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Old 01-29-2010, 08:57 AM   #1
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Anybody know if there are any computer stores in town (Calgary) with old graphics cards, cables, power supplies etc. You know if you need to test a power supply with an old one but don't need a brand new 60$ one. Or if you wanted a second video card but weren't looking for top of the line at the moment.

When I was in Toronto they had a little corner computer store that they just took apart computers and threw the parts in separate bins. It was cheap and perfect. One of these would be really handy right now.
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Old 01-29-2010, 09:00 AM   #2
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I have a bunch of parts - what are you looking for?

Memory express will usually test PS units at their service desk, but as far as individual components, I dont know.
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There used to be a computer surplus place on 32nd in the NE, but I haven't looked to see if it is still there in a long time.
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^ called computer surplus? no, its no longer there.

maybe vfwweb.com might be able to help
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Right now I'm looking for a 4ft+ VGA cable (Computer to TV - male to male connectors). Seems all computer stores have are the 50$ ones. I could also use a second graphics card. Basically what I'm saying is I could use some extra computer parts but I'm too cheap to pay full price when I don't necessarily need new parts.
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I think I have both the cable and a card

pm me if interested
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Old 01-29-2010, 09:37 AM   #8
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Trying to get away from online stores. Not big on giving credit card info to sites that may or may not be reputable.
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^ called computer surplus? no, its no longer there.

maybe vfwweb.com might be able to help
It's www.vfxweb.com

Interesting place.
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^ typo. thanks H&L
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