I need help with MOBO, CPU & CPU cooler for a new build (to replace an older computer running XP Pro 32 bit which seems about to die).
I want to purchase parts today. Will use existing monitor, keyboard & mouse, as well as existing XP Pro OS. Have new OCZ Agility 120 GB SSD to use for the boot drive and will re-purpose drives from other machines for storage.
I will want to run XP Pro 32 bit on the new build because several software programs I need to use from time to time only function in a 32 bit environment. I might want to dual boot the new machine to 2000 Pro. The new build will be connected to my Win 7 and other machines in a wired network.
I like a full size MOBO as I don't like to work with "crowded" spaces and like to have a decent number of expansion card slots. The machine will not be used for any graphics intensive stuff, so I would be happy with onboard graphics in this build. Will use a full tower case, likely a CoolerMaster (because I liked working with the HAF 932 Advanced in my first build).
My initial thought is to go with either the ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS LGA 1155 Intel Z77 ($170) or the ASRock Z77 Extreme4 LGA 1155 Intel Z77 ($125) for my MOBO & the Intel Core i3-2100 Sandy Bridge 3.1GHz LGA 1155 65W Dual-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 2000 BX80623I32100 for my CPU. Is there reason for me to spend the extra $45 for the ASUS P8Z77?
I would also appreciate any thoughts on the best CPU cooler for the $ in this setup, as well as best memory for the $.
This is only my second build, so any and all advice will be greatly appreciated!
I want to purchase parts today. Will use existing monitor, keyboard & mouse, as well as existing XP Pro OS. Have new OCZ Agility 120 GB SSD to use for the boot drive and will re-purpose drives from other machines for storage.
I will want to run XP Pro 32 bit on the new build because several software programs I need to use from time to time only function in a 32 bit environment. I might want to dual boot the new machine to 2000 Pro. The new build will be connected to my Win 7 and other machines in a wired network.
I like a full size MOBO as I don't like to work with "crowded" spaces and like to have a decent number of expansion card slots. The machine will not be used for any graphics intensive stuff, so I would be happy with onboard graphics in this build. Will use a full tower case, likely a CoolerMaster (because I liked working with the HAF 932 Advanced in my first build).
My initial thought is to go with either the ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS LGA 1155 Intel Z77 ($170) or the ASRock Z77 Extreme4 LGA 1155 Intel Z77 ($125) for my MOBO & the Intel Core i3-2100 Sandy Bridge 3.1GHz LGA 1155 65W Dual-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 2000 BX80623I32100 for my CPU. Is there reason for me to spend the extra $45 for the ASUS P8Z77?
I would also appreciate any thoughts on the best CPU cooler for the $ in this setup, as well as best memory for the $.
This is only my second build, so any and all advice will be greatly appreciated!