Networking Products
Reviews and ratings of quality, hand-picked, UK websites
Hardware.com
• <www.hardware.com
Headers: Networking, Servers, Memory, Cabling, Refurbished, Services, Support
One of the top UK etailers for networking hardware and accessories. Hardware.com has access to a stock of over 10 million networking products and offers new or refurbished hardware at up to 90% off list prices. And if you would like to see how they work, have a look at their office webcam which is updated automatically every 5 seconds! Hardware.com is part of the Simian Group and is ISO certified by the British Standards Institute.
• Special Features: Free live one to one website support for any technical questions you may have, (8.30am to 5.30am Monday - Friday). Also there is online order tracking.
• Free Delivery on orders >£50
Amazon.co.uk
• www.amazon.co.uk
Headers: Books, Electronics & Photo, Music, DVD, Video, Software, PC & Video Games, Home & Garden, Toys & Games
Although associated mostly with books of which they have a huge stock, covering nearly all subjects, Amazon now sells virtually everything. And their prices are surprisingly good. The electrical goods, for example, are very competitively priced. The site is very easy to navigate and there are also a huge selection of useful, and usually well written reviews for products. You can also search for goods available in the auction department plus you can get good deals from the many used items sold at Amazon.
• Special Features: 30 returns policy.
• Free Delivery on most orders >£15
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Apple Store
• www.store.apple.com
Headers: MacBook Family, Mac Desktops, iPod, iPod Accessories, Mac Accessories, Servers
The Apple Store is where you can buy Apple computers and anything related to them including the famous ipod mp3 player. You can get a custom made Apple to your own specifications on the site.
• Special Features: Finance packages available for consumers and businesses.
• Free Delivery on orders >£65.99 ex VAT
Ballicom
• www.ballicom.co.uk
Headers: Computer Systems, Broadband Products, Barebone Systems, Serviers, Cameras, Camera Accessories, CCTV, Computer Hardware & Peripherals, FaxModems, Firewire, Networking, Notebooks, Handhelds, Plasma TVs, Projectors, Printers, Scanners, Software, TV Cards
Established in 1993, Ballicon is a supplier of computers and computer components, with 3 separate divisions: Retail, Trade (including Corporate) and Education, and currently has over 16,000 IT products available. Custom build the computer you want. Ballicom International is based in Coventry.
• Free Delivery on orders >£117.50
Comet
• www.comet.co.uk
Headers:Kitchen & Home, Home Entertainment, Computing, Portable Technology
As you would expect from one of the largest retailers in the UK, Comet have a very wide range of products for sale online in all categories. In addition, Comet provides comprehensive product guides for the whole of their range. Additional features are a repair service backed up by over 600 engineers across the UK, old fridges removed for £15, connection and installation available where neccessary plus extended warranties.
• Special Features: Monthly payment plans on selected products. Returns policy: 28 days for unopened items, 7 days for opened items. Comet now offers "Click and Collect" - order online and collect from your nearest Comet branch.
• Connection Service: Comet offers a connection service for washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, electric cookers, ovens & hobs, TVs.
• Special Offers:Comet Current Discount Codes
• Free Delivery on all kitchen appliances >£399
Currys
• www.currys.co.uk
Headers: Audio & HiFi, Cameras & Camcorders, Computing, Cooking, Dishwashers, DIY and Garden Tools, DVD & Video, Fitness Sport & Health, Gadgets & Gifts, Gaming, GPS Satellite Navigation, Home Security, In Car Entertainment, iPod & MP3, Lighting, Phones, Refrigeration, Small Appliances, Small Kitchen Appliances, Televisions, Vacuum Cleaners, Washers & Dryers
Currys offers a range of many thousands of products online including a constantly updated range of Web exclusives. 24 Hr Helpline, delivery 7 days a week (usually within 4 working days of order) and expert installation, backed by a nation-wide network of over 380 stores. Comparison capability allows you to compare similar products.
• Special Features: Detailed buyers guides. As well as buying online you can now reserve certain items online and collect and pay at your nearest store.
Connection Service: Available for Large Kitchen Appliances and TVs. Removal service also available.
Special Offers: For the latest Curry Promo Codes: Direct to Offer Page
Europc
• www.europc.co.uk
Headers: Computers, Workstations, Laptops, Accessories, Monitors, Servers, Networking, Sound and Vision, Components, Printers and Scanners, Software, Cameras, GPS and Phones
Europc is a huge IT retailer supplying discounted, surplus and factory refurbished computer equipment. This means the prices are very competitive indeed. Every refurbished machine is rebuilt and repackaged in the Europc factory. Europc head office is based in Glasgow where they have large retail outlet.
• Special Features: No interest finance options available.
Maplin Electronics
• www.maplin.co.uk
Headers: Blank Media, Cables, Components, Computers, Home & Office, In Car, Outdoor Leisure, Sound & vision, Tools & Service, Toys & Kits
Audio, video, electronic and computer products, components and accessories, all available online. Especially good for components and more obscure electronic bits and bobs. Plenty of gadgets and gizmos also. You can order the famous Maplin catalogue online, either in paper form or on cd. Maplin currently has 75 retail stores throughout the UK and Ireland.
• Free Delivery on orders >£35
Micro Direct
• www.microdirect.co.uk
Headers: Accessories & Furniture, Barebone/ Systems, Cables & I/O, Cameras, Case & Power, CD/DVD/Backup, CPU (AMD & Intel), Fans and Cooling, Graphics / Video Cards, Hard Drives, Home Entertainment, Laptops/PDAs, Memory, Modems, Monitors, Motherboards, Mouse/Key/Joystick, MP3 Players, Networking, Printers & Accessories, Scanners/Projectors, SCSI Cards, Software, Sound Cards, Speakers
Micro Direct is an IT superstore carrying a huge range of computer hardware, peripherals and accessories from manufacturers such as Sony, Shuttle, Iiyama, AMD and Asus. There is a wide choice of products in all IT categories, and at competitive prices. In addition, there is also a small range of audio visual equipment including DVD players, media players, LCD TVs and a good range of plasma screens and equipment. Established in 1993, Micro Direct has its head office and main retail outlet in Upper Brook Street, Manchester.
Misco
• www.misco.co.uk
Headers: Accessories, Cables, Enclosures & Cable Management, Cameras, CD/CD-RW/DVD Drives, Computing, Datacoms, Electronics, Furniture, Hard Disks, Keyboards/Mice & Graphics Tablets, Media, Memory, Mobile Communications, Modems, Monitors & Accessories, Networking, Office Machines, PC Components, Presentation, Printers, Scanners, Security, Software & licensing, Storage, Supplies, Surge & Power, Warranties, Wireless
Misco has over 20,000 competitively priced IT products ranging from IT accessories to computer furniture to PCs, including desktops, personal organisers, notebooks and servers. Also a wide range of software. Consumables include original and compatible ink cartridges and laser toner for Brother, lexmark, TDK, Xerox, HP, Kyocera, IBM, Epson, Canon and Samsung as well as paper and ribbons. There is also a very wide range of networking products. Misco is part of the Systemax Group, an international company with offices in 9 countries worldwide.
Morgan Computer Co
• www.morgancomputers.co.uk
Headers: Desktop Computers, Notebooks and PDAs, Peripherals, Digital Accessories, Home Entertainment, Toshiba Projectors, Media/Consumables.
Established now for over 15 years and with large showrooms in Central London, Birmingham and Manchester plus a nationwide mail order department and warehouse/distribution centre in West London, Morgan Computers is one of Europe's leading dealers in surplus, end-of-line and refurbished computer equipment. The website offers a full range of equipment with simple secure on-line ordering, stocks and prices reviewed daily, bargain basement section and weekly stock updates by e-mail.
Novatech Direct Ltd
• www.novatech.co.uk
Headers: PCs, Laptops, Servers, Barebone Systems, PC Components, Audio Visual, Consumables, Digital Cameras, Mobiles, Monitors, Networking, Peripherals, Printers, Software, Storage
Novatch keeps over 10,000 computer related products in stock. all at very competitive prices. In addition there is a wide range of audio visual equipment such DVD players, MP3 players, projectors and more. Founded in february 1987, Novatech, one of the UK's top mail order computer suppliers, is located in Cosham, Portsmouth, where there is also a showroom.
PC World
• www.pcworld.co.uk
Headers: Desktop PCs, Laptops, Flat Panel TVs, Monitors, Projectors, Printers & Accs, Handhelds & GPS, CD & DVD Drives, Data Storage, MP3 & iPods, Photography, PC Furniture, Software & Gaming, Software Downloads, Networking, Accessories, Component Shop
In addition to offering their large stock of computer related products online, the PC World website also features self help guides, hints and tips. They have also instituted a "Customer Quick Fix" service whereby customers can opt to have replacement parts for faulty items (under the scheme) sent to them by courier and they are able to access professional help and guidance on refitting 24/7. (0870 number).
Installation service: for most large LCD and plasma TVs
• Special Features: 14 day returns policy.
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