New Build Compatibiltiy Check - AMD FX6100/AM3+

[oneshotnike]

I need your help to check the compatibility of all the parts to build my pc with AMD FX6100 and Gigabyte AM3+ AMD Motherboard.

My old PC died last week, and now I was encouraged by my friends to build my own pc.
I mostly use my desktop for watching movies online by connecting this pc to LCD TV (hdmi), high internet use, I don’t play any games; however, I would like to in near future, video edition - once or twice in a year, skype/video chatting, that’s it.

Level of my PC knowledge = 5/10.
I wont be doing any overclocking or changing the original configurations, I dont know how to do it.
Based on my usage, let me konw if I can downgrad the CPU or Mobo config. I prefer to buy bundle deal from Microcenter

Following is a list of PC hardware that I prefer to buy.

From Newegg.com (Preferred)
Case: Antec 300 Hundred Illusion Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case... Cost: $45
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811129066

PSU: Antec HCG Series 400 ATX12V 80+ Bronze Certified Power Supply... Cost: $30
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817371046

From Microcenter.com (Preferred)
Bundle offer for CPU and MOBO. Bundle costs... $185

CPU: AMD FX 6100 Black Edition 3.3GHz Six-Core Socket AM3+ Boxed Processor
http://www.microcenter.com/single_ [...] id=0375766

MOBO: Gigabyte GA-970-UD3 Socket AM3+ 970 ATX AMD Motherboard
http://www.microcenter.com/single_ [...] id=0375772

SSD: Crucial m4 CT128M4SSD2 128GB SATA 6.0Gb/s 2.5" Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) with Marvell Controller...Cost: $115
http://www.microcenter.com/single_ [...] id=0364545

From Frys.com (Preferred)
RAM: PATRIOT DDR3 8GB 1333MHz DUAL G2 Series Memory... Cost: $27
http://www.frys.com/product/671908 [...] IN_RSLT_PG

From my Old System
Video: GeForce 210
Nvidia Geforce 210 Spec Page: http://www.gpureview.com/geforce-210-card-621.html
I will have one 500GB HDD and one 1TB SAMSUNG Spinpoint F3 from my old system.

Operating System: Windows 7 Pro

I plan to use my old video card for now; however, I need a suggestion on a video card for future per my usage, with respect to Required Performance:Low Price.
I will appreciate your opinions on the compatibility and any issues that you believe might cause errors for the above parts. Thank you

 

[obsama1]

1.) It's all 100% compatible.
2.) The PSU is a bit weak. If you want to upgrade the GPU, you will need atleast a 500W.
3.) The FX6100 is excellent for browsing the web, video chatting, etc. However, if you plan on gaming, I would recommend the Phenom II x4/x6, since they are more powerful, or an Intel i5/i7.
4.) What games do you plan on playing in the future? If they are CPU-intensive games(Civ 5, Skyrim, etc.), again, you will need a better CPU. If we know what games you're playing, I could definitely recommend a good GPU.
5.)

 

[oneshotnike]

1.) It's all 100% compatible.
2.) The PSU is a bit weak. If you want to upgrade the GPU, you will need atleast a 500W.
3.) The FX6100 is excellent for browsing the web, video chatting, etc. However, if you plan on gaming, I would recommend the Phenom II x4/x6, since they are more powerful, or an Intel i5/i7.
4.) What games do you plan on playing in the future? If they are CPU-intensive games(Civ 5, Skyrim, etc.), again, you will need a better CPU. If we know what games you're playing, I could definitely recommend a good GPU.
5.)

I have not played any games on my dead Lenovo, and I dont even have any idea if I am going to play any. However, I am addicted to watching online movies, shows, etc. I didnt plan for future expansion, thanks for your PSU suggestions.

 

[obsama1]

Well then, just get a 450W PSU. Just enough, IMHO. If you're just playing movies, 4GB/6GB RAM will be enough. The SSD, ergo, is a bit too much. Would you be better off with a 90GB or 128GB SSD? Up to you. However, the Phenom II x6 is much cheaper and more powerful. Same goes for Phenom II x4. To outline the changes:

400W ----> 450W
FX 6100 Bundle ----> Phenom II x6 Bundle
8GB RAM ----> 4/6GB RAM
128GB SSD ----> Either stay with it, or get a 90GB

 

[oneshotnike]

400W ----> 450W
FX 6100 Bundle ----> Phenom II x6 Bundle
8GB RAM ----> 4/6GB RAM
128GB SSD ----> Either stay with it, or get a 90GB

Substitute to CPU: Phenom II x6 1045T Six Core AM3
http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0382798

Substitute to PSU: Antec HCG 520W ATX PSU
http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0348766

I will need your suggestion on selecting Brand for an SSD from Newegg or Microcenter.
Budget: $100
Better Performance and reliability.

Also any suggestion for my future Graphic card, that under $90.

Thanks for all your suggestions, I am finally getting closer to building a first better pc.

 

[obsama1]

No problem. Under $90? The 7750 is $110, and vastly better than other cards at the same pricepoint.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100006662&IsNodeId=1&Description=550%20ti&bop=And&Order=PRICE&PageSize=20

Since it's for the future, it will undoubtedly drop in price.

Crucial M4
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148441
Mushkin Chronos
http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0393061
OCZ Agility 4(my recommendation)L
http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0393061

If you get an SSD, update the firmware ASAP as they contain bug fixes and stability fixes, and if you don't apply them, you do put data at risk.

 

[oneshotnike]

Obsama, I appreciate for your recommendations. I now have a clear view of what components will i need to build the pc.
Thanks.

 

[obsama1]

No problem! I'm sure this will play movies, and web browse with flying colors.