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Topic: new pc build

dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	I was thinking of building this for a friends son: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16820227737 OCZ Vertex 3 VTX3-25SAT3-60G 2.5" MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)$99 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16819115072 Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor $225 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16813128495 GIGABYTE GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard $120 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16820145345 CORSAIR Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory $43 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16835103055 COOLER MASTER V8 RR-UV8-XBU1-GP 120mm Rifle CPU Cooler Intel Core i7 compatible $50 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16811129021 Antec Nine Hundred Black Computer Case with Upgraded USB 3.0 With Side Panel Window $100 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16817139025 CORSAIR Gaming Series GS800 800W High Performance Power Supply $125 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16814130738 EVGA GeForce GTX 560 Ti (Fermi) 448 Cores FTW 012-P3-2066-KR Video Card $290 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16822136533 Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" SATA 6.0Gb/s Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive $140 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16832116986 Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 64-bit $100 TOTAL $1292.00 what do you think? He has no computer and wants to play games plus future games. -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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Lonestar_1 Posts: 4,224 Registered: Aug 26, '04 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 3,775 User ID: 960,112	Subject: new pc build
	If he does not want to overclock could just use stock cooler. 800w is a bit overkill. You would be fine with 500+ and that build. More so if there is no plan to do SLI. That build will play anything right now and future games probably fine. What monitor? -----signature----- http://gimpchimp.etilader.com/display.php?user=lonestarr 3500+ solo kills & Lone Enforcer WAR - IronRock Dest- Energist, Moogabooga SWTOR - KV - Energist, Moogabooga
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	I know they plan on getting a new monitor but not sure on size.NO SLI. just one monitor. I would say somewhere around 23inch. Yea i know the powersupply is overkill but that is one thing that can always be transferred to the next build. I can look for a 600-700watt for price differences. I forgot to add a dvd/cd burner/reader. i saw one for like 18bucks thats not a biggie. I was actually going to use a spare one i had lol. -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817341017 OCZ ModXStream Pro 600W Modular High Performance Power Supply compatible with Intel Sandybridge Core i3 i5 i7 and AMD Phenom $75 plus a $25 rebate -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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Lonestar_1 Posts: 4,224 Registered: Aug 26, '04 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 3,775 User ID: 960,112	Subject: new pc build
	To some extent, but if PSU is more then 5 years old, I think about replacing it if doing a fresh build. It would suck to burn new parts because psu died . I do not know much about OZC psu. I know they do not make their own. There is a chart out there that lists who makes what and who rebrands what. I would just check out reviews and prices. Yeah 600 is better and leaves room for GPU upgrade later if needed. -----signature----- http://gimpchimp.etilader.com/display.php?user=lonestarr 3500+ solo kills & Lone Enforcer WAR - IronRock Dest- Energist, Moogabooga SWTOR - KV - Energist, Moogabooga
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greystar21 Posts: ???? Registered: ???? Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 0 User ID: 0	Subject: new pc build
	Be careful with the case and the Cooler Master heat sink. On my build in January, the heat sink was so big I had to take the fan off the side panel for it to fit. He will love that system though. It will play anything you can throw at it. Edit: looked closer at your case & it doesn't have a side fan. Also, you will need a CD/DVD drive. -----signature-----
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Ravynmagi Title: Moderator Posts: 29,978 Registered: Dec 23, '01 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 29,452 User ID: 572,278	Subject: new pc build
	I true friend would have him spend the extra $15 on the Antec Ninehundred Two case. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129097 You get a painted black interior and the motherboard tray has a cut out so you can access the CPU cooler back plate under the motherboard, very useful with third party heatsinks. Later your friend can upgrade his CPU and be able to remove the cooler without having to take the entire motherboard out. Here is an idea regarding the SSD and hard drive pairing. I think I'd spend more for a larger SSD and less for a larger, but slower HDD. 120GB Corsair SSD for $160 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233206 1.5GB WD Green hard drive for $115. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136892 That way you'll have more room for the OS, apps, and games on the SSD. Then the slower hard drive can be used to store your music, movies, porn, whatever. This doesn't cost too much more. If you want to go smaller on the power supply, I would not use OCZ. OCZ is really hit and miss on quality, some models are okay, others are garbage. I can't remember off hand if that particular model is garbage or okay. It's just easier to recommend Antec or Corsair since they don't mix garbage in their lineups. This 650 watt Corsair is a nice one and it has a nice sale right now too. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139020 -----signature----- (none)
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	I did mention no dvd/cd burner. the SSD i was just going to put the os and his main game. i do like the case you suggested lol. no side fan needed when you have a huge one up top lol. i also noticed that power supply and added to my cart before i saw you mention it ! -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	lol his mom wants me to drop the 560ti 448 for just the 560 lol she says the 100 dollars extra isnt worth it to her hehe. o and ive built two pc using that cooler. i love it! EDIT: nvrm she just told me to get the 448 LOL women... cant make up their mind! -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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greystar21 Posts: ???? Registered: ???? Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 0 User ID: 0	Subject: new pc build
	I have that card myself and the only criticism I have with it is a lack of driver support. The drivers on the cd work fine, but do not show up as registered, and there has been no official update. -----signature-----
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	I actually went with all your suggestions Ravy. Now the total is about 1320.00 but there are a couple mail in rebates of about 30 i think. -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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Ravynmagi Title: Moderator Posts: 29,978 Registered: Dec 23, '01 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 29,452 User ID: 572,278	Subject: new pc build
	Just don't send me the bill. -----signature----- (none)
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	Ravynmagi posted: Just don't send me the bill. i dont consider 1300 bad at all with the components mentioned. try buying the same setup from dell/alienware/hp and see how much you spend! -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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Lonestar_1 Posts: 4,224 Registered: Aug 26, '04 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 3,775 User ID: 960,112	Subject: new pc build
	I never had issue with mail in rebates before the last build I did in Dec. Still have not seen any of the 3 rebates sent in from gigabyte and antec. -----signature----- http://gimpchimp.etilader.com/display.php?user=lonestarr 3500+ solo kills & Lone Enforcer WAR - IronRock Dest- Energist, Moogabooga SWTOR - KV - Energist, Moogabooga
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	blah his mom is trying to get the prices down to 1000-1100 bc he is wanting to buy a 27inch monitor with a 1ms. told him he could get a 2ms and wont see any difference really. what do you think? o and any suggestions on 27inch monitors? -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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Ravynmagi Title: Moderator Posts: 29,978 Registered: Dec 23, '01 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 29,452 User ID: 572,278	Subject: new pc build
	To get the price down I'd probably dump the SSD and custom heatsink. Those are luxuries that can be added later. $225 i2500K $110 Z68 motherboard $40 8GB memory $90 650 watt PSU $100 Windows 7 $20 DVD drive $115 case $140 WD 1TB Black HDD $200 GTX 560 $1,040 (I rounded off prices so give or take a few dollars). For a 27 inch monitor. I'd check out this thread. http://www.overclock.net/t/1215866/reviewed-400-2560x1440-ips-no-ag-90hz-achieva-shimian-qh270-and-catleap-q270 People are buying up these Korean 27 inch IPS monitors with 2560x1440 resolution for only $400 (includes priority shipping from Korea). And they are getting pretty favorable reviews. I'm kinda thinking about getting one. Though the con is any warranty support is probably a major PITA in a best case scenario or non-existent in a worst case scenario. -----signature----- (none)
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	i got it down to 1132 and shes happy. i went with the 100 dollar ssd also dropped the case for a scout case -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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Ravynmagi Title: Moderator Posts: 29,978 Registered: Dec 23, '01 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 29,452 User ID: 572,278	Subject: new pc build
	If you haven't purchased yet, I just saw a very good deal on a Seasonic PSU. $100 after entering this coupon code EMCNGJG93 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151088 -----signature----- (none)
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	COOLER MASTER Storm Scout SGC-2000-KKN1-GP Black Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case EVGA SuperClocked 01G-P3-1461-KR GeForce GTX 560 (Fermi) 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video CORSAIR Enthusiast Series TX650 V2 650W ATX12V v2.31/ EPS12V v2.92 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC High Performance Power OCZ Vertex 3 VTX3-25SAT3-60G 2.5" MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) ARCTIC COOLING Freezer 7 Pro Rev.2 92mm Fluid Dynamic CPU Cooler went with these instead and now im at 1132 and shes happy so im happy -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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jarom_td Posts: 4,571 Registered: Aug 8, '00 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 4,443 User ID: 38,737	Subject: new pc build
	Ravynmagi posted: If you haven't purchased yet, I just saw a very good deal on a Seasonic PSU. $100 after entering this coupon code EMCNGJG93 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151088 I might have to order one of those. I'm not going to be building a new system for a couple of months. But for that price I might have to buy the PSU now. -----signature----- Thanks to iTunes, now you can get free TV shows for just 99 cents
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Locuus Posts: 4,195 Registered: Mar 13, '03 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 4,161 User ID: 779,440	Subject: new pc build
	Don't mean to throw any sticks in the spokes, but had to mention it from personal experience - I think the 60GB SSD will end up being too small. I got a 60GB SSD too, and I have only Win7 + my programs on it and there are only 12GB free right now. Can't put a game on it or it will fill up completely. I wish I had gone with a 120GB. I will end up upgrading sooner or later and the bottom line will be the cost of the 60 + the cost of the 120, when I could have saved money if I went 120 to begin with. I am eying a Mushkin Enhanced Chronos 120 GB SSD that has great reviews, and costs only $129. Max Sequential Read Up to 550MB/s Max Sequential Write Up to 515MB/s 4KB Random Write Up to 90,000 IOPS MTBF 2,000,000 hours It's faster and x2 bigger for just $30 more. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226236 -----signature----- Men do not differ much about what things they will call evils; they differ enormously about what evils they will call excusable. ~ G. K. Chesterton
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dramprar Posts: 3,094 Registered: Aug 12, '07 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 2,942 User ID: 1,244,082	Subject: new pc build
	yea but this is for a teenager who will only put his OS and main game. rest of his programs will go on his data drive. if it was me i would have gotten the 120gig. his mom is dictating on what i can do hehe. -----signature----- Rift-Gnarlwood (G):Joncrichton, Aerysunn, Rigel, Kahdargo i7-920 3.8GHz, air-cooled Everyday im husslin'
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Ravynmagi Title: Moderator Posts: 29,978 Registered: Dec 23, '01 Extended Info (if available) Real Post Cnt: 29,452 User ID: 572,278	Subject: new pc build
	60GB will work though. Windows is about 15GB. Program Files are 1 to 2GB. Pagefile I'd reduce to 2GB. Hibernation I'd disable. My Docs, Music, Videos, and Pictures I'd move to the HDD. So with care, you could probably keep the OS and apps at around 20GB. Leaving more than half left over. Ideally you don't want to fill an SSD, it can hurt performance, but still plenty of room for one or two large games or a few smaller games. -----signature----- (none)
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