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02-27-2007, 06:37 PM
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Bobby Geiser
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First Build Suggestions
I'm almost done saving up money for a new computer and was wondering what you guys would think of this:
http://secure.newegg.com/NewVersion/...Number=5029166
That's THE ABSOLUTE MAX I can spend on a computer. No more. I was wondering what you guys thought about how that looks. I'll be using this computer for music, gaming, graphics, and internet surfing. How does it look?
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02-27-2007, 08:31 PM
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Re: First Build Suggestions
Not bad. I assume you already have a decent monitor, keyboard, and speakers... I also assume that you're not gonna OC this...
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02-27-2007, 08:49 PM
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Re: First Build Suggestions
Power supply appears to be overkill for your application. Buying a separate case and PSU doesn't make sense if you are on the cheap. What about an Antec case? PSU and case in one. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811129155
It sounds like you really like the looks of your original case, though. I'd take the Antec for asthetics and silence, but it's your call.
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02-27-2007, 08:51 PM
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Bobby Geiser
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Re: First Build Suggestions
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Ya, my TV 
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You know, Wal-Mart Sells Cheap keybords/mice! (Temporary of course!) and I'll be using my YAMAHA Receiver and 4 bookshelf's until I get enough money to buy a new system. (which I'm getting help on here)
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Oh yes I will OC this! I'm going to over-clock it to 3.0GHz, nothing TOO huge! (and theres an OK amount of fans in that case, it'll do the job!)
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Power supply appears to be overkill for your application. Buying a separate case and PSU doesn't make sense if you are on the cheap. What about an Antec case? PSU and case in one.http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811129155
It sounds like you really like the looks of your original case, though. I'd take the Antec for asthetics and silence, but it's your call.
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I prefer Full-Sized cases, name brand PSU's, and a lot of extra power if I needed to add another GPU, HDD, etc.
Ohh ya, and how would I go about hooking this up to a HT?
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02-27-2007, 09:00 PM
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Re: First Build Suggestions
Good luck getting too the 3 ghz mark,I would also try and get a better GPU if your gonna game with it, the 7600 isnt that spectacular for gaming. I would also
suggest that you get a more dependable brand of PSU if your going too overclock.
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02-27-2007, 09:04 PM
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Bobby Geiser
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Well, the reason I want to over-clock it is that I can't afford getting a better GPU or CPU. I'll eventually get one of the 8800gtx's when the prices go down and I can afford it.
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02-27-2007, 09:10 PM
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Re: First Build Suggestions
just realize that the cooler master power supply may not let you get that high. just a heads up thats all. remember just because it says its 630 watts or whatever doesnt mean it is. there are lots of really good psu's in that price range that even thou they have a lower wattage rating, they will kick the pants off on that cooler master.
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02-28-2007, 04:01 AM
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Re: First Build Suggestions
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That Antec case he linked to definitely contains a name brand PSU -- Antec. That Sonata case is one of the best selling cases on NewEgg and it is very solid all around. I had mine for about 2 years and have thoroughly enjoyed it.
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02-28-2007, 04:33 AM
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Bobby Geiser
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Re: First Build Suggestions
I prefer a full-sized case, since this is my first build I want some room so I don't mess up. And, there's more upgrade opportunities with a full-sized case. I'm planning to have this computer for a long time and will upgrade it every once in a while. Adding more hard drives, DVD drives, possibly an HD DVD drive and Blue Ray. That's why I want a full-sized case. And, do you guys know a better power supply for that price or cheaper? I can't go much over $850.
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02-28-2007, 04:35 AM
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