My Specs

[thom]

Here are my specs for a new PS computer. Could you please look at them and make any suggestions that you feel would be appropriate. I have not yet selected a CD/DVD writer and open to recommendations. Also looking for a CF card reader.

APEVIA X-TELSTAR-JR G-Type X-TSJGT-BL Blue SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer

ASUS P5Q Pro Turbo LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard

HIPRO K1 HP-D6301AW 630W ATX12V V2.2 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Active PFC Power Supply with power cord

Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 Yorkfield 2.83GHz LGA 775 95W Quad-Core Processor Model BX80569Q9550

kingston ValueRAM 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10600) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model KVR1333D3N9K2/4G

Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate SP1

ZALMAN VF900 - CU LED 2 Ball VGA Cooling Fan/Heatsink

[glc]

Wrong ram, DDR3 is not compatible. You need a video card, but you don't need that cooler. Find a better brand power supply, what you get will be somewhat dependent on what video card you choose.

Moved to BYOPC.

[Khalil]

I agree with glc, go with either a Seasonic or FSP power supply

[glc]

I replied to your PM. For everyone else's benefit - this is based off a previous recommendation.

(2) LITE-ON CD/DVD Burner Black SATA Model iHAS324-08 - Retail
Item #: N82E16827106291
$57.98
($28.99 each)

COOLER MASTER RC-690-KKN1-GP Black SECC/ ABS ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
Item #: N82E16811119137
$59.99

(2) Western Digital Caviar Black WD1001FALS 1TB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM
Item #: N82E16822136284
$219.98
($109.99 each)

Western Digital Caviar Black WD5001AALS 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM
Item #: N82E16822136320
$69.99

Rosewill RCR-FD201 12-in-1 USB 2.0 3.5" Internal Card Reader w/ Floppy Drive - Retail
Item #: N82E16820223110
$29.99

APRICORN ADT-KIT 3.5" USB & eSATA External Enclosure - Retail
Item #: N82E16817362003
$49.99


ASUS P5Q LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
Item #: N82E16813131295
$118.99

Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 Wolfdale 3.16GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80570E8500 - Retail
Item #: N82E16819115036
$189.99

Acronis - HOLD OFF ON THIS

ATI 100-505181 FireGL V3350 256MB GDDR2 PCI Express x16 Workstation Video Card - Retail
Item #: N82E16814195045
$96.99



CORSAIR CMPSU-520HX 520W ATX12V v2.2 and EPS12V 2.91 SLI Certified CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply - Retail
Item #: N82E16817139001
$119.99

CORSAIR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X4096-6400C5 - Retail
Item #: N82E16820145184
$49.99

[h2ologged]

What does "Acronis - HOLD OFF ON THIS" mean?

[h2ologged]

And I did search high and low, but what section of the forum maintains a current list of recommended parts and suppliers? Thanks for the above repeat.

[not important]

Acronis is a backup/imaging software. "Hold Off On This" means do not purchase it at this time.
A list of Power Supplies can be found here: http://forum.pcmech.com/showthread.php?t=131195

[glc]

We do not maintain a master list of recommended parts and suppliers. It would constantly have to be changed, and it also would be too difficult accounting for everyone's opinions.

[h2ologged]

If I already have an external back up drive do I need this?

APRICORN ADT-KIT 3.5" USB & eSATA External Enclosure - Retail
Item #: N82E16817362003
$49.99

and the extra 500Gb drive?

And do most people post a list before buying?

[glc]

I'd like to ask you to please start your own thread for your questions. It's rather rude taking over someone else's thread. Thank you.

[not important]

If you have a reliable backup drive then you wouldn't need the Apricorn enclosure and HDD.
It is always a good idea to post a list of parts before purchasing. Folks here can help you order your parts so you are certain they are compatible parts and you get the best value for your money.