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General Forums => Hardware and Software => Topic started by: AaronM2 on August 27, 2004, 10:06:47 PM
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well im thinking about makeing new comp :) how does this look
nForce2 Ultra 400 Chipset Motherboard for AMD Socket (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=13-150-045&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE)
Aspire 520W 12V Black Triple Fan Aluminum Power Supply, Model "ATX-AS520W BLACK" (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=17-148-008&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE)
AMD Athlon XP 2600+ "Barton", 333MHz FSB, 512K Cache Processor (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=19-103-418&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE)
CHAINTECH nVIDIA GeForce FX5700LE Video Card, 256MB DDR, 128-bit, DVI/TV-Out, AGP (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=14-145-078&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE)
CODEGEN ATX Mid-Tower Case (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=11-182-532&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE)
Maxtor 80GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=22-144-318&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE)
Aspire 520W 12V Black Triple Fan Aluminum Power Supply, Model "ATX-AS520W BLACK" (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=17-148-008&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE)
what am i missing i know i am so hows it look it it ok :) hope it is what do yall think any ideas ans plz tell me if somethings not going to work
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Barton Processors run hot, at least I have heard so, so it may be a bad idea for gaming. Dont rely on me, but Id spend a few extra bucks and get a better processor.
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errrrrr what kind i was to get a good cooling system so am i missing any thing :) its only going to cost 520$$ real cheap :D hehe cant wait so any good ideas any one i dont wanna pay more that 650 $$$ yes i know little mony 4 comp
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You might enjoy a CD-ROM drive as well.
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Originally posted by United
You might enjoy a CD-ROM drive as well.
I think he went overboard with the ram though :D
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got a cd burner :D errrr dont i need a windows XP disk right hehe errrrr 190$ errrrr thats going to kill me :( [*Sniff*] i have 512 look again hehe
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Originally posted by AaronM2
got a cd burner :D errrr dont i need a windows XP disk right hehe errrrr 190$ errrrr thats going to kill me :( [*Sniff*] i have 512 look again hehe
Cant ya just swap over your current HD for now?
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Originally posted by AaronM2
i have 512 look again hehe
Thats not ram thats processor cache
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The 2600+ will be fine for gaming, They dont run to hot with a standard heatsink if you use it at default speed. If you wanna O/c the cpu then you should buy an after-market fan, doesnt take anythig special to keep it cool round 3200+ speeds from my experience (built around 6 Amd machines for freinds and family) you are also missing ram there less you are switching it over? i would reccomend pc3200(400mhz) if you plan to over-clock the system i prefer corsair but there are several decent brands, two sticks at the same rating will also give you an improvment over a single stick
LJ
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LMFAO when i play Ah2 my comp useage is at 100% only 2mb Buffer :9 it sucks 120 gb hard drive :( and works like watermelon got alot of adware on this comp 2 but then again just right zeros to hard drive but i dont want this one
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Nope no O/C here 1.9s good 2 me hehe dont wanna mess it up make it to hot like a said above im geting a better cooling sytem that little fans not going to do any thing but i dont want it loud though ;)
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See look htis was the ram im geting going to upgrade later HEHE
Corsair 184 Pin 512MB DDR PC-3200 - OEM
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that lil fan will be fine at normal settings its designed to run it at default, It only becomes weak when you exceed its limits which you say you will not? Sounds like a waste really, Id think you would be better of buying good case fans
*(is there much diffrence in price for 2X256 as apposed to 512?)
Lj
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look should i keep PS that comes with tower or keep that big 520PS :D that would take 50$$ off hey i do need to get a disk from them right or should i just get 1 at a local store
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ok im going to give my comp to bro so i cant take any thing out of it now:( every little thing i need can u tell me plz :) thx
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The 350watt should be able to carry your system ok, 520 would pretty well be over kill for the system. Perhaps you could upgrade the Psu later on id reccomend an Antec true-power 420 i think they call them, its a great Psu. As for Desk , Do you mean a computer desk if so i wouldnt buy one on-line i doubt the saving would be worth the freight component
LJ
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hehe lol i ment to say disk***** hehe well the XP disk i cant take any thing out of this comp but i am keeping my modem and joy dident get this comp to long ago like few months runs Ah like watermelon though
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Couldent find that 420PSU just keep this one and im saying im not puting this thing together to much 4 my mind hehe
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ok changed a few things look now cost $518.99 any thing im missing exept Mouse Speakers and Cd rom???? do i need any thing else
Case
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=11-182-532&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE
Windows Xp Home
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=37-102-141&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE
Hard Drive
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=22-144-318&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE
Video Card
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=14-145-078&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE
Ram
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=20-145-479&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE
Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=13-150-045&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE
Processor
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=19-103-418&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE
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http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=713514&sku=s450-3200
19 dollars for mother board , speakers and cabinet and power supply
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WOW that cheap but ima stay with this one :D
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Originally posted by rod367th
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=713514&sku=s450-3200
19 dollars for mother board , speakers and cabinet and power supply
Ok whats the catch or downside on that?
typically when a deal looks too good to be true it usually is
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you might need a little MORE RAM.......
:lol
batfink
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errrr i am i have 512 right now im going to upgrade to 1 gig after i get it LOL
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Originally posted by mechanic
you might need a little MORE RAM.......
:lol
batfink
Hey did your name used to be batfink dident u used to be on 101st Airborn so how does it look it it worth it i mean the comp lol ;)
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Originally posted by DREDIOCK
Ok whats the catch or downside on that?
typically when a deal looks too good to be true it usually is
They run deals all the time there.... I have never had problem with them . Brought cards, speakers, motherboards and cpu's all name brands all came fast and still working.
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Ummmmmmmmm i cant wait so what do u think my fps will be im going to run at MAX res 2048X1536 :D hehe im sure ill get god graphs O boy o boy i cant wait
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20 at best
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LOL WTF thats slow thats cant be no way i want no studders at all ZIP
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Originally posted by AaronM2
LOL WTF thats slow thats cant be no way i want no studders at all ZIP
you'd need an A64 3800 and a ATI x800xt for no studders in this game right now ;)
(infact a 6800ultra might be better for AH, i heard ATI x800xt arnt that fast in ah.....)
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hehe im ill get it all right i made some changes wait no i dident im going to OverClock it :) got a extra fan hehe ill set to a lower res or mayve just 1024 by 768 ill get around 80 hehe i was getin 75 with 5200 128mb so im sure ill get better graphs and fater frames
i got a flat screen and sound card mouse keyboard ditched the power suppy got new fan
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hey aronM2..
why dont you pick a seagate 80gb disk? they are ALOT quieter at the same price.
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$101.00 at newegg
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Originally posted by AaronM2
$101.00 at newegg
for the seagate??
you find alot better prices i think, but you also have to calculate for more freight if you decide to order from another store then th eone you are getting the rest of the stuff from
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For those who dont wanna click on the links got the pics LOL
Case
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-182-532-16.JPG)
My extra Fan
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-999-455-05.JPG)
My Floppy drive
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/21-103-118-03.JPG)
Hard Drive
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/22-144-318-05.JPG)
Keyboard and mouse
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/23-165-002-02.JPG)
My Ram
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/20-145-479-02.JPG)
My Monitor Flat Screen :D
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/24-133-120-04.JPG)
My Mother Board
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/13-150-045-02.JPG)
My Processer
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/19-103-418-01.JPG)
$700.26 with out shiping and handleing
with its $764.69 the handleing was $64.43 so what do yall think well im most likely going to get it any way hehe every things going to work right im sure
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errrrr i had to do 2 post to many pics here they r
Window XP home
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/37-102-141-02.JPG)
My Sound Card
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/29-102-165-03.JPG)
My speakers for now ;)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/36-116-125-02.JPG)
My video card
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/14-145-078-02.JPG)
$700.26 with out shiping and handleing
with its $764.69 the handleing was $64.43 so what do yall think well im most likely going to get it any way hehe every things going to work right im sure
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vid card you choosing is a let down
what about the "entry level" 6800.... lol entry level :eek:
also an Abit Nf7 2 would probably be better than the shuttle?
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nah ill just over clock it so my video card sucks ??? o well better than 5200 ill keep it :)
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HELP it says my Motherboard Compatibility is not right look again at my case i have a Shuttle "AN35N-Ultra" nForce2 Ultra 400 Chipset Motherboard for AMD Socket A CPU
but my case says the Motherboard Compatibility is ATX will my Shuttle "AN35N-Ultra" nForce2 Ultra 400 Chipset Motherboard for AMD Socket A CPU still work i dont wanna by something that will not work plz help
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Originally posted by AaronM2
HELP it says my Motherboard Compatibility is not right look again at my case i have a Shuttle "AN35N-Ultra" nForce2 Ultra 400 Chipset Motherboard for AMD Socket A CPU
but my case says the Motherboard Compatibility is ATX will my Shuttle "AN35N-Ultra" nForce2 Ultra 400 Chipset Motherboard for AMD Socket A CPU still work i dont wanna by something that will not work plz help
why wont it work? :confused:
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any way i got a way better case 4 about 16$ more hehe pic below got to extra fans 4 it only 46$ :D
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-14.JPG)
heres all the info
Case here (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=11-144-001&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE)
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going to say i havent got it yet but i am boy o boy cant wait hows it look yall think its going to run well
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Originally posted by DREDIOCK
I think he went overboard with the ram though :D
:rofl :rofl :rofl
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Originally posted by DREDIOCK
I think he went overboard with the ram though :D
WTF i can hold 3gb and thats what i will get some time hehe i know i will MAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
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All you need now is this..... http://www.crazypc.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=938500
Just to make sure it all stays nice and cool. :cool:
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MMMMMMMMMMMMMM that looks NICE!!!!!!!!!!!! just might get one ;)
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Originally posted by DREDIOCK
Thats not ram thats processor cache
errr errrrrr errrrrr go look again at bottom of page i have 512mb ram errrr there is a pic u know
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if that video card sucks what about this one :( seems ok i guess is it better that this card
Total 97$
CHAINTECH nVIDIA GeForce FX5700LE Video Card, 256MB DDR, 128-bit, DVI/TV-Out, AGP,
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/14-145-078-06.JPG)
Card Info
Specifications:
Chipset/Core Speed: nVIDIA GeForce FX5700LE/250MHz
Memory/Effective Speed: 256MB DDR/400MHz
BUS: AGP 4X/8X
Ports: VGA Out(15 Pin D-Sub)+TV-Out(S-Video Out)+DVI connector
Support 3D API: DirectX 9.0, OpenGL 1.5
Cable/Accessories: 1 Cable, Manual, 2 CD
Max Resolution@32bit Color: 2048X1536@85Hz
Total 104$
SAPPHIRE ATI RADEON 9600 Video Card, 256MB DDR, 128-bit, DVI/TV-Out, 8X AGP, Model "ATLANTIS RADEON 9600"
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/14-102-320-05.JPG)
Card Info
Specifications:
Chipset/Core Speed: ATI RADEON 9600/325MHz
Memory/Effective Speed: 256MB DDR/400MHz
BUS: AGP 4x/8x
Ports: VGA Out(15 Pin D-Sub)+TV-Out(S-Video Out)+DVI Connector
Support 3D API: DirectX®9, OpenGL®2.0
Cable/Accessories: 1 Cable, Driver CD
Max Resolution@32bit Color: 2048X1536@85Hz
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nope... your upgradeding to a nice cpu speed yet using last years entrylevel gfx....hardly worth it
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i dont wanna spend more than 105$ on a video card im alrdy over the 800 after i got every thing even the Cd rom i can get that 104$ ati though what u think :) looks good to me faster than that 5700le what do u think i should get
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My Comp 1st build may get better Video card shown above tell me what yall think just to start off and dont forget i will be upgradeing :) it such as better PSU more ram better floppy and more fans things to keep it cool after i over clock it dont know if yall know this but u can also over clock Vid cards :D well i am going to upgrade it just want to get starterd 1st :)
http://secure.newegg.com/app/WishHistoryReview.asp?position=HISTORY&submit=VIEW&ID=939522
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why spend money on a soundcard when there is one buldt in on the mobo?
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Well it kinda sucks id rather have a Voodo sound card :D the on borad is kinda sucky u know some times they get really bad like this one some times when i play aces high or something starts geting to be all static and really cloudy :( sucks
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Well it kinda sucks id rather have a Voodo sound card the on borad is kinda sucky u know some times they get really bad like this one some times when i play aces high or something starts geting to be all static and really cloudy sucks
The onboard sound I use is decent quality. It isnt inline with some of the higher end boards but using headsets does it really make that much of a difference? I would suggest to take the extra cash you were going to spend on the audio card and put that towards a nicer video board. If you are really wanting a different audio card anyhow, just upgrade the onboard audio later.
RHIN0
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yep getin that SAPPHIRE ATI RADEON 9600 Video Card, 256MB DDR, 128-bit, DVI/TV-Out, 8X AGP, Model "ATLANTIS RADEON 9600"
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how much are 9800pros 128mbtye over there???? they go for as little as £129 here...thats about 3 days wages
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go check lol http://www.newegg.com/
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Originally posted by Overlag
how much are 9800pros 128mbtye over there???? they go for as little as £129 here...thats about 3 days wages
Here it is Over lag 197$ Jay1988 has this but he only gets
60FPS
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproductdesc.asp?description=14-102-268&DEPA=0
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Originally posted by AaronM2
Here it is Over lag 197$ Jay1988 has this but he only gets
60FPS
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproductdesc.asp?description=14-102-268&DEPA=0
do you really think a 9600 will get you over 30fps?:confused: :( let allone 60?
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the cheapset 9800pro i found on that site was $154.80, after a quick look at http://www.xe.com thats only £85!!!!!!!!jesus christ we are ripped off over here.
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LOL r talkin about newegg newegg is in U.S. LMFAO so u think my comps going to run good after i over clock it :)
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Originally posted by AaronM2
LOL r talkin about newegg newegg is in U.S. LMFAO so u think my comps going to run good after i over clock it :)
i know that :rolleyes: hence im converting the prices to £
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uh oh well i need help i dont wanna pay over 105$ for a vid card go to new egg plz can u plz help me find one thats new lol
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Originally posted by AaronM2
uh oh well i need help i dot wanna play over 105$ for a vid card go to new egg plz can u plz help me find one thats new lol
well your going to get what you pay for.......
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LOL well i was getin 75 with geforce 5200 128mb
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Originally posted by AaronM2
LOL well i was getin 75 with geforce 5200 128mb
with all the quality settings off, and no fsaa...how cool ;)
keep the 5200, and save up for a 6800non ultra later...... Upgrading from a 5200 to a 5700 is a waste of time really.
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i cant im giveing comp to my mother or my bro
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u cant tell me any card that r worth my money for now i am going to upgrade im just tryin to get starte
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i cant recommend anything below $160 for AHII....
i mean, what is $55 more going to hurt?
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come on this is just to start off with errrrr some vid card for it for now that will get me good graphs how about this :) wait look at this :) is this better
put a SAPPHIRE ATI RADEON 9600 Video Card, 256MB DDR, 128-bit, DVI/TV-Out, 8X AGP, Model "ATLANTIS RADEON 9600" on is that better errrrr
http://secure.newegg.com/app/WishHistoryReview.asp?position=HISTORY&submit=VIEW&ID=939773
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AMD proccessors are great for gaming. They run a little hotter than Intel because they do twice the work at lower clock speeds, with adequate cooling, you got nothing to worry about.
I run an Athlon 2500Barton, 333 fsb. Currently set to 2.1GHz and 400fsb. Since your mb has decent on board sound, and add-on card is a waste of money. The video card isn't that hot. If you want something in the FX 5700 series, get an"ULTRA" version. Go to Newegg.com. Gainward Golden sample edition is a good buy and has great features for this line of card. Barton 2500's are extremely over-clockable, too, so you can save some money there. A good case to look at is the Antec Solution series at@70.00. They're specifically designed for running cool and AMD cpu's. Mine works well, it's quiet and comes with a 350W psu, which is more than enough for the components you chose. Spend the extra money you save and get WinXP Pro w/SP1a.
Get heat sinks for your RAM...thermaltake.
Just my 2 Cents, but I speak from first-hand experience with most of these components.
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ok, your wasting $55 on ANOTHER PSU when you already have one in the case, yet you wont spend 160$ on a gfx card?!?! If you save $55 on the psu, you can add that to the $105 you want to spend on gfx...what do you get? $160 :D
also, what about a XP2500 barton how much savings is that?
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Originally posted by CYLONN
AMD proccessors are great for gaming. They run a little hotter than Intel because they do twice the work at lower clock speeds, with adequate cooling, you got nothing to worry about.
I run an Athlon 2500Barton, 333 fsb. Currently set to 2.1GHz and 400fsb. Since your mb has decent on board sound, and add-on card is a waste of money. The video card isn't that hot. If you want something in the FX 5700 series, get an"ULTRA" version. Go to Newegg.com. Gainward Golden sample edition is a good buy and has great features for this line of card. Barton 2500's are extremely over-clockable, too, so you can save some money there. A good case to look at is the Antec Solution series at@70.00. They're specifically designed for running cool and AMD cpu's. Mine works well, it's quiet and comes with a 350W psu, which is more than enough for the components you chose. Spend the extra money you save and get WinXP Pro w/SP1a.
Get heat sinks for your RAM...thermaltake.
Just my 2 Cents, but I speak from first-hand experience with most of these components.
ok good 2 cents so what all do i need heat sinks for ram mother board just tell me what i need plz dont tell me something i dont need im at 900 almost with shiping and handleing so tell me what i need thx and thx 4 2 cents im going to over clock it whjat do u think about that ati above
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3$ from 2500+ and 2600+ well im going to over clock it so whats it matter im getin 2600+ how hi can i get it LOL :)
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errrr that PSU im going to be runin about 10fans LOL than im going to have a floppy Cdrom hard drive and plus people say that comp case gets that PSU down good 2 so i dont need a PSU well anyway u think its going to work lol then my vid card mother board proseser its alot 4 that little thing
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why is it running 10 fans?
and anyway, most fans are only like 3watts, so wow 30watts :lol
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here we go
Fan info
Specifications:
Dimensions: 80 x 80 x 25 mm
Bearing Type: Sleeve
Nominal Speed(RPM): 2500
Max Air Flow(CFM): 32.5
Rated Voltage: 12V DC
Connector: 3/4-Pin
Noise(dBA): 28.3
fan pic
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-999-455-05.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-999-455-03.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-999-455-06.JPG)
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now case info
Specifications:
Case Type: Mid-Tower Case
Color: Black
Material: .8mm SECC Steel
Drive Bays: 5.25'' x4,3.5''(External) x2, 3.5''(Internal) x3
Expansion Slot: 7
Front Ports: 2x USB2.0, Audio
Power Supply: 350W
Cooling System: Side x1,Top x1
Mainboard Compatibility: Standard ATX,Baby AT
Dimensions: 18.4"x 8.2" x 17.15"
Special Features: Side Panel;Screwless Side Panel;Automatic Drop-Down Doors for Color Case;Back Lighting temperature display LCD etc.
now pics :) look real close comes with 3fans
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-14.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-12.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-15.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-03.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-06.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-05.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-08.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-04.JPG)
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My mother board is going to fit in that case right here is my mother board info and processor info and pics:)
Case info ASPIRE Turbo Case X-Dreamer Black Mid-Tower Case with 350W Power Supply
Info:Specifications:
Case Type: Mid-Tower Case
Color: Black
Material: .8mm SECC Steel
Drive Bays: 5.25'' x4,3.5''(External) x2, 3.5''(Internal) x3
Expansion Slot: 7
Front Ports: 2x USB2.0, Audio
Power Supply: 350W
Cooling System: Side x1,Top x1
Mainboard Compatibility: Standard ATX,Baby AT
Dimensions: 18.4"x 8.2" x 17.15"
Special Features: Side Panel;Screwless Side Panel;Automatic Drop-Down Doors for Color Case;Back Lighting temperature display LCD etc.
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-08.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-14.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/11-144-001-06.JPG)
ok here is mother board info
Shuttle "AN35N-Ultra" nForce2 Ultra 400 Chipset Motherboard for AMD Socket A CPU
Info:
Specifications:
Supported CPU: Socket A AMD Athlon XP/Athlon/Duron Processors
Chipset: nVIDIA nForce2 Ultra 400 + MCP
FSB: 200/266/333/400MHz
RAM: 3x DIMM for DDR400/333/266/200 Max 3GB
IDE: 2x UltraDMA 133 up to 4 Devices
Slots: 1x AGP 8X, 5x PCI
Ports: 2xPS2,1xLPT,2xCOM,1xLAN,6xUSB2.0(Rear 2),1xGAME,Audio Ports
Onboard Audio: Realtek ALC650 5.1 Channel Codec
Onboard LAN: Realtek 8201BL 10/100M
Form Factor: ATX
pics
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/13-150-045-02.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/13-150-045-06.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/13-150-045-03.JPG)
ok now Prosesor info
AMD Athlon XP 2600+ "Barton", 333MHz FSB, 512K Cache Processor
Info:
Specifications:
Model: AMD Athlon XP 2600+
Core: Barton
Operating Frequency: 1.9GHz
FSB: 333MHz
Cache: L1/64K+64K; L2/512K
Voltage: 1.65V
Process: 0.13Micron
Socket: Socket A
Multimedia Instruction: MMX, SSE, 3DNOW!, 3DNOW!+
Packaging: Retail Box (Heatsink and Fan included)
Pic
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/19-103-418-01.JPG)
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I dont understand why you need a big fancy case? Not many people are going to see it, and to make it look pretty takes extra money. Why not get a case that has the right specs for you and doesnt have all of the extra stuff thats not necessary? You could save quite a bit of money that could be used for more memory or a better processor.
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WTF im getin that watermelon because it cheap and there is alot of people who are going to see it LOL we got people come over here all the time going to shot off my comp :D
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and i need as many fans as i can get in that thing imgoing to over clock it so its going to run hot more fans get cooler more stuff to keep it cool the longer it last the longer it last the happyer i get i want it to last as long as i can get it im also going to get heat sinks to go over mother board and ram :) also going to get as much ram as i can get in there hehe can get 3gb so ill get that much :) but only 512 for now
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Originally posted by CYLONN
AMD proccessors are great for gaming. They run a little hotter than Intel because they do twice the work at lower clock speeds, with adequate cooling, you got nothing to worry about.
I run an Athlon 2500Barton, 333 fsb. Currently set to 2.1GHz and 400fsb. Since your mb has decent on board sound, and add-on card is a waste of money. The video card isn't that hot. If you want something in the FX 5700 series, get an"ULTRA" version. Go to Newegg.com. Gainward Golden sample edition is a good buy and has great features for this line of card. Barton 2500's are extremely over-clockable, too, so you can save some money there. A good case to look at is the Antec Solution series at@70.00. They're specifically designed for running cool and AMD cpu's. Mine works well, it's quiet and comes with a 350W psu, which is more than enough for the components you chose. Spend the extra money you save and get WinXP Pro w/SP1a.
Get heat sinks for your RAM...thermaltake.
Just my 2 Cents, but I speak from first-hand experience with most of these components.
errrrr cant find any at newegg may get some at a store here
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that MB has no holes around the CPU socket, which means you are stuck to pritty standard CPU coolers :(
Abit NF7-S v2.0 nForce2 or AN7
Great MB for overclocking
Very good sound on it
holes around the CPU socket ;)
NF7-S: http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=13-127-185&depa=0
AN7: http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=13-127-167&depa=0
or, you can save a few by buying a VIA chipset board like the ASUS "A7V880" VIA KT880 which is still good at overclocking.
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=13-131-501&depa=0
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and i still dont know why your running 10 fans, its going to sound like a hurricain!
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well im going to have 5 80mm Fans then ad on nthe fan for vid card 6 then PSU 7 then im going to have a few heat sinks :) so theres about 10 but there not going to be that loud :) i know it not going to be as loud as this comp it sounds like a weed eater plus on New comp im makeing im going to over clock it as hi as i can get it maybe over clock my vid card 2 :) :D
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5 fans??
(http://www.rsbc9th.com/ACDSee/2003%20Nerd%20Day/2003%20Nerd%20Day10.JPG)
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Originally posted by Nilsen
5 fans??
(http://www.rsbc9th.com/ACDSee/2003%20Nerd%20Day/2003%20Nerd%20Day10.JPG)
:rofl :rofl :rofl :rofl :lol :lol :lol :lol WTF is that sposed to be?
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LMFAO see look what yall did yall had skuz come in here and edit yalls post Say off topic now and personal :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :eek: :eek:
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Hey Aron... i did a search for 5 fans and computers and that pic showed up. Didnt mean to offend you :D
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does your motherboard support the sata drive natively?
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LOL i dont know go check hehe i havent got the comp yet ui wont have it 4 like 2 months yes long time yes i just wanted to know how it would work or if it would work go to http://www.newegg.com/ this is my 1st build
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Hehe:D
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Originally posted by acetnt367th
does your motherboard support the sata drive natively?
yes i do think so :)
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Aaron,
I was looking at whats on your list and think I can help you. You want a cool looking PC that will handle AH2. Well your on your way with alot of the right choices. However I would change a few. Here are my suggestions
Get rid of
Aspire 520W PS..... -$55.50
Aspire Turbo Xcase -$44.99
Speakers................-$7.99
Video Card.............-$104.00
Total.......................-$214.48
Replace with
Dynapower ATX case with 420W PS......$32.00
Case (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproductdesc.asp?description=11-138-033&DEPA=1)
ATI 9600XT....................... ......................$ 164.00
Video Card (http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=14-102-331&depa=1)
Total........................ ............................. + $196.00
Leaving you $18.48 To goto best buy and pick yourself out a quality headset to use in the game. If you must have the speakers add them back you still come out less. You dont really require the upgraded PS with the 430W PS that comes with the case I showed you. It should have pleanty of power to run all your accessories. And that case is very simular in looks and function to the one you have selected already, just cheaper.
This will give you what you want, a cool looking PC that will effectively run AH2 and cheaper.
RHIN0
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MMMMMMMMMMMM i dont know
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Originally posted by anton
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Yeah... but funny how that kid is trying for the tower look behind him... :rofl
Guess he's just trying to blend in?
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Originally posted by AaronM2
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The picture of the nerd sticking swizzle sticks in his glasses? Look over his shoulder at the tower????????
DUH.... :rofl :rofl :lol :rofl :lol :rofl :
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Herd these Card wouldent run AH2 for watermelon SO i went over board 4 now 209$ http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?description=14-102-281&depa=0&manufactory=BROWSE
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/14-102-281-09.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/14-102-281-11.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/14-102-281-12.JPG)
(http://images10.newegg.com/productimage/14-102-281-13.JPG)
What u think :)
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The 9600XT isnt far behind the 9800 in benchmarks. For less cash you can get the 9600XT. Thats what I would stick with.
This is an old link but It has some good info on this subject.
http://graphics.tomshardware.com/graphic/20031229/vga-charts-12.html (http://graphics.tomshardware.com/graphic/20031229/vga-charts-12.html)
Good luck.
RHIN0
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hmmmm i get what i pay for what i pay 4 better be good ill send that watermelon right back to them
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from what i can see there is a rather substantial diff between 9600xt and 9800 pro.
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YES REALLY
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Yes there is a difference between the two. But from your earlier posts Aaron I was led to believe you were on a budget. If you have the dough Get the 9800Pro. Its a much better card. But if you want a good performing card at a reasonable price the 9600xt is a good deal.
I did a search on the Sapphire cards and from what I read they seem to have good performance. My experience with the ATI boards has been good. For only $25 more from new egg you can get the ATI 9800pro. 9800pro (http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproductdesc.asp?description=14-102-286&DEPA=1)
Just remember you said it....You get what you pay for....big time true when dealing with video cards.
RHIN0
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im right at 1000$ now So im good!! :D
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Originally posted by Nilsen
from what i can see there is a rather substantial diff between 9600xt and 9800 pro.
yup...not sure where kev got that idea from :eek:
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yup...not sure where kev got that idea from
Got it from the link I posted above. Out of 40 different boards the 9600xt vs the 9800pro the XT was only 8 cards behind it. Now the 9800pro is a great leap forward in technology. It performs almost twice as good as the 9600XT.
My point to Aaron was the the 9600XT will run AH2 at a very acceptable level and at a resonable price. I know lots who are using this board and have no complaints(Me).
Was just trying to help the guy save some cash. Origianlly he only wanted to spend no more than $105 on a video board. He is now looking at having a fine system and getting excellent framerates. But at a price, it has risen from the innital $650 that Aaron wanted to spend to $1000.
If ya got it spend it, cause ya shure cant take it with ya....:p
RHIN0
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hell i just brought a £365 gfx card...which works out as almost $700....
why oh why are we ripped off over here :(
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LOL The world may never know :p