I'm building my second computer ever. I'm keeping my harddrive and case, which saves me a few bucks to really trick out the guts of my new machine. I wanted to run it by the forum to see if everybody thinks this new build will rock games like BF2142 and Hellgate London or simply explode in my face when I try to boot it up.
Here are the proposed components in planning on buying from NewEgg.com
FSP isn't really all that bad(I don't think), but it also is not all that good. As ^ said, I would think about another PSU. The other components look good together.
The only other advice I could offer would be to contemplate getting some more ram, especially if you are using vista.
All looks good - though you will likely be pushing that PSU a bit too hard. It's a good quality company, but that model is a bit on their low-end. The FX-600 (see signature block) would likely do you a bit better. There are also many other good PSU's out there.
Also - read the PSU 101 sticky. Please.
Good luck.
Message edited by avarice on 11-09-2007 at 12:58:22 AM
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CPU-E6600 - AC Freezer Pro 7- ASUS P5B MB
2GB Corsair TWIN2X2048-6400C4 - XFX 8800GTS
Antec P180B case - FSPGroup FX600-GLN 600W PS
pretty perfect build imo. but change PSU it be safe. FSP isn't bad, but its not as good as some others. Also if your using XP 2gb is fine. IF you are using vista..get at least 3gb.
It looks like I need to go back and do a little research on power supplies.
Thanks for all your feedback, I don't want any weak links in this machine and I get the feeling y'alls advice is going to not only make the machine run better but also save me some cash in the long run.
The power supply is the number one most overlooked important component in your computer. Its the one that provides stable clean power with no voltage spikes, over/undervolting. Computers are very sensitive to unclean power and are most of the time causing other people unknown problems, crashing, freezing etc...
I never buy a PSU without seeing lots of different reviews even if its a name brand.
Message edited by systemlord on 11-09-2007 at 08:35:43 PM
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