These are the parts that I am ordering for my first build
But before I buy I want to throw it out to you guys. Any thoughts/ideas/concerns? I appreciate all input. Thanks!
Case:
LIAN LI PC-61 USB Black Aluminum ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
DVD-RW:
SONY Black 1.44MB 3.5" Internal Floppy Drive Windows 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP - OEM
HardDrive:
Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 ST3320620AS (Perpendicular Recording Technology) 320GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM
PSU:
Thermaltake TR2 W0070RUC ATX 430W Power Supply - Retail
RAM:
PNY 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 667 (PC2 5300) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model D22GX53OPT - Retail
MoBo:
ASUS P5B LGA 775 Intel P965 Express ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
CPU:
Intel Core 2 Duo E4300 Allendale 1.8GHz LGA 775 Processor Model BX80557E4300 - Retail
Anything else im missing? Compatibility? THANKS!
2007-03-15 12:48:17 · 7 answers · asked by **turbostance** 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
What about graphics card? Depending on graphics card, whether you SLI it or not ( 1 or 2 graphics card ), the 450W power supply may not be enough. Remember power supply does not constantly run at that wattage. You have to consider the % range it would run in. I would recommend something like a 600W w/ 80% power rating as a minimum if you plan to get 2 decent quality graphics cards & SLI it or 1 BIG graphics card.
Lian Li makes some good cases, however, they get an "F-" in their instruction manuals for new builders.
DVD-RW drive you only listed a floppy drive?
2007-03-15 12:51:47 · answer #1 · answered by yungr01 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems like you chose a floppy drive for your DVD-RW device. They should cost somewhere around $30-$50. Also, don't forget about a video card (you'll need PCI-E for that board) - try spending around $80-$120 for that.
Other than that, everything should be good. If your CPU doesn't come with a heatsink, be sure to get one also.
Also, don't forget about the operating system. If you really want Windows, be sure to purchase an OEM copy - it's lots cheaper that way. Otherwise, I recommend downloading Ubuntu Linux at http://www.ubuntu.com
2007-03-15 19:55:56 · answer #2 · answered by excelblue 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Also do a dual boot with one of the free Linux operating systems. My favourite is UBUNTU (or XUBUNTU if the computer has less than 256MB of RAM).
It's a free, reliable and up to date operating system.
You can explore it from the "LIVE CD".
It's easy to install and use. You can dual boot it with other operating systems.
Once you have it installed, you gain access to thousands of free programs created by the open source community. There is excellent support - see the WIKI starter guide, and the Linux forums.
Always back up your data before making changes to your computer.
2007-03-16 11:59:26 · answer #3 · answered by hitechsleuth 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think thats it but did you include the software for the computer like windows xp or you could use ubunto its free and works almost as great as windows. But i would recomed windows xp if money is no problem
2007-03-15 19:56:43 · answer #4 · answered by crazybarfighter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a Video Card
2007-03-15 19:51:40 · answer #5 · answered by ClanMan 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a fan or something to keep it cool....if if doesnt come with the case
2007-03-15 20:14:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
anandtech.com (better then here)
go for the 6300+, unless your doing major ocing.
2007-03-15 19:52:24 · answer #7 · answered by videogames101 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋