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AdamFaulkner · 10-07-2007, 01:05 PM

Hey, this is my first attempt at trying to make a gaming build. I read a few threads on other builds and decided on some decent parts. I didn't have enough computer know-how to pick out a PSU so I need some help with that. I also need help picking out a case because I don't know what to look for but I want something that's cool and slick but reasonably priced.

Motherboard: ASUS P5K-VM LGA 775 Intel G33 uATX Intel Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131187

CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E6750
http://www.newegg.com/product/Produc...82E16819115029

HDD: Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 ST3320620AS (Perpendicular Recording Technology) 320GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822148140

RAM: Patriot Extreme Performance 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820220144

Video Card: EVGA 320-P2-N811-AR GeForce 8800GTS 320MB 320-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130082

OS: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16837116194

Thanks for helping!

(The generic new build list helped out alot!)

Cricket · 10-07-2007, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by AdamFaulkner

I didn't have enough computer know-how to pick out a PSU so I need some help with that.

CORSAIR CMPSU-550VX ATX12V V2.2 550W Power Supply

Quote:

Originally Posted by AdamFaulkner

I also need help picking out a case because I don't know what to look for but I want something that's cool and slick but reasonably priced.

You're going to have to pick out the case yourself since case choice is a very personal thing. Just be sure it's a standard ATX case that can hold all the drives and has good cooling and you'll be fine.

Cricket

AdamFaulkner · 10-07-2007, 01:47 PM

Thanks a bunch on the power supply! I picked out a case that I think will work. The only things I missing are CD drives, I know I need a CD/DVD-ROM and a DVD burner but any suggestions?

flanzig1 · 10-07-2007, 02:11 PM

A Lite-On DVD burner in a retail package will let you burn DVDs and CDs and play both. The retail package will come with the DVD burning software. Should go with a SATA connection.

Jimmy0 · 10-07-2007, 02:13 PM

For optical drive people tend to recommend getting retail Lite-On branded drives, as they are renowned for their quality. And also if you get the retail package you also receive burning software.

Note: Make sure you get the SATA version, not IDE.

AdamFaulkner · 10-07-2007, 02:38 PM

I read the advice and picked out a drive. When I get everything and put it all together, I'll let you guys know how it works out. I really appreciate the hardware, you guys are great!

RazR · 10-07-2007, 03:44 PM

make sure that your ram is comaptible with your motherboard..
sometimes companies are fussy about which ram you can you use

**freakitchen** · 10-07-2007, 04:12 PM

You could always go for this Corsair memory - only $10 more than the Patriot after rebate.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145034

I wouldn't have any worries using Corsair on an ASUS motherboard.

shadowpr · 10-07-2007, 04:22 PM

just noticed you're picking out a MB that is uATX. Not sure if that's a mistake or not.

plus that MB has onboard video, but it's not needed if you're getting a sepearte video card.

Cricket · 10-07-2007, 04:28 PM

You might want to post links to the case and optical drive you're thinking of getting...we can tell you if they're good or not.

Cricket

AdamFaulkner · 10-07-2007, 06:42 PM

The case I picked out was Thermaltake SOPRANO VB1000BWS Black 0.8 mm SECC Chassis, Plastic Front Door ATX Mid Tower Computer Case
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811133145
and the drive was LITE-ON Black 20X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 8X DVD+R DL 20X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA DVD Burner
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827106057. Does the uATX make much of a difference?

**Alaron** · 10-07-2007, 07:10 PM

Switch to this burner, it has software: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827106072

AdamFaulkner · 10-08-2007, 09:21 AM

I switched to that burner Alaron, thanks. I heard that a case with temperature gauges is recommended for gaming. Is that true?

shadowpr · 10-08-2007, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AdamFaulkner

The case I picked out was Thermaltake SOPRANO VB1000BWS Black 0.8 mm SECC Chassis, Plastic Front Door ATX Mid Tower Computer Case
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811133145
Does the uATX make much of a difference?

The uatx MB will fit. That was my only thing about that.

But like i said before, if you're not going to use the onboard video, you might find another MB without it and might be able to save a few bucks. But that's up to you. Having both onboard video and a video card won't hurt.

AdamFaulkner · 10-08-2007, 11:28 AM

Is this a good one then?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131189
It's about 7 dollars cheaper, but I guess every little bit counts.

shadowpr · 10-08-2007, 11:38 AM

that looks good.

**Alaron** · 10-08-2007, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AdamFaulkner

I heard that a case with temperature gauges is recommended for gaming. Is that true?

I don't think so. Hardcore gamers might be extra concerned about temperatures if they have a vey high-end rig. But as long as you have good airflow and a couple of fans, your temps don't need constant monitoring. Enjoy playing the game, not watching a gauge.

AdamFaulkner · 10-08-2007, 02:38 PM

Alright, I'll stick with the case I picked out then. Hopefully everything will work out when I get the parts.

10-07-2007, 01:05 PM	#1
AdamFaulkner Member (5 bit) Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 27	Trying to build a gaming rig, help needed! Hey, this is my first attempt at trying to make a gaming build. I read a few threads on other builds and decided on some decent parts. I didn't have enough computer know-how to pick out a PSU so I need some help with that. I also need help picking out a case because I don't know what to look for but I want something that's cool and slick but reasonably priced. Motherboard: ASUS P5K-VM LGA 775 Intel G33 uATX Intel Motherboard http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131187 CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E6750 http://www.newegg.com/product/Produc...82E16819115029 HDD: Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 ST3320620AS (Perpendicular Recording Technology) 320GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822148140 RAM: Patriot Extreme Performance 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820220144 Video Card: EVGA 320-P2-N811-AR GeForce 8800GTS 320MB 320-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130082 OS: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16837116194 Thanks for helping! (The generic new build list helped out alot!) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

10-07-2007, 01:47 PM	#3
AdamFaulkner Member (5 bit) Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 27	Thanks a bunch on the power supply! I picked out a case that I think will work. The only things I missing are CD drives, I know I need a CD/DVD-ROM and a DVD burner but any suggestions? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

10-07-2007, 02:11 PM	#4
flanzig1 Wrench Bender Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Plymouth,MN Posts: 5,961	A Lite-On DVD burner in a retail package will let you burn DVDs and CDs and play both. The retail package will come with the DVD burning software. Should go with a SATA connection. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ "When sliding down the banister of life; look out for splinters pointing up."

10-07-2007, 02:13 PM	#5
Jimmy0 Member (9 bit) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: UK Posts: 278	For optical drive people tend to recommend getting retail Lite-On branded drives, as they are renowned for their quality. And also if you get the retail package you also receive burning software. Note: Make sure you get the SATA version, not IDE. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

10-07-2007, 02:38 PM	#6
AdamFaulkner Member (5 bit) Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 27	I read the advice and picked out a drive. When I get everything and put it all together, I'll let you guys know how it works out. I really appreciate the hardware, you guys are great! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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10-07-2007, 03:44 PM	#7
RazR Member (8 bit) Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 167	make sure that your ram is comaptible with your motherboard.. sometimes companies are fussy about which ram you can you use Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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freakitchen Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Doncaster, UK Posts: 3,563	You could always go for this Corsair memory - only $10 more than the Patriot after rebate. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145034 I wouldn't have any worries using Corsair on an ASUS motherboard. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ -FK- "Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw, The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die, We shall not sleep, though poppies grow, In Flanders fields." - John McCrae, May 1915

10-07-2007, 04:22 PM	#9
shadowpr I like me Join Date: May 2007 Location: Tejas Posts: 7,332	just noticed you're picking out a MB that is uATX. Not sure if that's a mistake or not. plus that MB has onboard video, but it's not needed if you're getting a sepearte video card. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ It's coming....just you wait.

10-07-2007, 04:28 PM	#10
Cricket Shiro Usagi Premium Member Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Kaneohe, Hawaii Posts: 34,002	You might want to post links to the case and optical drive you're thinking of getting...we can tell you if they're good or not. Cricket Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

10-07-2007, 06:42 PM	#11
AdamFaulkner Member (5 bit) Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 27	The case I picked out was Thermaltake SOPRANO VB1000BWS Black 0.8 mm SECC Chassis, Plastic Front Door ATX Mid Tower Computer Case http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811133145 and the drive was LITE-ON Black 20X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 8X DVD+R DL 20X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA DVD Burner http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827106057. Does the uATX make much of a difference? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

10-07-2007, 07:10 PM	#12
Alaron Kickin' it Staff Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: USA Posts: 7,723	Switch to this burner, it has software: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827106072 Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ Fold for PCMech: Team 13761

10-08-2007, 09:21 AM	#13
AdamFaulkner Member (5 bit) Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 27	I switched to that burner Alaron, thanks. I heard that a case with temperature gauges is recommended for gaming. Is that true? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

10-08-2007, 11:28 AM	#15
AdamFaulkner Member (5 bit) Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 27	Is this a good one then? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131189 It's about 7 dollars cheaper, but I guess every little bit counts. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

10-08-2007, 11:38 AM	#16
shadowpr I like me Join Date: May 2007 Location: Tejas Posts: 7,332	that looks good. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

10-08-2007, 02:38 PM	#18
AdamFaulkner Member (5 bit) Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 27	Alright, I'll stick with the case I picked out then. Hopefully everything will work out when I get the parts. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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