computer build up for critisism

[imported_Ress]

I am building a computer to connect to my 32" Bravia, it will be used for music, streaming video (tv shows/ netflix), burning dvds, surfing etc. Little or no gaming. I would like it small, quiet, and relatively inexpensive, with usb ports in the front for IPODS/ cameras etc. and more in the back. I would like the option of running a seperate monitor nearby for more up close work (typing), my bravia accepts VGA and HDMI although I've heard HDMI can be kind of problematic. This is what I have so far, keep in mind that although I've had some help from a younger brother, I've never done this before. (these parts descriptions are copied right off of newegg)

1. RAIDMAX HYBRID 2 RX-530SS 530W ATX12V V2.2/ EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Modular Modular LED Power Supply - Retail
Model #:RX-530SS
Item #:N82E16817152028


2. SILVERSTONE SUGO SG02B-F Black ABS / SECC Steel MicroATX Desktop Computer Case - Retail
Model #:SG02B-F
Item #:N82E16811163112

3. ASUS M3N78-VM AM2+/AM2 NVIDIA GeForce 8200 HDMI Micro ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail
Model #:M3N78-VM
Item #:N82E16813131318

4. AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000+ Brisbane 2.6GHz Socket AM2 65W Dual-Core Processor Model ADO5000DOBOX - Retail
Model #:ADO5000DOBOX
Item #:N82E16819103211

5. ?

6. CORSAIR DOMINATOR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X4096-8500C5DF - Retail
Model #:TWIN2X4096-8500C5DF
Item #:N82E16820145197

7. Seagate Barracuda 7200.11 ST3500320AS 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM
Model #:ST3500320AS
Item #:N82E16822148288

8. "optical drive" Is that my dvd burner?

9. onboard

10. Sony Bravia 32" 2nd monitor TBA

11. TBA

12. XP, Media center, Vista, open to suggestions

Open to any suggestions, if I'm blowing money unneccisarily somewhere I'd like to know, all this is open to spousal approval!

 

[ther00kie16]

Cheaper and easier to just get an intel-based Dell (a q6600 would stomp any AMD processor), especially after you factor in an OS.

1. Raidmax is poor. Get the Corsair 400W, any of the Corsairs will be plenty of quality power.

2. That's a good case for a nice price

3. If you need surround LCPM (lossless audio) over HDMI, 8200 is what you want. Otherwise, get the 780g because it's better in everything except the support for surround LCPM

4. In a microATX case, I'd use the BE-2400, which is only 45W but even 65W shouldn't be a problem and the price difference right now isn't worth it.

6. Your ram is going to run at 800mhz so no point in getting 1066 unless you are going to overclock, in which case it'd be better to get a black edition CPU or just switch to intel
So get any 2x2gb 800 kit

7. Get a newer 640GB drive because they are better and price difference is minimal

8. Yes, get any SATA dvd burner from newegg with decent ratings (should be ~$25)

12.Vista is easier if you want media center. Otherwise, you could get XP Media Center edition.

Your system will likely be ~$600 with the OS. Needless to say, a Dell would be cheaper and faster. However, if you have cash to blow and want to build a PC then go for it.

 

[imported_Ress]

Here is an updated list (changes underlined), what do you think?


1. CORSAIR CMPSU-400CX 400W ATX12V V2.2 80 PLUS Certified Power Supply - Retail
Model #:CMPSU-400CX
Item #:N82E16817139008


2. SILVERSTONE SUGO SG02B-F Black ABS / SECC Steel MicroATX Desktop Computer Case - Retail
Model #:SG02B-F
Item #:N82E16811163112

3. GIGABYTE GA-MA78GM-S2H AM2+/AM2 AMD 780G HDMI Micro ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail
Model #:GA-MA78GM-S2H
Item #:N82E16813128090

4. AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000+ Brisbane 2.6GHz Socket AM2 65W Dual-Core Processor Model ADO5000DOBOX - Retail
Model #:ADO5000DOBOX
Item #:N82E16819103211

5. "cpu fan, heatsink" What do I need?

6. G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F2-6400CL5D-4GBPQ - Retail
Model #:F2-6400CL5D-4GBPQ
Item #:N82E16820231122

7. Seagate ST3640323AS 640GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM
Model #:ST3640323AS
Item #:N82E16822148335

8. LG 20X DVD±R DVD Burner w/ SecurDisc Tech Black SATA Model GH20NS15 - OEM
Model #:GH20NS15
Item #:N82E16827136149

9. onboard

10. Sony Bravia 32" 2nd monitor TBA

11. TBA

12. XP, Media center, Vista, open to suggestions

 

[Roguestar]

Looks good, change the Seagate 640GB for the Western Digital 640GB. Someone else can advise you on an AM2 cooler.

 

[betasub]

Originally posted by: Ress
5. "cpu fan, heatsink" What do I need?

You've selected a retail boxed CPU - it comes with heatsink/fan and thermal interface material (TIM), as listed by newegg in the specification section.

 

[Blain]

Just buy a Dell.
Dell systems have far less "My PC won't..." threads here. :laugh:

 

[ther00kie16]

Yup, go with WD for HD and no need for a separate heatsink as the included one in the retail box should be enough even for modest overclocks. And looking at your needs, there shouldn't be any need for crazy overclocks that would require a better heatsink.

 

[imported_Ress]

Here is an updated list (changes underlined), what do you think?


1. CORSAIR CMPSU-400CX 400W ATX12V V2.2 80 PLUS Certified Power Supply - Retail
Model #:CMPSU-400CX
Item #:N82E16817139008


2. SILVERSTONE SUGO SG02B-F Black ABS / SECC Steel MicroATX Desktop Computer Case - Retail
Model #:SG02B-F
Item #:N82E16811163112

3. GIGABYTE GA-MA78GM-S2H AM2+/AM2 AMD 780G HDMI Micro ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail
Model #:GA-MA78GM-S2H
Item #:N82E16813128090

4. AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000+ Brisbane 2.6GHz Socket AM2 65W Dual-Core Processor Model ADO5000DOBOX - Retail
Model #:ADO5000DOBOX
Item #:N82E16819103211

5.

6. G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F2-6400CL5D-4GBPQ - Retail
Model #:F2-6400CL5D-4GBPQ
Item #:N82E16820231122

7. Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD6400AAKS 640GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM

8. LG 20X DVD±R DVD Burner w/ SecurDisc Tech Black SATA Model GH20NS15 - OEM
Model #:GH20NS15
Item #:N82E16827136149

9. onboard

10. Sony Bravia 32" 2nd monitor TBA

11. TBA

 

[videogames101]

I recommend this, I highly recommend it,

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16827151173

Samsung 223Q DVD burner, is blazing fast, I own 2.