Help with my first build

[nemlich22]

Hello everyone-

I am planning my first computer fairly shortly and I was hoping to get some input. The system will mainly be used for gaming but will also be used as a movie/tv show server as it will be hooked up to my HDTV as a monitor (Link). My budget is roughly $1200 which needs to include an OS. I would like to go with an Intel Quad CPU but I don't have many preferences aside from that. Please let me know what you would suggest to get the best bang for the buck.

 

[disports]

For one, I hope you looked at the Attention System Builders thread for some feedback and to give you some ideas.

 

[Roguestar]

If it's mainly for gaming, get a dual core CPU as quad-core will be a waste. Go read the stickies and use Blain's sticky to format you request.