Wanting to Build a Computer

[jimmmy]

Alright. let me know if these parts are compatible (I am building a gaming computer, my first non-pre-built computer ever) And/or Worth the price, and If they Have good quality, If not please suggest something (or let me know if i am missing a vital part) else that will work, Thank you.
All of this information is from Newegg.com


Motherboard
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ASUS P5N-D LGA 775 NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI ATX Intel Motherboard ASUS P5N-D LGA 775 NVIDIA nForce 750i SLI ATX Intel Motherboard
Item #: N82E16813131232
Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy $134.99

Hard Drive
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Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD6400AAKS 640GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD6400AAKS 640GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive
Item #: N82E16822136218
Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy $74.99

Graphics Controller
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EVGA 512-P3-N980-AR GeForce 9800 GT Hybrid Power 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card EVGA 512-P3-N980-AR GeForce 9800 GT Hybrid Power 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card
Item #: N82E16814130384
Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy -$15.00 Instant
$25.00 Mail-in Rebate
$139.99
$124.99

CPU
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Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Wolfdale 3.0GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80570E8400 Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Wolfdale 3.0GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80570E8400
Item #: N82E16819115037
Return Policy: Processors (CPUs) Return Policy $164.99

Case
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Thermaltake Armor Series VA8000BWS Black Aluminum / Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case Thermaltake Armor Series VA8000BWS Black Aluminum / Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case
Item #: N82E16811133154
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy -$5.00 Instant
$25.00 Mail-in Rebate
$149.99
$144.99

Keyboard
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Kensington 64365 Black USB Wired Slim Keyboard Kensington 64365 Black USB Wired Slim Keyboard

Item #: N82E16823155003
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
$29.99

Power Supply
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Thermaltake W0116RU 750W Complies with ATX 12V 2.2 & EPS 12V version SLI Ready CrossFire Certified 80 PLUS Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply Thermaltake W0116RU 750W Complies with ATX 12V 2.2 & EPS 12V version SLI Ready CrossFire Certified 80 PLUS Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply

Item #: N82E16817153038
Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy -$30.00 Instant
$50.00 Mail-in Rebate
$189.99
$159.99



Thank you total=$834.93

 

[jimmmy]

Anyone reply?

 

[coolcolin09]

Looks like a great system. One thing, what are you using this system for?

If it were me, here's a couple things I would change.

1) I'd suggest you shy away from modular cables on the power supply. Apparently, modular plugs limit power by adding electrical resistance. The voltage drop can be as much as would occur in 2 feet of standard wire. Modular plugs utilize delicate pins that can easily loosen, corrode, and burn, creating the potential for a major system failure.

This is just what I've heard over the past few months. I would suggest this PS: http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16817341002 - It's a good really one, and will save you over $100 after rebates. But the choice is yours, just an opinion.

2) That's a pretty good price for a full-tower case, but I would suggest the NZXT TEMPTEST - it's pretty much a bigger Antec 900 and has air filters on the intake fans; great value and will save you another $40-$50. Also, the TEMPTEST has 2 more fans than your case; and the TEMPTEST is virtually the same size as your case (22"x8.3"x20.5" compared to the Thermaltake's 21"x8.7"x22.1"....just a thought.

3) And just a thought, check out this Samsung Spinpoint F1 hard drive, it's $5 less than the WD and is 500GB large, but is made with better quality parts instead of being made in China, and has been benchmarked to perform considerably better than the WD's and Seagate's. http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16822152098

With the extra money saved, you could possibly upgrade your video card to an ATI 4850 for a little bit increased performance, or even a GTX260, many of which come down to $200-$240 after rebates.

Again, just my opinons. Looks like you have a great system going there! Good luck!

 

[jimmmy]

Okay and the system would still be compatible if i swapped these out for the parts you suggested? also is there any certain disk drives you would recommend Both DVD and CD-ROm Or the disk burning drives. im not sure. please reply

 

[jimmmy]

If i were to get

ATI 100-505553 FirePro V5700 512MB PCI Express 2.0 x16 Workstation Video Card

Would that Work a bit better? also for a monitor im not sure quite what to look for. Let me know

 

[jimmmy]

I just added a few things

Acer X193W+BD Black 19" 5ms Widescreen LCD Monitor

Microsoft N71-00007S Black 3 Buttons 1 x Wheel USB Wired Optical Wheel Mouse - OEM

and

LITE-ON Black SATA DVD-ROM Drive Model DH-16D3S-04 - OEM


Let me know what you think, I also added what the previous person had said.

 

[jimmmy]

I also Added some RAM i am almost positive these will work for the motherboard

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

 

[jimmmy]

Anyone? i need some feedback please. thank you

 

[disports]

Not a bad build (What exactly is your budget?)

CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Wolfdale 3.0GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80570E8400 Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Wolfdale 3.0GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80570E8400 -$164.99
RAM: G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F2-6400CL5D-4GBPQ - Retail - $54.99
HD: Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD6400AAKS 640GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD6400AAKS 640GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - $74.99
CASE: Your preference
PSU: 750W is a lot for what you're buying. You could settle for something lower. Say CORSAIR CMPSU-650TX 650W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Power Supply - Retail - $79.99 After Rebate
Even CORSAIR CMPSU-550VX 550W ATX12V V2.2 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Power Supply - Retail - $77.99 After Rebate is fine
MOBO: GIGABYTE GA-EP45-DS3L LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail - $89.99 After Rebate
CD Drive: Any Samsung, LG Drive is fine

$464.95 so far (Assuming 650W PSU) - w/o keyboard, mouse, video card, monitor, CD drive

22" LCD Monitors are pretty cheap nowadays
An example: Acer X223Wbd Black 22" 5ms Widescreen LCD Monitor 300 cd/m2 2500:1 - Retail - $179.99
With that you could get for a video card: ATI 4850, Say HIS Hightech H485F512P Radeon HD 4850 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Retail - $144.99 After Rebate

$789.93 (Assuming 650W PSU) - w/o keyboard, mouse, CD drive (around $25ish)

 

[Dillybob]

Dude, don't even think about the workstation card. For the price, desktop cards work a lot better for gaming and desktop use.
If you're doing CAD work, then the workstation card would work fine.

What's your budget?

 

[jimmmy]

Okay most of the things you just said, i did not understand. So could you reword? please. and my budget is whatever, im trying to get a good system for a small amount, or cheap amount of money. These were just some things i saw, what would you recommend

 

[jimmmy]

Im going for games, Not CAD. not at all. i just want a good card for gaming

 

[jimmmy]

Please i need some help if i am going to make this PC

 

[Dillybob]

WE NEED YOUR BUDGET RANGE.

Simply put, don't get a workstation card. That's all.

PLEASE GIVE US YOUR BUDGET RANGE.

 

[jimmmy]

UNDER 1000 DOLLARS PREFERABLY. Nothing above 2000

 

[jimmmy]

Okay this is my current build on newegg shared list My Current build
Tell me if there is anything i should change.

 

[Dillybob]

Get the MSI GTX 280, which is factory overclocked, costs about $415, and has a $40 mail in rebate beyond that....totaling about $375.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16814127360

 

[jimmmy]

Okay. im sorry this isnt what i am looking for. thread closed

 

[jaggerwild]

Originally posted by: jimmmy
Okay this is my current build on newegg shared list My Current build
Tell me if there is anything i should change.

I know you said thread closed and you seemed eager before but I have to say two things here on that list
A That Video cards is way to much after first posting what you did, word up here from someone who has been around video cards buy an EVGA 9800GT/ or GTX. For the price you can't go wrong, and life time warranty too!
B You have separate DVD and CD drives when all you need is a good DVD/RW that will do both for less money.