Question 1

does this have wireless?

Accepted Answer

It does not come with wireless but it is very easy to buy a usb wireless adapter and you are all set. A very nice basic computer that will be plenty powerful enough unless you want to play the newest generation of games. The price is about what it would cost to buy Windows 8 by itself, free computer.

Question 2

i need to know if this computer can be used with wireless internet?

Accepted Answer

This computer does not come with a wireless internet port built in. It has an ethernet port for connecting with an ethernet cable to a modem or router. It features a good number of USB ports, however, so if a wireless connection is required for you, perhaps you will be able to find a good USB Wireless Internet Adapter that will suit your needs. Newegg's category for these items is here: http://www.newegg.com/Wireless-Adapters/SubCategory/ID-31?&cm_sp=WirelessNetworking41-_-VisNav-_-WirelessAdapters You may have to search with the keyword "USB" to narrow the results if you want. There are also wireless cards that can be installed inside the computer, if you're comfortable doing so and know how to make sure it matches with the computer's inside set-up.

Question 3

Product has an extra slot for expanding RAM memory. What do I purchase for RAM to work in this slot....what are the qualifications?

Accepted Answer

It has to be DDR3 and it holds a max of 8 gigs of ram so you could rather purchase an extra 4 gig of ram. The Kingston 4gb 240-pin DDR3 item# N82E16820239263 should be good enough and its not to expensive. Hope this helps.

Question 4

Does it has a cd rom?

Accepted Answer

It has a "DVD Super Multi Drive" so yes, it will read and write CD's as well as DVD's.

Question 5

DOES IT COME WITH AN OPTICAL DRIVE?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It has a DVD Multi Drive located behind a flap door on the front. It is mounted vertically.

Question 6

Does this version of Windows 8 include media center?  Looking to record and watch shows with a TV tuner and wondered if this Windows 8 includes media center component.  I did not see what version of Windows 8 is installed.  Thanks

Accepted Answer

It's Windows 8.  In order to get media center you will have to add windows 8.1 Pro Pak and add the Media Center add on.  Microsoft sells both bundled for $99.  http: //windows.microsoft dot com/en-us/windows-8/feature-packs  If your looking for an open source alternative XBMC is a great option http://xbmc dot org  Lifehacker has an article on how to get your tv turner working with XBMC here http: //lifehacker dot com/5981757/how-to-watch-and-record-live-tv-on-your-xbmc-media-center

Question 7

Can win 8 be configured to look line win 7 desktop on this computer?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no.  It's not exactly easy.  The system starts up with the "start" screen, with buttons to push for the applications.  In the lower left of the screen there is a "desktop" button, and when you push it it converts to the more familiar desktop.  Getting applications to show on that desktop is sometimes complicated.    You still have access control panel differently, though, and I haven't yet found a way to set the desktop as the default when it first starts up.  I fought the thing for about a day doing the setup (this is the first Win 8 machine I've set up), and after I learned the system a little I like it better.  It's intuitive but you have to fight your old instincts really hard.  Be sure and update to the Windows 8.1 update--that really helps, giving "cues" on the start screen.  I have no problem using it myself--but I'm setting it up for my brother's family and I really don't relish the training I'm going to have to do to get them up and running (these are people who don't understand the concept of Windows Explorer and Folders, so take that for what it's worth).  The machine itself seems adequate for what it cost.  Don't expect to game on it, that's not what it's for, but Office (already owned a registration key) opens quickly and everything seems to work well.  One quirk--you have to put the restore files on a USB drive, it won't let you do DVD's.  Takes a 16 GB thumb drive, and you have to go to the big apps list from the start menu, you can't do it from the desktop.  (Do it, don't even think about not making a restore disc.  Trust me.)

Question 8

Read write cd dvd?

Accepted Answer

Since these are refurbished, I would say that things may vary, but mine has a Pioneer DVD-R DVR-220RS in it.  I would imagine they all would have a similar read/write DVD/CD unit.

Question 9

Do you think this would be good for gaming?

Accepted Answer

Hi, if you are looking for a good replacement PC to perform simple tasks, than this is the computer for you.  However, if you are looking for a gaming PC, definitely look elsewhere.  I only purchased this as a secondary PC for office/school work.  It does not have the specs for any major gaming or major multimedia purposes.

Question 10

WiFi ready? WIFI adapter available? Which?

Accepted Answer

I had that same concern fortunately while WiFi is not built in all I had to do was buy a $24.95 (before tax) adapter from my local Wal-Mart (Belkin is the brand name of it. It was a local item from my store not online) install the CD and plug it into my usb port it works great loads huge videos in a jiffy (I watch a lot of movies online) and streams online games with little to no lag.

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