| Retail "Boxed" Components |
| Use the better chipsets from each yield of silicon, resulting in faster, cooler operation |
| Offers better software bundle of programs |
| Larger heatsinks or integrated cooling fans |
Includes complete product documentation,
literature, and registration card |
| Often includes rebates or promotions, which we send with the system documentation |
Usually offers a longer or lifetime
warranty to the consumer |
Offers available direct technical
support by the product |
| Guarantees genuine authenticity |