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Help me build a ~$650 P.C
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JaguarGod
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29. November 2008 @ 14:54 |
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Ps3DsLite
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29. November 2008 @ 15:15 |
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JaguarGod
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29. November 2008 @ 15:31 |
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Swap the PSU for a Corsair or PCP&P (non Dell - sorry once again for the bad link). They will be much more reliable and the price does not change. Also, they will consume less power since they are more efficient. Basically, it will take 813 Watts of input power for the OCZ to produce 600 Watts and 723 Watts from a better one to produce the same power.
813 - 723 = 90 Watts = .09 KW
.09 x $0.14/KWH x 6 x 365 = $28 a year in savings with estimated use at 6 hours per day. If it were 24 hours per day average, it would save you $110 per year in energy.
Also, inefficient PSUs will break down faster causing them to supply inadequate power to your valuable components. This increases the risk of a component failing or being destroyed. It also increases the risk of fire (although this is pretty low).
Either one that I linked in the previous post will be better.
Are you still not able to get the Gigabyte motherboard? It still shows available for me.
Edit: It seems like the Gigabyte board has better cooling, but both are of similar quality. I can research more if you like.
This message has been edited since posting. Last time this message was edited on 29. November 2008 @ 15:33
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29. November 2008 @ 15:47 |
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It doesn't show available for me. You sure you're looking at the right board?
Agreed on the OCZ unit, they're OK, but I don't trust their long-term longevity, or voltage regulation.
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Ps3DsLite
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29. November 2008 @ 15:50 |
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Anything cheaper? I have to go somewhere, but I will be back in a few hours(2-3). I will make my final transaction then. Thank you?
The cheapest PSU you said doesn't have any PCI-E connectors
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JaguarGod
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29. November 2008 @ 16:23 |
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I see 1 PCIe connector on the 420 Watt PSU. Here's the official specs on it:
http://www.pcpower.com/products/descript..._ATX/index.html
I just noticed that the site shows the weight. The 610W is 7 pounds!
If you are planning on doing Crossfire in the future, you might as well pick up the 610 version since it's the same as the 500 watt in price.
@sammorris:
After logging out it went to auto-notify :P I guess I was holding the last one in my cart.
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Ps3DsLite
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29. November 2008 @ 19:12 |
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Just came back........Looks like 2 more things are Out of stock!, I'm buying immediately but what about the case and Video Card?
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Ps3DsLite
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29. November 2008 @ 19:54 |
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Ps3DsLite
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29. November 2008 @ 21:31 |
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This message has been edited since posting. Last time this message was edited on 29. November 2008 @ 21:34
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29. November 2008 @ 21:43 |
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I had a Thermaltake Toughpower, they're good, but they're incredibly noisy, so if you dislike a loud PC, don't buy. The same goes for the graphics card, I had one with a very similar fan and it actually gave me migraine-like headaches it was so bad. I personally would find a different combo to save my sanity...
The NZXT Guardian is a nice (and quiet) case if you like stuff like that, I have no problems with that.
Graphics card and PSU I would choose:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102802
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139003
That card works out cheap despite the fact it's the 1GB version, and that PSU is nice and quiet and more importantly, reliable.
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29. November 2008 @ 21:46 |
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Also, I can't help but notice you still have the OCZ Reaper RAM listed, I read of issues with OCZ RAM, regarding both compatibility and reliability at its rated speeds. I strongly suggest swapping it out for Corsair XMS2 or G-Skill RAM. It pays to be slow and cautious about a build to get the right stuff.
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Ps3DsLite
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29. November 2008 @ 21:49 |
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Is there a PSU in which I can Xfire later?
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29. November 2008 @ 21:51 |
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heh, you ought to say Crossfire. XFire generally refers to the game-client program.
I tend not to recommend dual graphics to many people, as they always intend to upgrade 'later' when their system finally can't handle later games. By the time that happens, it is far more cost effective to just buy one newer card rather than add one of what they already have, which will almost certainly have gone out of production, or be overpriced compared to newer, better stuff.
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Ps3DsLite
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29. November 2008 @ 22:11 |
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Cool! A better GPX CArd and better PSU for less!
I can throw in a Keyboard and mouse now!!
This message has been edited since posting. Last time this message was edited on 29. November 2008 @ 22:17
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29. November 2008 @ 22:12 |
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What does?
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Ps3DsLite
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29. November 2008 @ 22:20 |
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Sorry I miscalculated..
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29. November 2008 @ 22:28 |
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Ok, fair enough. That should be the final list :)
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Ps3DsLite
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29. November 2008 @ 23:58 |
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On the checkout page it says something about it being OEM, should I go Retail?
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30. November 2008 @ 00:06 |
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The CPU is OEM. Basically, OEM CPUs don't come with a cooler and have a 1 year warranty instead of 3 years. You don't need a CPU cooler as you're buying a better one, which leaves the warranty, I tend to find CPUs don't go wrong, especially if you don't overclock them, but it;s up to you, the extra money isn't a great deal, but if you're on a strict budget, you have to consider it.
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Ps3DsLite
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30. November 2008 @ 00:38 |
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I heard the retail version is still B3 sometimes. So I'm going to go for the G0 OEM version.
Once again, THANK YOU, to both of you
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Ps3DsLite
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30. November 2008 @ 00:43 |
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Alright!!! I just did the checkout w/paypal!!!!
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30. November 2008 @ 14:26 |
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Good stuff, I'm also glad to see you spotted the stepping differences, I wasn't aware B3s were still being sold in the US. Good luck with the build, any questions, you know where we are!
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8. December 2008 @ 18:36 |
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These building threads are getting better and better, getting confused which to visit anymore.
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AfterDawn Addict
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8. December 2008 @ 19:28 |
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Well, have a look around. I presume you're probably sick of the disarray that is the official thread...
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9. December 2008 @ 15:03 |
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