** First Gaming Build - GTX460 1G cyclone **

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DeZi 786

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Hey, this is my first build, and I wanted to make sure everything was good before I go through and purchase it.

Well I'm basing everything around the GTX 460 1G Cyclone I just got on sale a week back.
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...948&CatId=3669

Now I have a build going

PLEASE when you POST threads asking for input on system builds tell us...

1. What YOUR PC will be used for = GAMING

2. What YOUR budget is = >$500

3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from = US

4. IF YOU have a brand preference = Not to Familiar with brands.

5. If YOU intend on using any of YOUR current parts = GTX 460

6. IF YOU have searched and/or read similar threads = Yes, this is where I got all the information

7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds = Yes

8. What resolution YOU plan on gaming with = High

9. WHEN do you plan to build it? Now

10. Don't ask for a build configuration critique or rating if you are thin skinned. OK!

PSU & CPU - 219 = http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.492970

HD - 59 = http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822152185

MOBo - 99 = http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...SB%203.0%20ATX

RAM - 97 = http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-179-_-Product

Still need case but so far, total comes out to $474, I know there are cheaper options, but I can't find any better combos ^_^
 
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cmmenke

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Blain, while yes, your an enthusiast and your presence on these forums is everlasting...you never seem to help, have you realized that? You dash in, leave a remark that doesn't help, and then leave... I know you have a LOT of knowledge in there, "surfing" these forums as much as you have. Just saying, But yah, Dezi. I just just built a computer for around $796, a little higher than you were wanting, but you could go down on ram, and possibly do what i did. I called, and asked around for cases, and PSU's. Found i friend that a had mini server case, from three years ago, and a 650W PSU....So that allowed me to open up for better components. Also try, craigslist for cases, the case is a part i would buy used, nothing else though. Might be able to grab one for less than nothing, Perhaps... As far as my build goes

RAM - G.SKILL 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Triple Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F3-10666CL9T-6GBNQ

SSD - OCZ Vertex Series OCZSSD2-1VTX60G 2.5" 60GB SATA II MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Graphics card - MSI N460GTX CYCLONE 1GD5/OC GeForce GTX 460 (Fermi) 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card

HD - SAMSUNG Spinpoint F3 HD502HJ 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive

Motherboard - ASUS M4A87TD/USB3 AM3 AMD 870 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 AMD Motherboard

Processor - AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition Deneb 3.2GHz Socket AM3 125W Quad-Core Processor HDZ955FBGMBOX

CD/DVD drive - SAMSUNG CD/DVD Burner Black SATA Model SH-S223C - OEM

watch out for the RAM, make sure your board is Triple channel, or three will default down to single channel. SO either 4 stick, or 2. Remember to include OS, if need be.

Im gonna see if i can find some good combo deals on Newegg, possibly some Coupon codes for tiger direct or something. and what about a graphics card? That a key component for gaming
 
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Blain

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cmmenke said:
Blain, while yes, your an enthusiast and your presence on these forums is everlasting...you never seem to help, have you realized that? You dash in, leave a remark that doesn't help, and then leave... I know you have a LOT of knowledge in there, "surfing" these forums as much as you have.
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Just hang in there, you'll get the gist of it. :sneaky:
 
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mfenn

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cmmenke said:
watch out for the RAM, make sure your board is Triple channel
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Huh????????? With AMD and Intel it's the CPU that has the memory controller, not the motherboard. All AMD chips are dual-channel right now.

Anyway OP, I think your build as posted in the OP is pretty good. The RAM is down to $86 today, so that leaves you about $35 for the case which is enough for a cheapie like this Rosewill.

You could also go with this RAM + Mobo combo. It's a 700 series vs an 800 series chipset, but you're getting the RAM for $40.
 
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DeZi 786

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cmmenke == Yea, the graphic card is the only thing I have so far, that's why I didn't post up a link, and I'm totally down for buying the used case but if it has problems, it's the one holding the beastly things inside of it lol yea, your build def looks amazing, but a little costly for me because of the PSU and case I'm getting with it too. and for the OP, I get the windows 7 for 35 at my university.

BTW:: I've never thought of buying interal solid state drive, whats the pros on that? apart from what the description says, it sounds like a must

mfenn == that's a good deal, I'll get that combo, but is there any significant difference? I don't see much difference apart from the USB 3.0

Blain == You're just to cool for me. ^_^


Just found this case + dvd burner combo
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.492950

Looks raw!
 
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mfenn

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DeZi 786 said:
mfenn == that's a good deal, I'll get that combo, but is there any significant difference? I don't see much difference apart from the USB 3.0
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The main difference is that the 870 motherboard has SATA 6Gb/s and USB 3.0. The 785G does have onboard graphics, which could be useful for troubleshooting, but that's a minor benefit.
 
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DeZi 786

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mfenn said:
The main difference is that the 870 motherboard has SATA 6Gb/s and USB 3.0. The 785G does have onboard graphics, which could be useful for troubleshooting, but that's a minor benefit.
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IYO, Is it better to go with the 6gb for the long run for $50 more? Going to be keeping this build around for a while, and btw, is that case + drive combo good? I'm not sure why, but I like if someone else agrees with me lol
 
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DeZi 786

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betasub

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4GB now, +4GB later if you really are loading up the system... before it then becomes old.
 
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DeZi 786

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betasub == sorry, I meant to specify the SATA 3gb vs 6gb, is it only to do with the hard drive ? or does it effect graphics card speed?
 
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mfenn

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DeZi 786 said:
IYO, Is it better to go with the 6gb for the long run for $50 more? Going to be keeping this build around for a while, and btw, is that case + drive combo good? I'm not sure why, but I like if someone else agrees with me lol
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Sorry, didn't see your edit. That drive and case look fine as long as your like that...erm...aesthetic. But seriously, as long as you are OK with the look, the NZXT looks like a decent cheap case.

SATA 6Gb/s will not matter for mechanical drives at any point within this system's lifetime. It will matter if you plan to upgrade the SSD down the road, but you can always throw in one of these cards later.
 
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betasub

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oh, my bad. SATA 6gb/s make sense on a mid-high build that would add one of the up-coming 6gb/s SSD. $50 is a pretty big mark-up: not sure if it's worth it, or if a PCIe add-in card could provide the same features...
 
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DeZi 786

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mfenn = hahaha I like how you nicely explain that the case is shit =) I just liked how it was clear sided, I think my builds final =p

betasub = thanks, yea its true. I'll go with mfenn's combo then
 
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DeZi 786

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Hey, I forgot to mention that will I need anything more if I'm going to be using this computer for DJ software too? any audio upgrades? so there's no lag and it the music cues up flawlessly when dj'ing. The DJ has an intergrated audio card.
 
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DeZi 786 said:
Hey, I forgot to mention that will I need anything more if I'm going to be using this computer for DJ software too? any audio upgrades? so there's no lag and it the music cues up flawlessly when dj'ing. The DJ has an intergrated audio card.
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I've been using Acid Pro on integrated audio for a few weeks now. I dunno too much yet but based on what my instructor said, what I've experienced, and what I've heard from others you should be fine unless you have really good ears, and need a pro audio studio build. You should be fine. Based on what my instructor said you'll only hear a substancial benefit from cards over the price of your build.
 
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