct-Disc Labeling
No

Digital Media Reader or Slots
No

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716239272','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">USB 2.0 Ports</a>
2 USB 3.0 (rear); 6 USB 2.0 (2 front, 4 rear)

Operating System Platform
Windows

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Windows 8

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1218331155414','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Operating System Bit Version</a>
64-bit

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1218870374819','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">ENERGY STAR Certified</a>
Yes

Best Buy PC App
No

HDMI Output
Yes

Blu-ray Player
No

Graphics Chip
Intel

Drive Capacity
500GB

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1219068797731','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">EPEAT Qualified</a>
No

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716235838','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Hard Drive Size</a>
500GB

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716232062','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Hard Drive Type</a>
SATA (7200 rpm)

UPC
400035050078

Reviews

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good deal but wrongly advertised
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I set up and used a few of these machines for various people. When My wife's older PC died, I decided to replace it with this refurbished product. One interest was to learn Windows 8.1 but the unit came with Window 7 Home installed. Calls to Best Buy customer support only resulted in them acknowledging the error in advertising. The bottom line...if I did not want the unit as it was, then return it. They were not going to make good on the Windows 8.1. It was not a deal killer since my wife knows Win 7 and teaching her Win 8.1 would have been a challenge.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
great all around computer for the money
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
overall good pc for the money so far. I can run two monitors at a time. I am disappointed with the wireless installed.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great buy
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Can't beat the price...reliability is fantastic, works great for Internet
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome pc...
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is the best of both worlds! Sleek design with all Geeksquad upgrades!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
upgrade from windows xp
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I purchased this desktop to replace an older Dell when Windows XP was made obsolete. only use occasionally as backup for laptop, but so far no complaints.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Broken with poor warranty support
Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The computer was a decent win8 model--not too large, good selection of video ports, and I was pleased with it for 6 months as an HTPC (television computer). But when it started failing to boot (irregularly), I experienced difficulty with Dell in trying to get it repaired. I am going to give up and go buy a PC from another vendor. Granted, a four hundred dollar computer isn't big bucks, but I would have liked more than 6 months of service from it. I will not buy a Dell in the future. Worst, Bestbuy did not give me reward zone points for this purchase, and I did not notice until recently when I went looking for the exact purchase date. So this computer was a failure for me, all the way around.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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QuestionDoes this unit come with manufacturer's operating system and installed program restore disks?
Asked 11 years ago by HTM.
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QuestionWould this be a suitable replacement for my Dell Dimension 3000 desktop?I would like to simply replace the tower since it is running Windows XP , keeping my current monitor, speakers, printer. Printer is a Dell AIO 922.
Asked 11 years ago by John.
- Answer A basic machine but more than adequate to do no-graphics intensive home applications (email, internet, word processing, etc). I would not buy it for gaming or video editing but it may be okay for online video streaming. For your monitor, it has a VGA and a HDMI adapter. No printer port, however, so make sure your printer uses either USB or is wireless. There should be printer drivers available for the Win 7.
  Answered 11 years ago by SteveC
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Questiondoes this computer have a video card compatible for games and playing videos
Asked 11 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Hello. The graphics in this machine is integrated into the processor, whilst not being very powerful it can play some older games. But definitely not many (if any) new ones. As well as having some major problems with openGL. The processor here is also VERY weak. Single core (multithreading makes the computer think it is two, don't be fooled it is really one) even if there was a graphics card in it, the processor would hold back any potential it has. TL;DR? NO this computer would not be able to play ANY new games. But most retro ones. This should only be bought for word processing in my opinion. I have recommended a product you should buy for any low intensity gaming purposes. It can run most games that are pre 2012 at medium settings.
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  - iBUYPOWER - Desktop - 8GB Memory - 500GB Hard Drive
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  Answered 11 years ago by WIWWM
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QuestionCan I get this with windows 7 instead of windows 8?
Asked 11 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer can i get with window 7 instead of window 8?
  Answered 11 years ago by niazi
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QuestionDell Model: GCRF-I660S-1540BK SKU: 3505007What intel processor is in this computer?
Asked 11 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Intel G2030
  Answered 11 years ago by Anonymous
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