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11-30-2010, 02:11 AM
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Been here browsing for a few weeks now. I'm trying to piece together a decent build. This is will be my first one. I'm coming off of a 12 year old Dell. I upgraded it as much as possible, but it died on me. I need everything for this build including - monitor, mouse, speakers, keyboard. I don't really have a budget in mine. I just need a rig that will be future proof. It will be used by the entire family(wife, 9 yr old, 8 yr old), but mainly by me. Not really into gaming, but might play a little in the very near future. My daughter will actually play more then I will. Other uses include internet, music, photo-shop, digital camera/video editing, watching and burning movies, etc. I came up with some ideas, that I've posted below. Can you please give your suggestions for my build. Thanks for your time. Case Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case Newegg.com - Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case Monitor ASUS VW266H Black 25.5" 2ms(GTG) HDMI Widescreen LCD Monitor 300 cd/m2 1000:1 (ASCR 20000:1) Built in Speakers w/ component connector Newegg.com - ASUS VW266H Black 25.5" 2ms(GTG) HDMI Widescreen LCD Monitor 300 cd/m2 1000:1 (ASCR 20000:1) Built in Speakers w/ component connector PSU CORSAIR CMPSU-650TX 650W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Compatible with Core i7 Power Supply Newegg.com - CORSAIR CMPSU-650TX 650W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Compatible with Core i7 Power Supply RAM CORSAIR XMS3 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 Desktop Memory Model CMX8GX3M2A1333C9 Newegg.com - CORSAIR XMS3 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 Desktop Memory Model CMX8GX3M2A1333C9 OR RAM 2 CORSAIR XMS3 8GB (4 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Desktop Memory Model CMX8GX3M4A1333C9 Newegg.com - CORSAIR XMS3 8GB (4 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Desktop Memory Model CMX8GX3M4A1333C9 Video Card HIS H685F1GD Radeon HD 6850 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card with Eyefinity Newegg.com - HIS H685F1GD Radeon HD 6850 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card with Eyefinity Hard Drive Western Digital Caviar Black WD1001FALS 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive Newegg.com - Western Digital Caviar Black WD1001FALS 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive From what I have read on this site. You recommend a second HD for music, movies, etc? Do I get another 1TB or something else? MOBO ASUS P7P55D-E LGA 1156 Intel P55 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard Newegg.com - ASUS P7P55D-E LGA 1156 Intel P55 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard Processor Intel Core i7-870 Lynnfield 2.93GHz 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1156 95W Quad-Core Processor BX80605I7870 Newegg.com - Intel Core i7-870 Lynnfield 2.93GHz 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1156 95W Quad-Core Processor BX80605I7870 Optical Drive LITE-ON Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 24X DVD Writer LightScribe Support Newegg.com - LITE-ON Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 24X DVD Writer LightScribe Support Keyboard Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 Newegg.com - Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 Mouse Microsoft SideWinder X5 Newegg.com - Microsoft SideWinder X5 Mouse Speakers Needed? If I can reduce the price on any of these items , then please let me know. Once again, thanks for your time. |
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11-30-2010, 08:32 AM
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That looks just like one of the lists I came up with, from reading the replies here this looks like a good build, dont forget operating system.
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11-30-2010, 08:52 AM
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If you do want 8gb of ram, the 4gb x 2 kit would be preferable.
I would take advantage of the SATA 6.0 board and get a SATA 6.0 WD Black for the OS/program drive. I wouldn't bother with a 2nd drive yet - when the drive is about 75% full, then get a second drive and start moving files over to it. You will need speakers unless you run cables to your entertainment system or use headphones. The HIS 6850 is out of stock, the Diamond is in stock and is a good choice. There's a combo deal going now on that CPU and mobo. |
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11-30-2010, 08:59 AM
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Here is the drive GLC mentioned:
Newegg.com - Western Digital Caviar Black WD1002FAEX 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive
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11-30-2010, 09:09 AM
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glc,
Is it necessary to have 8g of ram? I read on here that the computer will never use that much. quartet-man, thanks for the link. |
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11-30-2010, 09:10 AM
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Oh yeah, Windows 7 Home should be all I need right?
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12-03-2010, 12:05 AM
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Thanks!
Windows 7 Home 64bit should be sufficient? Will I need any type of adhesive? |
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12-08-2010, 10:02 PM
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Not really necessary for 8 gigs, but at the prices and with the quality of the rest of the build, you might as well get it.
I can't think of anything that you would need adhesive for. Home 64 bit is fine. |
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12-09-2010, 07:19 PM
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Does win 7 64-bit "need" 8gig of ram?
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12-09-2010, 08:31 PM
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No, 64 bit allows you to use more than 3.2GB but you do not need 8GB to run windows 7 64bit, 2GB will work, 4GB is optimal!
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12-09-2010, 09:11 PM
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More RAM is only helpful when your applications start needing more than what is available. When an application has to start accessing the hard drive then that slows things down.
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12-10-2010, 03:02 AM
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Will I need a sound card or is on-board sound optimal?
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12-10-2010, 08:15 AM
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to clarify what david said about hard drive access, he is referring to the page or 'swap' file, which the OS creates as virtual ram on your hdd. if a program is forced to use this, its performance is crippled.
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12-10-2010, 09:20 AM
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Today's onboard sound is very good. You will only need a sound card if you don't like the onboard sound for whatever reason.
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12-14-2010, 11:29 PM
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Is it necessary for me to have the video card I posted above. Could I reduce my cost by using this one instead? Not really big into gaming. my daughter will probably play more then I will. Maybe in the future, but not now.
HIS H467QR1GH Radeon HD 4670 1GB 128-bit DDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card Newegg.com - HIS H467QR1GH Radeon HD 4670 1GB 128-bit DDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card Thanks for your time. |
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12-15-2010, 01:31 PM
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If you are not going to be gaming, the 4670 is plenty good.
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12-15-2010, 11:31 PM
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I run an HIS 4670 in my rig and it games well enough. I play Oblivion and Dragon Age at medium to high settings on my Vizio 37" at 1920 x 1080. Your daughter will be happy. It's defintely not a top performer, but it's not shabby either. Of course mine is overclocked thru catayst control, and it's been that way for at least six months now with no hiccups whatsoever. I can honestly say its a great card(and priced right) for the casual gamer.
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12-16-2010, 12:49 AM
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Do you play Oblivion in Windows 7?
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12-16-2010, 11:43 PM
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win 7 pro 64bit. Runs great.
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12-17-2010, 09:27 AM
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Good. I lost my XP/Vista dual-boot when I upgraded to W7 Pro 64-bit, and I used my XP Pro for games. I had read that Oblivion was not supported in Vista or 7 and so was reluctant to install it for fear it wouldn't run. OK, now I can have something enjoyable to do during the Christmas break. I love that game.
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12-17-2010, 08:22 PM
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What about a wireless router? Right forum? Or should I ask over at the hardware forum?
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12-19-2010, 01:48 PM
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Unless you need wireless-N, get a Linksys WRT54GL.
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12-20-2010, 02:05 PM
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i am going to build my first computer soon, and i have read what truih has got. i need a pc just to surf the internet ,emailing,pictures,but not gaming. are his components alright or should i change somethings? jas1
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12-20-2010, 02:32 PM
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Please start your own thread, jas1. Thank you. Please give us a budget, what you will be using the computer for, and wait till you are ready to buy the parts.
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