Howdy folks,
I'm looking to build my first pc, and looking for some tips/advice on what folks here would recommend. My intentions are to have a setup that can be easily expanded/improved in the future, and am considering installing Windows 7 when it's released.
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: Within the next two weeks
BUDGET RANGE: US$800-1000
SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: gaming is the primary use, although I do intend on using it for Office type stuff (Powerpoint)
PARTS NOT REQUIRED: everything outside the case (keyboard, mouse, monitor)
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: newegg.com
PARTS PREFERENCES: size is not an issue- a full size tower is fine.
OVERCLOCKING: No; I'm a newbie at this, and would rather not push things.
MONITOR RESOLUTION: Dell 24" 1920 x 1200
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Most important characteristic is stability (I will sacrifice performance if it'll give me stability)
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Include a list of any parts you have already selected with descriptively labeled links for parts.
I do have a copy of Windows Ultimate Vista that I can use (I presume I can install that in 64 bit mode if necessary) although I'm willing to buy a copy of XP until Windows 7 is avail.
I'm looking to build my first pc, and looking for some tips/advice on what folks here would recommend. My intentions are to have a setup that can be easily expanded/improved in the future, and am considering installing Windows 7 when it's released.
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: Within the next two weeks
BUDGET RANGE: US$800-1000
SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: gaming is the primary use, although I do intend on using it for Office type stuff (Powerpoint)
PARTS NOT REQUIRED: everything outside the case (keyboard, mouse, monitor)
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: newegg.com
PARTS PREFERENCES: size is not an issue- a full size tower is fine.
OVERCLOCKING: No; I'm a newbie at this, and would rather not push things.
MONITOR RESOLUTION: Dell 24" 1920 x 1200
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Most important characteristic is stability (I will sacrifice performance if it'll give me stability)
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Include a list of any parts you have already selected with descriptively labeled links for parts.
I do have a copy of Windows Ultimate Vista that I can use (I presume I can install that in 64 bit mode if necessary) although I'm willing to buy a copy of XP until Windows 7 is avail.
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