Metroid In A Glass Tube
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Is that RAM with the fancy casing just eye candy?
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Koroviev
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I'm really impressed with the promotions they've been having on it. It's the one to get.
Not fancy at all. Very low-profile as a matter of fact.
Yup, ram doesn't really need clocking so very few will push ram to the point a spreader is anywhere near warranted.
piratepwnsninja
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A computer with a single purpose...
Drive tray goes in, drive tray comes out. Can't explain that!
I did. I wasn't aware that the i3-3220 was about the same at the FX-6300. Am now though.
Metroid In A Glass Tube
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I appreciate the help guys, any pro tips for a guy getting back into building a PC. Beginner tips?
Koroviev
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YouTube videos, especially for installing coolers. Closed-loop liquid cooling looks awesome.
Pretty much this. Use a video and this thread and you're set.
Went back to look at the fans I have on the list and caught that I have the 140mm listed.
But now you won't be able to look at your wonderful creation and pretty lights
Koroviev
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Eh, the window isn't even on the side I work from, so it's really just a novelty. I like the uniformity of the windowless model.
I was thinking about going with corsairs 1100 rpm fans,AF120. Will having push pull on each radiator provide enough cooling? I've got 18 of them on my spreadsheet. I was thinking about going with the 1650rpm. I'm wondering if that would be too loud.
Yeah I'm doing 2 Titans, but I was trying to find a Seasonic Platinum at 860watts. Only thing above their 770 was the 1000 and it was only 30 more bucks than the AX860 so I said screw it.
AF = case fan, SP = radiator/heatsink fan. Go for the SP quiet editions.
Koroviev
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Grotesque design? Remove all desktop icons and start screen tiles and it's very minimalist. I like it, but a lot of benchmarking software is incompatible.
Edit: speaking of Windows 8, is the software required for stress testing compatible?
Ah thanks. I feel silly now. I do need at least 3 case fans. So I'll add the SP120s to my list also.
The case might come with some AF equivalents.
Metroid In A Glass Tube
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I am wondering this as well, since they are the same price point. Thankfully you can turn off all those annoying "windows" and use it to your liking. Mostly.
So does any know when the refreshes are coming for the 120Hz monitors of Samsung/Asus? I'm interested in getting one, but I have a hard time finding them. Wanted to get a new GPU, but with ATI waiting till next year, I'm opting for a 120Hz monitor instead.
Btw what works better for 1080p@120fps, display port or dual DVI? I have 6950 btw, which has a mini display port and 2 DVI ports(DMC4 should be 120fps xD).
Btw what works better for 1080p@120fps, display port or dual DVI? I have 6950 btw, which has a mini display port and 2 DVI ports(DMC4 should be 120fps xD).
really? is that a new update or something? cause i was told that the Start button layout was a permenant thing you just had to use.
Koroviev
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I was able to get a used Asus for $220. I'll update on the condition once I've received it, but I don't suppose the new ones are going to be nearly as inexpensive.
Yeah. I was reading about it coming with fans. I'm waiting until after I get my case to finalize a lot of things.
So far I can knock off sound card and network card off of my list. What's the thing now for speakers?
Also, someone suggested a type of thermal paste to use on the blocks a few days ago, but I can't find what it was.
Maybe I should hit up ebay as well. Didn't think of that. Getting a decent 120Hz monitor for 200 something euro's would be nice.
Edit: Doesn't seem to be anything in my area(the Netherlands). Seems like the Asus one in the OP doesn't have audio out. The Samsung ones seem like the best fit for me, but I can't find them. :|
Anton668
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I love the R4, also have the windowless (by accident basically) but I'm very happy with it. So clean.
lol *waits patiently*
SquiddyCracker
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Might 8-core PC CPUs benefit from cross-platform development on the 8-core consoles coming out soon?
Headphones are the thing to go for these days. OP has some good suggestions and links.
No. The console CPUs aren't functionally 8 cores.
LonelyVagrant
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So...I think I just built my first PC...
It took me a couple of hours, mainly because I was trying to be as careful as possible...and I was trying to get some sort of order to the cables (to no avail). The real culprit of those hours was me being an idiot and not realizing that the power switch to the tower was not connected at all. I was almost sure I had damaged something or something was a dud...but man, that feeling I got when I hit the power button and the power supply, video card, and cooling fan kicked on. I think they called it a Yee-haw moment. Or a "Fuck yeah" moment.
But thanks to those that gave me help on building this (even though it only amounted to 'Does this look okay?') and thanks to this thread for existing. I needed a project to take on...and this made me feel awesome.
It took me a couple of hours, mainly because I was trying to be as careful as possible...and I was trying to get some sort of order to the cables (to no avail). The real culprit of those hours was me being an idiot and not realizing that the power switch to the tower was not connected at all. I was almost sure I had damaged something or something was a dud...but man, that feeling I got when I hit the power button and the power supply, video card, and cooling fan kicked on. I think they called it a Yee-haw moment. Or a "Fuck yeah" moment.
But thanks to those that gave me help on building this (even though it only amounted to 'Does this look okay?') and thanks to this thread for existing. I needed a project to take on...and this made me feel awesome.
IcyRhythms
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Any reason I shouldn't buy this and get something else instead...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820167086
I already have one Intel SSD. Seems reliable. I've not issues with the SSD and the speed is amazing.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820167086
I already have one Intel SSD. Seems reliable. I've not issues with the SSD and the speed is amazing.
So...I think I just built my first PC...
It took me a couple of hours, mainly because I was trying to be as careful as possible...and I was trying to get some sort of order to the cables (to no avail). The real culprit of those hours was me being an idiot and not realizing that the power switch to the tower was not connected at all. I was almost sure I had damaged something or something was a dud...but man, that feeling I got when I hit the power button and the power supply, video card, and cooling fan kicked on. I think they called it a Yee-haw moment. Or a "Fuck yeah" moment.
But thanks to those that gave me help on building this (even though it only amounted to 'Does this look okay?') and thanks to this thread for existing. I needed a project to take on...and this made me feel awesome.
This post should be in the OP.
Welcome to a dangerous expensive world
Bulldozer/Piledriver + mATX/ITX also just doesn't work. They all have low low end power delivery and those CPUs need a lot of power. Think an 8XXX will flat out throttle on that mobo.
Metroid In A Glass Tube
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http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX37647
How does this card look for a first build?
Gigabyte Radeon HD 7950 3GB OC GDDR5 or HISRadeon HD 7950 3GB GDDR5 PCI-E w/ DVI, HDMI, Dual DP
Same card, different manufact?
How does this card look for a first build?
Gigabyte Radeon HD 7950 3GB OC GDDR5 or HISRadeon HD 7950 3GB GDDR5 PCI-E w/ DVI, HDMI, Dual DP
Same card, different manufact?
Jex
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I basically asked the same question earlier and after a bit of googling found a very long thread on the subject: http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1713333
I'm personally going to go for the Gigabyte.
Infinite Justice
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So...I think I just built my first PC...
It took me a couple of hours, mainly because I was trying to be as careful as possible...and I was trying to get some sort of order to the cables (to no avail). The real culprit of those hours was me being an idiot and not realizing that the power switch to the tower was not connected at all. I was almost sure I had damaged something or something was a dud...but man, that feeling I got when I hit the power button and the power supply, video card, and cooling fan kicked on. I think they called it a Yee-haw moment. Or a "Fuck yeah" moment.
But thanks to those that gave me help on building this (even though it only amounted to 'Does this look okay?') and thanks to this thread for existing. I needed a project to take on...and this made me feel awesome.
Congrats man
the bold: Stuff like that happens to the best of us so don't feel bad
Metroid In A Glass Tube
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Awesome thanks, I mean really at this point it's just minor pros and con's it seems. Are you getting in on the 2 free games deal that most video cards seem to boast these days.
I think it's Crysis 3 and Bioshock I
Metroid In A Glass Tube
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So...I think I just built my first PC...
It took me a couple of hours, mainly because I was trying to be as careful as possible...and I was trying to get some sort of order to the cables (to no avail). The real culprit of those hours was me being an idiot and not realizing that the power switch to the tower was not connected at all. I was almost sure I had damaged something or something was a dud...but man, that feeling I got when I hit the power button and the power supply, video card, and cooling fan kicked on. I think they called it a Yee-haw moment. Or a "Fuck yeah" moment.
But thanks to those that gave me help on building this (even though it only amounted to 'Does this look okay?') and thanks to this thread for existing. I needed a project to take on...and this made me feel awesome.
Congrats!
How much did the set up set you back?
I want that gigabyte, it seems that the cooling is better than any other 7950.
But the only shop that has it with the Never Settle promotion doesn't have stock
LonelyVagrant
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This post should be in the OP.
Welcome to a dangerous expensive world
"Damn you GAF for making me spend money that was totally worth doing!"
Congrats man
the bold: Stuff like that happens to the best of us so don't feel bad
"It's funny because when I opened up the front panel to the tower, I saw a loose cable behind the piece that looked like it needed to get connected to something, and I go, 'Hmm...that looks interesting. OOH, look at that I/O panel'"
"Umm...I want to say around $650 altogether. Some pieces I bought online and paid for one-day shipping...because I was excited. And other parts I bought at Micro Center (The Processor, Motherboard and Hard Drive)"
outunderthestars
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I noticed that the Corsair Carbide 400R case was removed from the recommended build lists. Is there a reason for this? I am beginning to put together my build list and just wanted input on a good $80 - $120 case.
The 400R is on sale right now for $79.99 shipped right now.
edit: actually $69.99 with the additional visa prepaid card.
The 400R is on sale right now for $79.99 shipped right now.
edit: actually $69.99 with the additional visa prepaid card.
TimHortons
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haha nice catch! Actually forgot ram, Samsung ram seems to be non-existent here in Canada so went with Kingston HyperX Blu Black Series 8GB 2X4GB DDR3-1600
RumblingRosco
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The Samsung RAM has gotten insanely expensive. I got 2x4 GB for $35 shipped around mid-December, and it actually got as low as $31.50 with a coupon code at Newegg at one point shortly after I bought it. It's unbeatable at the $40 or less price, but with it getting closer to $80+, I just cannot see justifying it anymore, unless you need the low-profile that it offers.
Rand0m TAG
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Do these games change?
LiquidMetal14
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More important than that are the speeds it achieves while maintaining stability on performance and temp. 2133@1.5v and never see them get hotter than 35c. Amazing. I'm running quad channel on an X79 Sabertooth.
Yes, they do. It was Assassins Creed 3, before.
Metroid In A Glass Tube
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Depending on the series of card you get it's either
Bioshock Infinite and Tomb Raidier or Crysis3 (for the 'sale' right now anyway)
Koroviev
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That's too expensive, imo. I wouldn't pay more than ~$215 for a 256GB at this point.
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