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[Chrono]

Yeah another PC topic. Last one I promise.

I've been putting this off for a long time. I just got a DVD writer (and an enclosure) and thought why not start now. I'll be using the same monitor/mouse/keyboard/speakers so I won't need those too. Here we go...

Motherboard: NO IDEA.

CPU: NO IDEA.


Memory: 1 gig.

http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproductdesc.asp?description=20-145-440&DEPA=1

(It's 'OEM'. I'm not exactly sure what is that and how better the retail version is?)

Sound Card: I think I'll leave this for the motherboard. I'm not an audiophile but if it's really important please tell me.

Case: I like this one.

http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=11-129-144&depa=0

Power Supply: I heard this is really important and I want this PC to last a pretty long time.

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=17-103-914&depa=0

OR http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=17-103-924&depa=0

No idea what this neo power business is.

Hard Drive:

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=22-148-035&depa=1

Video Card:

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=14-161-109&depa=0

Expensive. I'm not sure if I want this... @_@

OS: I'll probably get this from school. Are there any disadvantages/differences for not having the full retail version?

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=37-116-193&depa=0

More software: Norton messed my PC big time so I'm going with trend micro.

http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproductdesc.asp?description=32-108-702&DEPA=6

(Question: Do I also need a router? I don't have a network but from what I know it's also a good firewall...)


Do I need anything else? Screws, anti-static gloves or whatever? A big thank you for help. XD

Everything totals up to approximately $680 or so (not counting the OS).

 

[Drexon]

Mobo: Microstar K8N Neo2-Platinum nForce3 (or just get an asus if you want a cheaper one)
CPU: (Duh) an Athlon 64, get whatever speed you can afford. 3000+ is still fine with new games.
Memory: 1 gig, yes. But wich brand? I got my Kingston (I think values) for just $5 more than the cheapest ones, so...
Good case. I think.
No soundcard, wait. The built in is fine for me.
PSU: Just get atleast 400W. The difference between the others is basically noise.
HDD: Yes.
GFX: Yes.
Pirate the software.

 

[Oh! My Car!]

RAM: 1GB Corsair Value
Audio: M-Audio Revo 5.1 (onboard is usually crap)
CPU: AMD64 3200
PSU: Seasonic Super Silencer/Tornado, 350-400W is enough
Video: ATI 9800PRO
HDD: Any Seagate 7200.8 S-ATA
MBD: K8N Neo Platinum


But might I persuade you into something different?

Clickity click!

 

[Jotaro]

Pirate the software.

But, but, don't copy that floppy!

 

[Shogmaster]

But might I persuade you into something different?

Clickity click!

He was considering building a sports car and you provide a link to a Vespa? WTF IS WRONG WICHOO?!?

 

[AntoneM]

the 9800 Pro is a good choice, but might I suggest a 6600GT, http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=14-130-220&depa=1

Basically the only difference is that your 9800 Pro has a 256bit memory bus, but with current games, it doesn't matter much since it can't run them well at high settings that take advantgae of the memory bandwidth. for gaming ay 1280x1024 and less the 6600GT is as good or better than a 9800Pro, and hey, you save $30.

 

[Chrono]

Thanks for the replies everybody. XD

max_cool: wouldn't that be useful later on though (256bit memory bus)? I don't want to upgrade this pc for a while.


So for motherboard I think I'm going with what OMC suggested, it has a lot of good reviews.

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=13-130-487&depa=0

(couldn't find the motherboard you suggested at newegg drexon )


For the CPU [edit]..... :'(

 

[Shogmaster]

Thanks for the replies everybody. XD

max_cool: wouldn't that be useful later on though (256bit memory bus)? I don't want to upgrade this pc for a while.


So for motherboard I think I'm going with what OMC suggested, it has a lot of good reviews.

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=13-130-487&depa=0

(couldn't find the motherboard you suggested at newegg drexon )


For the CPU it's gonna be one of these two, I'm just not sure with which one to go with. Any ideas?

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=19-103-484&depa=0

OR

http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=19-103-498&depa=0

Don't be buying a 754 pin A64 in march of 2005 for cryin out loud...... Especially if you've already chosen a 939 pin mobo already!

 

[Chrono]

I guess I'll get the 3500+ now.

Spoiler

*flees*