Ideas for ~$200 system, I don't know what to build

[hypeMarked]

Hi, I have been looking around to build a computer system for ~$200. I already has some old parts, so the parts that counts towards the $200 are: Hard Drive, Mobo, Mid Tower Case (w/o PSU, already has one), video card and some memory.

Please help me, thanks

EDIT: I would need a CPU too, don't if I want to go AMD or Intel but I want to stick at around ~800 mhz

 

[Bovinicus]

Here are some suggestions...

Harddrive: Maxtor 5400RPM ($50)
Motherboard: ECS K7S5A ($60)
Case: Enlight 7237 ($50)
Video: Radeon 7500 ($60)
Memory: 256MB of PC133/PC2100 (~$50)

That's closer to $300, but well worth it for the equipment you will get.

 

[Insane3D]

It's going to be almost impossilbe to get all the new parts you need, HD, Motherboard, Case, Memory, CPU, and Video Card for anywhere near $200. For about $400 you might be able to do it, but $200 is just unrealisitc IMHO. Do you have any flex in your budget?

 

[Dogsbody]

If your budget is really tight, you could go with a cheap motherboard with onboard video, such as the Biostar M7VKQ and a Duron 900. You can get both for around $85 dollars at Multiwave. Their generic RAM is cheap too, and I've never had any problems with it. It's still going to be tough to get under your budget though.

 

[CrazySaint]

Look for a really cheap case at a local PC shop. You can get some cheap cases online, but then you also have to pay ~$15 SH.

 

[Zugzwang152]

for that low of a budget, you're better of checking the For Sale/Trade forum. You might be able to trade some of your old junk for parts you need, and get cheaper prices...

 

[hypeMarked]

Alright, thanks everyone, I was kinda thought that 200 is very tight, and just needed some opinions from you guys, thanks

 

[ripthesystem]

I think you could pull off a nice usable system (over 1 Ghz) for ~$300
I've done it for around $300 before several times.. so if you can scrounge up just a bit more $ you should be set.

Also- what do you want this system for?
Word processing? Games? Internet?

ripthesystem

 

[hypeMarked]

I have another thread going about HSF and a cpu, but I think I can up the budget by 200 more, making it a 400 budget and here's the list that I want to get, feel free to comment:

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Enlight Mid Tower case EN-7238003 (No Power Supply) Case Size: ATX Mid-Tower Main Board Size: ATX Drive Bays: 4 x 5-1/4" (Half height) 2 x 3-1/2"(1" height) 1 x 3-1/2"(Hidden) Expansion Slots: 6 Full Size1 Half Size Dimensions: 195 x 425 x 480 mm (W X H X D) 7.7"x 16.7"x18.9" more info-> N82E16811116123 $41.00 $41.00


Blow Out Special WOW, Limited Quantity!ECS K7S5A SiS® 735 SOCKET A MOTHERBOARD - RETAIL with On-Board LAN Port and Sound 5 PCI Slots, 1 4X AGP slot, 1 AMR slot. 2 DDR DIMM sockets and 2 DIMM sockets support (can not be used simultaneously). Two 184-pin DDR SDRAM (DDR200, DDR266) or Two 168-pin 3.3V SDRAM (PC100, PC133). Maximum: 1.0GB (DDR or SDRAM). Supports all AMD XP Processors. more info-> N82E16813135102 $53.99 $53.99


ATI OEM RADEON 7500 64MB DDR AGP BULK,Power by ATI ,Powered by the RADEON 7500 graphics processing unit (GPU) High performance 3D graphics featuring ATI?s CHARISMA ENGINE PIXEL TAPESTRY and HYPER Z technologies RADEON 7500 display engine enables many combinations of CRT (VGA), digital flat panel (DVI), and TV displays.Hydravision Multiple Monitor anagement Software provides a flexible, user-friendly interface for multiple display settings Supports DirectX 8.0® and openGL - NO DVI to VGA Adaptor more info-> N82E16814102210 $65.00 $65.00


Blow Out Special WOW, Limited Quantity!AMD Athlon 1600+/266 FSB XP PROCESSOR CPU - OEM Athlon XP 1600+/ 1.40GHz, AX1600DMT3C. The AMD Athlon XP processor with QuantiSpeed architecture powers the next generation in computing platforms, delivering extra performance for cutting-edge applications and an extraordinary computing experience.
Specifications:
CPU: 1.4 GHz
Type: 1600 XP
Cache: 256K
BUS: 266MHz
Socket A (PGA) OEM (Processor Only) more info-> N82E16819103303 $62.99 $62.99


Crucial Micron 256MB 32x64 PC133 SDRAM RAM 168Pins DIMM, CL=3-Unbuffered, Non-parity, 7.5ns, 3.3V, 6-Layers CT32M64S4D75.16T. Requires SDRAM Support Motherboard - Lifetime Warranty. OEM/ NOT RETAIL BOX.-Works with PC and Mac[PowerMac G4 Models 350-1GHz*, G4 Cube, iMac 350MHz to 700MHz, eMac] Works with many PC-based desktops with a 133MHz (PC133) memory bus speed.--* Works With PC & Mac *-- more info-> N82E16820146003 $56.00 $56.00


SAMSUNG 1.44MB FLOPPY DRIVE Model# SFD321B/LEB - OEM, DRIVE ONLY 1 Year Warranty more info-> N82E16821103202 $8.00 $8.00


WD WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE 20GB 7200RPM MODEL # WD200BB -Caviar OEM, DRIVE ONLY
Specifications:
Size: 20 Gigabytes
Interface: IDE ULTRA ATA100
Seek time: 8.9ms
RPM:7200
Cache 2MB
OEM(Drive alone) 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty --* Works With PC & Mac *-- more info->


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So far, this system is ~384 included shipping, and this system is use mostly for internet, sometimes gaming and that's it. Please help, thanks

 

[Dogsbody]

I didnt' see a price listed for that 20 GB hard drive, but I'm pretty sure you can get a 40 GB for only a little more money. I think it would be well worth it, even if you don't need the space right now.

 

[Texun]

You can try one of the sites that list parts and accessories for Surplus Computers. I"ve used this site before when I was looking for old parts and they were fine. Here is another site that I used recently of a guy who has a business on Ebay. He has tons of parts and has treated me right on several purchases. You may want't to email him if you don't see what you want on his page. Depending on what kind of system you want I believe you can do it for $200.

 

[splice]

Comet Case $35 shipped

This case is great for the price! I have 2 running 1G Durons as 24/7 file server/ UD. They have held up great so far. The P/S is really quiet.

 

[TimeKeeper]

check sale forum.

I don't see how hard it is to get a $200 system.

Local PC store selling 300Watts Midtower case for $40
Get a KM133 mobo, (got build in video and sound) ~$40
I am sure you can get a 800 duron + HSF for $30 easy from sale forum!
128MB runs around $20 PC133
and Western digital 40GB 7200rpm cost $69 w/o rebate needed at circuity city this week.

 

[VBboy]

Since you're considering a PC in the "ultimate-suck" price range, buy something USED but in good condition from a local PC shop or eBay.

 

[mchammer187]

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