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  1. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    If I go with the 22" then it will be the Acer if I go with the 24" then it will be the Dell. Hubby thinks I should get two 22" but I don't really think I'd like having Dual Monitors. He does at work and claims its the best. I would rather have simplicity and go with one 24"
  2. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Okay, just placed my Velocity order. Now I need to go to Newegg and get the RAM. Any good wireless keyboard/mouse sets that you could recommend? Or are there better places to buy? I also have to buy my monitor too. Trying to decide if I want 2 22" widescreen, or 1 24".
  3. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Thanks so much for the replies! I don't do any 3D work. I only do print design and photo work. I also don't access old files often so I will be writing them to DVD's to store off of the computer. I also have a external Western Digital hard drive that holds 100gb (I think)! If you think 4gb is...
  4. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Okay, I want to do 3gb to save some money. Hubby sees otherwise (even though he doesn't use the computer). So if I go the 3gb route, will I still lose 5% like mentioned above?
  5. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Okay I'm posting this here because I'm getting no replies by posting separately. My plan is to buy 3gb of RAM from Newegg and add it. BUT, my husband thinks I should max it out at 4gb total, even though Vista can only use 3.25gb (correct). But, if I go my way, with 3gb. What's the best way to do...
  6. J

    Favorite Wireless Keyboard and Mouse

    I don't do gaming, but I type often and do graphic design.
  7. J

    Quick Question about adding RAM - PLEASE!

    Here is what I was planning to buy from Newegg: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16820145098
  8. J

    Quick Question about adding RAM - PLEASE!

    Here's what I'm ordering (see below). My plan is to buy 3gb of RAM from Newegg and add it. BUT, my husband thinks I should max it out at 4gb total, even though Vista can only use 3.25gb (correct). But, if I go my way, with 3gb. What's the best way to do it? Buy 3x1gb from Newegg? What about the...
  9. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Ohhh good to know. I just really don't even think I'd use up 320gb to begin with, let alone 640gb. So maybe I will dump the 2nd hard drive and add the video card from Velocity. Thanks!!!
  10. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Okay here it is. I'm ordering tonight. Please look this over to make sure everything looks good. I added the 2nd hard drive, although I really wish I could have my 2nd be like 80gb instead of 320gb, I don't need that much. Then I'll add ram through Newegg. Case GX Black - Velocity Micro...
  11. J

    CHEAP computer needed, just for internet, email and photo storing

    My brother is in need of a computer to replace his laptop that has broken. He only needs a computer for the internet, emailing and to store his photos. He doesn't play any games, run any special programs or editing software. Where's the best place to look for something like this?
  12. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Okay so maybe I'll save the $115 and get 3gb and use that money to get an extra HD.
  13. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    So if I stick with the 32bit Vista, should I only get 3gb of RAM?
  14. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    What does this mean exactly? That it can't even use 4gb? I'll be purchasing the new Adobe CS3 that just came out so it should be Vista compatable.
  15. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    I agree. I at least want to buy the RAM from Newegg. As long as it won't void the warrenty I'm all for saving some money - espcially that much!
  16. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    I have an external hard drive that I can use for storing (though I rarely do). Is it really worth the $120 to have another one integrated? As for the second optical drive, we never use our 2nd one on our current computer. I've always just burned from the hard drive, instead of copying.
  17. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    This was my thought too. We've had 2 Dell's and I've hated them both, and their customer service.
  18. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    I wonder if adding all of that, it would be more worth my while to check out HP? I went to their website and I'm lost as to where to start... they have too many options for desktop computers, at least for a starting point.
  19. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Here's everything from Velocity. I'll go to hp to compare... Case GX Silver - Velocity Micro Classic Case - Pure Aluminum, matching aluminum drive covers, 2 x 120mm fans Power Supply 500 Watt Velocity Micro® Power Supply with Dual Blue Lighted Fans Motherboard Genuine Intel®...
  20. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    I was wondering about that. If I'm adding RAM and the video card, would that null the warranty, with Velocity or HP?
  21. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Total price is $1283 then I'll spend the $228 for 4gb ram from newegg and how much was the video card? I thought it was $100. So that's $1611
  22. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Intel® Core? 2 Duo processor E6600, dual 2.4GHz cores, 4MB L2 Cache (+$170.00)
  23. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Where is the video card on newegg? I can't find it and I did a search...
  24. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Now I'm curious as to what the difference would be between the HP and the Velocity. If they're configured the same... I'll have to try that.
  25. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    and with the 1gb of ram (1024MB Corsair? DDR2 PC5300 DDR667 (1x1024) I save $460
  26. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    It says I can chose this instead: Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3000 for a savings of $145
  27. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Oh wow, yeah I'll do that. Thanks!
  28. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    I have MSN Instant messenger. Do you have that? Should I skip out on the 4gb of ram and get that on my own?
  29. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    How does this look from Velocity (not including monitor): Case - Velocity Micro Classic Case - Pure Aluminum, matching aluminum drive covers, 2 x 120mm fans Power Supply - 500 Watt Velocity Micro® Power Supply with Dual Blue Lighted Fans Motherboard - Genuine Intel® G965 ATX Motherboard...
  30. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    If I were to get that 24" Dell monitor, what kind of video card would I need?
  31. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Okay, starting here: http://www.velocitymicro.com/category.php?cid=21 Do I start at the bottom (cheapest) and work my way up by adding? Or better to start at the top and work my way down, removing things I don't need?
  32. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    I have to admit I'm dissapointed with many of the ratings from resellerratings.com ibuypower doesn't fare well though Velocity did okay. Of course, Newegg has a great rating - but they don't sell PCs already built. Unfortunately, neither my husband or myself could put one together from scratch...
  33. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    I used to play the Sims but it's been well over a year since I've touched a PC Game. Would you suggest ibuypower.com? My husband can install RAM. Don't you think that seems more expensive than others that could be more custom built? Just because it's "HP".
  34. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Yeah I'm hoping to get the best that I can within my budget. I've been burned the past two PC purchases so I want to do it *right* this time.
  35. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    After much help from this board a year ago, here's what was configured (never bought): Monarch Furia Custom Workstation (PCI-E) 1 $89.00 $89.00 Case: 100587 - No PS - Antec SLK3000B ATX Mid Tower (Bla $51.71 $51.71 Power Supply: 100337 - PS 400W - Enermax Liberty ELT400AWT ATX 2 $74.98...
  36. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    How do I know how much power supply I need?
  37. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    About a year ago I configured a PC on Monarch - never ended up buying it. I was hoping to go that route. Velocity seems good - are their prices reasonable? They don't have as many choices as ibuypower.com it seems (I browsed through them last night). So Velocity must be a brand name? Like...
  38. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Sounds good. What about a case? The computer would be in a equipment trolly so only the front and back are open - no point in getting something with clear sides, etc. But the last thing I want is to have it overheat. Do you know what would be a good option?
  39. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    What are these Quad core ones that I see? Is that overkill?
  40. J

    Need help building new computer ~ PLEASE :)

    Thanks so much!! I will definitely buy the monitor separately, on my own. I really would love ideas on what configurations would work best for the computer I need.