Upgrading my old machine

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MarcusSuridius

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Hello,

I have always visited this site when looking to get info on PC parts but never posted, kind of need to now.

I have been using an old build I made back in '06 I think it was and its starting to show signs of its age by slowing down when trying to open most apps. This is my current components - eireland.me/Software/Parts-1.jpg

I am planning on using the same PSU, DVD-RW and hard drives.

I found this very handy site and added parts im looking to pick up - http://pcpartpicker.com/user/MarcusSuridius/saved/2rY5

The parts look good, just not sure what graphics card I should look for. I do play a good bit of online games so want to get a good one.

Trying to get one for less than €150 cause I haven't too much cash to spare, any help appreciated
 
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MarcusSuridius

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Thanks for the fast replies, that card does look good and within my price range.

I was thinking about getting a new PSU just wasn't sure if she still had life in it, any thoughts on a good make for them. I have to go to work so cant open the case to check the make of this one.
 
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Mousemonkey

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Why not? I have been reusing both of my PSU's over the years and they are six and seven years old and still work just fine and cand handle being under load 24/7.

So long as its a decent PSU in the first place I would keep using it until it goes pop.
 
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dottorrent

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Re-using a Power Supply Unit for years wears electrical components down badly including capacitors and rectifiers. It is advised that the minimum to change a PSU is about 3 years, depending on OEM and / or warranty longevity.
 
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