----- Original Message -----
From: "Paul Jacobs" <paul@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <cobalt-users@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2002 12:14 AM
Subject: Re: [cobalt-users] Raq4 verses Linux PC
> At 02:01 PM 4/2/2002, you wrote:
> >"John D. Gorena" wrote:
> >
> > > Thanks for the response . . . But if that is the case, then why
spend
> > so much
> > > on a RAQ4 if I can build a PC that will do the same for much much
less?
> >
> >That's your decision. If you build a PC yourself, you've got to worry
> >about compatible components, a 1u or 2u format case (colocation
> >companies generally charge by the "U"), and a power supply that will run
> >24/7 for years without overheating.
>
> Gee jeff, they make 1u and 2 u cases now that are around $100.00, true, it
> is hard to find old parts anymore to use in *nix boxes but, worth the time
> just so you don't get stuck with a box that does not work as
> advertised!.... and as for the power supply.... well all
> ball-bearing fan's last for quite some time.
>
> > > What about the network card? Is it just a 100 Mbs card?
> >
> >There are network cards, and then there are network cards. If you're
> >running a 450mHz RaQ on a T-1 it really doesn't matter. If you're
> >streaming a lot of Real content on a T-3, it does.
>
> Jeff, jeff..... that is the most UN-INFORMED statement I have seen anyone
> make on this list in quite some time...
>
>
> > > Why the cost difference?
> >
> >You'll determine that as you start looking a products and prices. There
> >are just too many variables involved. I can spec mother boards from $65
> >to $600, for example. Power supplies from $23 to $400.
> >
> >Jeff
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> >Jeff Lasman <jblists@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> >Linux and Cobalt/Sun/RaQ Consulting
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> >
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