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Building First Computer
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Tburg333
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15. October 2008 @ 16:59 |
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15. October 2008 @ 19:42 |
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That CPU cooler wont work with that CPU.
Everything looks pretty good. I would switch the CPU to a Q6600, the PSU to a Corsair 550VX, and the CPU cooler to a Freezer 7 Pro.
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Tburg333
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16. October 2008 @ 10:09 |
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Thanks very much.
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Tburg333
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16. October 2008 @ 13:44 |
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Originally posted by abuzar1:
That CPU cooler wont work with that CPU.
Everything looks pretty good. I would switch the CPU to a Q6600, the PSU to a Corsair 550VX, and the CPU cooler to a Freezer 7 Pro.
Does this look like a good deal to you??
I have switched the other stuff you suggested.
T
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16. October 2008 @ 14:45 |
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Tburg333
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16. October 2008 @ 15:18 |
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Ya, I forgot to post the link.
But I found some Reviews and they were all bad.
I'll take a look at the case you suggest. I really don't care about bells and whistles.
Thnx once again.
T
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16. October 2008 @ 15:56 |
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It's not about the bells and whistles. it's about the general layout of the case and how well it can cool. The CM690 is very good in that regard.
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Tburg333
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16. October 2008 @ 16:47 |
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Originally posted by abuzar1:
It's not about the bells and whistles. it's about the general layout of the case and how well it can cool. The CM690 is very good in that regard.
I don't think I phrased that very well. I was referring to the other one which had a lot of lights etc.
The best price I could find for the CM90 was at NX Source in B.C.
$79 plus shipping ($10) and of course GST
Direct Canada wanted an arm and a leg for shipping.
There is a big difference in the price of the Core2 Duo and the Q6600.
Is it worth the extra bucks now or would I just be wishing I'd gone for the Q6600 in the future if I don't get it now?
I missed out on the deal for RAM so will have to look around some more.
What brand do you prefer?
BTW, I just noticed that TigerDirect.ca has a special on a 1T Hitachi hard drive for $99.99. I don't know about Hitachi's computer stuff but if it's any good the price is great.
Thnx again for all your help.
T.
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16. October 2008 @ 16:49 |
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If you plan on keeping this computer for sometime then you will regret not getting a Q6600. Also I prefer Corsair for memory.
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Tburg333
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17. October 2008 @ 11:36 |
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Originally posted by abuzar1:
If you plan on keeping this computer for sometime then you will regret not getting a Q6600. Also I prefer Corsair for memory.
How does this look to you...
Corsair XMS2 TWIN2X4096-6400C5 4GB DDR2 2X2GB PC2-6400 DDR2-800 Cl 5-5-5-18 240PIN Memory Kit ----- it costs $43 + ship. & Tx after rebate at http://www.directcanada.com/products/?sk...facture=CORSAIR
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17. October 2008 @ 11:54 |
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Looks like a pretty good deal to me. Actually it will probably run at cas4 too.
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Tburg333
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17. October 2008 @ 12:47 |
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Originally posted by abuzar1:
Looks like a pretty good deal to me. Actually it will probably run at cas4 too.
What's "cas4" ?
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17. October 2008 @ 16:23 |
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It's the latency of the ram. The lower the better. That ram is rated for cas5, but it will probably run at cas4.
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Tburg333
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17. October 2008 @ 16:27 |
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I just ordered everything and took your suggestions except for the box. I couldn't get one at a decent price today so went back to the Enermax.
The total came to $951 incl. tx. and shipping. Then I should get $75 back in rebates.
Thanks again, you've been a big help to me.
T.
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17. October 2008 @ 16:43 |
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No problem dude. The enermax isn't too shabby. Not on par with the CM690, but you should be good.
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Tburg333
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18. October 2008 @ 13:56 |
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OK, I got the CM690 finally. At least the order has been accepted so maybe it was just a glitch when I tried to get it before.
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