Finalized computer build, rate and see if I should alter parts.

[DemonFlame5]

Ok, I'm still deciding between 2 mobo's (they are in bold). Which one do you think gives better bang for my buck? I have the OS, monitor, mouse and keyboard already.


Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16811129021

GIGABYTE GA-P35-DS3L LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX All Solid Capacitor Intel Motherboard - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16813128059

ASUS P5K-E LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16813131225

EVGA 512-P3-N801-AR GeForce 8800GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16814130318

CORSAIR CMPSU-550VX ATX12V V2.2 550W Power Supply - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16817139004

Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Kentsfield 2.4GHz LGA 775 Quad-Core Processor Model BX80562Q6600 - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16819115017

CORSAIR XMS2 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X2048-6400C4 - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16820145034

SUPER TALENT INT-AIN1-C All-in-one USB 2.0 Card Reader - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16820609198

Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 ST3250410AS 250GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16822148262

SAMSUNG 20X DVD±R DVD Burner with LightScribe Black PATA Model SH-S202N - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16827151155

Logitech X-230 32 watts RMS 2.1 Black Speaker System - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16836121123


Oh, yeah do I need to buy any tools to assemble these parts together, like screwdrivers or screws, or do I have everything I need right here to build it? And are there any parts missing?
And also are there any other good sites I can go to, to compare prices?

Thanks.

[liambl]

I would go for the Gigabyte board, it is a lot cheaper than the Asus and has the same features. I have used lots of Gigabyte mobo's and never a hiccup. You only really need a medium philips screwdriver, all the screws will some with the case.

[DemonFlame5]

ok thanks

[DemonFlame5]

Someone on another forum was saying to use an antec 430w PSU. Would that be good enough?

[Dave21]

Originally Posted by DemonFlame5 Someone on another forum was saying to use an antec 430w PSU. Would that be good enough?

Antec psu's are really good. However I suggest getting at least a 500 W psu, because 430 is really pushing it.

[Katreat]

I have had good luck with both gigabyte and asus boards although I think Asus has a little better reputation for quality. So pick the one that has the features you want. I think the P5K-E has a better sound chip than most other P35 boards which is one reason it is often recommended, but that is just what I have read.

I would definately stay with something over 500 w for that system. The 8800 GT is a pretty powerful vid card and you would ont want to short change it. The corsair you picked is a very nice unit and allows some headroom for future upgrades.

Kat