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Gateway FX6831-03 Desktop PC (Black) | 
| Brand: Gateway
Category: Personal Computer
This item is no longer available
Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 2061
Color: Black
Media: Personal Computers
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 2.8
CPU Type: Intel Core i7
Processors: 1
System Memory: 16
Memory Type: SDRAM
Hard Drive Size: 1.5
Graphics RAM: 1
Modem: None
Shipping Weight (lbs): 31
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 19 x 17.7
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: PT.GAH02.005
Model: FX6831-03
UPC: 099802695224
EAN: 0099802695224
ASIN: B0031U1J2O
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| Features:
| • | 2.8GHz Intel Core i7-860 Processor | | • | 16GB DDR3 Memory | | • | 1.5TB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive; 16X DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Drive and Blu-Ray Disc Drive | | • | ATI Radeon HD5850 Graphics Card with 1GB Discrete Video Memory; High-Definition Audio Support with 7.1-channel Audio Support | | • | Windows 7 Home Premium; Keyboard and Mouse Included |
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Product Description
FX GAMING GATEWAY DESKTOP 16GB/1.5TB
Amazon.com Product Description
Gateway FX6831: Gaming Supercomputer With a streamlined racing car-like design complete with mesh venting inhale and red lighting effects, the Gateway FX6831-03 desktop computer provides a fantastic entertainment and gaming experience. It combines quad-core processing power via the Intel Core i7-860 with cutting edge graphics processing via the ATI Radeon HD 5850 graphics card with 1 GB of discrete video memory--perfect for visually rich apps and the most vivid DirectX 10 games. They're complemented by 16 GB of DDR3 RAM and a 1.5 TB hard drive for maximum storage right out of the box. This FX model also includes Blu-ray Disc drive for viewing movies in crystal-clear HD resolution as well as a separate SuperMulti dive for creating your own DVDs and CDs. Enjoy the next generation of video playback with the HDMI output, which allows a single cable to transmit uncompressed high-definition video and audio to your digital TV or capable external monitor. A myriad of front-accessible ports make it easy to connect, including the Digital Media Card Reader for convenient connection and downloads from your digital devices. And with a touch of a button, you can turn your monitor into a media slideshow of your favorite photos with the unique photo frame button.  The Gateway FX6831 desktop PC with mesh venting inhale, red accents and red lighting effects for a racing car-like design. | | | Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (64-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to.
Key Features - Streamlined racing car-like design brings visual excitement from its engine car designed start button to the mesh venting inhale, red accents and red lighting effects.
- 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7-860 processor (with Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.46 GHz) delivers maximum processing power in response to peak demands. Intel's Turbo Boost technology maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload--providing more performance when you need it the most. It also comes equipped with Intel HD Graphics--an advanced video engine that delivers smooth, high-quality HD video playback, and advanced 3D capabilities, providing an ideal graphics solution for everyday computing.
- 1.5 TB SATA hard drive (7200 RPM)
- 16 GB DDR3 RAM (1333 MHz; maximizing capacity)
- ATI Radeon HD 5850 graphics with 1 GB of dedicated video memory. Loaded with advanced technology and support for Microsoft DirectX 11, the HD 5750 has the power and premium features you need for fully immersive gameplay as well as the capability to expand your visual real estate across up to three displays. With ATI Eyefinity technology, you get the ultimate immersive gaming experience innovative "wrap around" multi-display capabilities.
- Watch Blu-ray Disc movies in crystal clear resolution with the read-only Blu-ray drive; this desktop also includes a second dedicated 16x DVD±R/RW SuperMulti drive capable of reading/writing of CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM.
- HD audio provides your system with the support it needs to handle the most cutting-edge audio content (including 7.1-channel surround sound). Plus, you'll hear more of your tunes and tones, with auditory playback coming out at a higher quality than systems without HD sound.
- Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
- Multi-in-One digital media card reader compatible with CompactFlash (Type I and II), CF+ Microdrive, MultiMediaCard (MMC), HC MMCplus, HC MMCmobile, MMCplus, MMCmobile, Reduced-Size MultiMediaCard (RS-MC), Secure Digital (SD) Card, miniSDHC Card, miniSD Card, microSD Card, SmartMedia, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo
- HDMI port for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable. Also includes standard analog VGA video output.
- Next-generation eSATA port (combined with one of the USB ports) offers a transfer speed of 3GB/s, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. It allows easy sharing and transfer of entertainment content and digital media on external devices.
- Gateway Recovery Management enables you to create a default backup disk and an application and driver backup disk, restore the system to factory default, reinstall apps and drivers, manage password settings, recover from the hard drive ,and recover from your factory recovery disk.
- Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
- Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It's the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process.
- Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Enjoy a 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007.
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 19 x 17.7 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 31 pounds
- Warranty: 1 year parts and labor with toll-free technical support
What's in the Box
Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This desktop provides ultra-fast Gigabit Ethernet wired networking. It includes two PCI slots (available), one PCI x1 Express slot (available), one PCI x16 Express slot (occupied), four 3.5-inch HDD bays (three available), and two 5.25-inch ODD bays (one available). - 10 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players (4 in front, 6 in rear)
- 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
- 2 eSATA ports
- Video out: HDMI and 2 DVI
- Headphone and microphone jacks; digital audio output
- Surround sound speakers (5 audio ports)
- 2 PS/2 ports for connecting a keyboard and mouse
What's in the Box
This package contains the Gateway FX6831-03 desktop PC, power cord, mouse, keyboard, and printed documentation It also comes with the following software: Microsoft Works (applications for word processing, spreadsheet, calendar, and e-mail); 60-day trial of Microsoft Office 2007; Norton Internet Security 2009 (60-day trial); Google Toolbar
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| Customer Reviews:
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 WICKED fast! April 3, 2010
Craig Hartley (Houston, TX USA)
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
Like many, I wanted to avoid the whole Vista fiasco, so the Gateway FX6831-03 is my first new computer in seven years.
You only have to look at the specs: a powerful I7-860 processor, ATI5850 video card and an insane 16 gig of DDR3 memory to know this is a blazing fast machine at a modest price, so I'm going to talk about the out of the box stuff. I ordered the Gateway FX6831-03 desktop PC from Amazon via standard shipping and it arrived in good shape from J&R Music and Electronics in less than a week.
First, I opened it up to look inside. The case is crummy sheet-metal with screws, but the layout looks solid with no glaring problems and a big power supply (I've uploaded some photos into the "customer image" section). It has bays to add two more hard drives to its 1.5 TB drive (which is a bit slow). So far I've added a 1 TB Hitachi SATA internal drive to handle just HD video files. Setup was a bit tricky--I was expecting a simple plug and play, but I had to go into the device manager and format the new drive before it would show up. It's all good now.
The interior is tight because of the "cooling tower" on the CPU and the big video card. Wedging in additional PC cards would be tough, though I would be hard pressed to think of what else to add. It has two disk drives--one CD/DVD burner and one Blu-ray player; I would prefer a single Blu-ray/DVD/CD burner.
The exterior is really sweet with red glowing racing stripes, an extremely fast multi-card reader and LOTS of USB ports (10!), FireWire, HDMI and more. You can nestle your iPod or MP3 player on a little indented platform on top, right next to two USB ports.
Turning on the Gateway FX6831-03 was a pleasant surprise. First there was a pretty good "whir" sound, then it settled down to dead quiet. I had to double-check that the fans were going! It is also quite energy efficient: my computer, DSL and 24" LCD monitor only uses 113 watts while performing most tasks.
The setup was a snap. I don't know which was better: the new machine or the 64 bit Windows 7 Home Premium. In any case, unlike my previous Windows machines, I was able to get on line in seconds instead of wasting half a day fiddling with settings.
Unfortunately, the computer has no setup disks, and the setup instructions were of the pathetic "don't use this machine in the shower" sort. After removing some bloatware and downloading about 50 updates (true!) I loaded and tweaked dozens of personal programs. Note: Windows 7 doesn't use Outlook Express--it uses Windows Live Mail. Also, Windows has a nice (free!) anti-virus Microsoft Security Essentials program that won't bog down the system. Simple stuff, sure, but it was new to me and much appreciated. Rebooting only takes about 60 seconds.
You can also use Windows Easy Transfer between your new and old machine, but it I couldn't make it work via USB cable. I had to use an external hard drive. It took several hours and is a bit buggy. Also, start planning on moving all your e-mails and e-mail addresses to your new machine.
Most of my old (some very old) programs work on the Gateway FX6831-03. High end products like Photoshop CS5, Photomechanic, Pinnacle Studio HD and games like Supreme Commander 2, Dragon Age and Age of Empires III are amazingly fast even at highest resolution! I've only had it a few weeks, but this machine is everything I could possibly want. Note of warning: Gateway is reported to have HORRIBLE customer support, but I figured it would be worth the risk. If I ever have a problem, I'll update this review.
Sweet deal. April 11, 2010
Ralf Thiede (Charlotte, NC USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Unless you need the ultimate, top-of-the-line video card from ATI more than the 16gb of RAM, this rig is a sweet deal. The computer is fast and whisper quiet, which is an advantage for me because I also make sound recordings. Blue-ray HD movies look crisp and smooth, and the massive hard drive reads and writes impressively fast. I partially migrated from an XP computer using LapLink's PCmover Professional (sixty bucks well spent), and installing all those peripherals clustering aroung my desk took all but a day of finding the appropriate Windows 7 drivers on the manufacturers' web sites. I use this machine at home for both research/productivity and hobby. If you comparison shop for a computer to use for sound recording, photography and video editing, and everyday workhorse productivity, this one surely gets you the most bang for the buck at the moment. It is fast enough that your 32-bit software will run at least as fast as it did on your old computer, likely faster, but it shines with 64-bit applications. Very highly recommended.
A word about Gateway: I always read product reviews and do my homework before I buy anything, and this turned out to be the third Gateway computer in a row for me (my first PC was a Northgate - remember those?). Each has worked flawlessly. I tinker and tweak, and Gateway computers (as do Apple machines, truth be told) always impress me with their quality engineering. So two thumbs up here, too.
Just buy it! May 17, 2010
Ernest R. Decarlo (San Pablo, Ca)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Fastest computer for the money that I've seen...and fast enough for me and my game play. Very easy and fast setup time. You will have to tweak the video card to get you best color depth and hue. Basic settings are dull and too bright. Data transfer from my backup hard drive to this computer was very fast for a 7200 RPM drive. One word of caution when installing any software, especially games, everyone knows to disable your virus scan but also turnoff your automatic updates too. This can also mess with your installation especially if updates download and install automatically. I did have an error code32 on both DVD and BD drives, which means both of the devices were disabled in the registry when it burped. Re-installing the drivers did not cure the problem. This happened after installing an old software program, it just didn't like it. I cured the problem by restoring the computer back one day just prior to this software installation and everything is working fine now. Too bad for that one guy that had a bad computer from the start, because this computer is pretty nice. One thing I did worry about is, it runs so quiet I didn't hear any fans. I check the bios setup and the setting is on smart fan and the temp seems to be ok at that setting. That's pretty cool. I'd buy this computer if your looking for a affordable semi-high end machine with gobs of RAM memory. It's not only good for games but also for video and picture editing. I think it's a must to have a 24", 2ms response time, HD monitor. Mine looks great with thisvideo card. You can also speed things up with a 10,000 rpm 2nd drive to put your games and video on. I'm going to if they have one in that removable bay drive section, if not I'll go with a regular in case unit.. That's my next buy. Have fun with your new machine....
Excellent Computer, poor customer service June 4, 2010
T. Terrell (san diego)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've had this computer for over 5 months without any problems. I added a second hard drive in the internal bay which worked properly. I installed two Noctua 80mm fans to the front intake grill to add circulation and to cool the hard drives. I tried a hard drive in the front removable bay but found it got quite hot with no air circulation.
I've researched the computer components extensively but cannot determine who made the motherboard but my best guess is Foxconn.
Having owned two prior 710G Gateway computers with excellent customer support I was quite surprised to learn just how poor Gateway's current support is. My e-mail inquiry was, "who made the motherboard?", and was advised of the model number but was told they did not know who made the board. As others have commented, there is basically no Gateway customer service.
I highly recommend the computer only if you are capable of doing your own repairs.
Rockin' System!! June 13, 2010
Tina Holtzlander (Virginia)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This system rocks!! I am a professional photographer and handle large files, and use programs that really eat the resources up! This system allows me to do whatever I want! Photoshop CS5 with Bridge is no problem on this machine. Everything is running at once very smoothly. I can bounce back and forth between programs, access several external hard drives and never miss a beat. I have never been able to do that before on any machine!!
I recommend this system to my fellow photographers!!
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