Recent content by ticker89

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    Building my first Gaming PC - w/ Pics

    Thanks for the detailed response and explanation. Also, good catch on the shipping, I hadn't noticed. The ASUS mobo I chose for my first build is the one you're recommending right? This is taken from its description: DDR3 1800(O.C.)/1600(O.C.)/1333(O.C.)/1066 Does this mean it runs 1066...
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    Building my first Gaming PC - w/ Pics

    Fair enough, I'll look into a 21" inch or so as they aren't much more anyways. Any input on the rest of the build/changes I made with the 1333 and Mobo?
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    Building my first Gaming PC - w/ Pics

    How is this for DDR3 1333 and a new Mobo? Also, I'm just curious why I don't need 1600 and 1333 is the way to go? Not doubting you, just trying to learn. G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F3-10666CL9D-4GBNQ ASRock 760GM-GS3...
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    Building my first Gaming PC - w/ Pics

    Lol I'll swap out the PSU, I didn't know it was crap! As far as the DDR3 1333, should I still go with 4GB of G. Skill? That also means I would need a different mobo correct? Since the one I chose was meant for 1600. Cheers, Chris
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    Building my first Gaming PC - w/ Pics

    Well the good news is I'm still going ahead with a build. Bad news is I won't be able to stomach the purchase (I got carried away a bit - you guys are a bad influence:biggrin:). As much as I would like to, I'm also saving for an investment property which falls before a PC on the priority list...
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    Building my first Gaming PC - w/ Pics

    Hey guys, anyone else have any input on the build? I've called newegg and they are all out of Windows 7 so I will have to get a copy from tigerdirect. Also, will this work as an optical drive? Sony Optiarc CD/DVD Burner Black SATA Model AD-7260S-0B - OEM
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    Buying budget gaming PC! Need advice

    Thanks again Zi0n. I created a new thread where I will post updates on my progress here: http://forums.anandtech.com/showthread.php?t=2123605 Check it out if you have time, I've got a few more questions over there with regards to my CPU & GPU.
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    Building my first Gaming PC - w/ Pics

    Thanks for the reply. The 970 ($195) works out to being $30 dollars more than the 965 ($165) but it comes with a $15 gift card. Do you think the difference is still too minimal to warrant the extra expense? Would that money be better off spent on the Gigabyte 460 OC? It is $20 more than the...
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    Building my first Gaming PC - w/ Pics

    Here is the build I've got going at the moment. Zi0n helped with most of it. What do you guys think? Is the X4 the way to go for CPU or should I be looking at the X6 for the games I'll be playing? I really want to get everything right so harsh input is appreciated! $830 is what I will...
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    Building my first Gaming PC - w/ Pics

    So I let you guys talk me into building instead of buying! I started a new thread as I am no longer looking to buy a PC. I hope to use this thread to post pictures of the build and final project which is hopefully not everything smashed into pieces with me smoking a cigarette (I don't smoke...
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    Post approval

    Hey Mods, I just joined and was wondering when my post approval will be removed? I'm not here to spam or cause trouble. Just looking for advice as I am about to try and build my first gaming PC. If it could be removed that would be great. Cheers Chris
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    Buying budget gaming PC! Need advice

    edit: Double post.
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    Buying budget gaming PC! Need advice

    Thanks for the input. I've made the changes you suggested. I also upgraded my CPU to the Phenom 970 which is the same price at the moment as the 965. Cart Item List: Qty.Product DescriptionSavingsTotal Price1 Antec Three Hundred Illusion Black Computer Case Item #:N82E16811129066...
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    Buying budget gaming PC! Need advice

    Thanks for all the help guys. After doing more and more reading.. I think I'm going to attempt to build my own (with all of your help I hope). Here is what I've got so far. Let me know what you think. I'm pretty sure everything is compatible however I am not 100% on the RAM. Am I...
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    Buying budget gaming PC! Need advice

    So since many of you have been saying I'm better off building my own I decided I would at least look into it and give the thought a chance. I'm currently reading up and trying to learn as much as I can. I've come across this build that seems fairly good and is cheaper. I'm not sure how it...