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    SGI Indigo² Buyer's Guide

     General Information

    Introduction

    1. CPUs

    2. Graphics

    3. Memory

    4. Disc Drives

    5. Other extensions

    6. Other Details of Interest

    There are some other items you should check before buying a specific Octane:

    • What is the general cosmetic condition?
    • Is the lockbar present? It prevents opening the case by unauthorized people.
    • Are keyboard and mouse included? Of course, you can also use normal PS/2 styled keyboards and mice.
    • Is IRIX installed, which version? Is it a clean install? Do you also get the installation CDs?
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