- Oct 3, 2002
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I havent kept up with hardware lately, so I need some advice on parts for a new build. Ive tried to read the other build threads, but am still not totally sure on what I want, so I figured I'd ask for suggestions.
I have a keyboard/mouse/speakers/dell 2001fp already, so I wont be needing any of those things. Also, I am willing to overclock somewhat, but I dont desire crazy speeds on things, so if stock cooling can be used and is quiet, I'd prefer it. This computer will be used for tv,dvd, and games a decent amount. I'd like to spend around 1000, but that isnt a strict limit.
Case + PSU: I want something relatively simple, not too heavy, doesnt have to be flashy (I like some of the antec cases, but I dont know if the 350 or 380W psu's are good enough).
CPU: AMD something? What kind of cooling, retail or something else?
Motherboard?
Sound? I have a Santa Cruz I could salavage from another computer, or I could use onboard sound on the new mobo or get a new card, i'm not really sure.
Video: I'm thinking x800xl (pci-e) because its cheaper than the 6800gt, but I dont really know.
RAM: 1gig of something.
HD: I'd like a fast, quiet drive with 120 or 160 gig.
DVD: I like that NEC dual layer burner, should I get a seperate DVD drive also or use this for all functions?
TV tuner card: I have the winfast tv2000xp in another computer and have been pretty happy- would buy another, but am open to other suggestions. Thanks for any help.
I have a keyboard/mouse/speakers/dell 2001fp already, so I wont be needing any of those things. Also, I am willing to overclock somewhat, but I dont desire crazy speeds on things, so if stock cooling can be used and is quiet, I'd prefer it. This computer will be used for tv,dvd, and games a decent amount. I'd like to spend around 1000, but that isnt a strict limit.
Case + PSU: I want something relatively simple, not too heavy, doesnt have to be flashy (I like some of the antec cases, but I dont know if the 350 or 380W psu's are good enough).
CPU: AMD something? What kind of cooling, retail or something else?
Motherboard?
Sound? I have a Santa Cruz I could salavage from another computer, or I could use onboard sound on the new mobo or get a new card, i'm not really sure.
Video: I'm thinking x800xl (pci-e) because its cheaper than the 6800gt, but I dont really know.
RAM: 1gig of something.
HD: I'd like a fast, quiet drive with 120 or 160 gig.
DVD: I like that NEC dual layer burner, should I get a seperate DVD drive also or use this for all functions?
TV tuner card: I have the winfast tv2000xp in another computer and have been pretty happy- would buy another, but am open to other suggestions. Thanks for any help.