Aye give your 920 an OC if you haven't already, it's still a very potent CPU.
"I need a New PC!" 2013 Part 2. Haswell = #IntelnoTIM, but free online. READ THE OP.
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Aye give your 920 an OC if you haven't already, it's still a very potent CPU.
I'd say hold out until the new hotness releases, unless you're hurting for performance. All those ACX 760s would be putting a lot of heat into your case.
Well, before yesterday I had no GPU's since I sold my 670's a couple weeks ago. I think I'll go pick up another GTX 760 for $200 and do SLI until the 9970 comes out, then pick up one or two of those. I expect AMD's new card to beat the pants off the GTX 780 and Titan.
Also, this has to be one of the coolest PC setups I've ever seen. I want it!
The desks are up for sale, supposed to ship in November. Spendy as all hell though!
If your only multi-card experience has been with SLI, expect to be frustrated at times with Crossfire. AMD is a lot slower than NVIDIA is with profiles, so you'll need to be creating your own custom profiles a lot more often.
If your only multi-card experience has been with SLI, expect to be frustrated at times with Crossfire. AMD is a lot slower than NVIDIA is with profiles, so you'll need to be creating your own custom profiles a lot more often.
Anyone ever use DD-WRT or Tomato? Is it possible to limit max bandwidth per IP? I am thinking of paying for upgraded Internet and my roommate doesn't want to contribute, so I figured it would only be fair for me to alot myself the additional bandwidth.
My current plan is 28/1 and I'm upgrading to 45/4. So I'd like to keep 28/1 as the max upstream for all devices combined but my own. Is that possible?
Not that I want to be selfish or anything, but I'd be paying for this primarily for upstream purposes, and that won't do me much good if my roommates are torrenting and eating into the additional bandwidth.
My current plan is 28/1 and I'm upgrading to 45/4. So I'd like to keep 28/1 as the max upstream for all devices combined but my own. Is that possible?
Not that I want to be selfish or anything, but I'd be paying for this primarily for upstream purposes, and that won't do me much good if my roommates are torrenting and eating into the additional bandwidth.
Yeah, it's like $1400 right? Not really worth it just to showcase a PC. But damn if it doesn't look awesome.
I've seen data on their new drivers doing great things with Crossfire, but that doesn't sound ideal. I love SLI (it works just as well as single cards from my experiences in the last two years), but perhaps the 9970 will be fast enough alone and OC'd that SLI/Crossfire will be redundant for my needs.
Yes, I have. It's very easy to do in DD-WRT or Tomato, in fact, you wouldn't even need a guide. Just set up QoS, and give your MAC address most of the bandwidth. Set any other MAC addresses to whatever amount of bandwidth you want.
PairOfFilthySocks
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So the parts for my PC will be arriving within the week and I'm wondering about how to go about avoiding any possible static damage. I'm too stingy to get a wrist-strap and it usually pisses rain where I live so I figure static isn't too great a danger here. That said, are there any good rule-of-thumb ideas to follow? Say, grounding yourself with a radiator or something?
Ground yourself on the case and you'll be fine.
Yeah, just keep tapping that case!
SneakyStephan
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Well, before yesterday I had no GPU's since I sold my 670's a couple weeks ago. I think I'll go pick up another GTX 760 for $200 and do SLI until the 9970 comes out, then pick up one or two of those. I expect AMD's new card to beat the pants off the GTX 780 and Titan.
Also, this has to be one of the coolest PC setups I've ever seen. I want it!
Ay ay ay, why would anyone ever put an lcd monitor in portrait mode.
For frequent document viewing - portrait mode is awesome.
As long as you're not rubbing fleece or touching parts you don't have to, you don't have to worry too much. You can always touch a metal tap, radiator or something else that's grounded to be sure you're discharged.
Hey, PC GAF. I haven't built my own computer since about 2003. Been using laptops ever since (college etc). But now it's time I get back on the PC train. Is there a popular build going around lately that would be easy to do? I'm honestly not looking for anything super high end. However, I'm not sure on whether I should go Radeon or nVidia cards, or if I should do an i5 or go with AMD. I'm not looking to break the bank either, so maybe it would make sense for me to go with the budget AMD stuff? I also can probably hold out on an SSD drive until there's like a Black Friday sale or something, so a SATA for now is fine as well as long as my mobo will enable me to upgrade to a SSD in the future. I don't play many high end games, but I would prefer to be able to run things like DotA 2, SC2, Diablo at max settings which I know isn't that difficult to do these days. So I guess I'm looking to spend somewhere around 500-600? Also, is there any reason to go with Windows 8 right now, or am I fine sticking with 7 still?
Budget: 500-600, United States
Main Use: Rate 1-5. 5 being Highest: Gaming (5)
Monitor Resolution: I need to buy a new monitor (don't include this in the above budget though)
List SPECIFIC games or applications that you MUST be able to run well: I'd prefer 60 fps (Dota 2, SC2, Diablo 3)
Looking to reuse any parts?: none
When will you build?: The sooner the better?
Will you be overclocking?: No
Budget: 500-600, United States
Main Use: Rate 1-5. 5 being Highest: Gaming (5)
Monitor Resolution: I need to buy a new monitor (don't include this in the above budget though)
List SPECIFIC games or applications that you MUST be able to run well: I'd prefer 60 fps (Dota 2, SC2, Diablo 3)
Looking to reuse any parts?: none
When will you build?: The sooner the better?
Will you be overclocking?: No
Read the OP. Fill out the Survey.
Sorry, had it copied to paste, but posted it without. Edited now!
Take a look at the builds in the OP, play around and see what you come up with, and we can scrutinize from there. For your CPU go Intel, GPU it depends on what is on offer at the time. AMD have brought back their Never Settle bundle so you get two free games with their cards from the 7800 series and above. This is an idea at the top end of your budget
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i5-4430 3.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($174.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI B85M-G43 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($74.24 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($58.65 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7850 2GB Video Card ($158.57 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($36.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Antec 450W ATX12V Power Supply ($34.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $598.41
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
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7 is fine, no point buying another copy of the OS if you've already got one.
Most of your questions are answered in the OP...
You won't be able to do an i5 for that money unless you go used parts - there is nothing wrong with going used parts. It's easier to find a deal on a 7850 than a 650TIBOOST because the 7850 has been around longer.
No reason to go with Win 8 if you already have a copy of Win 7. The recommendation is to go with whichever you can find for cheaper.
or if you don't mind used mkenyon is selling ASUS P8Z77-I motherboard (mini-ITX), Intel i5 2500K, Corsair H60 in the B/S/T thread. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=77162759&postcount=15715
Okay, that's what I was wondering. Although I think my Win7 is 32bit which may be a problem?
Would you say it's worth it to spend a little extra for the i5? Am I getting the most bang with my buck that way? I've heard i7s aren't worth the money currently (and I obviously understand it isn't even possible with the budget I'm looking at).
Ah cool. Thanks.
That is a good shout. Could throw this together then
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($58.65 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7850 2GB Video Card ($158.57 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Node 304 Mini ITX Tower Case ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: XFX 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $382.19
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
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Would be a tad over budget but worth it
Your key is good for both versions, just download the 64 bit ISO.
That Corsair H60 is just for overclocking purposes right?
Not necessarily. It's quieter and takes up less room than a good air cooler.
Hmmm alright.
Kind of just want to pull the trigger on everything right now haha. I haven't assembled a computer in years! Is that H60 tricky to hook up? I've never installed one of those.
TY for above plugs 
Nope, easy as pie. Easier than most large air coolers. A total of 8 screws (four into CPU socket, four to mount the radiator to the case), a fan header for the fan, and plug the pump into power.
Nah, totally easy. It's a CLOSED LOOP cooler, meaning completely self contained - you mount it on the motherboard and then screw it to where you would put the exhaust fan.
Also - it would likely come already attached.
The more I look at the Node 304 the more I wants one. Cute little case.
Ha yeah you can trust him, he's a good soul and will take great care of you.
Ha yeah you can trust him, he's a good soul and will take great care of you.
Lemme see...
This was uploaded about 11 months ago. That's when it was first built.
It sat unused for about 5 months, then was used ~February-July as a primary rig by a friend. Since getting it back the first week of July, it was used for about a week, then again unused.
Ok I have a problem. I built a pc back in march and have been using it since. Today I unplugged it and went to blow the dust out of it. I connect it back together and now its turns on for a second then shuts down. I have no idea what to do.
Specs:
Nzxt Source 220 Case
Intel Core-i5 3470
Stock heatsink
Radeon hd 7850 1Gb
Asrock z75 Pro3 motherboard
Kingston hyperx 120gb ssd
Wd green 1.5tb
Antec BP550 psu
Specs:
Nzxt Source 220 Case
Intel Core-i5 3470
Stock heatsink
Radeon hd 7850 1Gb
Asrock z75 Pro3 motherboard
Kingston hyperx 120gb ssd
Wd green 1.5tb
Antec BP550 psu
Reseat everything. Check the connection you have between the heat sink and cpu
Did this. Yep. Boots up perfectly. Was scared I would have to replace the Psu as I restart school next week lol. Thanks to both of you and this teaches me not to panic
Nope, but that 750W is an amazing PSU that is currently on sale for cheaper than the 550W. Jump on it.
No, he only recommended because it was so cheap. I wouldn't go for it though if you are getting a Node, the cables will be a mess to deal with. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003H4QPDC/?tag=neogaf0e-20 get that.
edit: just noticed it is partially modular, so you might be fine.
Alright, thanks again. Gonna order everything now I think.
Time to lock down a monitor next! Gonna recheck the OP for that.
You thought I didn't think this through?
Cables will still be long
! But that's not really an issue, I used a PSU with long cables in the CM 120 and it was ok to get it to fit.I'm excited for you. Love the Node. Almost got one before settling in on my current case.
Ha I'm excited too. I expect pics Trasher when you're finished!
Haha now I have to play the waiting game. That's always the worst part!
I'll for sure post some pics when everything is done.
Thanks again for all the replies. Like I said, I haven't built a PC in forever so I really appreciate all the help with my stupid questions. There may be more once I start putting it together too.
If GTX 670 is still £172.40 in a months time I am going to do something stupid and order 2 . http://www.scan.co.uk/products/2gb-...915mhz-core-boost-980mhz-gddr5-6008mhz-memory
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So this might be a slightly controversial question, but I'm looking at getting a new monitor. One is 1080p, the other is 1600x900. The price difference and the screen difference is trivial, so let's not count it here.
Given that I want to play things in their native resolution, is the one with the lesser resolution likely to give my graphics card an easier time?
Given that I want to play things in their native resolution, is the one with the lesser resolution likely to give my graphics card an easier time?
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