Hey all.
I'm (obviously from the title) building a new rig. I have a 4 yr old computer and am in desperate need of a new one. What I'm trying to achieve is a computer that will allow me to upgrade in a few months with a new dx10 card and a new Core 2 Duo processor. But until then I just want the parts to be ready for the final upgrade. Lastly, I'm trying to keep the initial build under $1k because... well I'm poor. So here's what I'm looking at. Please, please, please give me any suggestions about the build, components or compatibility issues.
Thank you all in advance.
Main Components
Antec P180 Case This choice is largely because it has awesome reviews... but I won't hate to go cheaper to save money or get better parts [$130]
Intel LGA775 Mobo This is my biggest component concern. I know getting the right mobo is KEY - so please any suggestions here would be awesome. [$130]
Prescott P4 650 3.4GHz (LGA 775) [$100]
Mushkin 2x1GB DDR2 800 Dual Channel (Dual Channel) If the mobo changes to need different memory it won't break my heart any
[$235]
Hiper 580W PSU This is probably my least favorite of the parts. Any suggestions? [$100]
GeForce 7600 GT 256MB And this is only until the DX10s come way down in price. [$140]
Other Components
Western Digital 250GB HD [$75]
LG Combo DVD/CDRW Drive [$30]
Thermaltake Cooler [$35]
Grand Total : $975
To everyone/anyone that posts comments - a very sincere thank you, your knowledge is always very appreciated, especially since I couldn't hope to know as much or have the technical know-how to avoid errors in buying all these parts.
:idea: Finally, and this is strictly off topic, is there any market for 4yr old computers? If I could partially fund the new build by selling the old one that'd be awesome.
I'm (obviously from the title) building a new rig. I have a 4 yr old computer and am in desperate need of a new one. What I'm trying to achieve is a computer that will allow me to upgrade in a few months with a new dx10 card and a new Core 2 Duo processor. But until then I just want the parts to be ready for the final upgrade. Lastly, I'm trying to keep the initial build under $1k because... well I'm poor. So here's what I'm looking at. Please, please, please give me any suggestions about the build, components or compatibility issues.
Thank you all in advance.
Main Components
Antec P180 Case This choice is largely because it has awesome reviews... but I won't hate to go cheaper to save money or get better parts [$130]
Intel LGA775 Mobo This is my biggest component concern. I know getting the right mobo is KEY - so please any suggestions here would be awesome. [$130]
Prescott P4 650 3.4GHz (LGA 775) [$100]
Mushkin 2x1GB DDR2 800 Dual Channel (Dual Channel) If the mobo changes to need different memory it won't break my heart any
[$235]Hiper 580W PSU This is probably my least favorite of the parts. Any suggestions? [$100]
GeForce 7600 GT 256MB And this is only until the DX10s come way down in price. [$140]
Other Components
Western Digital 250GB HD [$75]
LG Combo DVD/CDRW Drive [$30]
Thermaltake Cooler [$35]
Grand Total : $975
To everyone/anyone that posts comments - a very sincere thank you, your knowledge is always very appreciated, especially since I couldn't hope to know as much or have the technical know-how to avoid errors in buying all these parts.
:idea: Finally, and this is strictly off topic, is there any market for 4yr old computers? If I could partially fund the new build by selling the old one that'd be awesome.
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