Good build?

[makotech222]

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SAMSUNG 20X DVD±R DVD Burner with LightScribe Black SATA Model SH-S203N

SAMSUNG 20X DVD±R DVD Burner with LightScribe Black SATA Model SH-S203N - OEM
Item #: N82E16827151154
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy




$31.99

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COOLER MASTER Centurion 5 CAC-T05-UW Black Aluminum Bezel , SECC Chassis ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

COOLER MASTER Centurion 5 CAC-T05-UW Black Aluminum Bezel , SECC Chassis ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
Item #: N82E16811119068
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy

$49.99

SAMSUNG SpinPoint T Series HD501LJ 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM
Item #: N82E16822152052
Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy

COOLER MASTER eXtreme Power RP-650-PCAR ATX from factor 12V V2.01 650W Power Supply - Retail
Item #: N82E16817171014
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy

$99.99


Logitech S-220 2.1 Multimedia Speaker System - OEM
Item #: N82E16836121014
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy

OCZ Gold 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model OCZ2G8002GK - Retail
Item #: N82E16820227124
Return Policy: Memory (Modules, USB) Return Policy

$47.99

ASUS P5K-E/WIFI-AP LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
Item #: N82E16813131196
Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy

-$10.00 Instant

$149.99
$139.99
Intel Core 2 Duo E6320 Conroe 1.86GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80557E6320 - Retail
Item #: N82E16819115015
Return Policy: Processors (CPUs) Return Policy
$176.99
ZALMAN 9500A 92mm 2 Ball CPU Cooler - Retail
Item #: N82E16835118223
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy

-$15.00 Instant

$63.99
$48.99

Subtotal: $728.91




Anyways so heres my newegg build. Replace the core 2 i have now with a penryn, i only put it there for price. I am using my current 8600gts in this build and a 24 inch monitor. I had a question regarding internet. does the asus wi-fi support vista 64-bit? i plan on getting it and im moving to college where there is wifi and i was wondering if it did, otherwise i would get a gigabyte board and a wireless pci card.

 

[nzxtlexa]

I think the wifi should work with 64. I was using it on my old asus mobo without any issues but check on Asus's website just in case. You can download the wifi ap on their site.

 

[Noya]

e6320? Are you in the USA?

 

[aevm]

He'd better be in the USA because Newegg won't ship elsewhere.

I'd replace the PSU with a Corsair 550VX.

The E6320/Zalman combo is fine, except that Zalmans tend to get noisy under load and cost too much for my taste. I'd get the E6750+Arctic Freezer combo from newegg.

Edit: I missed the part where you said you weren't actually going to get the E6320, but waiting for Penryn. Keep in mind that Penryn has been delayed and it might take a while. If you can wait, I'd recommend a Q9450 (assuming it is indeed $316 or close as expected). It will be overkill for most games, at least in the first year, but it's more future-proof than dual cores.

 

[Onus]

CoolerMaster is on tier-5 ("Do not buy") of the PSU listing at http://www.tomswiki.com/page/Tiered+PSU+Listings?t=anon
The Corsair aevm would choose would be excellent (if it is back in stock). Otherwise, choose one from tier-3 or better.

If you want / need the software required to watch movies or otherwise get good use out of your optical drive, get a Retail rather than OEM version.

And yes, the e6320 is a confusing choice. If you want something temporary, get a e21xx for a lot less.

 

[aevm]

I also like the Silencer 610W, if the 550VX is hard to find.

That's an interesting question, about the OEM drives and software. I bought an LG GSA-H62N, clearly labeled OEM, from a local shop in Ottawa (www.shoprbc.com). Cheap at $31. If it didn't have rip-lock I'd say it's a fantastic burner, in fact. It did come with a lot of software: Nero Express 7, Power DVD 7, InCD (that's some stuff for using rewritables), plus other things I never installed.

On the other hand, I bought a PX-810SA retail, and it didn't even have a SATA cable in the box. It did have Roxio software, but I'm used to Nero and PowerDVD so I didn't bother installing Roxio.

Before you buy a burner, whether OEM or retail, try to find out which software comes with it, if it makes a difference to you.

 

[makotech222]

whats the diff between retail and OEM on optical drives? Im changeing the cpu for a penryn. Im going only dual core, i dont really need a quad core at this point its not worth the extra money. I also forgot to add that i plan on doing a medium overclock on the CPU. Ill take the advice on the PSU i kinda just randomly picked one for price.

 

[rgeist554]

Retail sends you all the cables, software, etc. OEM generally means you get a box with your product and that is it. Ex. Retail CPU's come with a manual, CPU Cooler, thermal grease, etc. While an OEM CPU is just the CPU in a little plastic case. That's it.

OEM drives aren't a bad deal if you're getting a new motherboard, since the board it self often comes with plenty of cables for any connection on the board.

Ill take the advice on the PSU i kinda just randomly picked one for price.

Good idea. You'll see more as you read around here that 90% of posters recommend a quality PSU. Among other things, the fan in the PSU will remain quiet... I personally have noticed that every cheap RaidMax or whatever often starts to vibrate or make a hideous noise after about a month of use.

 

[chuckm]

Here's the power supply;
http://www.buy.com/prod/Corsair-VX-550W-Power-Supply/q/loc/101/205852646.html
There has been issues with OCZ ram and that MB, I know because that's the one I'm getting and I'm watching every forum about it. Get Crucial Ballistix and be done with it. Looks good, have fun

 

[makotech222]

okay thanks for the advice guys. is crucial cost the same and overclock as well?

 

[aevm]

Crucial RAM tends to overclock better than most.

It's also cheap if you are lucky enough to find a good sale

2 GB for $55 including shipping:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820146565

2GB for $40:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148076

 

[geofelt]

Vista 64-bit supports most current things. Exceptions are older legacy devices and 16 bit dos programs.

I would strongly suggest that you get 4gb. Vista loves it and memory is the cheapest performancer you can buy.

That Samsung 203 seems to be a good unit, it is sata and quiet. Using vista home premium-64-bit, I have no problem playing dvd's, burning dvd's, or viewing tv using a tuner card and media center. Vista seems to offer all the software functions you need. I am not big into dvd usage, so I might be missing something there. OEM gets you no extras, but you don't need them either.

Get a tier 2 psu. They don't cost any more if you shop. PC P&C silencer610 is good, as are the Corsair 450/550/650 units.

Find out if you will be using wireless B or G or N I don't know which the asus board uses, but you will want the fastest that the school offers you. You will have more flexibility in picking a mobo that might cost less if you use the appropriate wireless add-in card.

I hear that the duo 45nm cpus will be the first out, perhaps as early as feb 20. You might want to wait a bit.

Plan on using an oem cpu cooler. Get one which uses a 120mm fan. It will keep your cpu cooler, and will also be quieter because a slow turning 120mm fan is almost silent.

The case looks good. If you want a quiet case, I have been happy with my Antec Solo.

---good luck---

 

[makotech222]

hmm i heard they will be out around january 20. I think the zalman wil do fine for cpu cooling. i dont plan on going TOO high

I picked the corsair 550 for my PSU now. i dont think i have enough money right now for 4 gb. ill upgrade later probably.

 

[makotech222]

oh btw. it seems the asus only supports standard g. with that, i hope to go find another mobo and a wireless card that supports vista. Is there any board of similar price and OC ability out there?

 

[makotech222]

sorry for triple post, but i picked out this motherboard:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128064
i also changed my 92mm fan to a 120mm zalman. i really hope it all fits.

is this a good mobo and will the cpu cooler fit well? i heard the heatsink on northbridge is really big i dunno if that would affect it.