Let’s Build: A Pint-Size Xeon Workstation!

THERE’S NO BETTER WAY to spend a hot summer afternoon than sipping on a glass of lemonade while cramming a desktop case full of the latest, greatest components needed to build a high-performance Xeon micro workstation.

Why build?

There can be numerous advantages to rolling your own workstations, as opposed to grabbing something ready-made from one of the popular hardware makers. The ability to keep up with changes in technology is a big one, as OEMs don’t always begin using the newest components the day they hit the market. Having the flexibility to choose exactly what goes in the box lets resellers customize solutions for specific vertical industries and job functions too. Plus, techs who support custom workstations tend to be more familiar with the components inside, which can speed up troubleshooting.

Finally, let’s not ignore another big benefit of the do-it-yourself approach: the ability to create workstations that don’t look anything like workstations. Contrary to popular belief, customers do care about looks, and those who say they don’t are lying. Innovative, creative designs can really help your offerings stand out in a sea of big, bland boxes.