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05-20-2011, 03:01 PM
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My first Development box
Goal: I would like to build a desktop using the latest Core i7 Sandy Bridge build.
I am not a gamer but a developer (Microsoft programmer). I intend to run Visual Studio 2010, SQL Server 2008 etc Alright..so I was browsing through other threads and hijacked some components (thanks to original authors  )Please let me know if I am heading in the right direction or If I am missing anything. Case: $110 (May be I will go with a cheaper one $50) Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case OR COOLER MASTER HAF 922 RC-922M-KKN1-GP Black Steel + Plastic and Mesh Bezel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case CPU: $300 Intel Core i7-2600 Sandy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo Boost) 4 x 256KB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor BX80623I72600 Video: I don't know. Just I should be able to connect multiple monitors to the graphics card and HDMI interface would be nice Power Supply: $110 Corsair CMPSU-750TX 750-Watt TX Series 80 Plus Certified Power Supply compatible with Intel Core i7 and Core i5 Memory: $75 (after MIR) CORSAIR XMS3 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 Desktop Memory Model CMX8GX3M2A1333C9 HardDisk: $85 Western Digital Caviar Black WD1002FAEX 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive DVD Burner: $20 LITE-ON Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 8X 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 CD/DVD Burner - Bulk - OEM I will update the list I get inputs and search around..TIA Last edited by Clobbered; 05-20-2011 at 03:07 PM. |
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05-20-2011, 05:26 PM
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Not entirely sure of your power needs, but if you don't need it, you can get a Corsair 650 watt PSU for a little cheaper.
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05-20-2011, 05:38 PM
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Since you're not doing any intense gaming/overclocking I would say Newegg.com - ASUS P8P67 (REV 3.0) LGA 1155 Intel P67 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard would be the best choice MOBO.
Yeah a Corsair TX650 would be more than enough for a power supply. You might even consider getting something smaller if you're only buying a basic video card. Choose your video card and then pick a power supply that can support it. Your options for a video card would be: ATI: Asus, HIS, SAPPHIRE are the best brands NVIDIA: EVGA would be the best choice. I'm using the HAF 922 right now and the air flow is incredible. Sometimes I have to toss on a sweater because of the cool breeze that fires out of it.
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05-20-2011, 06:23 PM
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Exactly how many monitors do you want to use?
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05-20-2011, 06:28 PM
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If your only going to be using 2 monitors then just upgrade to the 2600k processor for the better graphics and use a h67 board. If your just using this as a standard computer and doing some developing also then there is really no need for a discrete graphics card, unless you are talking 3 or 4 monitors.
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05-21-2011, 07:39 AM
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ASUS P8P67 (REV 3.0) LGA 1155 Intel P67 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard ASRock P67 EXTREME4 (B3) LGA 1155 Intel P67 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard Tom’s Hardware, recommended MB for Enthusiast PC I don't seem to be able to pickup the difference between these boards, I guess people were unhappy due to quality of that build? |
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05-21-2011, 09:46 AM
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Asus MBs are top quality. I've used nothing by Asus MB in my 4 personal builds and never had issues. Those unfortunate to have issues, Asus works very hard to remedy the situation. |
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05-21-2011, 11:15 AM
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I would get a i7-2600K and one of the new Z68 boards (give them a few days or so to come back into stock):
Newegg.com - Intel Core i7-2600K Sandy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo Boost) 4 x 256KB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor BX80623I72600K Newegg.com - ASUS P8Z68-V PRO LGA 1155 Intel Z68 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard -OR- Newegg.com - ASUS P8Z68-V LGA 1155 Intel Z68 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard You don't need anywhere near that powerful a PSU, even if you do add a video card later (which you probably won't need). However, you did pick an excellent quality unit. |
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05-21-2011, 02:18 PM
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OK..I will keep an eye on that one..thank you! |
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08-11-2011, 09:43 PM
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OK..it has been a while..(My wife pushed my PC down the list and bought a Digital SLR..so I had to RIP my PC build for a while
 )I started putting together another list and wanted to make sure I get latest tips And I am actually thinking about Xeon based build rather than i7. Here is the first cut..I think this can be improved. (I would like to reduce cost..sorry) Newegg.com - Once You Know, You Newegg Suggestions are most welcome 
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08-12-2011, 06:33 PM
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Threads merged.
You need to confirm that exact ram is compatible with that processor on that motherboard. Not a fan of Seagate drives - I prefer Western Digital Black. Not a fan of the CX series Corsairs. |
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