Oem

[wiwazevedo]

Sorry another noob question

what does oem mean on newegg
when something is oem
as opposed to retail

 

[kof2000]

Retail versions may come with additional accessories, retail packaging, bundled software and warranty coverage. OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), White Box and Brown Box versions include the product and sometimes the drivers, but not much else. They are packaged generically and do not include software. OEM products are best-suited for system builders who don't require documentation or bundled accessories.

 

[wiwazevedo]

does it include the cables needed to like hook it up

 

[kof2000]

hardrive? no.

 

[Iluvpenguins]

no they don't give you the cables you need,but most cables are like 2-3 bucks anyway at your local computer store.

 

[Burgerbob]

I always have extras, so i always buy OEM unless it only comes Retail.

 

[eric92park]

OEM(Original Equipment Manufaturer)
Contains only the system or CD it self