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Old 02-15-2007, 05:32 PM   #1
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Thumbs up New build final part list (mid-high end gaming)

So just wanted to have you guys check out my final list of parts and if any relevant suggestion come to thought please share

Case:
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16811144102

Mobo:
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16813131030

HDD:
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16822148140
(SATA i wanna play with the big boys Glc =p)

Gpu:
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16814130071
(didn't want to spend so much on GTX 768mb so i figured this would be just fine)

PSU:
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16817189003
(bit worried bout it with the GPU but seems ok would like thoughts though please

Cpu: Core 2
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16819115005

Ram:
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16820145098

Mem reader: why not
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16820176825

Floppy:...Floppy?! hey why not it helps...sometimes
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16821103116

Keyboard: hey my friend has one i like it, it works and looks pretty sweet.
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16823114001

anti-static wrist strap :best be safe old one got messed up and umm yeah need new one.
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16899261001

Please again share thoughts and look for compatibility I'm pretty sure they all fit doesn't that CPU thingy fit in to that square place on the mobo and you just hit it until it fits right?

hey just noticed this but the Psu only has two SATA connectors i think this maybe a pro seeing I'm planning on a Sata drive dual SATA CD/DVD drives possibly three and yeah that like four sata things any thoughts?

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Old 02-15-2007, 05:38 PM   #2
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The link to your video card links to your case. Can you fix that one for us?

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Old 02-15-2007, 05:39 PM   #3
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oops sorry =p
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Old 02-15-2007, 05:48 PM   #4
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Ok, that's a good parts list. I don't think, however, that the XClio 450w power supply - whilst a good quality unit - is up to the job of powering such a powerful video card. We recommend it for systems utilising only mid-range cards. I'd go for the Corsair 520w power supply - it's a VERY high quality unit that's capable of powering any single card on the market:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817139001

If you need to cut costs to afford it, then consider getting a cheaper keyboard - I'd never spend close to $100 on one! Any Logitech one would do just fine.

Regarding you comments on the 'CPU thingy', under no circumstances should you consider hitting it! The processor drops in very gently. You might have to use some force to attach the heatsink, however. I'd suggest reading some tutorials on the subject.

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Old 02-15-2007, 05:52 PM   #5
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For the extra SATA power connectors, would need to go up in watts which also give some headroom with the GPU and all the drives. A couple of choices:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817371002

With the memory stick reader, install it after Windows is installed, then the drive letters will be in correct order.
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A Saitek Eclipse II is a good keyboard.

Also, since you seem to intend on gaming, did you remember to include a mouse (if you do not already have one)?
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Old 02-15-2007, 06:09 PM   #7
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yeah ill probably go fr a different keyboard i only chose it because i had originally had a 7600GT lined up which is about half if not lees than the 8800 so yeah ill take some stuff out that i got just because i had the extra dough also haven't really thought about mouse willing to spend a little extra o nice logitech mouse if there are any suggestions thanks
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If your strapped for cash, a Silverstone ST50EF non PLUS version is for $84.99, should be fine with a 8800GTS.

Better yet, there's a XCLIO 600W out for $110, a little more beef then the silverstone if you can afford it.

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Old 02-15-2007, 06:45 PM   #9
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well what better

the 520W:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817139001

or the 600w for 100$ 29$ cheaper than 520w
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817189007
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In terms of pure power on the 12v lines? The Corsair would slightly win. Also going to be quieter, a little better built to.

If you can squeeze the 29 bucks without harming anything important, then I would suggest the Corsair. If not, the Xclio should serve you well too.
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Old 02-15-2007, 07:05 PM   #11
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yeah i can do 29$ easy just wanted to see why a 600W would be cheaper just wanted to do some checking thanks
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Old 02-15-2007, 08:57 PM   #12
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hey im a bit worried about case temp from what ive read the 8800's get pretty hot i hear as high as 80C+ and i was wondering do you guys think that the two 80mm stock fans my case comes with would be sufficient??
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Remember though, the videocard can run perfectly stable at those temps, it will shut itself down before it lets itself die.

However that apevia case doesn't exactly have the best quality or airflow. Its totally up to you though. A coolermaster centurion 5 might be a nice alternative.
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Old 02-15-2007, 09:13 PM   #14
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naaa i like my case the look and in general its a descent case ill stick with it and thanks for the reassurance that the card wont be harmed
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There is no mid here, this looks like a nice gaming computer that will play any game on the market with flying colors. Go for it.
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