I am looking for a good online store or stores that is good for people that choose to custom build their own PC. Anyone know of any?
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Thank you very much for your help. I'll stick with newegg.
quick question...how do you know which motherboard goes with what case? i am looking at a particular case, but i am not sure which motherboard goes with that case. my eyes are on Intel motherboards since they make the intel chip.
quick question...how do you know which motherboard goes with what case? i am looking at a particular case, but i am not sure which motherboard goes with that case. my eyes are on Intel motherboards since they make the intel chip.
Kadarin
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The motherboard will have a specific standardized layout, called a form factor, such as ATX. Choose a case that supports the form factor of your motherboard. For a standard, basic PC (even a customized high-performance rig), it's hard to go wrong with your basic ATX.
yup, look at form factor. You probably want a standard atx form factor for the motherboard. Just make sure your case says which motherboard form factor it supports. Some will say "micro ATX" so watch out for that.
What tower brand and motherboard do you recommend at newegg? i was looking at intel motherboards.
Something like an Antec Sonata is nice and quiet. If you want to get an Intel chip you don't necessarily have to get an Intel motherboard. Abit and Asus, among other manufacturers, make excellent motherboards. Just make sure you are getting one for an Intel chip and not an AMD one.
And wherever you buy, always check for ratings in resellerratings first.
You could also get some good deals from the For Sale/For Trade forums, if you don't mind used stuff (mostly).
You could also get some good deals from the For Sale/For Trade forums, if you don't mind used stuff (mostly).
Yes, but do abs look as cool? Only on a woman. If you keep the system reasonable, voodoopc has some decent prices. Not that I would pay 2g's for a system I could build for $1200.
What CPU do you plan on getting?
What onboard peripherals do you need?
What do you plan on doing with the computer?
How much MONEY do you have to spend, as ultimately, thats what makes the decision for you.
munruss, you if you're not up to speed on comp tech, maybe you ought to go with a built system, as was recommended. You could try ABS Computers
munruss, I hear a lot of naysaying and "if you're not up to the task."
In actuality, building one's own system is quite mainstream these days and adds to one's satisfaction.
You are right, also, in wanting to go with an Intel based system these days.
As a former AMD aficianado, I think the price dipsarity between AMD and Intel just isn't an issue anymore and I just rebuilt my system based on an Intel CPU.
If you check the July issue of Computer Power User magazine, they did a review on the latest Intel-based mobos.
THe high-end mobos utilize the 875 chipset while just below that are the boards using the 865 chipset.
All of these mobos use the standard ATX form factor which are supported by the majority of cases.
In the CPU mag review the Asus mobo came out on top followed closely by the Abit mobo.
I went with the Abit mobo (IC7-G maxII) as it had the features I wanted and I have been very happy with it.
Building one's own system is not that challenging and you can get all the help and support you need right here.
BTW, yes, newegg, imho, can't be beat for service, selection, and often price.
In actuality, building one's own system is quite mainstream these days and adds to one's satisfaction.
You are right, also, in wanting to go with an Intel based system these days.
As a former AMD aficianado, I think the price dipsarity between AMD and Intel just isn't an issue anymore and I just rebuilt my system based on an Intel CPU.
If you check the July issue of Computer Power User magazine, they did a review on the latest Intel-based mobos.
THe high-end mobos utilize the 875 chipset while just below that are the boards using the 865 chipset.
All of these mobos use the standard ATX form factor which are supported by the majority of cases.
In the CPU mag review the Asus mobo came out on top followed closely by the Abit mobo.
I went with the Abit mobo (IC7-G maxII) as it had the features I wanted and I have been very happy with it.
Building one's own system is not that challenging and you can get all the help and support you need right here.
BTW, yes, newegg, imho, can't be beat for service, selection, and often price.
when i was getting my computer, i priced one out at abs and it was ALMOST identical to the individual components at newegg. as far the the look, i would be more than satisfied with the coolermaster Wave case that i can get at abs which IMO is nicer than the alienware plastic case
JulesMaximus
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Also, make sure you get a decent power supply if the case doesn't already come with one. Some cases don't come with a power supply.
It's not overly difficult to put together a system yourself. It's when things don't work right that it can get frustrating. It helps to have someone who knows what they are doing to advise you if you have trouble with something. Just make sure you read the manuals and set everything up correctly.
It's not overly difficult to put together a system yourself. It's when things don't work right that it can get frustrating. It helps to have someone who knows what they are doing to advise you if you have trouble with something. Just make sure you read the manuals and set everything up correctly.
Sorry if I was an asshole. I don't want you to get the wrong impression by me asking if you're up to the task. I would never even consider any of the prebuilt pc's that have been suggested by me and others. Not only can you pick the exact parts you want, there definitely is some satisfaction that goes with building your own stuff. I was proud of myself when I put together an AM radio with my 60 in 1 electronics kit. Ecstatic when I could tear something apart, repair it, and throw it back together. And have it work again.
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