From what I hear, sometimes the refurbs are BETTER than new. Often you will get a free HD upgrade (more space) or extra ram.
I've never heard anyone to be unhappy with theirs.
You can get a new C2D base for $1599 with the ACD program. That's what I got mine for.
Just picked up this monitor for my dorm room.
I have the Xbox 360 hooked up via VGA. Settings are 1280x1024 and it looks good.
I have the HD comcast cable box hooked up via component which is displaying at 1080i (or stretching it to native res, which is 1680 x 1050).
The HD box has an...
Looking for a 20''+ WS LCD monitor with these inputs so I can have my computer, xbox 360 (via vga) and HD Box.
I know the gateway, Samsung 215tw.
Wish the Acer Ferrari F20 had it since it's a gorgeous monitor.
Thanks!