Acer mini desktop PC - €189

DonJose

Came across and ordered the following from Littlewoods Ireland,

Acer mini desktop PC - €189.00
http://www.littlewoodsireland.ie/rf/lwi/p.do/mini-desktop-pc?Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&SNtt=Acer+Revo+Mini+Desktop&groupId=631992726&Nu=pca_id&SNtk=generic_search&Np=1&SN=107+85&Ntt=631992726&D=631992726&Ntk=group_search&Dx=mode%2bmatchall&thisprod=631992726&Nty=1&Mis_item_id=15&Mis_item_loc_id=1&product=631992726

The exact same model sells for £499 on the UK site
http://www.littlewoods.com/rf/p.do/mini-desktop-pc?Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&SNtt=Acer+mini+desktop+PC&groupId=631992726&Nu=this_product&SNtk=generic_search&Np=1&SN=103+85&Ntt=631992726&D=631992726&Ntk=group_search&Dx=mode%2bmatchall&thisprod=631992726&Nty=1&Mis_item_id=15&Mis_item_loc_id=1&product=631992726

There is no mention of a monitor in the ad, but there is a picture of a monitor, desktop, keyboard and mouse. When you place the order, the description is "Acer Revo Mini Desktop PC 19in M ONE COLOUR ONE SIZE", so I guess it includes a 19in monitor.

I waited until my order dispatched before posting Let the fun begin

colferma

I got one of these from ebuyer when they were posted a while back and spent nearly the same amount on a monitor. I'd definitely grab another if the screen was free with it... any chance the 19M thing is an unhappy coincidence though?

DonJose

On the UK site they list the desktop and monitor for £499
http://www.littlewoods.com/rf/p.do/mini-desktop-pc?Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&SNtt=Acer+Revo+Mini+Desktop&groupId=631992726&Nu=this_product&SNtk=generic_search&Np=1&SN=103+85&Ntt=631992726&D=631992726&Ntk=group_search&Dx=mode%2bmatchall&thisprod=631992726&Nty=1&Mis_item_id=15&Mis_item_loc_id=1&product=631992726

Then they list just the desktop for £299
http://www.littlewoods.com/rf/p.do/nettop-atom-processor?Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&SNtt=Acer+Revo+Mini+Desktop&groupId=644659081&Nu=this_product&SNtk=generic_search&Np=1&SN=103+85&Ntt=644659081&D=644659081&Ntk=group_search&Dx=mode%2bmatchall&thisprod=644659081&Nty=1&Mis_item_id=15&Mis_item_loc_id=1&product=644659081

Like I said, in the description they state "19in M", what else could this refer to other than the monitor in the picture. If it does arrive without a monitor I won't accept delivery

DonJose

colferma wrote: »

I got one of these from ebuyer

Didn't the one from Ebuyer only have 1gb memory and linux installed. This one has 2gbs memory and Windows Vista Premium.

Kotek Besar

DonJose2 wrote: »

This one has 2gbs memory and Windows Vista Premium.

Is it eligible for free upgrade to Windows 7?

kc66

On other sites that model number (92.G1EYZ.Ufp) doesn't include a monitor.

http://www.aceroutlet.com/PRD_ProductDetail.aspx?cid=0&ProdID=4029

colferma

True indeed DonJose, it only had the 1GB and some basic operating system (some sort of linux?); ubuntu or the more mainstream linuxes had to be put on separately. The 2GB is definitely a bonus but the monitor would really sweeten the deal... thanks for the post!

the_pod

Where are you seeing "Acer Revo Mini Desktop PC 19in M ONE COLOUR ONE SIZE"?
It shows up as "Acer mini desktop PC" for me but there is a " + " in the model number

DonJose

kc66 wrote: »

On other sites that model number (92.G1EYZ.Ufp) doesn't include a monitor.

If you scroll over the model number it shows "92.G1EYZ.Ufp + ET.CP3WE.021"

The ET.CP3WE.021 is a 19in monitor.
http://www.techstore.co.uk/detail_135588.html

utyh2ikcq9z76b

DonJose2 wrote: »

If you scroll over the model number it shows "92.G1EYZ.Ufp + ET.CP3WE.021"

The ET.CP3WE.021 is a 19in monitor.
http://www.techstore.co.uk/detail_135588.html

was just about to say this, after buying it now, thanks op!!!hopefully it comes with the mon, 7day returns anyway!!!+ even without the monitor its not to bad of a deal, stick xbmc on it!

kc66

Definitely includes monitor so. Great bargain alert.

the_pod

Thanks, got you now

the groutch

if I hadnt just bought a laptop recently, I'd have bought this

fdevine

Only Revo destop I can find is listing at €309.....

The_Conductor

Kotek Besar wrote: »

Is it eligible for free upgrade to Windows 7?

I think that offer was limited to purchases made by 31st Jan 2010?

DonJose

fdevine wrote: »

Only Revo destop I can find is listing at €309.....

Link here is still €189
http://www.littlewoodsireland.ie/rf/lwi/p.do/mini-desktop-pc?Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&SNtt=Acer+Revo+Mini+Desktop&groupId=631992726&Nu=pca_id&SNtk=generic_search&Np=1&SN=107+85&Ntt=631992726&D=631992726&Ntk=group_search&Dx=mode%2bmatchall&thisprod=631992726&Nty=1&Mis_item_id=15&Mis_item_loc_id=1&product=631992726

Kotek Besar

smccarrick wrote: »

I think that offer was limited to purchases made by 31st Jan 2010?

Damn.

Raiser

Is this the same Revo 3600 from the other thread just with 2GBs of RAM, Vista and more than likely the inclusion of that Monitor is by mistake?

- Do these usually end in the Company involved refusing to ship?

Paul Tergat

Cheers OP, just ordered one.

The price is really good when you consider there's a monitor too.


Couple of prices for just the pc without monitor:

http://www.saverstore.com/product/20031030/Acer-Aspire-Revo-R3600-Nettop-PC

http://www.aceroutlet.com/PRD_ProductDetail.aspx?cid=0&ProdID=4029

250 Sterling.

and play have it at nearly 300 sterling : http://www.play.com/PC/PCs/4-/9606805/Acer-Aspire-Revo-Intel-Atom-N230-1-6GHz-2GB-160GB-Vista-Home-Premium-Nettop-Desktop-PC/Product.html


And then the monitor as the OP said was about 140 Sterling so for this price it really is a cheap piece of kit

DonJose

Raiser wrote: »

Is this the same Revo 3600 from the other thread just with 2GBs of RAM, Vista and more than likely the inclusion of that Monitor is by mistake?

- Do these usually end in the Company involved refusing to ship?

Looks like a pricing mistake as the same model sells on the UK site for £499. It is the same Revo as the other thread but with Vista and 2gbs memory. Littlewoods screwed up prices before and it was hit and miss on whether you received the order or not. Some idiots place 10 orders hoping to resell on ebay, this usually triggers an alarm which ruins it for everyone!!!

ectoraige

Karina Most Deodorant wrote: »

7day returns anyway!!!

IIRC the returns guarantee doesn't apply with them if you open the packaging.

The_Conductor

I've ordered one.
How many of us have ordered them?

S.

FredH3ad

Just ordered 10

WeleaseWoderick

Just ordered one a few mins ago. Got an order confirmation number but no confirmation email yet.

Would be great if we also get the monitor!

peckerhead

Fork me, glad I got in there before FredH3ad!

I'm also saving a screencap of the webpage with the "92.G1EYZ.Ufp + ET.CP3WE.021" bit showing...

C.O.Y.B.I.B

Just Bought this too , cheers OP . Defo looks like monitor is included . Dont need the monitor , but will pop it on adverts for a few quid back.

DonJose

I ordered one yesterday, waited for it to dispatch before posting here mainly due to idiots ordering 10 and ruining it for everyone.

colferma

Hearty thanks, DonJose, for the post. I bought one there myself, and since yours got shipped with no trouble hopefully well all come out alright. viva la revolucion :pac:

Do-more

Cheers OP

Just ordered one, expected delivery next Weds.

donmeister

Ordered it for the craic, they make it farrr too easy to pay on Littlewoods, one click...boom! Heres to hoping anyways!

Basq

DonJose2 wrote: »

I ordered one yesterday, waited for it to dispatch before posting here mainly due to idiots ordering 10 and ruining it for everyone.

Wise wise man!

Already have a Dell Hybrid and a Mac Mini.. and I've no room for this, so I'm gonna pass!

Best of luck all though.

parsi

As ever I ordered one too.

At that price it's a steal and I've a use for it.

mjquinno

ive ordered one also great price. thanks op

parsi

Showing as "Credit Rejected" in account summary

Rysinh

Probably look really dumb here but what payment method are you guys using? I thought it accepted laser but its giving me issues

jelly&icecream

Thanks OP.

Worth a try anyway. I don't really expect it to be honoured after the 70 quid pc with monitor fiasco of last year...but you never know!:P

Paul Tergat

I called their support just there and was put through to someone in the English call centre.

She didn't seem too sure to be honest but she checked my account and said it had gone through ok. I asked if she could confirm the price was right and she said all they do is look it up on the website and it was €189 so as far as she was concerned it is the correct price.

The waiting game begins...

DonJose

Rysinh wrote: »

Probably look really dumb here but what payment method are you guys using? I thought it accepted laser but its giving me issues

I used a Visa credit card.

DonJose

p_larkin99 wrote: »

I called their support just there and was put through to someone in the English call centre.

She didn't seem too sure to be honest but she checked my account and said it had gone through ok. I asked if she could confirm the price was right and she said all they do is look it up on the website and it was €189 so as far as she was concerned it is the correct price.

WHY???

Paul Tergat

DonJose2 wrote: »

WHY???

why not? if it is an error they will find out, as has been proven in the past. I dont wanna sit and wait around for them just to tell me a week later that its actually 500 quid and do i then want it...

00sully

ordered too with screen grab otherwise it goes back! thanks op

The_Conductor

p_larkin99 wrote: »

why not? if it is an error they will find out, as has been proven in the past. I dont wanna sit and wait around for them just to tell me a week later that its actually 500 quid and do i then want it...

Sounds like you're delibertly trying to draw attention to it- that person will probably be curious as to why you felt so bothered that you had to ring her- and might mention it to a colleague- and before you know it- there would be a whole investigation and all our orders would be cancelled..........

Its the way of the world............

donmeister

DonJose2 wrote: »

I ordered one yesterday, waited for it to dispatch before posting here mainly due to idiots ordering 10 and ruining it for everyone.

See, I like this, I like this about some people who have common sense,buy 1(not 10)!, leave the proper bargain for a day then post it up, proper smart

p_larkin99 wrote: »

I called their support just there and was put through to someone in the English call centre.

She didn't seem too sure to be honest but she checked my account and said it had gone through ok. I asked if she could confirm the price was right and she said all they do is look it up on the website and it was €189 so as far as she was concerned it is the correct price.

....and then you have people like this, why draw attention to it!? Keep it on the down-low son! Shes probably going to ask her manger for assistance now, then the alarm bells go off, then bargain cancelled more than likely..? Silly...

j4vier

i think from now on bargains like this will be more and more likely to be kept a secret if people don't understand that you have to deal with them in a certain way

Voodu Child

I just ordered 20 of them*.

And I also rang them up and asked them if the price was wrong because it seems way too cheap. She said she assumed it was the right price and my order was fine, but I kept insisting it was way too cheap, so she said she would put a hold on all current orders and check with the manager*.







*Nah, I didn't really... But you know theres always going to be someone who does!

Raiser

FredH3ad wrote: »

Just ordered 10

p_larkin99 wrote: »

I called their support just there and was put through to someone in the English call centre.

She didn't seem too sure to be honest but she checked my account and said it had gone through ok. I asked if she could confirm the price was right and she said all they do is look it up on the website and it was €189 so as far as she was concerned it is the correct price.

The waiting game begins...

I just ordered one - It actually says on one of the Checkout screens that "this order will be shipped directly from the Supplier"

- I think if it wasn't for Gordon Greedy and Mr. Littlewoods Voluntary Customer Care Rep 2010 we might just have had a chance

Bargain Alerts Permaban and Island of Ireland Ban called for...... Mail them a link to the thread why don't ya???

Paul Tergat

smccarrick wrote: »

Sounds like you're delibertly trying to draw attention to it- that person will probably be curious as to why you felt so bothered that you had to ring her- and might mention it to a colleague- and before you know it- there would be a whole investigation and all our orders would be cancelled..........

Its the way of the world............

I didnt just call asking about the price, I needed to sort out a payment with them and asked about the price after. meh

donmeister wrote: »

....and then you have people like this, why draw attention to it!? Keep it on the down-low son! Shes probably going to ask her manger for assistance now, then the alarm bells go off, then bargain cancelled more than likely..? Silly...

If it is a price error they will find out about it. Its happened before and they just cancelled all orders. As I said, knowing now would beat sitting around and being told a week later its an error. If you think they won't find out anyway then its you who are 'silly' :rolleyes:

elmicko

I've just ordered one and I took the screenshot. Thanks OP.

j4vier

even pixmania's player was an error, yet someone got it
certainly whoever got it didnt ring them and asked them if the price was right

mjquinno

like all bargain vultures - the squabbling begins :rolleyes:

FredH3ad

This type of greed is what had this country in the state it's in

My pal just ordered five :eek:. E-Bay/adverts is going to be busy......:p