Originally Posted by powerpig

I've got a better idea. Just buy one this weekend brand new for around $299. I think I've even seen a couple for $399 with a 17" LCD monitor and printer. You will save a lot of grief in the long run if you go this way. Check this rig.

http://www.staples.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StaplesProductDisplay?&langId=-1&storeId=10001&splCatType=1&catalogId=10051&productId=199773&cmArea=SC3:CG71:CL161746