Office Efficient build around $800

[blechner_41]

I am looking to build computers for my work office which runs MS Network and applications. I reuse old monitors, mice and KBs.
Thank you,
Brian

 

[SingingThroughTheStorm]

I am looking to build computers for my work office which runs MS Network and applications. I reuse old monitors, mice and KBs.
Thank you,
Brian

Why build your own for this? You can get a decent Lenovo for less than $300.
Is there any office work you do that NEEDS a fast computer?

 

[blechner_41]

Yes, I want the computers to last a long time and be able to upgrade different components.

 

[SingingThroughTheStorm]

So are you wanting an extremely fast machine?
Will it be used for gaming (I am expecting they won't be used for gaming)?

 

[blechner_41]

No gaming. If you think I can get away with $600, even better.

 

[SingingThroughTheStorm]

Here is a build; although it might be overkill.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827106289
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112154
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148840
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139027
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233202
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131716
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115076

To cut cost you could downgrade the cpu to an i3 (Maybe even a G620) and shave around $80+ off the price.
About $587

 

[blechner_41]

Thank you. What is the best way to purchase Microsoft Office Professional?

 

[aznshinobi]

Check out my $350/$400 build here:
http://www.squidoo.com/electronicandmore
It'd work out for your office fine and be pretty good in performance.

 

[SingingThroughTheStorm]

Check out my $350/$400 build here:
http://www.squidoo.com/electronicandmore
It'd work out for your office fine and be pretty good in performance.

Looks like a great build, except you include the Llano which might not have much of an upgrade path (wouldn't matter if he didn't state he wants to upgrade components down the road).

 

[aznshinobi]

True, Sandy Bridge is a bit better when it comes to upgrade path, though in my opinion I don't really think Office computers need upgrading. Personally now. I say this mainly because my school still thinks getting New computers but having the same Core 2 Duo in them is an upgrade... Basically not upgrading at all but still running modern programs like Photoshop pretty well. (CS5)

 

[SingingThroughTheStorm]

True, Sandy Bridge is a bit better when it comes to upgrade path, though in my opinion I don't really think Office computers need upgrading. Personally now. I say this mainly because my school still thinks getting New computers but having the same Core 2 Duo in them is an upgrade... Basically not upgrading at all but still running modern programs like Photoshop pretty well. (CS5)

Very true. That is why I was saying even a G620 should work for his build.

A solid case and PSU are some of the more important factors here, since these seem like they will be in use for a while.

 

[blechner_41]

This build didn't work. After getting all the components in, the power supply doesn't have a 12V 4 prong connector for the motherboard. Suggestions?

Brian

 

[blechner_41]

Can I get a power supply for the build originally suggested by Singing?

 

[aznshinobi]

Yeah, go with the CX430 though, saves you some money and gives you plenty of power.