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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Deity208]
    #12186583 - 03/11/10 09:33 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

My comp build specs

Intel Quad Core 9400
ATI Radeon 4850
4G RAM
1.5TB HD
2.66Ghz

all that for ~ $1000, and that was about a year ago, not really sure on the price for all the components now, but it is a rippin' system for a decent price.

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Almond Flour]
    #12186589 - 03/11/10 09:35 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)


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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: JT]
    #12186611 - 03/11/10 09:39 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

Shroomism's list looks OK, but I would substitute the case and PSU for an Antec case that comes with a PSU.  That'll save you probably $50 or so, and unlike most cases that comes with a PSU, Antec makes their own PSUs, and they're very good.

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: pwnasaurus]
    #12186623 - 03/11/10 09:40 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

yeah that's true. Forgot about those combo deals, and antec does make top quality cases AND PSUs.
You could probably do that with a mobo/cpu combo deal and save even more.
Just make sure you don't gimp yourself on the motherboard if you want to upgrade in the future.


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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Shroomism]
    #12186654 - 03/11/10 09:45 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

Check out this cpu/board combo - http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.349611
Very nice cheap board, SLi capable, DDR3.    3.1GHz AMD


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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: pwnasaurus]
    #12186670 - 03/11/10 09:47 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)



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Hippies and Liberals love Pope Francis, so why dont I quote him for you guys. "There is NO SALVATION outside the Catholic Church" :morningtoke:

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Shroomism]
    #12186672 - 03/11/10 09:47 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

I just spent $800 on a laptop (C2D P8700M and Nvidia GTX 260M 1GBVRAM, with 6GB DDR2RAM) that will play crysis in high quality 2xAA 1440x900 without lag.  Starts to get laggy at 4xAA and up though but still, that's freakin' sweet!

You could build something off Newegg.

Edited by DRTMaverick (03/11/10 09:49 PM)

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Almond Flour]
    #12186718 - 03/11/10 09:54 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

That's a really great case for the money. That's the one I'm using for my next build, except the bigger model.
Done a lot of research, that's a top quality case for that price range, perfect for what you are looking for, antec makes great stuff.


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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Shroomism]
    #12186768 - 03/11/10 10:00 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

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Shroomism said:
That's a really great case for the money. That's the one I'm using for my next build, except the bigger model.
Done a lot of research, that's a top quality case for that price range, perfect for what you are looking for, antec makes great stuff.



WIlL i need to buy another fan even though the case comes with a couple? Will I need to get a power supply? I dont see one listed for that case


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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Almond Flour]
    #12186807 - 03/11/10 10:08 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

Yes you need a power supply, you could get the combo deal that comes with that case... 1200 watts.. MORE than enough even if you decide to pop a 2nd video card in the future.
The only "fan" you should need to buy is a heatsink for the CPU


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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Almond Flour]
    #12186817 - 03/11/10 10:09 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

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Herbal said:
whats Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN




What on Earth qualifies this person to build a computer from parts? :rolleyes:

Slightly cheaper, yes. More power, certainly.

TAKES SOME EXPERIENCE, AND THE WILLINGNESS TO FIX/TWEAK THINGS AD NAUSEUM? Yes.

Before the OP gets into a huge expensive debacle, just let him buy an off the shelf PC that'll simply run WoW.

Building PCs isn't for everyone. I was doing it back when it was needed, and not just a fad.

:2cents:

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Shroomism]
    #12186820 - 03/11/10 10:10 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

Quote:

Shroomism said:
Yes you need a power supply, you could get the combo deal that comes with that case... 1200 watts.. MORE than enough even if you decide to pop a 2nd video card in the future.
The only "fan" you should need to buy is a heatsink for the CPU





Can you please post exactly what i need to buy in terms of case, power supply, and fan? :lol:

ANd that hard drive you posted at the top of the page......how much memory does it store exactly? Im used to seeing things like 500gb hard drive, but that hard drive doesnt list any storage space at all


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Hippies and Liberals love Pope Francis, so why dont I quote him for you guys. "There is NO SALVATION outside the Catholic Church" :morningtoke:

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Almond Flour]
    #12186833 - 03/11/10 10:12 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

Quote:

Shroomism said:
Yes you need a power supply, you could get the combo deal that comes with that case... 1200 watts.. MORE than enough even if you decide to pop a 2nd video card in the future.
The only "fan" you should need to buy is a heatsink for the CPU




I feel like you are explaining card tricks to a dog. No offense to Herbal... what happens when he boots up and nothing happens?

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: RoosterCogburn]
    #12186885 - 03/11/10 10:22 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

Quote:

RoosterCogburn said:
Quote:

Shroomism said:
Yes you need a power supply, you could get the combo deal that comes with that case... 1200 watts.. MORE than enough even if you decide to pop a 2nd video card in the future.
The only "fan" you should need to buy is a heatsink for the CPU




I feel like you are explaining card tricks to a dog. No offense to Herbal... what happens when he boots up and nothing happens?



This whole scenario and Roosters lack of faith is scaring me! I dont know if i can do this :failboat::tinfoil::strokebeard3::onfire:


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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Almond Flour]
    #12186900 - 03/11/10 10:25 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

It's not impossible, but you have to WANT to do it. It seems to me, what you really want to do is play WoW and not build a computer. :shrug:

Also, you have an astounding lack of computer knowledge. :lol:

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: RoosterCogburn]
    #12186993 - 03/11/10 10:39 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

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RoosterCogburn said:
It's not impossible, but you have to WANT to do it. It seems to me, what you really want to do is play WoW and not build a computer. :shrug:

Also, you have an astounding lack of computer knowledge. :lol:



Honestly it is all I want to do. I guess im just gonna go with the costco PC because they have a two year warranty on it so if shit goes wrong I can take it back (at no additional charge).

Hope I dont have any troubles installing a graphics card in it


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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Almond Flour]
    #12187032 - 03/11/10 10:44 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

Do some more research!!

It's like buying a car, man... You gotta do some research and make the best choice. You are in no position to buy a parts car and build it. But, you still have to make an informed decision, including saving up whatever it takes and spending the money up front on solid equipment.

There is always a happy middle between a homebuilt monster and an e-machine. Find it, and buy it!

Then, enjoy WoW in moderation.

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: RoosterCogburn]
    #12187208 - 03/11/10 11:10 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

Honestly, you do not really seem to have a lot of knowledge.  I'll break it down for you:

If you consider yourself reasonable hands-on/mechanically inclined, then building a computer is a piece of cake.  You can follow a tutorial (it is EASY), and even watch videos.

If you look at an installation diagram and want to cry, buy an off-the-shelf computer and be done with it.

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: Almond Flour]
    #12187292 - 03/11/10 11:26 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

for wow you want the highest clock speed cpu that you can afford, like an e8600 ideally, for the best fps... you can really skimp out on the gpu, any 512mb budgety card, like a 9800gt should run you around $90 and will easily be able to max out your settings.  get any budgety socket 775 motherboard ($75), 4gb of ddr2 800 ram will suffice ($75ish)


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Everything is better than it was the last time.  I'm good.

If we could look into each others hearts, and understand the unique challenges each of us faces, I think we would treat each other much more gently, with more love, patience, tolerance, and care.

It takes a lot of courage to go out there and radiate your essence.

I know you scared, you should ask us if we scared too.  If you was there, and we just knew you cared too.

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Re: Help me build a computer [Re: CosmicJoke]
    #12187310 - 03/11/10 11:28 PM (14 years, 20 days ago)

Dont hate on my 9800gt  :shakefist: lol


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It's just like the story of the grasshopper and the octopus.
All year long, the grasshopper kept burying acorns for winter, while the
octopus mooched off his girlfriend and watched TV.
But then the winter came, and the grasshopper died, and the octopus ate all his acorns.
Also he got a race car.
Is any of this getting through to you?

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