Uses less power
The RM ecoquiet uses about two thirds less power than a standard desktop PC, without affecting performance. It is one of the lowest-energy computers available in the UK, operating on full load at about 50 watts compared to the 60 to 250 watts used by some desktop computers.
A PC is just a PC, right? Apart from a few notable exceptions that's broadly true. But the exceptions are significant, particularly where they are designed and built for specific locations. A good example is the RM One, ubiquitous in UK schools (125,000 sold) and now even appearing in local libraries.
That's what happens when design is focused on customers and context. Now watch out for a generation of new RM Ones that are tougher, safer, greener, more communicative and ultimately more useful - and RM has even put back the carry handles to make them more mobile.
You can pick a model from a very wide range of configurations. This one ia a RM Ecoquiet 2 with Windows XP Home Premium operating system, Intel Core 2 Duo T5500, 1Gb Ram memory, 80Gb hard disc, 2 USB slots in front with firewire and audio in and out, on/off button on front, (great for adding data from digital cameras and suchlike), and a 17-inch quality, toughened-acrylic screen with its own side controls including on/off for screen and eco mode.
This machine was used for web work, writing and lots of graphics. It was smooth, efficient and silent at all times. It generated no discernible heat. The small footprint made it a good space saver, and it's actually not as tall as its predecessor. The new RM One is also a good mover, ie it's on rollers that allow it to be rotated with ease (but not moved freely) and the screen can be raised and tilted and even locked into position. To ensure it doesn't move to an undesirable new owner (ie a thief), it even comes with a thick steel bolt for permanent fixing.
The new RM One's appropriateness for school use is evident from set-up. Cables can be clamped in the rear connection "cave", the cover for which is fitted with security screws (the same as all external screws). This machine did not have wifi, but a wifi dongle inserted into one of the front USB slots gave internet connectivity in an instant.
Products are in very good condition, very light signs of use.
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Products are in Excellent condition
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Fully tested (see below)
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Factory restored
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Packaged in secure plain box
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There may be very light signs of wear on keyboard and mouse
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Outer casing may have very light scratches
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Will have no missing/broken parts
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6 months RTB warranty "Return to Base"
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We cannot guarantee battery life
Our Computer Testing Process
Student computers want to give you an accurate grading to all of our refurbished IT Equipment so you know exactly what you are receiving. Please take a moment to browse through our grading system and also our testing procedure.
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HDD (Hard Disk Drive) – We test to see if it can store up to its maximum capacity, and our diagnostic tools checks for errors
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RAM (Memory) – Our diagnostic tools checks for errors.
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Screen (if applicable) – Check for damaged pixels, cracks and damages
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External Drive (if applicable) (CD/DVD Drive) – Test several CD and DVDs to check the drive functions correctly, and if the external drive is writable we also check this
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Keyboard – Check to see if every key is working
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Mouse – check to see its fully operational, Mouse pad left and right click
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Wireless Card (if applicable) – Check that it connects to several wireless connections
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USB Ports – Check to see if different hardware peripherals connect successfully
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VGA Port (if applicable) – Check to see if an external monitor correctly works
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Ethernet Port (if applicable) – Directly plug in a Ethernet cable to test the internet connection
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Cleaning – This is done to a high standard with our professional equipment, please see below the grading process.