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New Computer after 6 Years (Please Give Opinion)

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vincentnguyen

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Hello,

I'm new to these boards, but was referenced to them by a friend at school. I currently have a P4 1.6 Ghz with 512 MB Ram, Geforce 2 Mx 400, and an old ASUS motherboard. Being new to building computers (my dad built the old one with help from a friend), I hope to create a decent gaming/general use computer for myself and my family with about a $1000 budget. This is my build so far: http://secure.newegg.com/NewVersion/Wis...WishListTitle=New%20Computer%20Upgrade

Please tell me what you think/ advice/opinions?

Thank you
 
I also forgot:

My old computer is in a basic white desktop ATX case. I didn't include the floppy or storage/hard drives or monitor because I plan to use those from my old computer. Also, I was wondering if any additional power supply units are needed in addition to the one provided with the case (it is a desktop ATX with 350W from Cooler Master). And for USB, will I need to buy any extra accessories, or is the USB already included on the motherboard for easy access? I'm sorry that I am asking some of these possibly noob questions but this is my first ever experience with building computers, and I am using what I have read/know to give this initial build. If there are any other things that can be suggested to be fixed/added/removed please comment.
 
how many amps on the 12v rail?

OCZ value vx/Mushkin BLUE utt
Dfi nf4 ultra
a64 venice 2.0
6600gt/x800xl

NEC 3520a/3540a or Pioneer dvr-109
 
ACtually itd probably be easier if i just named off the individual components with $:

COOLER MASTER CAV-T04-UKC Black Aluminum/Steel ATX Desktop Computer Case 350W Power Supply - Retail: $100.50
http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16811119071

CHAINTECH VNF4/Ultra Socket 939 NVIDIA nForce4 Ultra ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail : $92.00
http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16813152049

connect3D 3028 Radeon X800XL 256MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 Video Card - Retail : $289.00
http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16814142050

AMD Athlon 64 3700+ San Diego Integrated into Chip FSB 1MB L2 Cache Socket 939 Processor - Retail : $334.00
http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16819103539

CORSAIR ValueSelect 1GB (2 x 512MB) 184-Pin DDR SDRAM Unbuffered DDR 400 (PC 3200) Dual Channel Kit System Memory - Retail : $79.99
http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16820145440

NEC Beige 16X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 4X DVD+R DL 16X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 24X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2M Cache IDE DVD Burner - OEM: $42.99
http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16827152039
 
What is the current HD you're going to use? If it's pretty old, you might get a big speed boost from a new one, and they can be pretty cheap these days.
 
Originally posted by: vincentnguyen
I also forgot:

My old computer is in a basic white desktop ATX case. I didn't include the floppy or storage/hard drives or monitor because I plan to use those from my old computer. Also, I was wondering if any additional power supply units are needed in addition to the one provided with the case (it is a desktop ATX with 350W from Cooler Master). And for USB, will I need to buy any extra accessories, or is the USB already included on the motherboard for easy access? I'm sorry that I am asking some of these possibly noob questions but this is my first ever experience with building computers, and I am using what I have read/know to give this initial build. If there are any other things that can be suggested to be fixed/added/removed please comment.
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if your case has front usb, you connect these to the motherboard, most of the time no extra accessories are needed. the motherboard comes with most of the internal cables you'll need, and the case will come with extra screws and what not.
 
You should really have a PS with a 24 pin connector with that Board/CPU/VidCard.

As was asked by an earlier poster, the amperage on the +12V rail is pretty important. Don't see any PS specs with the PS in that case.

Also as mentioned earlier, I second a newer HD. You could pick one up locally with rebates for super cheap.

Are you sure you're going to be happy with beige drives in that case?

Between the USB ports built into the board and the ones in the case, you'll have USB aplenty.
 
Alritey, thanks for that information boomerang.

I've decided to switch to a black optical drive for better looks on that case. I'm sticking with the same case, but I think i may need a better power supply. If so, are there any ones that are compatible with my build that you can recommend? And, will i be able to remove the original PSU from the case to put in a newer, better PSU with +12V Rail, etc.?
 
Originally posted by: vincentnguyen
Oh, and about the hard drives, my dad works for Western Digital, and he can give me the "hook up". =D
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Lucky him. I work for Seagate and it's cheaper for me to buy my Seagate drives when there is a nice fat rebate at Fry's than it is for me to use the company purchase plans.
 
Just one question I know it's off the Op's topic but would you be able to change the fan in that XClio PSU to a Red LED one?
 
You most likely could. But, I wouldn't recommend it without someone present who has experience with such things. It's possible to get a severe shock if you touch the wrong components.

Edit: The PS swap is as simple as removing and replacing four screws.
 
One last question:

Will I be able to replace the power supply that comes with the desktop case with the XClio power supply, because the XClio will give me the 12V, while the original desktop case PSU may not provide enough power?
 
Oh yes. They are standardized.

I just looked at your case and the new PS. I was concerned that there might be interference between the fan grill on the PS and the Case Fan. Looks as though there will be no problem.
 
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