First Build, ugh...

[chipdip]

I have just ordered the parts for a first build. This will just be a simple MicroATX PC, as far as I know, this computer will work flawlessly, but that is the reason I am here, to get advice from everyone that has built a computer.

* Biostar TForce6100-939 NVIDIA Socket 939 MicroATX Motherboard
* AMD Athlon 64 3200+
* Kingston 512MB PC3200 DDR 400MHz Memory
* Seagate 250GB UDMA/100 7200RPM 8MB IDE HDD
* Ultra V-Series 400-Watt PSU (Will fit in Case)
* Generic CD-ROM and Floppy Disk drives

As I said before, as far as I know, this computer should work flawlessly, but I have never built a computer before, I only have experience repairing them.

[Alaron]

Well, we can't really critique the parts now that you've bought them. I will say though that you should replace the Ultra PSU, they are low quality units.

Here is our guide to building a PC: http://www.pcmech.com/byopc/index.htm

[chipdip]

Well, we can't really critique the parts now that you've bought them. I will say though that you should replace the Ultra PSU, they are low quality units.

That is a very good point, I am aware that the PSU is low-quality, but I am not trying to make an uber awesome gaming rig, just a basic PC, nothing out of the ordinary.

[Alaron]

Regardless of the use you intend, the power supply is connected to everything. If it dies, the results aren't pretty. You can leave it in if you want, but I would highly recommend spending another $40 for a good PSU. We have a list: http://forum.pcmech.com/showthread.php?t=131195

[dogdude16]

If you PSU dies it could take out the mobo and other parts

[chipdip]

I am lucky enough to live next to a computer store with a good price on an Antec Antec SP-350 PSU.
http://www.compusa.com/products/product_info.asp?pfp=cat3&product_code=332376&Pn=SP_350_SmartPower_350_Watt_ATX12V_v2_0_PSU_Power_Supply

[Strider]

What computer case are you going to use (just out of curiosity)?

[786ARS]

will that psu fit in that case?

[newbuilder14]

Well if he originally was going to buy an Ultra PSU that was ATX sized, I assume the Antec SP-350 will as it's the same size.

[chipdip]

Yes, it will fit in the case. The case I was planning to use was can be found at http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1800610&sku=ULT33114