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pbcustom98
Limp Gawd
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- Aug 27, 2010
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1. What will you be doing with this PC? Gaming, Photoshop (or other intensive programs), Overclocking, Web browsing, strictly HTPC/Playback, etc. (If you have multiple things you want to do with the system, make sure you rank them from most important to least important).
Gaming
2. What's your budget? Are tax and shipping included in this budget? Is your budget flexible? Is cost a driving factor in component selection?
I would like to keep it under $1000
3. Where do you live? Do you have any big B&M (brick and mortar) computer chains nearby (e.g. Microcenter, Fry's, etc)?
NYC - going to be ordering from NewEgg
4. What exact parts do you need for that budget? CPU, RAM, case, etc. The word "Everything" is not a valid answer. Please list out all the parts you'll need.
case, mobo, ram, ssd, processor, slimline cd/dvd burner, slimline adapter, hsf (planning on sugo 05BB-450, so probably don't need a psu), sata cables
5. If reusing any parts, what parts will you be reusing? Please be especially specific about the power supply. For reused parts, list brands, model #s, and, if applicable, firmware revisions.
I had some spare hard drives to use as data drives. I also have a GTX 470 SC I can reuse.
6. What specific features do you need in a motherboard? RAID? Firewire? Crossfire or SLI support? USB 3.0? SATA 6Gb/s? etc. Which is more important, size of the system or having the particular feature? Make sure you indicate *required* vs. *wanted* for each feature you list.
i was thinking of buying two 64gb SSDs (6GB/s) and playing around with RAID 0. usb 3.0 would be nice, but not required. size is most important, since i will be traveling with it.
7. What resolution output do you need? 1080p, 720p, DVD quality, etc for HTPC or list Vertical/horizontal resolution for non-HTPC SFF rigs. Do you need multiple monitor output?
1080P - dvi or hdmi
8. Does this system need to fit into a particular space? Think entertainment center shelves, closet space, rackmount, etc.
no.
9. How comfortable are you with custom case design/modification and electrical wiring? What tools do you have (Screwdrivers/Leatherman, Drill, Dremel, Metal snips, Soldering Iron, Bending Brake, CNC/Welding machines/Plasma cutter, etc...)?
I don't want to take the time to modify the case.
10. How important is the noise/silence of this sytem? HTPCs typically want to be quiet while all-out SFF gaming rigs don't care
I will be sitting pretty close to it, I would like to hear my games over the fans though.
11. How mobile does this system need to be? Need a carrying handle or carrying straps? Is weight important (carry-on bag, etc)? Water cooling quick disconnects, etc?
As long as I can carry it around it will be fine. I don't need handles or straps.
12. Do you already have a legit and reusable/transferable OS key/license? If yes, what OS? Is it 32bit or 64bit? Remember that OEM copies of Win7 have issues with new motherboards
yes
13. When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Immediately, in a couple weeks, 3-5 years?
immediately.
See the next post for my planned build. I have a rough outline for what I am looking at right now. critique away!
Gaming
2. What's your budget? Are tax and shipping included in this budget? Is your budget flexible? Is cost a driving factor in component selection?
I would like to keep it under $1000
3. Where do you live? Do you have any big B&M (brick and mortar) computer chains nearby (e.g. Microcenter, Fry's, etc)?
NYC - going to be ordering from NewEgg
4. What exact parts do you need for that budget? CPU, RAM, case, etc. The word "Everything" is not a valid answer. Please list out all the parts you'll need.
case, mobo, ram, ssd, processor, slimline cd/dvd burner, slimline adapter, hsf (planning on sugo 05BB-450, so probably don't need a psu), sata cables
5. If reusing any parts, what parts will you be reusing? Please be especially specific about the power supply. For reused parts, list brands, model #s, and, if applicable, firmware revisions.
I had some spare hard drives to use as data drives. I also have a GTX 470 SC I can reuse.
6. What specific features do you need in a motherboard? RAID? Firewire? Crossfire or SLI support? USB 3.0? SATA 6Gb/s? etc. Which is more important, size of the system or having the particular feature? Make sure you indicate *required* vs. *wanted* for each feature you list.
i was thinking of buying two 64gb SSDs (6GB/s) and playing around with RAID 0. usb 3.0 would be nice, but not required. size is most important, since i will be traveling with it.
7. What resolution output do you need? 1080p, 720p, DVD quality, etc for HTPC or list Vertical/horizontal resolution for non-HTPC SFF rigs. Do you need multiple monitor output?
1080P - dvi or hdmi
8. Does this system need to fit into a particular space? Think entertainment center shelves, closet space, rackmount, etc.
no.
9. How comfortable are you with custom case design/modification and electrical wiring? What tools do you have (Screwdrivers/Leatherman, Drill, Dremel, Metal snips, Soldering Iron, Bending Brake, CNC/Welding machines/Plasma cutter, etc...)?
I don't want to take the time to modify the case.
10. How important is the noise/silence of this sytem? HTPCs typically want to be quiet while all-out SFF gaming rigs don't care
I will be sitting pretty close to it, I would like to hear my games over the fans though.
11. How mobile does this system need to be? Need a carrying handle or carrying straps? Is weight important (carry-on bag, etc)? Water cooling quick disconnects, etc?
As long as I can carry it around it will be fine. I don't need handles or straps.
12. Do you already have a legit and reusable/transferable OS key/license? If yes, what OS? Is it 32bit or 64bit? Remember that OEM copies of Win7 have issues with new motherboards
yes
13. When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Immediately, in a couple weeks, 3-5 years?
immediately.
See the next post for my planned build. I have a rough outline for what I am looking at right now. critique away!
