"I need a New PC!" 2011 Thread of reading the OP. Seriously. [Part 2]
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BoobPhysics101
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Wow, awesome. I wonder if I can go back and price-match my 2500k that was $180 + $45 Asus Z68 mobo down to $149...
ColonialRaptor
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Yeah, it's my old OS SSD, I'm going to use it for game installs now for fast loading
Just so I'm clear, is that processor this one? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115072
And if so, is here any reason not to pay $170 for it over this one for $225 at NewEgg? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115072
It looks to line up spec for spec but I want to be sure I don't overlook something. The closes MicroCenter I have is in Houston, but I don't think I'll be driving out there for Black Friday and $179 sounds a lot better than $225.
BoobPhysics101
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It is the 2500k, yes. It's THE processor to buy. And $150 for it is an absolute steal.
Wolf Akela
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For $150 it's robbery. There's absolutely no reason not to get it if you're considering a processor upgrade.
robor
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Anyone?
Accidentally double linked to the Newegg i5, ha. I meant to link this one: http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0354589
Still the same. I thought I could order it online for $170 now, but that appears to be in store only, too. Braving the crowds of Houston Black Friday seems like it'd be a nightmare, but I may have to do it for that deal.
Still the same. I thought I could order it online for $170 now, but that appears to be in store only, too. Braving the crowds of Houston Black Friday seems like it'd be a nightmare, but I may have to do it for that deal.
What slots are available and what kind of wireless Internet do you have (2.4 GHz or 5.0 GHz)?
jstevenson
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It's only $180 at Microcenter right now as is, and if you buy a Mobo with it (certain Mobos, in their November add, but pretty much the whole ASUS z68 line) - you get an additional 60 bucks off. Some of those boards are on sale too.
Not sure if the Black Friday ad combines with the November add/60 dollars off, but if it does, it's an even better deal
Clever Pun
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yeah for $150 I have to give it a shot too. The worst part is that it's so close to the Galleria, traffic will probably be awful. Hopefully getting there a little early will be sufficient, it's not worth hours of camping the doors.
Yeah, I was wondering that as well. of those motherboards with the deal, which is recommended? I'm more interested in the best price than the best OC capability.
Celcius
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I was tempted to get two of the intel 120gb ssd's, but the mail-in rebate killed it.
I need help in finding an ultra low RPM case fan. As I posted earlier, I'm building an HTPC rig with an AMD E350M mainboard. From what I understand, it might need a little bit of airflow to keep it within an acceptable temperature range.
So, I'm looking for a very low RPM case fan. 200-300RPM 120MM fan would do, as I could just stick it on top of the heatsink. Any help in finding this?
edit: whoa, Antec P280...finally a refresh worth looking at:
That's bound to be a great case. Finally the Fractal R3 has some competition.
So, I'm looking for a very low RPM case fan. 200-300RPM 120MM fan would do, as I could just stick it on top of the heatsink. Any help in finding this?
edit: whoa, Antec P280...finally a refresh worth looking at:
That's bound to be a great case. Finally the Fractal R3 has some competition.
Lucky Forward
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Lucky Forward said:
Thanks for the reply, but I'm not ready to give up on the G500 because I've quickly gotten used to using the programmable buttons on it for web browsing (page up/page down/home/F5), so I tried this quick fix to add some grip texture to the thumb side...
It's self-stick velcro material like they sell in Staples, I used the nubby "hook" side of it. So far it's working nicely and gives me something I can get a grip on without having my thumb slide up the side. Of course, I would prefer to have it in black, so I'll keep an eye out for black velcro next time I'm in an office store.
I'm guessing you used the ASUS variant of the AMD E350.
Take a look at the Scythe case fans as they tend to be on the quieter side or just use an even bigger fan (e.g. 140mm) if you have room.
Kermit The Frog
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So when are the expected release dates for the first 28nm graphics cards?
Have you seen the price? Not really competition. Also, check out the CM Silencio 550.
They also are previewing the Eleven Hundred, which seems to have finally caught up to Coolermaster circa 2009. Supposedly it'll be priced around 600T range, which makes it even more of a joke.
I want to like a case by them so bad, but they're so bloated and stuck in the past. They're clinging to one of their decent cases (P series), but are totally pricing it out of competition. They're lucky they have so many retail partners.
What are your ambients like? That seems pretty high for an H100 @ 1.4V. Though, I'm not overly familiar with what is typical for SB-E.
Q1 or Q2 of next year. Probably around March. AMD is looking to beat Nvidia to the punch, again.
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Exodu5, have you considered just grabbing a voltage regulator knob/fan controller type thing, like the one included with Fractal cases? Could just grab a a really low RPM fan and then additionally put that at close to min. Or even just a plain old fan controller, could internally mount it. Would look ugly on the inside, but I'd imagine your dad wouldn't care too much.
The Noctua NF-S12B is 500RPM i don't think theres going to be anything much slower than that. I know noctua also has in-line resistors to slow the fans even more but with such low voltage it may not turn at all. I seriously doubt there would be any noise difference between 300 and 500 though.
So is it safe to pull the trigger on that 2500K? I'm in the market for one for my 560ti. Is that site reliable? I'm also looking for a mobo. I'm overclocking both the 2500k and the gpu.
Nvm the nearest micro center is in Michigan... I live in California. Any place that can price match, Fry's?
Nvm the nearest micro center is in Michigan... I live in California. Any place that can price match, Fry's?
jstevenson
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what? there is a microcenter in silicon valley and one in orange county
Hmmm that didn't come up in google maps, either way I live live in northern California and that's about 6 hours away.
Get the lowest rpm version of the more expensive series of Noiseblocker fans and undervolt them to 5volt by modifying a molex connectorI need help in finding an ultra low RPM case fan. As I posted earlier, I'm building an HTPC rig with an AMD E350M mainboard. From what I understand, it might need a little bit of airflow to keep it within an acceptable temperature range.
So, I'm looking for a very low RPM case fan. 200-300RPM 120MM fan would do, as I could just stick it on top of the heatsink. Any help in finding this?
edit: whoa, Antec P280...finally a refresh worth looking at:
That's bound to be a great case. Finally the Fractal R3 has some competition.
Smoothest running fans I've ever had
dacuk
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Thanks, Haz
shadowsdarknes
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So I'm looking to build the 800 dollar rig mentioned in the OP. At the moment though, I'm looking to omit the GPU. Will the rig be fine without it?
What will it be used for? Can you fill out that section from the OP?
shadowsdarknes
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Basic Desktop Questions:
Your Current Specs: N/A
Budget: 600-700
Main Use: At the moment, just general use, but I'd like everything to be up to par so I can eventually throw in a video card and be good.
Monitor Resolution: I plan to get a 24 inch 1080p monitor.
List SPECIFIC games that you MUST be able to play: N/a
Are reusing any parts?: No
When will you build?: I'd like to have it read for christmas to build, but if waiting for hdd prices to decrease is worth it, I'd be in favor.
Will you be overclocking?: Yes (The 2500 3.3 apparently overclocks well to 3.7 ghz)
Right now, I'd like to omit the video card and upgrade later at some point. I'm playing Skyrim on PS3 right now, I'd like to eventually double dip on the PC version and use mods.
Will the current 800 dollar rig minus the video card work just fine? Also, I'd like to consider getting a small SSD for the OS and then storing the rest of my music and stuff on a larger drive.
chaosblade
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My connection is acting up and I can't resolve some domains (DNS flush did nothing) so I can't see the images in the OP, but the $800 build should be fine as long as you make sure you have a Z68 board so you can overclock and use the onboard video until you buy a GPU.
Laurentius
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Anyone have experience with this keyboard? (Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000)
I've read good reviews about it. Anybody that's used it, is it decent for gaming? That's what I'm a little concerned about, that it won't be an optimal keyboard for gaming.
It's on sale right now for a good price, which is why I'm asking (and I've been in need of a new keyboard).
I've read good reviews about it. Anybody that's used it, is it decent for gaming? That's what I'm a little concerned about, that it won't be an optimal keyboard for gaming.
It's on sale right now for a good price, which is why I'm asking (and I've been in need of a new keyboard).
Poimandres
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Looking for a new computer, but I'm pretty hopeless when it comes to this.
Your Current Specs:
Budget: $1500ish Australia
Main Use: Gaming
Monitor Resolution: 1080P
List SPECIFIC games that you MUST be able to play: Battlefield 3, Witcher 2
Are reusing any parts?: Nope
When will you build?: The next month or so would be nice
Will you be overclocking?: No
Your Current Specs:
Budget: $1500ish Australia
Main Use: Gaming
Monitor Resolution: 1080P
List SPECIFIC games that you MUST be able to play: Battlefield 3, Witcher 2
Are reusing any parts?: Nope
When will you build?: The next month or so would be nice
Will you be overclocking?: No
BoobPhysics101
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Anyone have experience with this keyboard? (Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000)
I've read good reviews about it. Anybody that's used it, is it decent for gaming? That's what I'm a little concerned about, that it won't be an optimal keyboard for gaming.
It's on sale right now for a good price, which is why I'm asking (and I've been in need of a new keyboard).
Using it right now. It's absolutely fantastic. So comfortable and actually works extremely well for gaming.
Where's it on sale at? I'll return mine to Best Buy.
Err Newegg question...went to check my cart to see if any prices had changed today and saw this:
The NZXT Source 210 case is the one from the spreadsheet, but the HEC 6T series w/ 400W PSU just kind of appeared in my cart, and it appears to be free? Is this just an advertisement or something? Could I use the free one instead of the one from the spreadsheet? It would save me a lot of money...
Edit: reading the reviews, seems like it's pretty cramped inside, frequently doesn't come with the necessary screws, and only comes with 1 SATA power cord...I also have no way to remove it from my cart.
The NZXT Source 210 case is the one from the spreadsheet, but the HEC 6T series w/ 400W PSU just kind of appeared in my cart, and it appears to be free? Is this just an advertisement or something? Could I use the free one instead of the one from the spreadsheet? It would save me a lot of money...
Edit: reading the reviews, seems like it's pretty cramped inside, frequently doesn't come with the necessary screws, and only comes with 1 SATA power cord...I also have no way to remove it from my cart.
Laurentius
Member
At NewEgg.
They're selling it for $29, and I still have a $15 dollar NewEgg voucher.
Been browsing through the NewEgg reviews, and it seems people are a bit divided on the gaming aspect. Some say it works great, while others disagree. Either way, seems great from a typing perspective.
Any other opinions?
It is a smaller case, but you have a small board and the 460 should fit. The 210 is a much better case, but if that is free (looks to be some weird error) I'd take it. It should work fine.
That KB is $60 shipped, lacks a windows key, is small, and has red lights on caps,scroll,num lock. So it might not be for everyone.
Piercedveil
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Are mechanical keyboards actually better? Or is it mostly personal preference?
Better. If anybody disagrees don't listen to them.
Err Newegg question...went to check my cart to see if any prices had changed today and saw this:
The NZXT Source 210 case is the one from the spreadsheet, but the HEC 6T series w/ 400W PSU just kind of appeared in my cart, and it appears to be free? Is this just an advertisement or something? Could I use the free one instead of the one from the spreadsheet? It would save me a lot of money...
Edit: reading the reviews, seems like it's pretty cramped inside, frequently doesn't come with the necessary screws, and only comes with 1 SATA power cord...I also have no way to remove it from my cart.
I was looking at that the other day. The hard drive in your cart comes with a free case.
Ah, right you are. Think I'm going to go ahead with the recommended one though, especially since (hopefully) I'll be using the new case for a while. I don't want to worry about being unable to upgrade in a year or two because the case is too small.
I'm also friends with an Amazon employee and getting a discount 
Piercedveil
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Couple of Windows 7 related questions.
I heard that you can activate OEM Windows on another computer as long as it is only installed to one computer at a time. Can anyone confirm this?
Is it all right to use a Windows 7 ISO file from the internet if you have misplaced your disk or don't have one, as long as you have an Activation Code?
Oh, and also, does a clean install of Windows 7 automatically format a HDD?
I heard that you can activate OEM Windows on another computer as long as it is only installed to one computer at a time. Can anyone confirm this?
Is it all right to use a Windows 7 ISO file from the internet if you have misplaced your disk or don't have one, as long as you have an Activation Code?
Oh, and also, does a clean install of Windows 7 automatically format a HDD?
If I were to build a new PC, I too would use the 500R
Wolf Akela
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You can download ISOs from Microsoft's site.
No. It'll put your previous Windows installation under Windows.old folder.
During installation though, it will ask you if you want to reformat it.
Bought this GTX 460 (now out of stock on Newegg) on Amazon, just wanted to know if I could SLI it with this GTX 460 on Newegg, or would I have to go back to Amazon and get the same exact one? I'm considering doing it in the future. Seems like the only difference between the two is the placement of the fan...
PSU is 700w, by the way. Should I be good?
PSU is 700w, by the way. Should I be good?
Piercedveil
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