How to Buy a Workstation with NVLink
Written on September 28, 2021 by William GeorgeNVLink is a proprietary NVIDIA interconnect for high-speed communication between video cards. If you are considering NVLink for your next Puget Systems workstation, this post will help you decide if it is right for you and show you how to get it.
Consultant's Corner: Adjusting with the Times
Written on June 2, 2021 by Wilson ChauWhen the pandemic hit last year, it threw everyone into a tailspin. Not only did we have to adjust, but so did a number of our clients.
Consultant's Corner: Can I Run Older Software on a new PC?
Written on April 20, 2021 by Jared LewisHow can we meet the news of a customer who has legacy software needs? Recently Jared faced this issue where a customer wanted to run an older version of Windows but also wanted a new system with older port options.
Consultant's Corner - Keeping One More Computer Out of the Landfill
Written on March 21, 2021 by Jeff StubbersBIOS and CMOS issues are rare, but when they happen, they can be challenging to replicate and repair. Learn how Jeff helped one customer solve these issues on a workstation not purchased from Puget Systems.
Consultant's Corner - Why I Turned Down a Sale
Written on February 24, 2021 by Geno RosarioWe aim to provide the best solution for each customer. Sometimes that means turning down a sale.
Does Puget Systems Offer a Rush Service?
Written on August 20, 2020 by Jeff StubbersIf you are looking to get expedited service for getting your computer from Puget Systems more quickly, this is the post for you!
Does Puget Systems Offer Payment Plans?
Written on May 12, 2020 by Jeff StubbersIf you are wondering about payment options when purchasing a system from Puget Systems, this is the post for you!
An Interview with our Post-It Note Artist
Written on May 10, 2020 by Brett NordquistPuget Systems is full of skilled computer builders. But we also have employees with many other talents. One person I'd like to talk about today is someone with a unique talent who has found a way to share it with a few of our customers.
Ask a Consultant - Do I Need Dual CPUs for Photoshop?
Written on May 8, 2020 by Jared LewisWorking with a Puget systems Technology Consultant can save a lot of time, and take a lot of headaches and worry out of the process of selecting a system.
You Have Questions
Written on April 26, 2020 by Brett NordquistMost of my day is spent talking to customers on the phone, over email, and sometimes in person at events or personal visits. I collect feedback about our products and services and take it back to the management at Puget Systems so that we can learn what's working and what we need to improve.
The Puget Systems Consulting Experience: What You Can Expect
Written on April 14, 2020 by Jeff StubbersIf you are not familiar with hardware, it can be scary reaching out to a company regarding a new computer. To help put your mind at ease, this post discusses what to expect when reaching out to Puget Systems.
However Long It Takes
Written on April 26, 2019 by Brett NordquistFresh out of college, I entered the workforce with a lot of enthusiasm, energy and the assumption that my education had taught me everything I needed to succeed. It didn't take long for me to realize I had a lot to learn, and that began one morning when my first manager called me into his office.
Big Enough
Written on March 3, 2019 by Brett NordquistDuring a recent discussion with an engineer who was considering having us build him a workstation, he made a comment about our company: "You're big enough, but not too big."
Making a Connection with your Customer
Written on January 25, 2019 by Brett NordquistAround Thanksgiving last year, I decided to take advantage of a sale at a popular online gaming company. After researching various titles I might enjoy, I settled on a game and purchased it through the store. The game installed fine, but wouldn't allow me to start a new game. I don't have a lot of patience when it comes to troubleshooting games. Games should be a break from work. I enjoy a good RPG such as Diablo that I can play with my sons or daughters. When this new game wouldn't launch, I searched Google for help, but after a few hours, I hadn't made any progress.
High Expectations
Written on November 4, 2018 by Brett NordquistA couple of years ago, a new restaurant opened for business in town. For anyone traveling into St. George from Las Vegas or Zion National Park, it is hard to miss because it's situated the ledge which overlooks the town.
Out of Ideas
Written on August 31, 2018 by Brett NordquistA close friend recently had a defibrillator successfully placed in his chest. I was surprised when he explained how the doctors had him under light sedation where he didn't feel pain, but could hear the doctors converse during the four-hour surgery.
Voting with My Wallet
Written on January 4, 2018 by Brett NordquistWhat are you willing to trade for cheap? I had two boxes to send across the country. A US Post Office and a UPS Store are equidistant from my home, but I decided to take the cheap route and head to the USPS.
The Tarantula Hawk
Written on December 10, 2017 by Brett Nordquist"My report is on the tarantula hawk. Can you read it and look for mistakes?" My son handed me a sheet of well-worn paper with thick lines and plenty of space for a fourth grader to write. I took a red marker in hand and began reading about the tarantula hunting wasp.
The Last 5 Percent
Written on October 20, 2017 by Brett NordquistHave you ever gone to an upscale restaurant on a special occasion? The hostess greets you immediately, and your table is ready. Your server is friendly and attentive, and the meal itself is everything you hoped it would be. Your table location, the lighting and the ambiance are perfect. Your server brings the check to your table and says,
Keeping Up To Date
Written on October 11, 2017 by Wilson ChauOne comment I hear often when talking to a client is, "I used to keep up to date with technology, but it's been a while now, and I'm out of touch with the latest trends." I can certainly understand why.
Great Service from an Unlikely Source
Written on September 22, 2017 by Brett NordquistSometimes you find excellent customer service in the most unlikely places. That's what I'd like to tell you about today. Just over four years ago, I left the state of Washington for the desert of southern Utah. In addition to trading the mild Seattle climate for the scorching summers of Utah, I was now on the hook to pay state income tax. Washington finds a way to get their pound of flesh through higher sales and property taxes, but completing my end-of-year accounting was easier in Washington because all I had to worry about was Federal taxes.
Family Photo Storage Options
Written on August 28, 2017 by Wilson ChauI'm not a professional photographer and neither is my wife. Heck, we're not even amateur photographers either. I'd say we're more social photographers. Beyond the occasional spur of the moment, all our pictures are from special occasions like our kid's birth, vacations, birthday parties, etc. I'd imagine many of you are similar. We've amassed thousand of photos throughout the years, and our current method of backing those up is burning them to a DVD. There has to be a better way.
The Best Service for Sharing Large Files
Written on July 14, 2017 by Brett NordquistOver the past few years, customers have asked us to recommend a service for sharing large files. In the past I've recommended Dropbox to those sending files under 2GB. But what if you need to send a really large file, say a 50GB file? And what if you need to send that 50GB file to five people in different locations?
Have a problem? Don't Wait!
Written on July 7, 2017 by Wilson ChauI was recently having some issues with my cable internet and TV. At first, the cable box would periodically freeze and we'd be unable to change the channel. About the same time, the internet would cut out as well too. At first, it was only happening a couple of times a week. Eventually, it started happening a couple times a day.
On Culture and Unspoken Rules
Written on May 9, 2017 by Jon BachWe believe that computers should be a pleasure to purchase and own. They should get your work done, and not be a hindrance. How do we keep that experience mission as we grow?