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anthony88guy

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I've done some light computer work, wire management, installing HDD, installing burner, easy stuff. Now that I have the money saved up I want to build my own computer. This is hardware I am getting Wish List
I know the basic idea on how to build a computer, fairly easy, just need some tutorials, suggestions that first timers need to know.
 

raincityboy

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Originally posted by: anthony88guy
I've done some light computer work, wire management, installing HDD, installing burner, easy stuff. Now that I have the money saved up I want to build my own computer. This is hardware I am getting Wish List
I know the basic idea on how to build a computer, fairly easy, just need some tutorials, suggestions that first timers need to know.


You might want to add this to your list, unless you have some. This guide is a good one.
 

anthony88guy

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Orginally I was going to AS5 but somone told me that the stock paste/thermal (not sure what it is) does the job quite well.
 

UsandThem

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Originally posted by: anthony88guy
Orginally I was going to AS5 but somone told me that the stock paste/thermal (not sure what it is) does the job quite well.

:thumbsup:

If you are not going to do heavy overclocking, the included pad is just fine.
 

Azndude51

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Originally posted by: raincityboy
Originally posted by: anthony88guy
I've done some light computer work, wire management, installing HDD, installing burner, easy stuff. Now that I have the money saved up I want to build my own computer. This is hardware I am getting Wish List
I know the basic idea on how to build a computer, fairly easy, just need some tutorials, suggestions that first timers need to know.


You might want to add this to your list, unless you have some. This guide is a good one.

Sweet, Mechbon updated his guide


A couple of comments:

Case: the one you got is pretty decent, though the fans are known for being loud and the top USB cover is really flimsy.

PSU: The Modstream is an awesome looking PSU with good performance, but you should note that the cables are REALLY stiff and hard to move around. Also, you should probably get a UV CCFL for the UV reactive cables.

Overall, you made some good choice for parts.
 

anthony88guy

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Thanks for your replys. I also wanted to note that its my first build so I wont even try Over Clocking, that will be for my second build. Or see what I can get out of my Duron 750mhz, lol. I was reading some reviews on Newegg, and some people say that they had to check to see if the fans were running. Thanks for the thought about the UV.
 

CalvinHobbs

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use anti-static mat and anti-static bracelets if possible and best of luck...hope it comes alive
 

lozina

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i tend to think the whole anti-static thing gets blown out of porportion. i've built quite a few systems and swapped parts while my case is still on the desk and I've never had a situation where suddenly after wokring with it a part failed. The only precausion i'd take is to touch the frame of the case before touching any parts, and sometimes i forget to do that. also, try not to lay your hand accross the contacts of circuit boards- just handle them by the edges. common sense really.
 

anthony88guy

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Basicly Mount the power supply and plug it in. Make sure its off and just touch the frame of the case and you are grounded.