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Chris Linder · 02-04-2011, 11:13 AM

Hello all
So Im building a new system just to have a windows based computer around the house, Mainly using it for word processing - converting strange formats to MP3 , reading FB ,, simple stuff. Wanted to stay within a 300$ range. I like to run my builds though you guys before I order so let me know what you think.
Im missing a HDD and DVD drive in my order as I already have that. I'm using an AMD because I cant find a quad core in INTEL in my price rang , And Iv never had problems with tiger direct, I know most peeps here dont like tiger direct : ?
All in all will these parts work well together?

Screen shot of my order
http://i511.photobucket.com/albums/s...Untitled-9.jpg

Chris Linder · 02-04-2011, 11:15 AM

http://i511.photobucket.com/albums/s...Untitled-9.jpg

***glc*** · 02-04-2011, 12:56 PM

Meh. This is better and cheaper:

Newegg.com - GIGABYTE gz-ph2a3 Black SGCC ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Newegg.com - Antec Basiq BP430 430W Continuous Power ATX12V Version 2.2 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Power Supply

Newegg.com - ASUS M4N68T-M V2 AM3 NVIDIA Geforce 7025/nForce 630a Micro ATX AMD Motherboard

Newegg.com - AMD Athlon II X4 640 Propus 3.0GHz 4 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM3 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor ADX640WFGMBOX

Newegg.com - CORSAIR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 Desktop Memory Model CMV4GX3M2A1333C9

quartet-man · 02-04-2011, 01:20 PM

GLC is suggesting an AMD build?

***glc*** · 02-04-2011, 01:50 PM

The cheapest Intel quad core is 50 bucks more.

Khalil · 02-04-2011, 03:26 PM

Good call glc! for the price that is a great system.

Chris Linder · 02-04-2011, 05:57 PM

Thanks again for your help GLC ---> Ordering now : )

David M · 02-04-2011, 05:59 PM

Wow....I'm impressed!....down to 300 buckaroos.

Quote:

Originally Posted by quartet-man

GLC is suggesting an AMD build?

It's official, pigs have been spotted flying out of Joplin.

***glc*** · 02-04-2011, 10:03 PM

If he hadn't said "quad core" he would have gotten an Intel suggestion from me.........and it would have been even less than that.

quartet-man · 02-04-2011, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David M

Wow....I'm impressed!....down to 300 buckaroos.

It's official, pigs have been spotted flying out of Joplin.

Quote:

Originally Posted by glc

If he hadn't said "quad core" he would have gotten an Intel suggestion from me.........and it would have been even less than that.

Understood. It is still an event though.

Chris Linder · 02-05-2011, 01:35 PM

I think I will spend the extra $$ and go with this RAM ..

Newegg.com - CORSAIR XMS3 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 Desktop Memory Model CMX8GX3M2A1333C9

***glc*** · 02-05-2011, 02:38 PM

If you want 8gb, go for it. But, why do you need 8gb?

Chris Linder · 02-05-2011, 04:48 PM

Not sure..
Iv always thought the more Ram the better. Plus I may use Adobe Auditions to record and edit from time to time so I don't want any skips in the music like Iv experienced in the past with other systems.

David M · 02-05-2011, 11:59 PM

More RAM is only useful if your apps have used all there is.

sss4749 · 02-08-2011, 12:33 AM

You have to choose according to your needs

02-04-2011, 11:13 AM	#1
Chris Linder Member (10 bit) Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 729	New Build Hello all So Im building a new system just to have a windows based computer around the house, Mainly using it for word processing - converting strange formats to MP3 , reading FB ,, simple stuff. Wanted to stay within a 300$ range. I like to run my builds though you guys before I order so let me know what you think. Im missing a HDD and DVD drive in my order as I already have that. I'm using an AMD because I cant find a quad core in INTEL in my price rang , And Iv never had problems with tiger direct, I know most peeps here dont like tiger direct : ? All in all will these parts work well together? Screen shot of my order http://i511.photobucket.com/albums/s...Untitled-9.jpg Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

02-04-2011, 11:15 AM	#2
Chris Linder Member (10 bit) Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 729	http://i511.photobucket.com/albums/s...Untitled-9.jpg Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

02-04-2011, 12:56 PM	#3
*glc* Forum Administrator Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Joplin MO Posts: 37,766	Meh. This is better and cheaper: Newegg.com - GIGABYTE gz-ph2a3 Black SGCC ATX Mid Tower Computer Case Newegg.com - Antec Basiq BP430 430W Continuous Power ATX12V Version 2.2 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Power Supply Newegg.com - ASUS M4N68T-M V2 AM3 NVIDIA Geforce 7025/nForce 630a Micro ATX AMD Motherboard Newegg.com - AMD Athlon II X4 640 Propus 3.0GHz 4 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM3 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor ADX640WFGMBOX Newegg.com - CORSAIR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 Desktop Memory Model CMV4GX3M2A1333C9 Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

02-04-2011, 01:20 PM	#4
quartet-man Saved by grace Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Indiana Posts: 1,394	GLC is suggesting an AMD build? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ My custom work system: ASUS P7P55D-E LGA 1156 / Intel Core i5-750 / CORSAIR XMS3 4GB (2 x 2GB) / Windows XP SP3 / SAPPHIRE 100292L Radeon HD 5450 / 2 LITE-ON 24X DVD Writers SATA Model iHAS424-98 / 2 W.D. Caviars Black WD1001FALS 1TB SATA 3.0Gb/s / Antec Sonata III 500 Black with 500W Power Supply / Rosewill RCR-IC002 74-in-1 USB 2.0 3.5" Internal Card Reader w/ USB port

02-04-2011, 01:50 PM	#5
*glc* Forum Administrator Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Joplin MO Posts: 37,766	The cheapest Intel quad core is 50 bucks more. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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02-04-2011, 03:26 PM	#6
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02-04-2011, 05:57 PM	#7
Chris Linder Member (10 bit) Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 729	Thanks again for your help GLC ---> Ordering now : ) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

02-04-2011, 10:03 PM	#9
*glc* Forum Administrator Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Joplin MO Posts: 37,766	If he hadn't said "quad core" he would have gotten an Intel suggestion from me.........and it would have been even less than that. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

02-05-2011, 01:35 PM	#11
Chris Linder Member (10 bit) Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 729	I think I will spend the extra $$ and go with this RAM .. Newegg.com - CORSAIR XMS3 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 Desktop Memory Model CMX8GX3M2A1333C9 Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

02-05-2011, 02:38 PM	#12
*glc* Forum Administrator Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Joplin MO Posts: 37,766	If you want 8gb, go for it. But, why do you need 8gb? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

02-05-2011, 04:48 PM	#13
Chris Linder Member (10 bit) Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 729	Not sure.. Iv always thought the more Ram the better. Plus I may use Adobe Auditions to record and edit from time to time so I don't want any skips in the music like Iv experienced in the past with other systems. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

02-05-2011, 11:59 PM	#14
David M Techphile. Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: San Francisco Bay Posts: 5,959	More RAM is only useful if your apps have used all there is. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

02-08-2011, 12:33 AM	#15
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