ahem backwards is spelled MeHa at your cheap settlement..
Here's a starting Point..
Subtract what you don't need (KeyBoard, OS, Speakers, etc. and use that to upgrade key parts CPU, Graphics, PS, etc..
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ahem backwards is spelled MeHa at your cheap settlement..
Here's a starting Point..
Subtract what you don't need (KeyBoard, OS, Speakers, etc. and use that to upgrade key parts CPU, Graphics, PS, etc..
Here's the Mid Level System for Gaming Enthusiast and the High End. Note the PS, CPU, GPU and Mobo are alot better. Should be good for 6 months.. LOL
WTF why do they have a Floppy listed??
WTF why do they have a Floppy listed??
Hey they came from Sharky's.. Posted those to give you an idea of prices, SSD's are still up there in price..
So, I haven't had much time, but I HAVE started looking at some components. I am pretty sure I am going to go with this case: RAIDMAX SMILODON ATX-612WB Black 1.0mm SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower Foldout MB Computer Case. I have always wanted a case with a foldout mobo tray, and this not only has that, but also has a bunch of fans too! Unless you guys have any better suggestions, this is going to be the one.
Bonecrusher
Make choices, don't look back...
That is pretty cool. Would make system building a little easier. The only thing I don't like about that case is it has the top mounted power supply. So five years ago. 
Other than that it looks nice.
Other than that it looks nice.
Yeah, I'm kind of bummed about the PS location is on top, but there's an exhaust fan right up there too, so extra-good PSU cooling I guess.
It also has a Window, with god awful Green color. This means you have to keep it real clean and wire everything up nice and neat. Another set back is that its a Steel Case. I do like the Mobo Tray option.. If you can afford to spend a few extra pennies take a look at this Lian-Li PC-7B. Nice Alum. Case, Don't think this one has the Slide out Mobo Tray.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112099
OK, I am a Lian-Li Fan Boy.. They are Top Notch Cases..
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112099
OK, I am a Lian-Li Fan Boy.. They are Top Notch Cases..
Taz, it's interesting that you saw the green color, because the one I'm looking at has blue fans, with a silver finish on the front of the case. I hadn't even noticed it was a steel case. I was texting BC today and I told him that if the case just doesn't work for the build I am going to make, then I have no problem switching to a different case. I am just VERY fond of the fold-out option, and I am perplexed as to why there aren't any other pc cases out there that do this.
[EDIT] I'm not sure how I messed up the link, but let's try it again RAIDMAX SMILODON ATX-612WB Black 1.0mm SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower Foldout MB Computer Case. I also noticed that it only has USB 2.0 ports and I can't seem to find the weight. I saw Raidmax has another case where the mobo tray is removable, which would also be acceptable, but from the reviews on that case, everyone had issues with the cabling. So, I'm open to suggestions. Basically, I'm looking for high airflow, removable mobo tray, and if it must have LED lights, then they've gotta be blue.
[EDIT] I'm not sure how I messed up the link, but let's try it again RAIDMAX SMILODON ATX-612WB Black 1.0mm SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower Foldout MB Computer Case. I also noticed that it only has USB 2.0 ports and I can't seem to find the weight. I saw Raidmax has another case where the mobo tray is removable, which would also be acceptable, but from the reviews on that case, everyone had issues with the cabling. So, I'm open to suggestions. Basically, I'm looking for high airflow, removable mobo tray, and if it must have LED lights, then they've gotta be blue.
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Bonecrusher
Make choices, don't look back...
I was looking myself today... and it seems like there are VERY few with the fold out/slide out mobo tray. And the ones that have it are Full towers and $250 - $300. I think thats a bit much. Taz is right Lian-Li makes some REALLY nice solid cases with good cable management and painted insides etc. Just pop open the side panel every four months and blow the dust out bro. Or take my approach and use a shop vac in reverse... blow some air at ~100mph in there and watch it explode in a cloud of dust. Works amazing.
The case you're looking at looks nice. All depends whats most important to you.
The case you're looking at looks nice. All depends whats most important to you.
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First decide on what Motherboard/Chipset you would like to run.
Then it's easy after that, Add Ram, Graphics, Hard Drive and you have a System.
I know Online shopping can be scary but shop around for the best prices. Bring all your gear over here and we can build ya a beast...
Then it's easy after that, Add Ram, Graphics, Hard Drive and you have a System.
I know Online shopping can be scary but shop around for the best prices. Bring all your gear over here and we can build ya a beast...
Alright fellas, bear with me... this message is coming from my PS3 (because my cell phone can't make « or »).
I've tried to contact my cousins (the professionals) about my situation; but it's been 4 days with no response... so I'm asking you guys for your opinions.
Last week my computer BSOD'ed, and when it rebooted it said it couldn't read the HDDs... however, after softbooting, it read them just fine. I ignored it.
An hour later it did it again, and again upon boot it said it couldn't read the HDDs... so I took out the IDE system HDD (thinking it had gone bad) and began loading windows onto my Sata.
Windows installed up to the point of the reboot before setup, when BIOS awaits a keystroke to let it begin loading from disk... it then froze and displayed colored letters in a diagonal line. Everytime afterwards it would do the same.
I am of the opinion that my mobo needs replacing... what do you think?
I've tried to contact my cousins (the professionals) about my situation; but it's been 4 days with no response... so I'm asking you guys for your opinions.
Last week my computer BSOD'ed, and when it rebooted it said it couldn't read the HDDs... however, after softbooting, it read them just fine. I ignored it.
An hour later it did it again, and again upon boot it said it couldn't read the HDDs... so I took out the IDE system HDD (thinking it had gone bad) and began loading windows onto my Sata.
Windows installed up to the point of the reboot before setup, when BIOS awaits a keystroke to let it begin loading from disk... it then froze and displayed colored letters in a diagonal line. Everytime afterwards it would do the same.
I am of the opinion that my mobo needs replacing... what do you think?
First do some easy troubleshooting. Pull your Ram out then reseat them. I would also swap SATA cables and plug into a different slot.
My other rig was acting all funky and me thinking it was a bad Hard Drive went and bought a new one. I then figured let me put the Ram into different Slots. It hasn't had a problem since then. Try the easy stuff first.. Make sure everything is connected firmly and then go from there.
My other rig was acting all funky and me thinking it was a bad Hard Drive went and bought a new one. I then figured let me put the Ram into different Slots. It hasn't had a problem since then. Try the easy stuff first.. Make sure everything is connected firmly and then go from there.
Yes, getting to BIOS isn't a problem, and yes both HDDs showed up when it wasn't telling me there weren't any.
I'll try that here in a little bit and see if that doesn't help... thanks fellas!
Sorry I'm getting back to you late...
Bios picks up the RAM and HDDs/DVDRom, but freezes on DMPI load.
I tried your suggestions, TAZ, but it didn't work.
Unless you guys have other thoughts; I'm still leaning towards the mobo.
Let me know what you think.
Bios picks up the RAM and HDDs/DVDRom, but freezes on DMPI load.
I tried your suggestions, TAZ, but it didn't work.
Unless you guys have other thoughts; I'm still leaning towards the mobo.
Let me know what you think.
Hey, I'm going to sound like a heretic here, but I was wondering if anyone has ever used CyberPowerPC.com to build a computer? They have some pretty good prices.
Buy a Dell! Jim, didn't you buy a system from them?
Ice, sound like you don't want to build a rig yourself..
I vote you go for broke and order a Falcon NW system.
Just Configured one for you.
If you order this you will be a "God walking amongst mere Mortals"
You also might be single looking for a place to stay..
Ice, sound like you don't want to build a rig yourself..
I vote you go for broke and order a Falcon NW system.
Just Configured one for you.
If you order this you will be a "God walking amongst mere Mortals"
You also might be single looking for a place to stay..